blues-rock
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of blues-rock
First recorded in 1970–75
Example Sentences
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Hirst had several side projects, including the band Ghostwriters, which released four albums, and the prolific blues-rock group Backsliders.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2026
Sir Rod began his ascent to stardom with the Jeff Beck Group and the Faces, a boisterous blues-rock outfit heavily inspired by the Rolling Stones – both on and off the stage.
From BBC • Jun. 24, 2025
Stapleton brought a blues-rock earthiness to his vocal and guitar lines, and Wonder tossed a synthesizer counterpoint at him that made him grin and dig in harder — a real jam.
From New York Times • Feb. 6, 2023
The title song is driven by co-producer Jared Bartlett’s blues-rock electric guitar, only to have its swagger briefly interrupted by a mournful trumpet solo.
From Washington Post • Jan. 11, 2023
The guitarist with British blues-rock band Dr. Feelgood who had an unexpected career renaissance after being diagnosed with terminal cancer.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 5, 2022
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