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Independent Label, Underground Resistance, Explains the Birth of Techno in Detroit

Southfield (CW50) - When you think of Detroit, you usually think of Motown, but not many people realize that Detroit is also the birthplace of Techno. The creation of this style of music is credited to a group called the Belleville Three. Techno has opened doors for the African American community in Detroit as well as throughout the globe.

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John Collins, Underground Resistance, with Community Connect Host Lisa Germani (Credit: Logan Tesmer/CW50)

John Collins, from Underground Resistance, sat down with Host Lisa Germani on COMMUNITY CONNECT to talk about the Belleville Three and the musical style known as Techno that originated in Detroit. He explains how Detroit Techno has helped provide opportunities for the African American community.

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John Collins, Underground Resistance, with Community Connect Host Lisa Germani (Credit: Logan Tesmer/CW50)

To learn more, visit UndergroundResistance.com

Watch John on COMMUNITY CONNECT, Saturday at 8:30am on CW50.

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