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 And the winner is....
On Wednesday night amid the lightning flashing, thunder clapping and trains rumbling down the tracks beside George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville Ozark Blues Society welcomed an enthusiastic crowd who came to cheer on one of the ten acts taking the stage for our 2016 Blues Challenge. The event functions as a preliminary round
for bands seeking to be sponsored
by a Blues Foundation Affiliate in order to compete in the 2017 International Blues Challenge in Memphis in January. This year we had a full roster of amazing local
and regional bands. Read on
below for the low-down on who
won the competition! 

Most outdoor music has wrapped
up but this week's calendar is still
full of live music opportunities. Remember to send any ideas or comments to me anytime at:
~Sandy McCann
Blues Challenge Winners!
Everyone who attended our Blues Challenge this past Wednesday night was amazed at the level of talent that took the stage. First the solo/duo acts, then band after band of high quality blues! As always the night ends with the announcement of the acts (one from each category) that will move forward to the quarter-finals of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. This year our acts came not only from here in Northwest Arkansas, but many from the OK/MO/KS region as well.  Our winners represent that mix.  Moving forward to Memphis in the solo/duo category is a group from Hot Springs, Arkansas...
Jackie B and Me


 
Moving forward in the band category is a band from Missouri, the...
Sister Lucille Band


To learn more about our winners go to
FINAL DAY FOR SUBMISSION!
Best Self Produced CD Competition
Each year in conjunction with the International Blues Challenge, the Blues Foundation allows affiliates such as Ozark Blues Society to submit one CD to the Best Self Produced CD Competition.  Most years we have been contacted by bands wishing to have us consider their CD, but this year the field remains open. Therefore we are offering one last chance for musicians to be considered for the 2017 competition.
Today if the deadline for submission. Local bands still wishing to deliver CD's TODAY must contact Sandy McCann at smccann7@sbcglobal.net  to make arrangement. We must have 5 copies of your CD.
 
We must RECEIVE your CDs no later than October 21, 2016!


The complete rules for the competition can be found HERE: http://www.blues.org/international-blues-challenge/self-produced-cd-official-rules/ The CD must have been released during November 1, 2015 – October 31, 2016 time frame.
 
Judges will evaluate the following points. The criteria are in order of importance.
(1) Blues Content (is this a Blues Music recording)
(2) Musical Performance (Musicianship)
(3) Audio Quality of the Presentation (Production Values, Levels)
(4) Cover Art and Design (Professional Packaging, Ready for the rack at your favorite music outlet?)
(5) Credits and Liner Information. (Informative, Professional)
Music Calendar 
10/21-10/29
10.21
  • Leah and the Mojo Doctors and Charliehorse for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
  • The Odds at JJ's on Dickson in Fayetteville
  • Honeyjack at Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
  • Ion Jazz Duo at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
  • Emily Nance at Bike Rack Brewing in Bentonville
  • Darren Ray at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
  • Gary Hutchison Band at JJ's Grill and Chill in Forth Smith
  • Matt Smith and Ocie Fisher at Chelsea's Cafe in Eureka Springs
10.22

  • Brick Fields at Tontitown Winery in Tontitown
  • John Dooly at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
  • Keith Nicholson at JJ's Grill and Chill in Bella Vista
  • Eric Matthew Band at Warren's Rec Room in Alma
10.23

  • Claudia Burson Trio at Copelands Famous New Orleans Restaurant in Rogers
  • Jimmy Garrett at The Rowdy Beaver in Eureka Springs
10.25

  • Candy Lee and Melody Pond at Bike Rack Brewing in Bentonville
10.26
  • Brick Fields Blues Therapy at Bears Place in Fayetteville
  • Dave Tessier for Wine Down Wednesday at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
10.27
  • Richard Burnett at Bentonville Brewing Company in Bentonville
10.28
  • Nace Brothers and Mary Heather and the Sinners for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
  • Jim Mills Band at JJ's Grill and Chill on Dickson in Fayetteville
  • The Odds at JJ's Grill and Chill in Rogers
  • Matt Knoble at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
  • Tightrope at Rowdy Beaver in Eureka Springs
10.29

  • TNO Monsters Ball at Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
  • Keith Nicholson at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
  • Silvershakers at Chelsea's i eureka Springs
  • Tightrope and Blew Reed and the Flatheads at Rowdy Beaver in Eureka Springs
  • Chris Cameron Trio at The Founders Room in Alma
 Mark Your Calendar
  • 10/30 Terry Cagle Benefit at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
  • 11/12 Nathan Stanley at The Founders Room in Alma
  • 11/18 Lee DeWyze at The Founders Room in Alma
In this issue:  10/20/2016
 And the winner is....
Blues Challenge Winners!
FINAL DAY FOR SUBMISSION!Best Self Produced CD Competition
Music Calendar 10/21-10/29
On this day in Blues History October 21
This Week's Quote
Blues Education Supporters
Check Out these regular local radio programs
Get Involved with the Ozark Blues Society

Links You Can Use

On this day
in Blues History
 October 21

 
Today’s show features music performed by T-Bone Walker and Steve Cropper
 
Read more at: http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/s/sonnyterry211910.html
You have to open your mind. I like the ability to express myself in a deep way. It's the closest music to our humanity - it's like a folk music that rises up out of a culture.
Read more at: http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/s/sonnyterry211910.html
 Listen

 
This Week's Quote
 
"I think if it wasn't for the blues, there wouldn't be no jazz."
 
T-Bone Walker

Blues Education Supporters
Thanks to the following for their support of blues education.


Check Out these regular local radio programs
 
 


 
"The Generic Blues Show" hosted by Paul Kelso airs every Friday night at 9pm on KUAF 91.3FM
 
 


 
Rockin' Hog Radio presents "Sunday Morning Blues" from 8am to 10am every Sunday
LINK
 
Get Involved with the Ozark Blues Society
 


Annual membership levels begin at $15 and give you so much in return, including meeting new friends while enjoying the best blues artists in the area.  
 
By being a member of The Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas, you are helping to support the Arts and to preserve the Original American Art Form known as The Blues.
 
Membership Benefits Include:
 
Weekly E-newsletter
 
Opportunities to win tickets to events
 
VIP seating at events (when available)
 
Discounts on OBS merchandise
 
Social networking – meeting other people who also love the blues
 
Opportunities to volunteer on OBS committees and at events
 
Ability to attend board meetings and vote on upcoming organizational issues and elections
 
Visit our Website to renew or join! Ozarkbluessociety.org
 
 


 


 
Links You
Can Use
 
Arkansas Music Pavillion
 
Arkansas Music Works
 
American Blues News
 
The Blues Foundation
 
Blues For A Cause
 
Blues Festivals Guide
 
Blues Guitar News
 
Crystal Bridges
 
Downtown Bentonville
 
Eureka Springs Blues Weekend
 
Free Weekly
 
George’s Majestic Lounge
 
Guitar Center
 
J L Sound & Lighting Productions
 
National Blues Museum
 
North AR Jazz Society
 
NWA Tunedin
 
Rockin' Hog Radio
 
Sherry L Speer Photography
 
The Founders Room
 
The Walmart Museum
 
Tom Mowry Photography
 
http://www.songwritingcompetition.com./
 


 
 

Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas  |  P O Box 2004  |  Bentonville, AR 72712  | 

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