Be warned....I am going to talk about the Blues Challenge....again! Honestly, if you have never made the trip to the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, you might indeed have difficulty understanding the hype. Suffice to say winning our local challenge and being sent to IBC IS a big deal for blues artists wanting to take their career up a notch. Registration has closed and we have a compact, yet exciting lineup of some of the region's finest acts. Why not come out Friday, October 26th and check out the artists competing to represent Northwest Arkansas and YOU! Photos and Bios for each act are now posted at www.ozarkbluessociety.org
or come buy them at the door!
Got newsletter feedback or suggestions? As always,you can email me anytime at the address below. We LOVE our readers and want to see
your ideas included!
~Sandy McCann
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Don't Miss THIS!
Ozark Blues Society Blues Challenge
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2018 International Songwriting Competition
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The 2018 International Songwriting Competition’s deadline is right around the corner on Nov 5th so enter now. ISC is looking for a great songwriters with great songs that need to be heard. There are 23 categories to enter, including Blues. Winners share in over $150,000 in cash and prizes, recognition, and exposure! Judges include Walter Trout, John Mayall, Joe Louis Walker, and Bruce Iglauer (President, Alligator Records). Past winners include Tommy Castro, Thornetta Davis, Fantastic Negrito, and more.
Be sure to check out the International Songwriting Competition website for all the details on the 2018 contest:
71 winners will share in over $150,000 worth of cash and prizes! In addition to cash and merchandise prizes, winners benefit from a multilateral promotional campaign designed to give international exposure and attention to their songwriting achievements. Join the ranks of previous winners: Tommy Castro, Thornetta Davis, Illenium, Vance Joy, Gotye, Bastille, Kehlani, The Band Perry, Kimbra, Passenger, Kasey Chambers, Lindsey Stirling, Kate Miller-Heidke, Gregory Porter, King Charles, Gin Wigmore, Andrew Bird, for King & Country, Omar Sosa, and more.
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Music Calendar
10/19 - 10/27
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Please enjoy the following listings comprised of bands, venues, and/or organizations that support Ozark Blues Society. Always check with individual venues for event details and schedule changes.
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10.19
- Honeyjack and Flash Back for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Dr NOLA and the Soulshakers at JJ's Grill and Chill on Dickson in Fayetteville
- Leah and the Cocktail Club at Sassafras Vineyard in Fayetteville
- The Cate Brothers and The Downtown Livewires at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Magnolia Road at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
10.20
- Serpents of Eden at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
- Buddy Shute and the Motivators at American Legion Post 341 in Bella Vista
10.21
- Gospel Brunch with Brick Fields at Hoppin' John's in Fayetteville
- Dead Poet's Society for Beer and Hymns at Bike Rack Brewing in Bentonville
10.22
- Picking Circle-Monday! at the Bentonville Pub in Bentonville
10.23
- School of Rock at the WAC in Fayetteville
- Broken Root at Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Copelin Bates at JJ's Grill and Chill in Bella Vista
10.24
- Blues Therapy with Brick Fields at Moranos in Fayetteville
10.26
- Brave Soul and The Odds for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Steve Dimmitt at JJ's Grill and Chill in Rogers
- Ozark Blues Society Blues Challenge at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Tony Alvarez at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
10.27
- Steve Dimmitt at JJ's Grill and Chill in Springdale
- Dave Tessier at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
Mark Your Calendar
- 11/15 An Evening with Steve Azar at Sunrise Stage in Fayetteville
- 12/13 Chris Duarte Group at Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
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In this issue: 10/19/2018
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On this day
in Blues History
October 19
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Today’s show features music performed by Ray Charles and Stevie Ray Vaughan
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"You see, we are here, as far as I can tell, to help each other; our brothers, our sisters, our friends, our enemies. That is to help each other and not hurt each other.”
Stevie Ray Vaughan
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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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