Aug 14, 20150 COMMENT
The 25 Greatest Blues Singers in History
Blues music can be loosely defined as a type of African-American folk music that confronts harsh actualities and tender sentiments. Blues singers express these feelings in their songs with their rich, intense and emotional voice, sometimes appearing to be in a state of trance. The art of blues singing signifies a sense of separateness and an expression of pride.
Our today’s compilation present the 25 greatest blues singers from the entire history of the genre. Who’s your favorite blues singer? Make sure you leave your thoughts in the comments section below!
1- Robert Johnson
2- Charley Patton
3- Muddy Waters
4- Howlin’ Wolf
5- B.B. King
6- Blind Lemon Jefferson
7- W. C. Handy
8- Skip James
9- Elmore James
10- Son House
11- Buddy Guy
12- John Lee Hooker
13- Albert King
14- Sonny Boy Williamson II
15- Big Joe Turner
16- Bobby Bland
17- Willie Dixon
18- James Cotton
19- R.L. Burnside
20- T-Bone Walker
21- Jimmy Reed
22- Freddie King
23- Blind Willie Johnson
24- Bessie Smith
25- Otis Rush
