I suppose we each have ways to gauge what to us feels like the start to summer. For some, it's the weather, for others the kickoff is based on the first taste of "extra time" offered by the Memorial Day Weekend. For lovers of live music it is likely achieving consistent weather so that patio season can be counted on for a regular getaway. Whatever your personal definition, we at OBS hope you will take a moment to honor those who served. Beyond that, have fun and be safe!
Remeber we are less than a month away from the the Eureka Springs Blues Weekend benefiting Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge! Be sure and check out
the article below for information on the lineup and ticketing.
As always you can drop me a note and let me know what you want to see in this Newsletter. So, hit me up!
Email me anytime at:
~Sandy McCann
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Nighthawks Concert Was
A Winner!
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 As sunset beamed over Sunrise Guitar's new Sunrise Stage, Allison Padavan (one of our two OBS members who won tickets to the Nighthawks concert) joined those arriving for the concert.  Allison shared her appreciation with us later, "What a wonderful show! Sunrise Stage is a perfect venue and the crowd couldn't have been more enthusiastic. The Nighthawks also commented how 'warm and welcoming' Fayetteville has been.
Thank you once again for the tickets!"
 OBS wants to once more thank Sunrise Guitars in Fayetteville for helping us to enhance our membership benefits through their partnership.
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Eureka Springs
Blues Weekend
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 The annual Eureka Springs Blues Weekend will be June 15 – 18, 2017, and is a fundraiser for the Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, along with several other area charities. The Ozark Blues Society greatly appreciates our partnership with ESBW. The Band
and Solo/Duo winners of our annual
Blues Challenge receive a coveted slot
on the festival’s Main Stage as part of their prize packages.
find out when The Sister Lucille Band and Jackie B & Me will be performing.
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Music Calendar
5/26- 6/03
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Please enjoy the following listings comprised of bands, venues, and/or organizations supportive of Ozark Blues Society. Always check with individual venues for event details and schedule changes.
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5.26
- Bel Airs and Charliehorse for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Vince Turner at Core Public House in Fayetteville
- The Old Fashioned at Mojo's Pints and Pies in Fayetteville
- Joe Giles and the Home Wreckers at JJ's Grill and Chill in Fayetteville
- Jesse Dean at Core Public House in Springdale
- 3 Speed Chicken at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Tony Alzarez at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Rozenbridge at Two25 Wine Gallery in Bentonville
5.27
- Loose Change at Foghorns (15th Street) in Fayetteville
- Tony Alvarez at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
- Tom Bryan at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Melody Pond at Core Public House in in Bentonville
- School of Rock Show #2 at Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Brick Fields with Matt Smith and Ocie Fisher at Chelsea's in Eureka Springs
- Victor Wainwright at Warren's Rec Room in Alma
5.30
- Richard Burnett at JJ's Grill and Chill in Fayetteville
5.31
- Brick Fields Blues Therapy at Bears Place in Fayetteville
- Isayah's Allstars at Mojo's Pints and Pies in Fayetteville
6.01
- Take Cover at Two25 Wine Gallery in Bentonville
6.02
- Divas on Fire and Brave Soul for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Darren Ray at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Kyle Nachtigal at Two25 Wine Gallery in Bentonville
- Squearl Jam at Blu Fish House in Bentonville
- Downhill Fast at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
6.03
- Route 358 at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
- T. J. Scarlett at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Jim Mills at JJ's Grill and Chill in Bella Vista
- Jeff Horton Band at Legends Saloon in Eureka Springs
Mark Your Calendar
- 6/15- 6/18 Eureka Springs Blues Weekend
- 6/24 Robert Tepper and Chris Cameron at Founders Room in Alma
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On this day
in Blues History
May 26
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Today’s show features music performed by Bessie Smith, the Memphis Jug Band, and Ray Charles
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
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"I need a little sugar in my bowl and a little hot dog in my roll."
Bessie Smith
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Blues Education Supporters
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Thanks to the following for their support of blues education.
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Check Out these regular local radio programs
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"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
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Get Involved with the Ozark Blues Society
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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
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