Blues: The Basics offers a concise introduction to a century of the blues. Organized chronologically, it focuses on the major eras in the growth and development of this popular musical style. Material includes:
- a definition of the blues and the major genres within it
- key artists such as Ma Rainey, Bessie Smith, Robert Johnson and Blind Lemon Jefferson
- key recordings
Complete with timelines and suggestions for further investigation, this fascinating overview is ideal for students and interested listeners.
- ISBN10 0415970679
- ISBN13 9780415970679
- Publish Date 1 November 2004 (first published 1 January 2004)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Imprint Routledge
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 216
- Language English