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Ma Rainey - Mini Biography | TV-14

A short biography of Ma Rainey, the "Mother of the Blues,” who was a pioneer of the blues music genre. Rainey’s raw delivery landed her a record deal and her own show.

A short biography of Ma Rainey. “The Mother of the Blues,” who was a pioneer of the blues music genre. Rainey’s raw delivery landed her a record deal and her own show.

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