The local blues events last weekend were sure a mix of fun and memories. Unfortunately I was out of town and wasn't able to join you all.
I saw some wonderful comments about Cal
and Cherry's Memorial and I trust the Eureka Springs Blues Weekend was a rockin' good time as it always is! This coming weekend is the Fort Smith Riverfront Blues Festival. Read on below for information. Also this week we continue to feature information in the newsletter for musicians looking for a chance to compete. Check out the dates and information below.
And 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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THIS WEEKEND!
Fort Smith
Riverfront Blues Festival
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We at the Riverfront Blues Festival wish to extend an invitation to our fellow Blues fans to attend our festival which will be held June 23 and 24, 2017, at the Harry E. Kelley Park, located near downtown Fort Smith. Our headliner for Saturday is Kenny Neal, fresh from his BMA wins of Contemporary Male Blues Artist and Contemporary Blues Album. Friday night will be headlined by the Cate Brothers. Both headliners will take the stage around 9:00. Please come to see our festival, and introduce yourselves to our board members, who will be at various stations around the park.
Bob Marsh 2017 President
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UPDATE
2017
Ozark Blues Society
Blues Challenge
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Update
Registration will open August 27, 2017. Watch this newsletter for more information
We have a date!
The 2017 Ozark Blues Society
Blues Challenge will be held on Friday, October 27, 2017 at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville. This regional competition is designed to be a preliminary round for bands and solo/duo artists wishing to compete in the 2018 International Blues Challenge held in Memphis in January by the Blues Foundation. The regional competitions are held by blues societies affiliated with the foundation and are open to all blues acts within a 250 mile radius of each affiliate. So mark your calendars and watch this newsletter for updates. Also please visit our website for more information: www.ozarkbluessociety.org |
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2017 International Songwriting Competition
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Once again Ozark Blues Society has been invited to partner with the International Song Writing Competiton in promoting their latest contest. The ISC will announce their complete list of 2017 judges soon but already have a large number of exciting list of premier artists and industry professionals.
They shared the following with OBS.
"Now in its 17th year, ISC is one of the largest and most respected songwriting competitions in the world. Prizes include over $150,000 in cash and merchandise, including a $25,000 cash to the Grand Prize winner. Past winners include: Vance Joy; Gotye; Bastille; The Band Perry; Kimbra; Passenger; Kasey Chambers; Passenger; Lindsey Stirling; Kate Miller-Heidke; Gregory Porter; King Charles; Gin Wigmore; Andrew Bird; Tommy Castro; For King & Country; Omar Sosa; and more."
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Music Calendar
6/23- 7/01
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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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6.23
- Leah and the Mojo Doctors and Joe Giles for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Jesse Dean at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Jane Monheit at the Starr Theater/WAC in Fayetteville
- The Old Fashioned at JJ's Grill and Chill in Fayetteville
- Steve Dimmit at Foghorn's in Springdale
- Riverfront Blues Festival in Fort Smith
6.24
- Jimmy Wayne Garrett at Black Apple Crossing in Springdale
- Steve Dimmitt at JJ's Grill and Chill in Rogers
- Elle King at the AMP in Rogers
- Photosphere at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
- Blew Reed at the Cathouse in Eureka Springs
- Riverfront Blues Festival in Fort Smith
- Robert Tepper and Chris Cameron at Founders Room in Alma
6.25
- Richard Burnett at Terra Studios in Fayetteville
6.27
- Motown the Musical at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville
6.28
- Brick Fields Blues Therapy at Bears Place in Fayetteville
- Isayah's Allstars at Mojo's Pints and Pies in Fayetteville
- Motown the Musical at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville
6.29
- Motown the Musical at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville
- Rozenbridge for Notes at Night at Eleven/Crystal Bridges in Bentonville
6.30
- Earl and Them and Brad James Band for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Motown the Musical at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville
- Left of Center at Jose's in Tontitown
- StrapJacket at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
7.01
- Steve Dimmitt at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Motown the Musical at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville
- The Wrong Men with Hollywood Riot at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
Mark Your Calendar
- 7/15 Chris Barrick Group at The Founders Room in Alma
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On this day
in Blues History
June 23
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Today’s show features music performed by Lena Horne
and Frankie
“Half Pint” Jaxon
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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"You have to be taught to be second class; you're not born that way."
Lena Horne
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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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