The Blues

"Chris Thomas King has crafted a timely and insightful work expounding upon history, music, social issues, and his own life's experiences. Most important, his revision of blues history and revolutionary new theory concerning the origins, meaning, and nature of blues is a fresh new perspective that will be a true revolution to readers and will open new lines of discussion on American culture and the importance of the city of New Orleans for generations to come." Dr. Michael White, jazz clarinetist, composer, and Keller Endowed Chair at Xavier University of LA
"In his book The Blues , Chris Thomas King, musician, author, and disciple, emerges as the newly minted messiah: an enlightened prophet, rising from the misunderstood, misinformed, and mis-gathered ashes of America's blues legacy like a phoenix steeped in the wordthe gospel testament that is the authentic verse, chapter, and psalm, as is his birthright and legacy, the history he has lived and been gifted. His tireless research, driven by a need to uncover the essence of his art and heritage, lead him to unearth and expand the true narrative of the blues and set the record straight for posterity." Alexander Smalls, author of Meals, Music, and Muses and Grace the Table
"A passionate narrative that will attract attention, debate, and ruffled feathers." Kirkus Reviews
"A total game changer[a] groundbreaking major contribution to blues literature." Living Blues