And Mr. Dylan, again, displays his virtuosity whether it is through blues, rock, country, jazz or Tex-Mex.

"Through the Fire" and some 10 other American rhythm and blues songs are about all the English Ms. Kanno knows.

His spiky aggression echoes through blues and rock.

The 64-year-old Louisiana-born guitarist and violinist took listeners on a musical voyage through jazz, blues, calypso, reggae and other styles.

His superb band, including two bass players, steamed through blues shuffles and leaned into funk vamps topped by terse, nasal keyboard lines.

His spiky aggression echoes through blues and rock; Jeff Beck may be his best-known disciple.

You can taste your way through blues from different parts of the world, discover a whole range of washed-rind cheeses and learn about a variety of chevres.

Obits called him the pop singer of the century, noting his range, durability, and influence through Big Band, blues, and rock 'n' roll.

There was a warm glow at the center of the music, which rambled through blues, Spanish modes, and 32-bar song form.

Running through blues, soul, reggae and jazz are rich seams of struggle and transcendence.