A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs Episode 108: “I Wanna Be Your Man” by the Rolling Stones
Dec 16, 2020
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Chris Barber's Influence
- Chris Barber, despite his traditional background, significantly influenced rock music.
- He popularized blues artists like Muddy Waters by bringing them to Britain, shaping the British blues scene.
Two Sides of British Blues
- The British blues scene wasn't monolithic but comprised two overlapping scenes: traditional and modern.
- These scenes stemmed from pre-existing divisions in the jazz world, influencing their preferred blues styles.
Big Bill Broonzy's UK Introduction
- Chris Barber brought Big Bill Broonzy to Britain, introducing him to a new generation.
- Broonzy's appearance on 6.5 Special made him a template for aspiring British musicians, including The Beatles.