"Ma" Rainey mother of the blues
Update: 2024-01-03
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Often called the “Mother of the Blues,” Ma Rainey she bridged earlier vaudeville and the authentic expression of southern blues, influencing a generation of blues singers. She was known for her deep-throated voice and mesmerizing stage presence that drew packed audiences and sold hit records in the early twentieth century. Also a songwriter, her lyrics and melodies reflected her experiences as an independent, openly bisexual African-American woman.
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