100 Blues Fans Should Know or Do Before They Die: A Comprehensive Guide to the Music, History, and Culture of the Blues

The blues is a genre of music that emerged in the United States in the late 19th century. It is characterized by its use of the 12-bar blues chord progression, its focus on storytelling, and its often-melancholy lyrics. The blues has had a profound impact on American music, influencing everything from rock and roll to hip-hop.

In 100 Things Blues Fans Should Know or Do Before They Die, author and blues historian Ted Gioia takes readers on a journey through the history of the blues, from its roots in African music to its evolution in the American South. Along the way, he introduces readers to some of the most important figures in blues music, including Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, and B.B. King.

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But 100 Things Blues Fans Should Know or Do Before They Die is more than just a history lesson. It is also a practical guide to enjoying the blues. Gioia offers tips on how to listen to the blues, how to attend a blues concert, and how to learn to play the blues. He also includes a list of 100 essential blues albums that every fan should own.

Whether you are a lifelong blues fan or you are just starting to discover this genre of music, 100 Things Blues Fans Should Know or Do Before They Die is the perfect book for you.

Chapter Outline

Chapter 1: The Roots of the Blues Chapter 2: The Blues in the American South Chapter 3: The Golden Age of the Blues Chapter 4: The Blues in the Post-War Era Chapter 5: The British Blues Revival Chapter 6: The Blues Today Chapter 7: 100 Essential Blues Albums Chapter 8: How to Listen to the Blues Chapter 9: How to Attend a Blues Concert Chapter 10: How to Learn to Play the Blues

About the Author

Ted Gioia is a blues historian, author, and critic. He is the author of several books on music, including Jazz Standards: A Guide to the Repertoire and The History of Jazz. Gioia is also a contributing editor to The Oxford American and DownBeat magazines.

Reviews

"100 Things Blues Fans Should Know or Do Before They Die is a must-read for anyone who loves the blues. Gioia's writing is clear, concise, and informative, and he provides a wealth of information on the history, culture, and music of the blues. I highly recommend this book." - Robert Christgau, author of Christgau's Record Guide: Rock Albums of the Seventies

"Ted Gioia has written the definitive guide to the blues. 100 Things Blues Fans Should Know or Do Before They Die is a comprehensive, engaging, and entertaining book that will appeal to both lifelong fans and newcomers to the genre. I highly recommend this book." - David Ritz, author of B.B. King: The Life of Riley B. King

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100 Things Blues Fans Should Know or Do Before They Die: Stanley Cup Edition (100 Things...Fans Should Know)

by Helene Martensson

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4022 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	399 pages
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