In the early years of the 20th century, a young and struggling Mississippi native who longed to master the blues guitar stood at the crossroads outside Clarksdale, Mississippi, and made a deal with ...

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Known as the Birthplace of the Blues, Clarksdale is a bucket list destination for anyone who considers themselves a blues lover. As part of their Live Music 365 program, the city publishes a regular ...