Ma Rainey

Ma Rainey Ma Rainey American blues singer (1886–1939) For "Maw Raney", see Della H. Raney. Gertrude "Ma" Rainey (née Pridgett; April 26, 1886 – December 22, 1939)[1][2][3] was an American blues singer and influential early-blues recording artist.[4] Dubbed the "Mother of the Blues", she bridged earlier vaudeville and the authentic expression of southern blues, influencing a generation of blues singers.[5] Rainey was known for her powerful vocal abilities, energetic disposition, majestic phrasing, and a "moaning" style of singing. Her qualities are present and most evident in her early recordings "Bo-Weevil Blues" and "Moonshine Blues". Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Ma Rainey Rainey in 1917 Background information Birth name Gertrude Pridgett Born (1886-04-26)April 26, 1886 Columbus, Georgia, U.S. Died…

GENRES: Blues, Female Vocalist