I also got a chance to go to the American Museum in New York, which helped my interest.
I have often heard it said that the United States is isolated and is not interested in European affairs. I assure you that this is not the case.
I don't even think whether I play the blues or not, I just play whatever feels right at the moment. I also will use any gadget or device that I find that helps me achieve the sort of sound on the guitar that I want to get.