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All prior histories on the blues have alleged it originated on plantations in the Mississippi Delta. Not true, says author Chris Thomas King. In The Blues, King presents facts to disprove such myths. For example, as early as 1900, the sound of the blues was ubiquitous in New Orleans. The Mississippi Delta, meanwhile, was an unpopulated sportsman’s paradise - the frontier was still in the process of being cleared and drained for cultivation. Moreover, this book is the first to argue that the blues began as a cosmopolitan art form, not a rural one.

It has been defined by lyrical structure, or as a progression of chords, or as a set of practices reflecting West African "tonal and rhythmic approaches," using a five-note "blues scale." He traces its roots in work and praise songs, and shows how it was transformed by such professional performers as W. C. Handy, who first popularized the blues a century ago.

Learn about Blues Music with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series. Blues music is a type of African-American folk music. It is concerned with expressing emotions through song. Generally, blues songs deal with tragic themes such as lost love, hardship, poverty and death. Indeed, the name "blues" comes from the emotions expressed in the songs themselves!

From morpho butterflies in the rain forest to the blue jay flitting past your window, vanishingly few living things are blue. Yet this hard-to-spot accent color in our surroundings looms large in our affections. Science journalist Kai Kupferschmidt has been fascinated by blue since childhood. His quest to find and understand his favorite color and its hallowed place in our culture takes him to a gene-splicing laboratory in Japan, a volcanic lake in Oregon, and to Brandenburg, Germany - home of the last Spix's macaws.

Immerse yourself in a captivating journey with the audiobook "The Blue Castle" by Lucy Maud Montgomery. This enchanting narrative transports you to a world of romance, mystery, and transformation. Discover a bold heroine breaking free from societal expectations to embrace love, self-discovery, and independence. Expertly narrated, this timeless classic offers rich character development and immersive storytelling, perfect for listeners seeking an escape into a magical, liberating adventure. Experience the power of change and the beauty of life well-lived. Summary from Audiobook Haven

It’s 1949 in Detroit’s Black Bottom neighborhood, and there’s no better place to hear or play jazz than Paradise Club. Blue (Emmy and Grammy Award winner Blair Underwood), club owner and trumpeter, can wail like no other, but as forces outside the club conspire to irreparably change life inside and outside Paradise’s walls, he must decide whether to stay or sell. Beholden to his girlfriend (Grammy Award winner Kristolyn Lloyd) and fellow bandmates (André Holland and Keith Randolph Smith), Blue faces an uncertain future as he reckons with his troubled past.

From the revered Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and writer, comes his National Bestseller on one of the world’s oldest and most popular activities, fishing. Presented in narrative form as a conversation between a Fisherman and the Stranger, Hersey draws upon his own experiences and passion...

This program includes sections recorded by Steve Aoki while on tour. The music. The mix. His life. "Sometimes I think my whole life can be seen through shades of blue..." — Steve Aoki Blue is the remarkable story of Steve Aoki, the superstar DJ/producer who started his career as a vegan...

This Guitar by Ear bundle delivers a hit-laden batch of the greatest rock and blues hits of all time. This set has songs from The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Stevie Ray Vaughan, The Doobie Brothers, ZZ Top, Clapton, and more. You will also find two serious blues slide guitar songs in this series, including all seven solos of Johnny Winter’s version of “Dust My Broom”! This is more than 14 hours of high-quality guitar instruction teaching all of the songs everybody loves and wants to hear.

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El incondicional propósito de cada emisión es fundamental, disfrutar del espléndido género musical conocido como «Blues». Asimismo, conocer de manera sumaria aspectos substanciales de mujeres y hombres (compositores, músicos y cantantes) que nos obsequiaron exquisitas piezas, con el objetivo de comprender las diversidad creativa de seres humanos que implementaron tan singular género, así como las implicaciones —directas o indirectas— en su relación con la tradición original que conformó su procedencia y posterior concordancia sociocultural. En el caso del Blues, como en el de ...

In the enchanting tale of The Blue Castle, follow Valancy Stirling, an ordinary woman of twenty-nine, who receives life-altering news from a renowned heart specialist she has just one year to live. This pivotal moment sparks a journey of self-discovery as she ventures into the Canadian woods, where she uncovers a hidden blue castle of happiness. Written by the beloved Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery, famed for her classic Anne of Green Gables, this 1926 novel explores themes of love, freedom, and the pursuit of joy. (Summary adapted from ALA Booklist)

NAMED A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK BY: Time, USA Today, People, AARP, Today.com, BookRiot, Bustle, LitHub, BookPage, Our Culture, and Vulture A surprising and beautiful meditation on the color blue—and its fascinating role in Black history and culture—from National Book Award winner Imani Perry...

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This ASMR experience is designed to support nervous system regulation by gently stimulating the parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) response.Research suggests that ASMR can lower heart rate, reduce stress, and promote a felt sense of safety through soft sound, slow pacing, and attentive presence. These cues may engage the vagus nerve, which plays a central role in emotional regulation, relaxation, and resilience.As your nervous system softens, the body becomes more receptive, allowing intuition, clarity, and embodied awareness to naturally emerge. This state of calm alertness supports ...

David Attenborough reads his own bestselling memoir 'An enthralling autobiography from one of the linchpins of television' Good Book Guide David Attenborough is the acknowledged voice of nature, loved and revered worldwide for his groundbreaking wildlife documentaries. Over the course of his...

In this captivating tale, Elfride Swancourt finds herself at the center of a tumultuous love triangle, torn between two very different suitors. On one side is Stephen Smith, a determined young man from humble beginnings who shares her rural roots and harbors a deep affection for her. On the other is Henry Knight, a distinguished, older gentleman who embodies the sophistication of London society. As Elfride navigates her feelings and the expectations of her world, the story unfolds with emotional depth and complexity. (Summary by Wikipedia)

Dive into a delightful collection of playful rhymes and charming verses that bring animals to life, captivating and educating young children. Perfect for engaging little minds, these whimsical tales are sure to entertain and inspire. - Summary by TR Love

Woody Allen was once made a knight commander by France, but he didn’t know because the paperwork got lost in the mail. A decade later, he found out about the award by reading about it in the New York Times. Across nearly nine eventful decades, Allen’s life has been full of surprises. Writing...