On this edition of Blues Moments in Time, we explore October 4, a day that connects Black journalism, civil rights, and the enduring power of the blues.
We revisit the launch of the New Orleans Tribune, America’s first Black daily newspaper, reflect on the legacy of Bessie Smith, and examine how the activism of H. Rap Brown echoed themes long expressed through blues music.
Musically, we spotlight B.B. King’s recording of The Thrill Is Gone and celebrate the births of Duke Robillard and Big Pete Pearson, artists who helped preserve and expand the blues across generations.
From community advocacy to musical innovation, October 4 reminds us that the blues has always been a powerful voice for truth, resilience, and self-expression.
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