The Memphis Blues
1913 blues song by W. C. Handy and George A. Norton / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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"The Memphis Blues" is a song described by its composer, W. C. Handy, as a "southern rag". It was self-published by Handy in September 1912 and has been recorded by many artists over the years.
Quick Facts Single by Victor Military Band, Published ...
"The Memphis Blues" | |
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Single by Victor Military Band | |
Published | November 10, 1913 (1913-11-10) Theron C. Bennett Co., New York[1] |
Released | October 1914 (1914-10)[2] |
Recorded | July 15, 1914 (1914-07-15)[3] |
Studio | Victor Studios, Camden, New Jersey |
Genre | Southern rag, blues |
Length | 2:58 |
Label | Victor 17619 |
Composer(s) | W. C. Handy |
Lyricist(s) | George A. Norton |
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