The New Orleans Blues is a style of blues music that originated in the city of New Orleans, Louisiana. It is characterized by a heavy emphasis on the piano, horns, and drums, as well as a strong influence from jazz and gospel music. The style is often characterized by a slow, soulful groove, with a focus on improvisation and call-and-response vocals. The lyrics often focus on themes of heartache, loss, and struggle, as well as the joys of life in the city.

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