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"Negro Spiritual" music influenced the evolution of Blues music.
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W.C. Handy is believed to be the first to write a blues song.
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Beale Street was a major influence on American Music at this time.
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W.C. Handy wrote "Memphis Blues" and it was published in 1912.
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Blind Lemon Jefferson gave Blues a new sound when he incorporated guitar to the music.
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Recorded "Crazy Blues" and set a foundation for female Blues singers.
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Touched many people with his song about the Depression. Many people related to it.
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John Lee Hooker went through Memphis and eventually got to Detroit.
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John Lee Hooker had a big hit with his release of "Boogie Chillin". He influenced many with his recordings.
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The nations first radio station to have an all black format.
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Big Mama Thornton released her song "Hound Dog" which went to the top of the charts.
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Beale Street didn't have much of an influence on music as it used to.
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Paul Butterfield had his own band and they made an impact on Blues with the bands release.
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The Fabulous Thunderbirds made Austin, Texas the center of Blues.
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John Lee Hooker passed away in 2001, leaving behind a great influence not only in Blues but all types of music.