10 Interesting Fact About The Blues

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• Blues music appeared in the United States in the early 20th century and came from the influence of African and American music.
• Blues are often considered as dark music because the contents of the lyrics are often sad and full of suffering.
• Some famous blues musicians such as B.B. King, Muddy Waters, and Robert Johnson are often dubbed the king or Mr. Blues.
• Electric guitar is the main instrument in blues music and many famous Blues musicians known as their typical guitar playing style.
• Some modern music genres such as rock and jazz are inspired by blues music.
• Large blues festivals such as the Chicago Blues Festival and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival are held every year in the United States.
• Some countries such as Britain and France have a large and active blues music community.
• Blues music is also very popular in African countries such as Mali and Senegal.
• Blues Music Awards are annual awards given to the best Blues musicians in the world.
• There are many legendary blues music clubs in the United States such as Buddy Guys Legends in Chicago and The Blue Note in New York City.