Definitie & Betekenis van "electric blues"

What is "electric blues"?

Electric blues is a style of blues music that emerged in the mid-20th century, known for its use of electric guitars, amplifiers, and a full band setup including bass, drums, and sometimes keyboards. This genre brought a more powerful and energetic sound to traditional blues, featuring prominent guitar solos and a driving rhythm. The lyrics often explore themes of love, hardship, and life's challenges. Electric blues has been highly influential, contributing to the development of rock and roll and other contemporary music genres.