The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. The birthplace of the Blues — and much of American music — lies in Mississippi’s northwest corner.

The Mississippi Blues Trail was created in 2006 by the Mississippi Blues Commission, to place interpretive markers at notable historical sites related to the blues music. History and music combine ...

I have been a lover of music for my entire life and this year I wanted to dive deep into music history that helped to shape the genres that we listen to today. This Black History Month I decided ...

The Mississippi Blues Trail tells the story of how a genre began. Here are must-see stops to help ensure you soak in as much blues history as possible. ADVERTISEMENT ...