Born in the Delta: The Roots of the Blues Music
Blues music emerged from the deep American South, specifically the Mississippi Delta, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.…
Blues
Blues music is a deeply expressive genre that originated in the American South, particularly the Mississippi Delta, in the late 19th century. Born from the spirituals, work songs, and field hollers of African American communities, blues evolved as a powerful form of storytelling that conveyed themes of sorrow, resilience, love, and hardship.
With its signature 12-bar structure, soulful vocals, and emotive guitar riffs, the blues became the foundation for many other musical genres, including rock, jazz, and R&B. Over time, legendary artists like Robert Johnson, B.B. King, and Muddy Waters carried the genre from rural porches to global stages, solidifying its place as one of the most influential and enduring forms of American music.