Bessie Smith dominated what has become known as 'Classic Blues'. Living every day as though it were her last was hardly conductive to a long life, but it gave the singer experience of suffering which she brought out in her singing. Not that Bessie lacked humour; the recordings of more comical material are every bit as red blooded as her articulation of disillusionment and hurt.
Bessie Smith dominated what has become known as 'Classic Blues'. Living every day as though it were her last was hardly conductive to a long life, but it gave the singer experience of suffering which she brought out in her s...
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