Library of Congress Adds Beyoncé, Chaka Khan, Ray Charles And More To 2026 National Recording Registry

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Every year, the National Recording Registry makes annual selections to be entered into the Library of Congress after advising with curators and the National Recording Preservation Board. When you think of the National Recording Registry, naturally, music comes to mind. However, the Library of Congress hosts a wealth of other recordings including

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