Going Home to the Blues

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August 20, 2008

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Going Home to the Blues

Produced by:

Debra Morris
Askia Muhammad

People say going down south is like going home. Take a trip to the Mississippi Delta to find the true meaning of the Blues. Everyone has hard times throughout their lives, but does that classify as the Blues? Producers Askia Muhammed and Debra Morris search for an answer while going home.

Program Credits

Going Home to the Blues is a SOUNDPRINT classic, produced by Askia Muhammed and Debra Morris. Special thanks to Njemile Rollins. You've been listening to James Son Thomas, Shock Williams, Bobby Whalen and the Ladies Choice Band, and the St. James Mission Baptist Church Women's Choir.

Resources

Links:
Bluesnet
A resource which provides information on blues performers...

Blues Radio on the Web
Provides links to blues radio online...

The Rhythm and Blues Primer
Several links are available to purchase and download blues music...

Blues Music Now Web Magazine
A look into what is current in the world of blues music, from new recordings to performances...

Books:
Land Where the Blues Began
by: Alan Lomax 2002
Alan Lomax provides a background look into the world of the blues after visiting the Mississippi Delta.

All Music Guide to the Blues: The Definitive Guide to the Blues
by: Vladimir Bogdanov (Editor), Chris Woodstra, Stephen Thomas Erlewine 2003
This book informs you of the best in blues music with thousands of recordings and profiles of artists.

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