What is blues instrumentals?

Blues instrumentals are musical compositions in the genre of blues without any vocal parts. They heavily feature blues musical instruments such as a guitar, piano, harmonica, and drums. The absence of vocals allows the focus to be on the melody and the instrumentation. Blues instrumentals can vary in length and tempo, depending on the style and mood of the music. Some notable blues instrumentals include "Hideaway" by Freddie King, "Green Onions" by Booker T. & the M.G.'s, and "Texas Flood" by Stevie Ray Vaughan. These instrumentals often showcase the expertise and skill of the musicians and have become popular for blues fans and music enthusiasts alike.