Attention Blues Musicians!
FINAL DAY TO ENTER!
The Ozark Blues Society of NWA’S Annual “BLUES CHALLENGE” will take place on September 17, 2014, at George’s Majestic Lounge on Dickson Street in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
The Ozark Blues Society is seeking submissions from Blues bands and solo/duo artists to compete in this event.
There will be two winners announced on the night of the competition -- one band and one solo/duo act. Winners will then be eligible to compete at the four-day 2015 International Blues Challenge on Beale Street in Memphis on January 21 through January 24, 2015.
Details about the Blues Challenge (official rules, scoring criteria, guidelines, application form, etc.), as well as the ability to submit an entry form via the Ozark Blues Society’s website can be obtained at the following link: http://bit.ly/1pgKv2S
Deadline to Enter August 15!
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On Saturday, August 16th, in the Walmart World Room located at the Walmart Museum in Downtown Bentonville, another in a series of community concerts featuring RJ Mischo.
"Singer/Harmonica player R.J. Mischo began his music career over 20 years ago in Minneapolis. He worked with the area’s legends of the Blues scene like Muddy Waters alumni Mojo Buford and Sonny Rogers, as well as Percy Strothers & Milwaukee Slim."
"RJ Mischo scoops up everyday life and personal experiences and funnels them through his harp and vocals, and what pours out is the hot-blooded passion, the playful humor and high voltage energy of the blues."
Bring the family! This promises to be a great show, with great blues... at a great, new and intimate venue!
Details
Showtime: 6:30pm
Tickets: $5 (limited seating... get your tickets now before they sell out!)
For More Information call: 479-204-4773
RJ Mischo - "You Messed Up"
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Other Local Blues Challenges
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BLUES BAND COMPETITION during THE
2014 BIKES BLUES & BBQ
New this year at Bikes, Blues & BBQ. A Blues Band Competition will take place on Friday, September 26, 2014 on Main Stage from 10am to 2pm in Downtown Fayetteville Arkansas.
The Winning Band will receives $400 and a Paid Performance at the 2015 BBBQ Festival.
Deadline for Band Entries is August 20, 2014
To enter or to get additional details, contact Liz Lottmann at 479-531-3659 or send an email to: BluesBandCompetition@gmail.com
ARKANSAS RIVER BLUES SOCIETY PRESENTS
A 2014 BLUES CHALLENGE IN LITTLE ROCK
This Blues Challenge is a competition sponsored by the Arkansas River Blues Society in affiliation with the International Blues Challenge presented annually by the Blues Foundation in Memphis.
There are two categories in this competition... SOLO/DUO and BAND. Winners in each category advance to the International Blues Challenge in Memphis.
The Blues Challenge will take place on Sunday September 14 at Thirst N Howl 14710 Cantrell Road Little Rock, AR
DEADLINE FOR ENTRY: SEPTEMBER 7, 2014
FOR ENTRY FORM CONTACT: WIGHTMAN HARRIS, PRESIDENT - Wightman.harris@gmail.com 501-353-7341
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Eureka Springs Auditorium Hosts Robert Cray and Steve Pryor
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On August 30, the Auditorium in Eureka Springs will host five time Grammy Award Winner Robert Cray with the Steve Pryor Band for a great evening of blues.
 The Robert Cray Band - "Deep in My Soul"
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Music Calendar
08/15 - 08/23
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8.15
- Trout Fishing in America and the Odds at George's Happy Hour in Fayetteville
- Anthony Ball Jazz Group at Fresco Cafe in Fayetteville
- Alex Lewis at the Greenhouse Grille in Fayetteville
- Leah & the Mojo Doctors at Jose's in Springdale
- The Jeff Horton Band at the Benton County Summer Music Series at the Pig Trail Harley Davidson Dealership in Rogers
- KN3 at the Bayou in Rogers
- Boston, Oreo Blue at the Walmart Amp in Rogers
- Jazz at Eleven Restaurant in Bentonville
8.16
- Matt Smith Trio at Fresco Cafe in Fayetteville
- Another Fine Mess at Jose's in Fayetteville
- Jed Clampit at Foghorn's in Fayetteville
- Milburn at Jose's in Springdale
- KN3 at JJ's Grill & Chill in Rogers
- RJ Mischo at the "Play it Forward" Music Series in the Walmart World Room at the Walmart Museum in Downtown Bentonville - 6:30pm
- Whiskey Grin at the Rowdy Beaver in Eureka Springs
8.17
- Claudia Burson at Copeland's 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
8.18
8.19
- The longest running Blues Jam in Northwest Arkansas featuring the Larrys at the Bayou in Rogers
- Mo Brothers at JJ's Grill & Chill in Rogers
- Joe Giles and the Homewreckers at Jose's in Springdale
8.20
- Russ Hutchison at JJ's Grill & Chill inFayetteville
- Richard Burnett and friends at Mojo's Pints & Pies in Fayetteville
8.21
- Dead Irish Blues at Mojo's Pints & Pies in Fayetteville
8.22
- Full House, Joe Giles and the Homewreckers, Andy Frasco at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Keith Nicholson at Kingfish Dive Bar in Fayetteville
- Anthony Ball Jazz Group at Fresco Cafe in Fayetteville
- Block Street Hot Club at the Greenhouse Grille in Fayetteville
- Amanda Rey and the West Street Blues Band at the Benton County Summer Music Series at the Pig Trail Harley Davidson Dealership in Rogers
- Trick Bag at the Bayou in Rogers
- Jazz at Eleven Restaurant in Bentonville
- Michael Tisdale at the Cathouse Lounge in Eureka Springs
8.23
- Strange Deranger at the Smoke & Barrel Tavern in Fayetteville
- Candy Lee Trio at Fresco Cafe in Fayetteville
- Russ Hutchison at JJ's Grill & Chill in Prairie Grove
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In this issue: 08/15/2014
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For Labor Day weekend, August 27-31, The Hot Springs Blues Festival! This year the lineup will include: The Blues in the Schools Band, Mr Sip, Barbara Blue, Tim Williams, JP Soars and the Red Hots, the Ghost Town Blues Band, Larry Garner, Brick Fields and the Chosen Ones, Steve Hester, Deja Voodoo and more. For details and tickets, click HERE
Another Labor Day Weekend Festival - The Dusk Til Dawn Blues Festival will take place in Rentiesville, OK on Friday, Saturday and Sunday August 29 - 31. The Festival will take place on 3 stages and will feature 34 bands. For details, click HERE
The Fayetteville Roots Festival, a music and food festival showcasing Fayetteville in it's Natural State returns on August 28-31. For details and tickets, click HERE
Bikes, Blues & BBQ returns to Fayetteville on September 24 - 27 for the 15th year! Great blues acts this year include: Chubby Carrier, Samantha Fish, Buster Brody, Steve Pryor, Oreo Blue, The Nace Brothers, The Cate Brothers, Leah & the Mojo Doctors and many more. Detais... HERE
On September 20, The Hound Dog Blues Festival will take place at Chandler Park in Tulsa. Featured this year: Moreland & Arbuckle, Mr. Sipp Andy Frrasco, Kris Lager Band, Jason Elmore and more. DETAILS
The 29th Annual King Biscuit Blues Festival returns to Helena, Arkansas on October 8 -11. The lineup this year includes, Guitar Shorty, Sonny Landreth, Roy Rogers, Paul Thorn, Delbert McClinton, Bobby Rush, James Cotton and many more. Details... HERE
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On this Day in Blues History
August 15
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Jimmy Rogers – Luedella
T-Bone Walker – Alimony Blues
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“No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world.”
Robin Williams (Dead Poet's Society)
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Support Your Blues Society
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Get involved with the Ozark Blues Society!
Your OBS Membership costs only $15.00 and gives you so much for your money, including meeting new friends while enjoying the best blues artists in the area.
You will also receive weekly updates about local blues venues, discounted tickets and popular merchandise.
We always welcome volunteers who want to help with our events and promotions so we are looking for YOU!
Thanks for your interest in our Ozark Blues Society.
JOIN OR RENEW TODAY!... Click HERE
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