If you are a follower of our Facebook page you hopefully read my apology. If you missed it I will share it here as well.
"Dear friends and followers of Ozark Blues Society and our Blues News You Can Use e-news....I would like to step forward as the writer of the newsletter and apologize for my thoughtless use of the phrase "Flood of News" in last week's opening piece. Of course no one knew that hurricane Harvey would become so destructive and cause so much suffering due to flooding. In retrospect, however, I feel I should not have used that phrase as a attention-grabber. Please Know that all of us at Ozark Blues Society send many thoughts and blessings toward everyone affected by Hurricane Harvey. ~Sandy"
I want to thank everyone for their support. All week I felt badly about my play on words even though I certainly
meant no harm.
For this week's newsletter we are chock full of contest information. If you are an artist looking for a place to take on the challenge of competing, or know an artist who might benefit from one of the options below, please take the link in each article to gather even more information.
Remember, information for both the Blues Challenge and the Best Self-produced CD competition can be found on our website ozarkbluessociety.org
Before you finish, don't forget to keep up on great music events by way of our weekly calendar below. As always you can always drop me a note and let me know of upcoming shows and events as well as ideas of what you would like to see in this Newsletter.
Email me anytime at:
~Sandy McCann
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Submit NOW!
International Blues Challenge
Best Self-Produced CD Competition
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Ozark Blues Society would like to announce the opening of submissions for this year's Best Self-Produced CD competition. Deadline for OBS to receive your entry in October 7, 2017. Winner of our regional competition will be announced at our Blues Challenge. The winning artist will be awarded a $25 cash prize by OBS and their CD will be submitted to the Blues Foundation's 2018 BSPCD competition. Please read on for more information and...
Visit our website
for complete rules and entry information.
In 2005, The Blues Foundation established an award for the Best Self-Produced CD, given out at the International Blues Challenge, as part of their mission to celebrate blues recording and to ensure the future of this uniquely American art form. Unlike their celebration of blues recordings and performances at the Blues Music Awards, or their recognition of up-and-coming musician performance via The International Blues Challenge, this award
was created to recognize excellence in
independent Blues recordings.
Basic Rules:
This competition requires entry through a Blues Foundation Affiliate who may submit only one entry. Participation in the International Blues Challenge is not required. Qualifying CDs must have been released between November 1, 2016 and October 31, 2017 and may not include compilations (please note earlier submission date for OBS.) A performer who has previously been nominated or a CD or a label that has been previously nominated for a Blues Music Award (formerly the W.C. Handy Blues Award) shall not be eligible for this competition.
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OBS Board of Directors Seeks New Members
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The Ozark Blues Society Board of Directors would like to announce an opportunity for local blues supporters to take it to the next level. The society has open board seats and we are looking for one or more new members. Meetings are held monthly in Springdale. Please email bbaird07@sbcglobal.net
for additional information.
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Registration is NOW OPEN
2017
Ozark Blues Society
Blues Challenge
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This regional competition is run under the umbrella of our affiliate status with the Blues Foundation. OBS uses the same format and scoring used at the International Blues Challenge held in Memphis in January. If you are a blues band or a solo or duo blues act living within 250 miles of Bentonville Arkansas and would like to compete in the IBC in January, this regional contest is a first step to make that happen. Only winners from the various regional competitions may go on to the semi-finals in Memphis.
Read on below or visit our website for all the information
The 2017 Ozark Blues Society
Blues Challenge will be held on Friday, October 27, 2017 at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville, Arkansas. This regional competition is designed to be a preliminary round for bands and solo/duo artists wishing to compete in the January 2018 International Blues Challenge held in Memphis 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.
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International Songwriting Competition
Deadline Approaching
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#ISC2017 Sept 20th Regular Deadline is quickly approaching. Enter your songs to participate in over $150,000 in cash and prizes, and the opportunity to be heard by top recording artists and industry execs.  2017 Judges include John Mayall, Walter Trout, Joe Louis Walker, Tony Joe White, Tom Waits, Bruce Iglauer (President, Alligator Records), and many more.
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Ready to Take it to the Next Level?
Blues Music Awards Submission Process
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This month's edition of the Blues Foundation's E-News included a reminder about the ongoing BMA submission process for recorded music. This contest is a level beyond the Best Self-Produced CD competition, however it also is open to all artists. Interested?
Read on for the official Blues Foundation information:
All Blues Musicians are invited to submit their recording(s) for consideration for a 2018 Blues Music Award. Music released between November 1, 2016 and October 31, 2017 is eligible.
Please choose the “Share with Nominators” option when you submit via our online service. You will be required to send 100 copies of your CD to The Blues Foundation and you will be charged a submission fee for this service, based upon when you complete this portion of the submission process:
- August 1, 2017 – August 31, 2017 - $155 per submission
- September 1, 2017 – September 30, 2017 - $180 per submission
- October 1, 2017 – October 24, 2017 - $225 per submission
The submission process officially closes on October 24, 2017. You do not have to have your CDs already manufactured in order to fill out a submission form to submit your music. However, music must arrive in The Blues Foundation offices within two weeks of submission or of album release, whichever comes first, but no later than October 24, 2017. Music which does not arrive within the appropriate time deadlines, may be subject to increased registration fees.
Should you choose not to provide copies of your CDs you may still submit your release via our online service at no charge. Your music will be included in the submission master log but will NOT be directly shared with our nominators.
** We cannot confirm that our nominators will listen to your music if you choose this option.
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Just In!
Clorox Offers Sponsorship
for Blues Challenge
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On behalf of Ozark Blues Society
I would like to thank Clorox Corporation for sponsoring our "Blues Challenge " .
Your generous support makes it possible for our organization to accomplish our mission and "Keep Blues Alive" in NW Arkansas!
Bill Baird
President
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Music Calendar
9/01- 9/09
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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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9.01
- Jesse Dean and Co. for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Dr NOLA and the Soul Shakers at Levi's Gastrolounge in Rogers
- Brad Paisley/Dustin Lynch/Chase Bryant/Lindsay Ell at the AMP in Rogers
9.02
- Dr NOLA and the Soul Shakers at JJ's Grill and Chill on Dickson in Fayetteville
- Restless Native with Jack Hill at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Emily Rowland at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
- Darren Ray at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Buddy Shute and Mark Bokun at Low Gap Cafe in Ponca
9.05
- UA Jazz Jam with Jake Hertzog Trio at Stage 18 in Fayetteville
9.06
- Brick Fields Blues Therapy at Bear's Place in Fayetteville
9.07
- Keith Nicholson for Notes at Night at Core Public House in Bentonville
- Roger Thomas at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
9.08
- Full House for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Keith Nicholson at Kingfish Bar in Fayetteville
- J R Neal at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Sugar Creek at JJ's Grill and Chill in Bella Vista
- Jeff Horton Band at Legends in Jane Missouri
9.09
- Jeff Horton Band at Red Door in Tontitown
- Frett's Folly at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
Mark Your Calendar
- 9/16 X Eye Blind at the Founder's Room in Alma
- 9/19 Taj Mahal and Keb Mo' at the WAC in Fayetteville
- 9/23 Rev Jimmie Bratcher at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- 9/23 Laurence Juber at Sunrise Stage in Fayetteville
- 10/27 Ozark Blues Society Blues Challenge at Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
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On this day
in Blues History
September 1
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Today’s show features music performed by Louis Armstrong and Rufus Thomas
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"Seems to me it ain't the world that's so bad but what we're doing to it, and all I'm saying is: see what a wonderful world it would be if only we'd give it a chance. Love, baby - love. That's the secret."
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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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