The Blues - its melodies were created as an expression of profound sorrow and melancholy in the scorching heat of the cotton plantations. Its power encouraged the people and gave them support. Black and Blues is an homage to this moving musical genre. Unique photographs of famous blues musicians taken by Giuseppe Pino celebrate a grand emotion. Music CDs: A collection of recordings that impressively surveys the many facets of the roots of the Blues, including such great names as Big Joe Turner, John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, and Memphis Slim.