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classic blues
6 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making classic blues. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole classic blues guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making classic blues?
Big Mama Thornton, Bessie Smith, Ma Rainey, Memphis Minnie, Mamie Smith, and Mamie Smith & Her Jazz Hounds are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/classic-blues/girls lists 6, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making classic blues?
Further out, try Ma Rainey, Memphis Minnie, and Mamie Smith.
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artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-20
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