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Blues greatest of all time

Dive into the core of blues history with the "Blues greatest of all time" playlist. This collection is a curated journey through the gritty roads and smoky bars where blues legends like Elmore James with his twice-featured classic, "Dust My Broom," and the raw power of Koko Taylor's "I'm A Woman," crafted the soundtrack of an era. From the soul-stirring vocals of Bobby "Blue" Bland in "Do What You Set Out To Do" to the iconic "I'm Your Hoochie Coochie Man" by Willie Dixon, each track is a testament to the enduring vitality and depth of blues music. Whether it’s the modern twists brought by Jon Batiste in "Don’t Stop" or the vintage vibes of Sonny Boy Williamson II's "Bring It On Home," this playlist spans the rich spectrum of blues, celebrating both its roots and its far-reaching influence. The inclusion of crossover hits like "Extreme Ways" by Moby adds an unexpected flavor, showcasing the genre's impact on music far beyond its own boundaries. It's a selection that isn't just about blues; it's a tribute to the raw, emotive power of storytelling through music.

Unwind or gear up with classics like "Pride and Joy" by Stevie Ray Vaughan and feel the soulful expressions of pain, joy, and life in Albert King and Stevie Ray Vaughan's rendition of "Call It Stormy Monday." This playlist doesn't just stick to the traditional; it also embraces the nuances that artists like Blake Shelton with "God's Country" bring to the table, blending past and present. Whether you're a blues purist or someone exploring the genre for the first time, there's something in "Blues greatest of all time" that'll resonate. From the intense, emotion-packed performances of B.B. King to the storytelling mastery of John Lee Hooker, unwrap the multifaceted world of blues music, one timeless track at a time.

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Albert Ammons 1 track
Albert Collins 1 track
Albert King 7 tracks
Alvin Lee 1 track
Amos Milburn 1 track
B.B. King 13 tracks
Bessie Smith 1 track
Beth Hart, Joe Bonamassa 1 track
Big Bill Broonzy 1 track
Big Joe Williams 1 track
Billy Boy Arnold 1 track
Billy Branch 1 track
Blake Shelton 1 track
Bo Diddley 1 track
Bobby "Blue" Bland 2 tracks
Brad Vickers 1 track
Buck69 1 track
Buddy Guy 2 tracks
Buster Benton 1 track
Calvin "fuzz" Jones 1 track
Calvin Russell 1 track
Carey Bell 1 track
Casey Bill Weldon 1 track
Champion Jack Dupree 1 track
Charles Bradley 1 track
Chuck Berry 2 tracks
Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown 1 track
Coleman Hawkins Quintet 1 track
D-Man 1 track
Dave Brubeck 1 track
Django Reinhardt 1 track
Earl Phillips 1 track
Earnest Johnson 2 tracks
Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson 1 track
Eddie Shaw 1 track
Elles Bailey 1 track
Elmer Snowden 1 track
Elmore James 4 tracks
Eric Bibb 1 track
Eric Clapton 4 tracks
Ethel Waters 1 track
Etta James 1 track
Evan Arntzen 1 track
Floyd Dixon 1 track
Freddie King 2 tracks
Gary Moore 1 track
Gene Deer 1 track
Gregor Hilden 1 track
Harlan Terson 1 track
Hi Rhythm 1 track
Howlin' Wolf 5 tracks
Hubert Sumlin 2 tracks
Ida Cox 1 track
J.J. Cale 1 track
JT Coldfire 1 track
James Cotton 1 track
James Taylor 1 track
Jay McShann 1 track
Jeff Beck 1 track
Jerry Douglas 1 track
Jerry Portnoy 1 track
Jimmy Burns 1 track
Jimmy Reed 1 track
Jimmy Rogers 3 tracks
Jimmy Rushing 1 track
Jimmy Witherspoon 1 track
Joe Bonamassa 1 track
Joe Gastwirt 1 track
Joe Turner 3 tracks
John Hiatt 1 track
John Lee Hooker 5 tracks
John Mayall 1 track
Johnny Ace 2 tracks
Johnny Otis & His Orchestra 1 track
Jon Batiste 1 track
Junior Wells 3 tracks
Katie Webster 1 track
Keb' Mo' 3 tracks
Ken Saydak 1 track
Koko Taylor 2 tracks
Kokomo Arnold 1 track
Lightnin' Hopkins 4 tracks
Little Walter 2 tracks
Lonnie Johnson 3 tracks
Louis Jordan 3 tracks
Lowell Fulson 1 track
Lucille Bogan 1 track
Luther Allison 1 track
Luther Johnson 1 track
Luther Tucker 2 tracks
Magic Sam 2 tracks
Manuel Grimaldi 1 track
Meade "Lux" Lewis 1 track
Melvin Taylor 1 track
Menahan Street Band 1 track
Merle Perkins 1 track
Mighty Joe Young 2 tracks
Mississippi John Hurt 1 track
Moby 2 tracks
Muddy Waters 8 tracks
Odie Payne, Jr. 2 tracks
Omar and The Howlers 1 track
Otis Rush 3 tracks
Otis Spann 3 tracks
Pinetop Perkins 4 tracks
Ray Charles 2 tracks
Rob Thomas 1 track
Robert Cray 5 tracks
Robert Johnson 1 track
Robert Lockwood, Jr. 2 tracks
Ronnie Earl 1 track
Rosanne Cash 1 track
Rufus Thomas 3 tracks
Santana 2 tracks
Scrapper Blackwell 1 track
Shemekia Copeland 1 track
Sonny Boy Williamson II 4 tracks
Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee 1 track
Stevie Ray Vaughan 5 tracks
Stockholm Slim 2 tracks
Sunnyland Slim 2 tracks
T-Bone Walker 8 tracks
The Beale Streeters 1 track
The Blues Brothers 4 tracks
The Paul Butterfield Blues Band 1 track
The Rolling Stones 2 tracks
Tony Joe White 1 track
Tony-O 1 track
Tracy Chapman 2 tracks
Tuba Skinny 2 tracks
U2 1 track
Van Morrison 1 track
W.C. Handy 1 track
Willie "Big Eyes" Smith 2 tracks
Willie Dixon 8 tracks
Wilson Pickett 1 track
ZZ Top 1 track