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karlynnae

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What are some features of today's blues, compared with the earlier blues from the acoustic era of Ma Rainey? In your answer refer specifically to Poor Broke Boy and Ain't Enough Comin' In.
 
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Comparing these two songs, which of the following statements is true?
  Poor Boy Blues compared with Hustlin' Blues
 
  a. Both exhibit the quatrain-refrain stanza form.
  b. Only one is accompanied by an electric guitar.
  c. The lyrics for both exhibit the rhythms of ordinary speech.
  d. Both songs are autobiographical


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Reply #1 on: Jul 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANSWER:
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Amplified instruments, especially electric guitar and electric bass guitar.
 Highly evolved and advanced, individual guitar styles; for example, Otis Rush's intense vibrato, Super Chikan's rock-influenced, electric lead guitar.
 Driving, relentless rhythm section with electric bass guitar at high volume.
 Clever, subtle lyrics which explore complex human relationships beyond the simple posturing of male/mistreated woman themes.



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karlynnae

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Reply 2 on: Jul 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

Sarahjh

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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