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Exploring the meaning of ‘bag’ in the blues world: from musical influences to street slang, Debra Devi unpacks the layers of this iconic term in this week’s installment of The Language of the Blues.

From the desperate measures of alcoholics during Prohibition to the blues singers who chronicled their struggles, this installment delves into the dark reality of survival, addiction, and the raw spirit of the era. Discover the story of “Canned Heat” and how alcorub became the last resort for those fighting the demons of the drink.

In ‘The Language of the Blues: From Alcorub to ZuZu,’ author and rocker Debra Devi explores the meaning of a word or phrase from a blues song.

“What a great resource, as fascinating as it is informative. Debra’s passion for the blues shines through.” – Bonnie Raitt

Discover the real meaning behind “Black Cat Bone,” which is prominently featured in a number of blues songs, from Willie Dixon, Muddy Waters, Sonny Boy Williamson, and more!

Author/rocker Debra Devi focuses on the meaning and significance of a unique word used in blues song.

To conjure, one of the African cultural survivals very early noted in the New World, was mystical and required religious rituals. Discover it’s meaning in the blues!

This is the latest installment of our weekly series The Language of the Blues, in which author and rock musician…

This is the latest installment of our weekly series The Language of the Blues, in which author and rock musician…

This is the latest installment of our weekly series The Language of the Blues, in which author and rock musician…

This is the latest installment of our weekly series The Language of the Blues, in which author and rock musician…