I am out of town for the next three newsletters but plan to continue to get
the news to you and update the weekly calendar. Our Best Self-Produced CD competition closes today. If you are wanting to submit your CD's today, please email lectricliz@gmail.com to arrange a drop off. The CD selected to represent OBS in the Blues Foundation's 2022 BSPCD competition will be announced at our blues challenge on October 22, 2021. There is one more week for those who wish to enter our local Blues Challenge. Keep an eye on our website for information about our competitors. Additionally, we are down to the last two weeks for those wanting to enter their music for consideration in for the 2022 Blues Music Awards.
Check out the articles below for these upcoming events. The live music calendar as always is updated every 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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One More Week to Register!
Ozark Blues Society 2021 Blues Challenge
and FINAL DAY TO REGISTER
Best Self-Produced CD competition
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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 for blues acts wishing to gain entry to the International Blues Challenge in January 2022. We have also decided to offer access to the Blues Foundation's annual Best Self-Produced CD competition.
and check out the links under "2021 Blues Challenge" and "2021 Best Self-Produced CD" for information on both as well as the link to the Challenge Registration.  Registration opened on September 1st, and run through October 8th for the challenge. Submission for Best Self-Produced CD ends October 1st.
As in past years, at least one musician from each act registering for either competition 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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From Jeff Horton....
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Coming to The Meteor Guitar Gallery on Friday, November 5th, “Blues in Bentonville” a Jeff Horton Band Production, will feature the best of what our local Blues scene has to offer!
Gary Hutchison & Ralph Hert, Buddy Shute & The Motivators, Brick Fields, and The Jeff Horton Band!
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Stay tuned for more information!
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Final TWO Weeks to Register
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:
- 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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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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10.01
- Leah and the Mojo Doctors for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Freshgrass/Bentonville at The momentary in Bentonville
- Richard Burnett at JJ's Grill and Chill in Bella Vista
10.02
- Pop Up Concert Fundraiser for the Jazz Education Fund at Roots HQ in Fayetteville
- SoNA Beyond: Voces Latinas at the Fayetteville Public Library in Fayetteville
- Freshgrass/Bentonville at The Momentary in Bentonville
- Blew Reed and the Flatheads at the Rowdy Beaver Den in Eureka Springs
10.03
- Thomas Rhett/Cole Swindell/Gabby Barrett at the AMP in Rogers
10.04
- UA Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony at Faulkner Performing Arts Center, UA in Fayetteville
10.05
- Adam Collins, Matt Beach and Garrett Jones for Jazz at the Undercroft Bar in Bentonville
10.06
- Brick Fields Blues Therapy at Moranos in Fayetteville
- Ben Harris jazz guitar at Six-Twelve Coffeehouse and Bar in Fayetteville
10.08
- Earl and Them and Nathan Bryce and Loaded Dice for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Jenna and Friends at Moonbroch Pub in Rogers
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
October 1
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Today’s show features music performed by Victoria Spivey and Wild Child Butler
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"They hear it come out, but they don't know how it got there. They don't understand that's life's way of talking. You don't sing to feel better. You sing 'cause that's a way of understanding life."
Ma Rainey
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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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