The harmonica has long been synonymous with the blues, playing a key role in the evolution of the genre. This Rough Guide highlights the revolutionary players who pioneered the techniques now considered standard.
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Audioengine A2 Plus
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Nagaoka MP-110H Cartridge
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Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO
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Ortofon 2M Blue Premounted
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Arcadea Arcadea
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October 3, 2025 -
Wednesday Bleeds
Dead Oceans
September 19, 2025 -
Diamond Head Live And Electric [2xLP]
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July 11, 2025 -
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Ebba Åsman When You Know
Dorado
July 25, 2025 -
Clamm Serious Acts
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Cardi B AM I THE DRAMA? (Apple)
Atlantic
September 19, 2025 -
Roger Waters This Is Not A Drill – Live From Prague [4xLP]
Legacy Recordings
August 1, 2025 -
Flyte Between You and Me
Nettwerk Records
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Smalltown Supersound
August 22, 2025 -
Jeffrey Runnings Piqued [2xLP]
Independent Project Records, LLC
July 11, 2025 -
Mac DeMarco Guitar
Mac's Record Label
August 22, 2025 -
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