Video: ‘The Blues Gives You Back Your Soul’ - Taj Mahal '63

In October 2018, blues musician Taj Mahal ’63 visited UMass Amherst to attend the 100th Anniversary of the Stockbridge School of Agriculture's two-year program. A proud Stockbridge graduate, Mahal is still passionately interested in all aspects of agriculture. Born Henry Fredericks Jr., he adopted the stage name Taj Mahal in college as he became an active musician and personality on campus. He went on to a very successful career as a blues musician.

In this video, Mahal shares a glimpse into his successful career as a blues musician, including his world travels, noted career milestones (among them, a 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Music Association; two Grammy awards and nine nominations; and numerous blues awards from the Blues Foundation); and collaborations with artists like The Rolling Stones and Patty Smith.

For more information, visit tajblues.com.