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The Blues

Exploring the roots and evolution of The Blues, this documentary series delves into the genre's fascinating history.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Feel Like Going Home

1. Feel Like Going Home

Aired: Sep 28, 2003

Exploring the rich cultural heritage of the blues, this episode delves into i...

Episode 2 The Soul of a Man

2. The Soul of a Man

Aired: Sep 29, 2003

The next episode of this series explores the blues genre through the lives of...

Episode 3 The Road to Memphis

3. The Road to Memphis

Aired: Sep 30, 2003

B.B. King's musical journey is chronicled in a film that celebrates the city ...

Episode 4 Warming by the Devil's Fire

4. Warming by the Devil's Fire

Aired: Oct 1, 2003

A young boy in 1950s Mississippi struggles with conflicting loyalties in his ...

Episode 5 Godfathers and Sons

5. Godfathers and Sons

Aired: Oct 2, 2003

Chuck D of Public Enemy and Marshall Chess, son of Chess Records founder, col...

Episode 6 Red, White and Blues

6. Red, White and Blues

Aired: Oct 3, 2003

The next episode delves into the vibrant blues scene of 1960s England, explor...

Episode 7 Piano Blues

Aired: Oct 4, 2003

Clint Eastwood engages in a candid conversation with musicians about their un...

Info about The Blues

Current Status: Ended

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary, Music