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What is the Blues?
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Blues Radio Series

Background of Blues Music
Chicago Blues
Country Blues
Delta Blues
East Coast Blues
West Coast Blues
Harmonica Blues
Modern Electric Blues
Texas Blues
The Blues Radio Series hosted by Keb' Mo was produced by the Experience Music Project and Ben Manilla Productions for the presenting station WGBH in Boston with major support coming from Volkswagen. This 13-part series was created as part of the Year of the Blues and provides a wonderful history of the Blues with both music and incredible narrative and interviews.
Episode 1: "The Birth of the Blues" Listen
Episode 2: "Goin' Up the Country" Listen
Episode 3: "Tain't Nobody's Business If I Do" Listen
Episode 4: "Standin' at the Crossroads" Listen
Episode 5: "Mystery Train" Listen
Episode 6: "Sweet Home Chicago" Listen
Episode 7: "Key to the Highway" Listen
Episode 8: "Blues Power" Listen
Episode 9: "Bring it on Home" Listen
Episode 10: "Gimme Back My Wig" Listen