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The Blues

The Blues is a genre of music that can be directly traced to the “Deep South”. The influences of the Blues are a mixture of traditional African music and Southern spirituals. The bedrock of the Blues is set in the Mississippi Delta where many of the most influential Blues musicians were born. A lot of these musicians are self-taught artists. This genre of music has influenced a wide variety of music such as Rock and Roll, Rap, and Country.

One of the most famous Mississippi Delta Blues artists was a man named Robert Johnson. His ability to play the guitar has spawned numerous stories of his ability to play the guitar so well. No matter what story you choose to believe, it is undeniable that Mr. Johnson inspired many future artists with his unique playing style. So the next time you hear your favorite song ask yourself if you believe that the Blues had some influence on that song.

Where did the Blues begin?