After an earlier than expected arrival
in Central Illinois, I am finding that I will
be able to get this newsletter sent before Friday is over! Being back in my home state always triggers a range of memories. Today's reflection on the untimely passing of Stevie Ray Vaughn, for the "On This Day In Blues History" (Friday, Aug 27), always brings me back to the summer of 1981 when I saw two shows at Alpine Valley in Wisconsin. UFO/Molly Hatchet on Labor Day weekend and RUSH on the 4th of July.
I also used to go skiing in the winter in nearby south central Wisconsin, so I understood the awful weather that brought down SRV's helicopter and it has always haunted me. Sometimes memories can be really be powerful. If you didn't already, check out some SRV music this weekend in honor of his contributions to the blues.
Last week's second countdown to the opening of registration for the Ozark Blues Society's October 22nd Blues Challenge, is moving forward. Information should go up on our website in the next few days and registration will open September 1st. Read on below for more information.
Other current articles are re-running this week, however, take note that the next deadline for BMA submissions is almost upon us. Read on for all the news.
As always, the live music calendar is updated this week.
Always remember, this is YOUR newsletter! Please send feedback or suggestions our way. You can reach me by email at the address below. We appreciate our readers and want
to see your ideas included!
~Sandy McCann
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Registration Opening September 1st!
Ozark Blues Society 2021 Blues Challenge
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The Ozark Blues Society will be holding our regional Blues Challenge at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
on October 22, 2021 in anticipation
of the resumption of the International Blues Challenge in 2022.
Information about the challenge will
be posted in the next few days
Registration will open on September 1st, and run through October 8th. As in past years, the act member registering must be an active member of Ozark Blues Society. Please remember to complete your membership application at least one day before you wish to register for the Challenge to allow for processing time.
To join, visit the "Member Signup" tab
on our website.
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August Deadline Approaching
2022
Blues Music Awards
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| All musicians are invited to submit their Blues recordings for consideration.Blues music released between November 1, 2020 and October 31, 2021 is eligible for consideration for a 2022 Blues Music Award Nomination.You may now formally submit your album or minimum 6-song EP for consideration via our online service here.Artists now have opportunity to submit a single for "Song of the Year" consideration even if you do not have a full album or EP released. To be eligible for submission, your single must be professionally released to the public for the first time between November 1, 2020 - October 31, 2021 and may not be part of a larger EP or full album release. To submit a single for "Song of the Year," you must contact Joe Whitmer at joe@blues.org directly. Singles may not be directly uploaded to the online submission platform without a special code.
Submission fees and deadlines:
- August 1, 2021 – August 31, 2021
$155 per album or EP submission / $55 per song submission
- September 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021
$180 per album or EP submission / $80 per song submission
- October 1, 2021 – October 15, 2021
$225 per album or EP submission submission / $125 per song submission
All music must be uploaded as a WAV file
with album artwork uploaded as a
JPEG or PDF file. If you need assistance
with uploading your music, album artwork, and/or liner notes, please contact
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NEW Crystal Bridges
Mobile Art Lab
Concert Series
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Local nonprofit Music Moves will curate a traveling concert series in collaboration with
Crystal Bridges as the CB to You Mobile Art Lab makes a tour to several local community
centers through the end of 2021. The CB to You Mobile Art Lab is a traveling pop-up
art experience energizing the power of community through art. Featuring regional artists from across Northwest Arkansas, the art lab will be visiting local libraries and festivals
around the region to bring artmaking, music, storytelling, and more.
Music Moves will showcase local musical talent at the finale of each traveling pop-up.
The first concert in the series will feature a jazz performance by the Matt Smith Trio on
August 21 at the Madison County Library. A full schedule of each stop on the tour is
available on the Crystal Bridges Website
Music Moves is committed to educating and engaging the community by making high quality
performances of Black music accessible to everyone. The nonprofit partners with
local organizations to bring live performances to the community throughout the year.
You can find more information about these events and more at the MUSIC MOVES website
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Support Options
For Local Artists
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Please check this section of the newsletter weekly for ideas of how to support local musicians and venues. Submissions are being reduced to contact information this week as we restart the Live Music Calendar.
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Brick Fields
We have released a single from the upcoming album. Here is a link to the video "Take Me To the Riverside"
We also have two stores on our website one for music merchandise and another for Blues Therapy handmade items such as essential oil blends, Jewelry, tie dyes, bath salts, body butters and more.
Thank you for your support.
I pray that each of you and your families are all doing okay through this.
Brick Fields
Booking Call: The Brick House 479-846-4668
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The Jeff Horton Band
Based in Bentonville, Arkansas, the
Jeff Horton Band definitely has 
a passion for the Blues! For the last
10 years Jeff and the guys have done their part in sharing the Blues as much as possible, treating their fans to an enjoyable experience.
For more information on the Jeff Horton Band check out:
Jeff has also put together a Spotify playlist for NWA Blues. It can be found, HERE:
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LIVE MUSIC
Music Calendar
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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. Submit weekly listings by emailing: SANDY
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08.27
- Earl and Them for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Steve Dimmitt at JJ's Grill and Chill on Dickson
- Funk Factory/Handshake Saints/DeFrance at Railyard Park in Rogers
- Luke Bryan at the Walmart AMP in Rogers
- Racy Brothers and Sean Michel for Live on the Green Concert Series at The Momentary in Bentonville
- Three Jazz Pianists for Art Night Out at Crystal Bridges in Bentonville
- Lightnin' Malcom at Chelsea's in Eureka Springs
- Backwoods Music Festival at Mulberry Mountain in Ozark
08.28
- Blew Reed and the Flatheads at The Boar's Nest in Rogers
- Steve Dimmitt at JJ's Grill and Chill in Fort Smith
- Backwoods Music Festival at Mulberry Mountain in Ozark
08.29
- Backwoods Music Festival at Mulberry Mountain in Ozark
08.30
- Courtyard Sessions at the Momentary in Bentonville
08.31
- Adam Collins, Matt Beach and Garrett Jones for Jazz at the Undercroft Bar in Bentonville
09.01
- Brick Fields Blues Therapy at Moranos in Fayetteville
- Ben Harris jazz guitar at Six-Twelve Coffeehouse and Bar in Fayetteville
09.03
- Nace Brothers for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Jenna and the Soulshakers at Tontitown Winery in Tontitown
- Soul Night Concert Series at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Cann 5 and Lawrence Jamal for Live on the Green Concert Series at The Momentary in Bentonville
09.04
- Brick Fields Band at Tontitown Winery in Tontitown
- 1 Hundred Proof and the Jeff Horton Band at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Jesse Dean at Ozark Folkways in Winslow
Mark Your Calendar
- Watch for Future Listings
Please Submit Dates for Regional Blues Artists and Group Events HERE |
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On this day
in Blues History
August 27
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Today’s show features music performed by Fats Domino and Stevie Ray Vaughn
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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 Vaughn
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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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