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1. www.americanbluesscene.com › 2011 › 03A Brief Musical History of "Catfish Blues" - American Blues Scene

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   Mar 20, 2011 · The “Catfish blues” as it’s most well known, originated “first” by a Mississippi delta bluesman named Robert Petway in 1941, though the most famous line about wishing one was a catfish can be heard on record as early as 1928.

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     Catfish Blues (2002 Remastered)

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     Gregg Allman / Catfish Blues

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3. whatnerd.com › best-movies-about-blues-musicThe 12 Best Movies About Blues Music, Ranked - whatNerd

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   Jul 18, 2023 · Blues music has a storied history unlike other music genres. These fantastic movies explore blues music and its impact.

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4. beatcrave.com › the-meaning-behind-the-songThe Meaning Behind The Song: Catfish Blues by Robert Petway

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   Dec 31, 2023 · “Catfish Blues” is a blues classic that delves into themes of restlessness, longing, and spirituality. Let’s take a closer look at the lyrics to uncover the deeper meaning behind the song: Verse 1. The song opens with Petway describing a sleepless night, where he tries to find solace but fails.

5. beatcrave.com › the-meaning-behind-the-songThe Meaning Behind The Song: Catfish Blues by Muddy Waters

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   “Catfish Blues,” also known as “Rollin’ Stone,” draws its roots from an earlier track by Delta bluesman Robert Petway. Muddy Waters, often referred to as the father of modern Chicago blues, adapted the song and made it his own, infusing it with his distinctive style and charismatic delivery.

6. beatcrave.com › the-meaning-behind-the-song-rollinThe Meaning Behind The Song: Rollin’ Stone (Catfish Blues) by ...

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   Sep 29, 2023 · Rollin’ Stone, also known as Catfish Blues, is a well-known blues song that was originally recorded by Muddy Waters in 1941. The song holds deep meaning and carries the essence of the blues genre. It has influenced countless artists and has become a classic in the world of music.

7. earlyblues.com › essay_catfishCatfish Blues (Origins of a Blues) - Early Blues

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   Catfish Blues (Origins of a Blues) By Max Haymes. This blues reached a peak of popularity in the Mississippi Delta during the late 1930s and prior to World War II. The sensual haunting melody was later recorded by a world-famous Delta singer in 1950 (arid subsequently by other singers) and re-titled “Rollin’ Stone”.

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   What is a Catfish Blues song?

   • It’s had lines and verses added and taken away. It’s been called different things; Voodoo Chile, Rollin’ Stone. The “Catfish blues” as it’s most well known, originated “first” by a Mississippi delta bluesman named Robert Petway in 1941, though the most famous line about wishing one was a catfish can be heard on record as early as 1928.

   A Brief Musical History of "Catfish Blues" - American Blues Scene

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   Where did the 'Catfish Blues' come from?

   • The “Catfish blues” as it’s most well known, originated “first” by a Mississippi delta bluesman named Robert Petway in 1941, though the most famous line about wishing one was a catfish can be heard on record as early as 1928. That’s to be expected, however; the original delta blues singers freely and frequently borrowed lines from one another.

   A Brief Musical History of "Catfish Blues" - American Blues Scene

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   Did Robert Petway record Catfish Blues?

   • It’s one of the most widely played songs in the blues, but not much is known about Robert Petway, the man who recorded the definitive early version of “Catfish Blues”. The scant information that exists tells a familiar story of a Delta musician who headed to Chicago to make records.

   Obscure Origins of a Blues Classic: 'Catfish Blues' - KNKX Public Radio

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   Who wrote Catfish Blues?

   • Chicago. Although Cowley rightly says “Catfish Blues” is “...an enduring Mississippi blues theme that dates, on commercial record, from 1941 (and) it was first recorded by Robert Pettway” (sic) (1), this only tells part of the story. It had for a long time been associated with the rough-voiced guitarman Tommy McClennan.

   Catfish Blues - Early Blues

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9. www.knkx.org › jazz-and-blues › 2013/07/19Obscure Origins of a Blues Classic: 'Catfish Blues' | KNKX ...

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   Jul 19, 2013 · It’s one of the most widely played songs in the blues, but not much is known about Robert Petway, the man who recorded the definitive early version of “Catfish Blues”. The scant information that exists tells a familiar story of a Delta musician who headed to Chicago to make records.