Posts about blues music

Tampa Red, born Hudson Whittaker on January 8, 1904, in Smithville, Georgia, was one of the most influential blues musicians of the early 20th century.[…]

Blind Blake, a pioneer of the ragtime blues guitar style, left an indelible mark on American music. With his intricate fingerpicking and distinctive sound, he[…]

Blind Blake, born Arthur Blake, is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential guitarists of the early 20th century. A pioneer of[…]

Ida Cox, a name synonymous with the classic blues era, was a pioneering African American singer, songwriter, and vaudeville performer who left an indelible mark[…]

Ida Cox, born on February 25, 1896, in Toccoa, Georgia, was one of the most influential blues singers of the early 20th century. Her powerful[…]

Gus Cannon, a name synonymous with jug band music and the roots of the blues, was a pivotal figure in shaping American music. Known for[…]

Memphis Slim, born Peter Chatman, was a pivotal figure in blues music, whose influence shaped the sound of Chicago blues and inspired generations of musicians.[…]

Memphis Slim, born John Len Chatman in 1915, was one of the most iconic blues musicians of the 20th century. His legacy as a pianist,[…]

Memphis Slim, born John Len Chatman on September 3, 1912, in Memphis, Tennessee, stands as a monumental figure in the history of blues music. With[…]

Otis Rush, a legendary figure in the blues world, left an indelible mark on the genre with his soulful voice and innovative guitar playing. Though[…]