THE CHALLENGE IS ON!
10 BLUES ACTS TO COMPETE!
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.
Come on out to support your favorite act!
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.
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Other Local Blues Challenges
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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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September Blues Events
in Bentonville
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Downtown Bentonville Inc., host a Backstage music and culinary event at Tusk & Trotter featuring a special menu and performance by blues recording artist Steve Howell on Saturday, September 27th.
Steve Howell - St James Infirmary
Also on September 27th...
Get a taste of Memphis blues with Mark Stuart as he performs humble, humorous, and heartbreaking songs from his debut album.
Saturday. September 27th , at 6:30 pm in the Walmart World Room at The Walmart Museum. Tickets are $5 with proceeds benefiting the Ozark Blues Society. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets can be purchased in advance. TICKETS
Mark Stuart - Remote Control
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Music Calendar
08/22 - 08/31
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8.22
- Full House, Joe Giles and the Homewreckers, Andy Frasco, Kris Lager Band 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
- Blew Reed and the Flatheads at Tony C's in Rogers
- Ultrasuede at Orchards Park Summer Concert Series in Bentonville
- Jazz at Eleven Restaurant in Bentonville
- Michael Tisdale at the Cathouse Lounge in Eureka Springs
8.23
- Andy Frasco with Dirtfoot at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Strange Deranger at the Smoke & Barrel Tavern in Fayetteville
- Keith Nicholson at Kingfish Dive Bar in Fayetteville
- Candy Lee Trio at Fresco Cafe in Fayetteville
- Russ Hutchison at JJ's Grill & Chill in Prairie Grove
8.24
- 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
- Dawn Cate and the BKP Rhythm Kings at Jose's in Springdale
8.25
8.26
- The longest running Blues Jam in Northwest Arkansas featuring the Larrys at the Bayou in Rogers
- Jed Clampit at Pesto Cafe in Fayetteville
8.27
- Richard Burnett and friends at Mojo's Pints & Pies in Fayetteville
- TJ Scarlett at JJ's Grill & Chill in Fayetteville
8.28
- Dead Irish Blues at Mojo's Pints & Pies in Fayetteville
- Hot Springs Blues Festival
- Fayetteville Roots Festival
8.29
- Isayah's Allstars at mojo Pints & Pies in Fayetteville
- Anthony Ball Jazz Group at Fresco Cafe in Fayetteville
- Brick Fields and the Chosen Ones at the Benton County Summer Music Series at the Pig Trail Harley Davidson Dealership in Rogers
- Jazz at Eleven Restaurant in Bentonville
- JP Soars and the Red Hots at Warrens Rec Room in Alma
- Gary Hutchison at Beef O'Brady's in Ft Smith
- Hot Springs Blues Festival
- Fayetteville Roots Festival
- Dusk Til Dawn Blues Festival
8.30
- Strange Deranger at the Smoke & Barrel Tavern in Fayetteville
- Mathew Mozzoni Jazz at Fresco Cafe in Fayetteville
- Gary Hutchison at Jose's in Fayetteville
- The Tritones at the Walmart Museum's Play it Forward Concert Series in Bentonville
- Robert Cray, Steve Pryor Bands at the Aud in Eureka Springs
- Hot Springs Blues Festival
- Fayetteville Roots Festival
- Dusk Til Dawn Blues Festival
8.31
- Hot Springs Blues Festival
- Fayetteville Roots Festival
- Dusk Til Dawn Blues Festival
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In this issue: 08/22/2014
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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 22
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Little Richard – The Girl Can’t Help It
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“I dabbled in things like Howlin' Wolf, Cream and Led Zeppelin, but when I heard Son House and Robert Johnson, it blew my mind. It was something I'd been missing my whole life. That music made me discard everything else and just get down to the soul and honesty of the blues."
Jack White
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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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