Because the blues is the basis of all rock music, characterizing the blues is comparable to characterizing rock & roll. Blues music is often simple songs, which are improvised both lyrically and musically. Although relatively unsophisticated chord progressions are the unvarying foundation for the blues, improvisation is its most important element. Representative Artists: Robert Johnson, B.B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Genre Guide 2000 · Jazz/Blues