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Scott Joplin publish Maple Leaf Rag. Ragtime music is definitely an influencer
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One of the first blues songs is recorded.by W.C. Handy in 1912
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Mamie records her Crazy Blues. It becomes a huge hit
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A system of electrical recording is a new advancement in music.
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This was a time of very sad people and no money to purchase records. The sadness was actually an inspiration for new songs.
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The electric guitar is invented and this will alter the sound of the blues for many bands.
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Arthur records That's All Right which becomes a hit and will later be covered by famous artists.
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Rhythm and Blues is conned as the new name instead of other racial names used.
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First major hit with " Three O' Clock Blues"
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Samuel Charters adds to the popularity and movement of blues with his publication of The Country Blues
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Campaigning to register African Americans to eligible to vote. Huge step forward in their struggle of equality.
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Dies in 1968 from a bullet wound by an assassin.
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Died 1983 considered one of the best blues musicians.
