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'They danced, even if they had the blues.
A documentary covering the R&B (rhythm and blues) field from the 1940s to the early 1950s. Included is footage of performances by major R&B singers of the time, and interviews with singers, producers and others involved in the field.
Directed by George T. Nierenberg

Ruth Brown

Charles Brown

Bobby Robinson

Jerry Wexler
Record producer

Ralph Bass

Rev. Al Dixon

Shelly Steward
DJ

Rev. Al Dixon
DJ

Bob Beamon

Eddie N. Williams
Blues Road Movie
2001