Ma. Rainey (07.19.15)

from Liner Notes · host Rabbi Neil Blumofe

Ma. Rainey, born Gertrude Malissa Nix Pridgett, April 26, 1886, was one of the first recorded Blues singers of the 20th century. Her deep, soulful voice is as distinctive as her lyrics, that were considered controversial at the time. Although she is known as “The Mother of The Blues”, her sound laid the foundation for […] The post Ma. Rainey (07.19.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

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