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Delta blues
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| Delta blues | |
|---|---|
| Stylistic origins | Blues |
| Cultural origins | Early twentieth century Mississippi, U.S. |
| Derivative forms | |
Delta blues is one of the earliest-known styles of blues. It originated in the Mississippi Delta and is regarded as a regional variant of country blues. Guitar and harmonica are its dominant instruments; slide guitar is a hallmark of the style. Vocal styles in Delta blues range from introspective and soulful to passionate and fiery.
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