The NPR Curious Listener's Guide to Blues

The NPR Curious Listener's Guide to Blues
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 294
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ISBN-10 : 039953072X
ISBN-13 : 9780399530722
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Download or read book The NPR Curious Listener's Guide to Blues written by David Evans and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005-02-01 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examining the changing face of the genre from its beginnings at the end of the 19th century to its international popularity today, this book traces the social climate that inspired the blues and takes a look at the unmistakable influences that blues had on 20th-century music. Includes information on performances from Muddy Waters to Eric Clapton.


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