Which era's music did Broonzy help revive in the 1950s?
1920s jazz
Folk-blues
70s disco
80s rock
Answer
Folk-blues, a genre that had fallen into obscurity, was revived in the 1950s largely due to the efforts of Big Bill Broonzy. Broonzy, a renowned blues musician, helped reintroduce folk-blues to a wider audience through his performances and recordings. His music, which blended traditional blues elements with folk influences, resonated with listeners and contributed to the genre's resurgence in popularity.
Strumming Through History: The Big Bill Broonzy Blues Challenge
Related Quizzes
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox