Journey into the heart of the rural South with Elder Burch, Charley Patton, and others as they capture the essence of early Delta blues, gospel, and protest music. The catastrophic Great Flood of 1927 wreaks havoc on Mississippi River towns, prompting a wave of migration northward. This movement ultimately paves the way for the emergence of Chicago Blues, exemplified by the talents of Howlin' Wolf.
Show
American Epic
Episode
S01E02
Air Date
May 23, 2017