Posted by Rockaway Records on 2nd Jun 2024
A Brief History of Blues Music
Blues music, with its deep roots in African-American history, originated in the Deep South of the United States around the late 19th century. Emerging from spirituals, work songs, field hollers, and chants, blues music became a powerful voice for the African-American experience, expressing the pain, struggles, and hopes of its people.
The early 20th century saw blues evolve into a distinct genre with pioneers l… Read more