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LAST DAY TO REGISTER! 
 
 
The Journey to the International Blues Challenge begins in Fayetteville on October 2, 2013!
 
The Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas is  accepting applications to compete in the 2013 Blues Challenge!  
 
 
The registration deadline is Today!  
 
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.  
 
Sounds Made in Mountains - Vol 2 CD Release Party!
 
 
 

You'll be sure to hear some great "Sounds Made in Mountains" at the CD Release Party scheduled  at the Powerhouse this coming Thursday.
 
 
Plus, the Sounds Made in Mountains project is going to donate revenue from CD sales of "Sounds Made in Mountains Vol 2" to Families in Transition - directly benefitting homeless children who attend NWA public schools.
 
 
The CD features 15 local artists and the release party is scheduled for Thursday, September 5 at the Powerhouse in Fayetteville from 6:30pm to 12:00am.
 
Live performances at this event wil be provided by Adam Collins, Brick Fields, The Downtown Livewires, Earl & Them, Isayah's Allstars and Leah & the Mojo Doctors.
 
If you can't make it to the party, stop by any First Security Bank and pick up a CD for just $6.
 
 
 
 
You Can Make A Difference!!

 
HOW?
 
By making a tax deductable donation or by becoming a member of The Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas, you can help build a bigger and better blues society/community in NWA.  
 
  
It does take a village!  As all 501(c) (3) non profit organization, we depend solely on the support received donations and member subscriptions to help make annual events like our 'Blues Challenge',  'The Blues in the Natural State Music Festival' and our Blues Education programs possible.
 
But, like most, you are probably asking yourself...
 
If I make a donation or become a member of the Ozark Blues Society, what's in it for me? 
 
Well, to start:
 
  • Personal Satisfaction in knowing that you are helping to keep the blues alive.  After all, blues music is an original American art form that is an important part of our heritage.
  • A Sense of Community  - If you like Blues and Live Music, you'll be part of something special happening in Northwest Arkansas.  And, you'll meet other like minded people that also have a passion for the Blues.
  • Weekly Email-Newsletter that keeps you informed on blues news and  activities happening in Northwest Arkansas and beyond.
  • A Tax Deduction on your tax return.
 
 
Annual membership levels beginning at just $10.  That's less than  3 cents a day!
 
Special Offer on new Donotions
and/or Memberships!   
Make a donation, renew or sign up for membership today and, if you are the 10th person that does so, you get a free 2013 Blues in the Natural State Music Festival T-Shirt (a $20 value) ! 
 
 
Click Here to see Membership Levels and Benefits.
 
Renew your Membership or become a New Member Here.
 
Please join us and share this message with your friends who also love the Blues.
 
 
 
Music Calendar
8/30 - 9/07
8.30
  • The Cate Brothers, Joe Giles and the Homewreckers at George's Happy Hour in Fayetteville
  • Isayah's Allstars at Kingfish Dive Bar in Fayetteville
  • Tyrannosaurus Chicken at Smoke & Barrel Tavern in Fayetteville
  • The Fresco Jazz Trio Fresco Cafe & Pub in Fayetteville - 6:00pm
  • Claudia Burson in the Union Lounge located at the Chancellor Hotel in Fayetteville
  • Walter Savage Duo at Eleven Restaurant - Crystal Bridges in Bentonville
  • Keith Nicholson Trio at Gusano's in Bentonville
  • Dusk Til Dawn Blues Festival in Rentiesville, OK
 
 
8.31
  • Isayah's Allstars at Jose's in Fayetteville
  • Brick Fields at the Fresco Cafe & Pub in Fayeeteville
  • Keith Nicholson at the West End in Fayetteville
  • Spa City Blues Festival in Hot Springs, AR
  • Dusk Til Dawn Blues Festival in Rentiesville, OK
  • KC Blues Festival in Kansas City, MO
  • Big Muddy Blues Festival in St. Louis, MO
 
9.1
  • Claudia Burson at Copelands Sunday Brunch in Rogers - 11am to 1pm
  • Jazz Duos at Emelia's Kitchen Sunday Brunch in Fayetteville
  • Teddy Sablon at Mojo's Pints & Pies in Fayetteville
  • Richard Burnette at Terra Studios in Durham
  • Spa City Blues Festival in Hot Springs, AR
  • Dusk Til Dawn Blues Festival in Rentiesville, OK
  • Big Muddy Blues Festival in St. Louis, MO
9.2
 
9.3
  • The longest running Blues Jam in  Northwest Arkansas featuring the Larrys at the Bayou in Rogers
  • Jamstain featuring Blew Reed and the Flatheads, Scorned, Forsaken Few at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
  • Prince Albert & the Royal Knights at Jose's in Springdale
  • Mo Brothers at JJ's Grill & Chill in Rogers
9.4
  • Brick Fields at Bears in Fayetteville
 
9.5
  • Sounds Made in Mountains - Vol 2 CD release party at the Powerhouse in Fayetteville featuring:
    • Brick Fields
    • Adam Collins Trio
    • The Downtown Livewires
    • Leah & the Mojo Doctors
    • Earl & Them
    • Isayah's Allstars and Allstar Jam
9.6
  • RJ Mischo, Strange Derangers at George's Happy Hour in Fayetteville
  • The Fresco Jazz Trio Fresco Cafe & Pub in Fayetteville - 6:00pm
  • Claudia Burson in the Union Lounge located at the Chancellor Hotel in Fayetteville
  • The Greater Ozarks Blues Festival in Springfield, MO
 
9.7
  • The West Street Blues Band at Jose's in Fayetteville
  • Milburn at Jose's in Springdale
  • The Greater Ozarks Blues Festival in Springfield, MO
 
In this issue:  08/30/2013
On this day in Blues History
August 30
 
 
New Orleans Rhythm Kings - Tiger Rag
 
John Lee Hooker - I'm Bad
 
 
 
This Week's
Quote
 
 

 
 
 
"Wanting to be someone you're not is a waste of the person you are."
 
Kurt Cobain 
 
 
 
The Festival Beat
 
17th Annual Hot Springs Blues Festival
Hot Springs
August 31 & September 1
 
Click on the logo for more details
 
 
 
 
Dusk Til Dawn Blues Festival
Rentiesville, OK
Aug 30 - Sept 1
 
Click on the logo for more details
 
 
KC Blues Festival
Kansas City, MO
August 31
 
Click on the logo for more details
 
 
 
Big Muddy Blues Festival
Aug 31 & Sept 1
St Louis, MO
 
Click on the logo for more details
 
 
 
The Greater Ozarks Blues Festival
Sept 6 & Sept 7
Springfield, MO
 
Click on the logo for more details
 
 
 
Bikes, Blues & BBQ 2013
Sept 18 - 21
Fayetteville, AR
 
Click on the logo for more details
 
 
 
 
King Biscuit Blues Festival
Helena, Arkansas
October 10 - 12
 
Click on the logo for more details
 
 
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Until Next Time...
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