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10 NEW THIS SEASON SAME AUTHOR RELATED TTLES THE BLUES 978-0-7643-5975-0 272 pp. | 10" x 11" (254 x 279 mm) | HC $39.99, £36.99, 56.99 CAD BLUES HANDS 978-0-7643-4963-8 128 pp. | 9 1/8" x 8 1/8" (232 x 207 mm) | HC $29.99, £27.99, 42.99 CAD THE EARLY YEARS OF RHYTHM & BLUES 978-0-7643-1983-9 112 pp. | 9" x 12" (229 x 305 mm) | PB $29.95, £27.99, 42.95 CAD ISBN 978-0-7643-7124-0 ISBN: 978-0-7643-7124-0 $49.99, £45.99, 72.00 CAD hardcover • 208 pp. • 10" x 11" (254 x 279 mm) 250 color and b/w photos BISACs MUSIC / Genres & Styles / Blues MUSIC / History & Criticism MUSIC / Individual Composer & Musician AVAILABLE MAY 2026 UK PUB DATE JULY 2026 The Story of the Blues in 50 Songs By Mike Evans, Highlights 50 milestone blues recordings and brings a new focus to the history of the blues, through key songs, singers, and the musicians who made it possible. The Story of the Blues in 50 Songs traces the evolution of the blues and its influence on modern music. Highlighting 50 key recordings, the book explores the genre's roots in Black American culture and its impact on rock, soul, jazz, and hip-hop. Entries discuss pioneering artists like Bessie Smith, Robert Johnson, and Muddy Waters, along with later icons such as Eric Clapton and Janis Joplin. Firsthand accounts from musicians and producers offer insight into the creative process, while "Voice Box" features provide additional commentary on key figures and labels. Illustrated with vintage photos and memorabilia, this engaging volume is perfect for both seasoned blues enthusiasts and newcomers alike. A musician in 1960s rock, soul, and blues bands, Mike Evans began writing about popular music in the 1970s, when he was a regular contributor to Melody Maker . He is also the author of the highly successful The Blues: A Visual History . Mike lives in Hastings, England.