album · February 14, 1992
Empress of the Blues
Guilde Internationale du DisqueSee this day
bluesrhythm and blues
This 1992 compilation showcases Bessie Smith's unparalleled vocal prowess and her foundational role in the blues genre.
- The album was released on February 14, 1992, by Guilde Internationale du Disque.
- The release falls into the blues and rhythm and blues genres.
- This compilation highlights Smith's status as a pivotal figure in early American popular music.
Bessie Smith was a groundbreaking American singer from Chattanooga, Tennessee, known as the "Empress of the Blues." She was one of the most popular female vocalists of the 1920s and 1930s, commanding significant commercial success during a time when few Black artists were achieving mainstream recognition. In 1992, Guilde Internationale du Disque released "Empress of the Blues," a compilation capturing Smith's enduring influence on blues and rhythm and blues music.
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