Black Snake Blues
Context
Recorded on May 5, 1926, for Okeh, shortly after the young Texan settled in St. Louis, this blues sold well and launched her career. A singer and pianist, Victoria Spivey then recorded for Okeh until 1929 and later for Victor, Vocalion, and Decca.
In the genealogy of jazz
This track belongs to Classic blues (women singers). Among the origins and influences of Classic blues: Blues, spirituals, work songs.