Ain't in it for My Health
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 As posted in thefreeweekly by Terrah Baker...
Biographical information by Sandra Cox
Fayetteville’s core curriculum includes the legacy of Levon Helm, and to this end, the (Fayetteville) library is proud to present the NWA premiere of Ain’t In It for My Health, a documentary about musician and Arkansas native Levon Helm, at 6:45 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, followed by a panel discussion featuring those who knew him.
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Paul Thorn at George's on Tuesday 08-13
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This coming Tuesday at George's Majestic Lounge, catch Paul Thorn and his special brand of blues and humor.
As his website currently states... Paul Thorn took an unexpected detour on the road to recording a follow-up to his most successful release, 2010's Pimps and Preachers.
If you think you're having a bad day, take a look
and a listen to the YouTube clip below...
maybe things aren't so bad after all.
"It's a Great Day to Whup Somebody's Ass"
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2013 OBS Blues Challenge News
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 The Journey to the International Blues Challenge begins in Fayetteville on October 2, 2013!
The Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas is now accepting applications to compete in the 2013 Blues Challenge!
Register by August 30, 2013 to compete in this year's Blues Challenge taking place at George's Majestic Lounge.
Blues Challenge winners in both the solo/duo and band categories will advance to compete at the 2014 International Blues Challenge in Memphis.
Challenge details and Act registration now available at our Website.
Watch for updates on our Website, Facebook Page, Twitter hashtag #2013OBSCHALLENGE and future releases of this Newsletter.
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Music Calendar
8/9 - 8/17
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8.9
- Big Uns, Funk Factory at George's Happy Hour in Fayetteville
- Loren Barrigar and Mark Mazengarb at the 324 Ballroom in Fayetteville
- The Fresco Jazz Trio Fresco Cafe & Pub in Fayetteville - 6:00pm
- Ain't in it for My Health - A documentary film about Levon Helm at the Fayetteville Library - 6:45pm (see article above for additional details and screenings)
- The Guerrilla Blues Band at Mojo's Pints & Pies in Fayetteville
- Claudia Burson in the Union Lounge located at the Chancellor Hotel in Fayetteville
- Matt Smith at the Greenhouse Grille in Fayetteville
- Keith Nicholson Trio at the Pied Piper in Eureka Springs
- Prince Albert & the Royal Knights at Landry's in Ft Smith
8.10
- TJ Scarlett at Jose's in Fayetteville
- Brick Fields at Jose's in Springdale
- The Downtown Livewires at The Grape Festival in Tontitown - Main Stage 7pm - 9pm
- Mike Sumler Band and the Cate Brothers at Basin Spring Park in Eureka Springs - 5pm FREE
- Guerrilla Blues Band at the Quid & Whale in Eureka Springs
- Leah & the Mojo Doctors at Landry's in Ft Smith
8.11
- Claudia Burson at Copelands Sunday Brunch in Rogers - 11am to 1pm
- Jazz Duos at Emelia's Kitchen Sunday Brunch in Fayetteville
- Keith Nicholson at the Rowdy Beaver Den in Eureka Springs - 1pm
8.12
- Copeland Bates with Kieth Nicholson at the Powerhouse in Fayetteville
8.13
- The longest running Blues Jam in Northwest Arkansas featuring the Larrys at the Bayou in Rogers
- Paul Thorn at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Jacob and Isayah at Jose's in Fayetteville
- Jed Clampit at the Pesto Cafe in Fayetteville
8.14
- Brick Fields at Bears in Fayetteville
- Jed Clampit Band at the Pig Trail Saloon in Rogers
8.15
- Isayah's Allstars at Foghorn's on College in Fayetteville
- Russ Hutchison at JJ's Grill & Chill in Fayetteville
- Brick Fields at Kingfish Dive Bar in Fayetteville
- TJ Scarlett at JJ's Grill & Chill in Rogers
8.16
- Bel Airs, Leah & the Mojo Doctors at George's Happy Hour in Fayetteville
- The Anna Figarova Quintet at the KUAF Summer Jazz Series - Walton Arts Center
- The Fresco Jazz Trio Fresco Cafe & Pub in Fayetteville - 6:00pm
- Claudia Burson in the Union Lounge located at the Chancellor Hotel in Fayetteville
- Teddy Sablon and Guta at Moso's Pints & Pies in Fayetteville
- The West Street Blues Band at Jose's in Springdale
- Trick Bag at the Bayou in Rogers
8.17
- Another Fine Mess at Jose's in Springdale
- The Rachel Fields Band at Landry's in Ft Smith
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In this issue: 08/09/2013
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On this day in Blues History
August 9
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Lena Wilson – Michigan Water Blues
California Ramblers – That Big Blonde Mama
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"It's the time of your life, so live it well."
A Bug's Life
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The 2013 Fayetteville Roots Festival
Fayetteville, AR
August 22 - 25
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17th Annual Hot Springs Blues Festival
Hot Springs
August 31 & September 1
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Dusk Til Dawn Blues Festival
Rentiesville, OK
Aug 30 - Sept 1
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KC Blues Festival
Kansas City, MO
August 31
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Big Muddy Blues Festival
Aug 31 & Sept 1
St Louis, MO
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The Greater Ozarks Blues Festival
Sept 6 & Sept 7
Springfield, MO
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Bikes, Blues & BBQ 2013
Sept 18 - 21
Fayetteville, AR
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King Biscuit Blues Festival
Helena, Arkansas
October 10 - 12
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