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Chester Arthur Burnett (June 10, 1910 – January 10, 1976), universally known by his stage name Howlin' Wolf, was an American blues singer, guitarist, and[…]

Gertrude "Ma" Rainey (née Pridgett; April 26, 1886 – December 22, 1939) was a pivotal figure in American music, widely recognized as one of the[…]

McKinley Morganfield (1913-1983), universally known as Muddy Waters, stands as a colossal figure in the annals of American music. Often hailed as the "father of[…]

Taj Mahal is more than just a blues musician—he's a global ambassador for roots music. With a career spanning over five decades, Taj has blended[…]

Taj Mahal, born Henry Saint Clair Fredericks Jr. on May 17, 1942, in Harlem, New York, is one of the most eclectic and influential figures[…]

David "Honeyboy" Edwards was one of the last living links to the early Delta blues tradition. Born in 1915 in Shaw, Mississippi, Edwards lived and[…]

David “Honeyboy” Edwards was one of the last living links to the early days of the Delta blues. His long life and storied career made[…]

David "Honeyboy" Edwards was one of the last direct links to the early Delta blues tradition, a living testament to the raw, powerful roots of[…]

When it comes to modern electric blues, few artists embody the raw energy and emotional power of the genre like Son Seals. Born Frank Seals[…]

Son Seals was one of the fiercest and most passionate blues guitarists to emerge from Chicago’s vibrant music scene. With his raw energy, gritty voice,[…]