{"product_id":"the-story-of-the-blues-in-50-songs-9780764371240","title":"The Story of the Blues in 50 Songs","description":"\u003cem\u003eThe Story of the Blues in 50 Songs\u003c\/em\u003e traces the evolution of the blues and its influence on modern music. Highlighting 50 key recordings, the book explores the genre's roots in Black American culture and its impact on rock, soul, jazz, and hip-hop. Entries discuss pioneering artists like Bessie Smith, Robert Johnson, and Muddy Waters, along with later icons such as Eric Clapton and Janis Joplin. Firsthand accounts from musicians and producers offer insight into the creative process, while \"Voice Box\" features provide additional commentary on key figures and labels. Illustrated with vintage photos and memorabilia, this engaging volume is perfect for both seasoned blues enthusiasts and newcomers alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Mike Evans,Evans\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Schiffer Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/28\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 208\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.04lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.11h x 9.85w x 0.88d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780764371240\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eEvans, Mike:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - A musician in 1960s rock, soul, and blues bands, \u003cstrong\u003eMike Evans\u003c\/strong\u003e began writing about popular music in the 1970s, when he was a regular contributor to \u003cem\u003eMelody Maker\u003c\/em\u003e. He is also the author of the highly successful \u003cem\u003eThe Blues: A Visual History\u003c\/em\u003e. Mike lives in Hastings, England.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRitter, Shelley:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eShelley Ritter\u003c\/strong\u003e is the executive director of the Delta Blues Museum in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Under her direction, the museum has been recognized nationally at the White House with a National Medal for Museum and Library Services and a National Arts \u0026amp; Humanities Youth Program Award and internationally with an induction to The Excellence Club, Europa Nostra. She has over thirty years of experience in museums and has worked in grant administration and historic preservation.","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Mike Evans \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":48449355186333,"sku":"9780764371240","price":59.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_ad8adb74-41e4-4855-8e17-fcef0fb5c85f.jpg?v=1781632963","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/the-story-of-the-blues-in-50-songs-9780764371240","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}