Arthur "Big Boy" Crudup may not be a household name like some of the blues giants who followed him, but his influence on American music[…]
Arthur "Big Boy" Crudup may not be a household name like Elvis Presley or Muddy Waters, but his contributions to blues and rock 'n' roll[…]
Sleepy John Estes was a unique figure in the world of country blues—an artist whose music was steeped in raw emotion, vivid storytelling, and a[…]
Sleepy John Estes may not be a household name like B.B. King or Muddy Waters, but for those who delve deep into the roots of[…]
Booker T. Washington “Bukka” White was a towering figure in Delta blues, known for his raw vocal delivery, rhythmic slide guitar style, and songs that[…]
Booker T. Washington “Bukka” White was a powerhouse of Delta blues whose raw voice and slide guitar style helped define the genre. Though not as[…]
Scrapper Blackwell, born Francis Hillman Blackwell in 1903, was a gifted blues guitarist and singer best known for his partnership with pianist Leroy Carr. Together,[…]
Alger “Texas” Alexander may not have played an instrument, but his deep, expressive voice and unflinching lyrics made him one of the most compelling blues[…]
Big Joe Turner, often called the "Boss of the Blues," was a pivotal figure in the transition from blues to rock and roll. His powerful[…]
Memphis Minnie was one of the most influential blues musicians of the 20th century. Her remarkable guitar skills, powerful voice, and bold personality made her[…]