Recaptures the lives and times of Ma Rainey, Bessie Smith, Ida Cox, Alberta Hunter, Ethel Waters, and the other legendary women who made blues music a vital part of American culture. The film brings together for the first time dozens of rare, classic renditions of the early blues.
Genres: Documentary, Music
Cast: Vinie Burrows, Koko Taylor, Danny Barker, Mae Barnes, Doll Thomas, Chris Albertson
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