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Blues music is a genre that has its roots in African American communities in the southern United States, specifically in the Mississippi Delta region. The origins of the blues can be traced back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with its earliest forms appearing in the form of work songs, spirituals, and field hollers.
One of the first recorded blues songs, “Crazy Blues,” was recorded by Mamie Smith in 1920. This was a significant moment in the history of the blues, as it marked the first time that a blues…
