I'm not sure what you have seen or heard, but from my perspective the excitement that builds in the area for Bikes, Blues, and BBQ is infectious! My youngest and I were on Dickson for a couple hours Thursday evening and the food...the music...the bikes! It was all awesome! With Friday and Saturday music lineups still on the horizon, you might want to check out the music schedule HERE
Other than an article about a neat new blues event in Branson this weekend, this week's newsletter may feel a bit repetitive. It's pretty much a final countdown to get signed up or submit your work for each of the various competitions we are highlighting so still very important. Don't forget to pass on the news to those you know who might be interested. There are links below for each competition and information can always be found on our website ozarkbluessociety.org
And of course, don't forget to keep up
on great local and regional 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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BRANSON LANDING’S BLUES, BREWS & BARBEQUE FESTIVAL!
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Heading to Branson this weekend?
Check this out!
 When joined together, Blues, Brews and Barbeque, harmoniously result in the perfect masterpiece and many are working together in the Live Music Capital of Branson to make this an annual event at Branson Landing to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of the Ozarks.
The local community and visitors are invited to join us for a full day of live music from some of the greatest blues bands around and experience a wide-array of barbeque and refreshment options, all conveniently located in Branson Landing’s Town Square area. In addition, there will be Children’s Activities, a Bounce House, Blues School Classes by Dylan Whitney, Ice-Cream Floats, Face Painting, Raffles and more.
BLUES, BREWS & BARBEQUE
CONCERT LINEUP
SEPT 23 NOON SISTER LUCILLE BAND
SEPT 23 2:00 PM DYLAN WHITNEY BAND
SEPT 23 4:00 PM PAPA GREEN SHOES BAND
SEPT 23 6:00 PM THE BEL AIRS BAND
SEPT 23 8:00 PM THE NORMAN JACKSON BAND
This event is brought to you by Branson Landing, Budweiser, Hiltons of Branson, Tri-Lakes Ford and Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr. Pepper Bottling Company, to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of the Ozarks. To learn more about the Boys & Girls Club of the Ozarks, please visit: https://www.bgcozarks.org/
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What? Where? When? Who?
Next Jam: September 28
It's the Open Mic Blues Jam hosted by the Jeff Horton Band at Legend's Restaurant, Bar, and Nightlife in Jane, Missouri! Located just 4 miles over the Arkansas/Missouri state line, Legend's offers a full bar and excellent food.
The jam is held every other Thursday from 7:30pm-10:30pm, with drums and bass amp provided. A sign up board is on stage for those that want to sign up to jam. Jammers are called up in the order they sign up. In addition jammers get Happy Hour prices throughout the jam! It's all about the BLUES at our jam, it is our goal to keep the Blues alive in this area and to bring local Blues musicians together and build a family! We hope to see you at the jam! ….and don’t forget to look for some of the OBS Board Members there supporting the event. They will also have a table with some of the new OBS merchandise. Stop by and introduce yourself!
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Two More Weeks To Submit!
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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Registration Continues
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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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. 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.
Link to Registration: Blues Music Award Submission
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Music Calendar
9/22- 9/30
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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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9.22
- Bikes Blues and BBQ (includes Happy Hour at George's Majestic) in Fayetteville
- Charliehorse at Kingfish in Fayetteville
- Buddy Shute and the Motivators at Bears Place in Fayetteville
- The Old Fashioned at Mojo's Pints and Pies in Fayetteville
- Rozenbridge at Two25 Wine Gallery in Bentonville
- Weatherfolk at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
- Randy Soller at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Brickfields at Chelsea's in Eureka Springs
9.23
- Bikes Blues and BBQ (including Divas Of Fire on main stage) in Fayetteville
- Brickfields Blues Therapy at Bear's Place in Fayetteville
- Jimmy Wayne Garrett and the Liberty Bell Rhythm Band at Mojo's Pints and Pies in Fayetteville
- Rev. Jimmie Bratcher at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Darren Ray at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Tony Alvarez at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
- Blue Muse at Two25 Wine Gallery in Bentonville
- Blues, Brews, and BBQ at Branson Landing in Branson
9.24
- Steve Dimmitt and the Overworked and Underpaid at Powerhouse in Fayetteville
- The Baskins at Terra Studio in Fayetteville
- Brickfields for Blues in the Grass Picnic at St Theodore Episcopal Church in Bella Vista
9.26
- Jake Hertzog Trio at UA Stella Boyles Concert Hall in Fayetteville
- Keith Nicholson at JJ's grill and Chill in Bella Vista
- Richard Burnett at JJ's Grill and Chill in Fort Smith
9.27
- Brickfields Blues Therapy at Bear's Place in Fayetteville
- Isayah's Allstars at Mojo's Pints and Pies in Fayetteville
- Broadway Sing-a-long at Two25 Wine Gallery in Bentonville
9.28
- KISS at the AMP in Rogers
9.29
- Bel Airs for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- The Wedding Polarity at Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Jon Dooly at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
9.30
- Beth and Dave Tessier at Two25 Wine Gallery in Bentonville
Mark Your Calendar
- 10/27 Ozark Blues Society Blues Challenge at Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- 10/28 Eli Cook at Founders Room in Alma
- 11/7 Dana Cooper at Sunrise Stage in Fayetteville
- 12/7 Trout Fishing in America at Sunrise Stage in Fayetteville
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On this day
in Blues History
September 22
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Today’s show features music performed
by Little Milton and
Hash Brown
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"I did learn that it was the greatest thing in the world to respect yourself. Respect other people."
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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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