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The Blues

2003 – 2003 · PBS
1 seasons · 7 episodes
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The Blues (2003) is a seven-part documentary series produced by Martin Scorsese that explores the history and influence of blues music. Each episode, directed by a different filmmaker, traces a unique aspect of the genre’s evolution—from its African roots to its global impact. Originally airing on PBS, the series includes Scorsese’s Feel Like Going Home, Wim Wenders’ The Soul of a Man, Richard Pearce’s The Road to Memphis, Charles Burnett’s Warming by the Devil’s Fire, Marc Levin’s Godfathers and Sons, Mike Figgis’ Red, White and Blues, and Clint Eastwood’s Piano Blues.

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Dick Waterman
Self - Son House's manager
Taj Mahal
Self
B.B. King
Self
Marcia Ball
Self
Ike Turner
Self
Salif Keita
Self
Ray Charles
Self
Ali Farka Touré
Self
Created by Martin Scorsese

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Status
Ended
Type
Miniseries
First aired
Sep 28, 2003
Original language
EN
Production
Vulcan Productions, Road Movies, Jigsaw Productions
Country
US

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