As we gather supplies for the Thanksgiving meal and begin to strategize our Black Friday shopping, let us each remember those less fortunate. I was reminded this week, how sometimes even little setbacks can have a BIG effect on life. Earlier this week, when I popped a pan of meatballs into the oven I was distressed to find them barely warm 15 minutes later when I came to stir them. Turns out the lower element in my old early '60's oven was failing. Knowing the parts store would want the model number of the oven I looked it up (do they even HAVE parts for an oven that old?) and did a bit of looking online. I was not finding anything, so started thinking I would shop for a replacement oven. The one I would want is one that is not kept in stock and would not arrive till late November...but....Thanksgiving... Finally, I pulled the old element and found the model number on it, and well...a vintage appliance place through Amazon had a replacement part. It arrived yesterday and it works! SO...the Thanksgiving that almost wasn't is back on track. From this experience, my mind went to all those who lack perhaps more than oven elements to make their Thanksgiving a special day. Let us each in our own way remember those who are facing struggles as we celebrate next week.
Once more, please read on below for more information on the acts that will be representing NWA in Memphis in January. If you didn't get to catch the winner's sets, be sure and mark your calendar for January 19, 2019 for our annual IBC fundraising event. Once again we will be enjoying the hospitality of the 21c Museum Hotel in Bentonville. Keep watching this newsletter for more information.
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~Sandy McCann
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International Song Writing Competition
Special Category
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ISC 2018 has reopened entries for two special promotions running November 12-26, 2018. Though not distinctly blues, the historic origins of the blues addressed social causes, freeing today's blues men and women to consider the genre' as an appropriate vehicle to share struggles related to social causes we face in our modern society. Read on below for more information of how to enter.
If you have great LOVE SONGS or songs related to any sort of SOCIAL CAUSE, these promotions are for you. All entrants will be eligible to win prizes and additional promotion, as well as be entered into the overall 2018 ISC competition.
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Congratulations Winners!
Ozark Blues Society
Blues Challenge
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Thanks to everyone who made our Blues Challenge at the Meteor Guitar Gallery last Friday night a success! We want to thank all the acts that poured their hearts out through their music. You are ALL winners! Thank you to our judges and volunteers who kept the night running smoothly and thank you to the blues fans. Without all of you the event would not have been as awesome as it was! Additionally, a huge thank you also goes out to out corporate sponsor, Clorox, as well as Les and the crew at the Meteor Guitar Gallery. You all are amazing!
SOLO/DUO WINNER
This year's solo/duo winner for the second year in a row, was Tony Redman. Tony shook the rafters at his venue in Memphis at the 2018 IBC and we look for him to give the 2019 IBC crowd a strong dose of his unique heartfelt blues.
Tony Redman Bio: "Tony Redman is a guitar player/singer living in Fayetteville Arkansas. Redman's show mixes old blues classics, with original songs steeped heavily in delta blues."
BAND WINNER
Our band winner this year is Vox Squadron from Tahlequah, OK. This band competed in our 2016 Blues Challenge and returned this year for another try....for them, the second time was the charm. They will take their heavy hitting rock oriented blues to Memphis for the 2019 International Blues Challenge in January.
Vox Squadron Bio: "Bootleggers of organic free-range gluten-free blues rock from just across the westward state line. Hand crafted original tunes that go down smoothly with just a hint of aromatic notes that are equal parts Vaughn, Hendrix, Wilco, and Madonna. Hailing from Tahlequah Oklahoma this 4-piece outfit is lead by Jack Myers on guitar; and accompanied by Richard Wood on bass, Aaron Lee on Keys, and Jacob Martin on Drums. Myers was educated at the University of Arkansas and is a semi-professional goat farmer who also practices surgery on humans in his free time. Wood is a living Rembrandt on stilts and scaffolds who has no fear of heights, or anything else for that matter. Lee is a professional wizard of computers and anything electronic. Martin is a collegiate jazz student drummer and if you’re wondering what a jazz drummer is doing with us... so are we. The Vox Squadron is on a mission to melt your face with blues infused dad rock... or die trying."
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Music Calendar
11/16 - 11/24
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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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11.16
- Ultra Suede and Mudhawk for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Jimmy Wayne Garrett and the Dreamwalkers at Black Apple Crossing in Springdale
- Dr NOLA and the Soul Shakers at Levi's Gastrolounge in Rogers
- Lou Dog Tribute to Sublime at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Serpents of Eden at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
- TJ Scarlett at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Roby Pantall Jazz Trio at the Artist Retreat Center in Bella Vista
11.17
- Mission Temple Fireworks Revival: Paul Thorn Band, Blind Boys of Alabama and The McCary Sisters at the WAC in Fayetteville
- Roby Pantall Jazz Duo at Ruth Chris in Rogers
- Ashtyn Barbaree and Al Gibson at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
- Keith Nicholson at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Buddy Shute and the Motivators at American Legion Post 341 in Bella Vista
11.18
- Gospel Brunch with Brick Fields at Hoppin' John's in Fayetteville
- George Scrivenor with Brent Peirce at Eurekahouseconcerts.com in Eureka Springs
11.19
- Picking Circle-Monday! at the Bentonville Pub in Bentonville
11.21
- Blues Therapy with Brick Fields at Moranos in Fayetteville
- The Schwag: Grateful Dead Experience at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
11.22
11.23
- Isayah's Allstars for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Buddy Shute and the Motivators at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
- Jay Yates at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
11.24
- Uncrowned Kings at JJ's Grill and Chill in Rogers
- Liverpool Legends at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Ashtyn Barbaree at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
Mark Your Calendar
- 12/1 Almost KISS at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- 12/2 Harms Way/Stick Tight/Young Bolt at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- 12/13 Chris Duarte Group at Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
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In this issue: 11/16/2018
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On this day
in Blues History
November 16
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Today’s show features music performed by Louis Armstrong and Hubert Sumlin
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"I'm trying to get people to see that we are our brother's keeper. Red, white, black, brown, or yellow, rich or poor, we all have the blues.”
B. B. King
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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
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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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