Recaptures the lives and times of Ma Rainey, Bessie Smith, Ida Cox, Alberta Hunter, Ethel Waters, and the other legendary women who made blues music a vital part of American culture. The film brings together for the first time dozens of rare, classic renditions of the early blues.

Cast:Vinie Burrows, Koko Taylor, Danny Barker, Mae Barnes, Doll Thomas, Chris Albertson,

Genre:Documentary, Music,

country:United States of America,

Production:Calliope Films,