Blues Jams Every 2nd & 4th Thursday!
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Don't forget the BLUES JAMS every 2nd & 4th Thursday, at the MUSIC DEPOT IN Downtown Rogers, Ark. Next one is FEB. 27TH! FREE ADMISSION, ALL AGES, PRO BLUES JAM SPONSORED BY THE OZARK BLUES SOCIETY, MUSIC MOVES, AND SPRINGHILL SUITES. HOSTED BY THE DOWNTOWN LIVEWIRE’S ROGER THOMAS, WITH DAWN CATE AND SPECIAL GUEST LACEY SCHAFFER-THOMAS. CORE PLAYERS: ROBERT SPOON - GUITAR, BRUCE BENNETT - BASS, VINCE TURNER - GUITAR, RICK ENDEL - KEYS, DAVE RENKO - SAX, STEVE BROOKS - DRUMS. DONATING AND/OR JOINING YOUR LOCAL BLUES SOCIETY HELPS US CONTINUE TO HOLD THESE FREE COMMUNITY EVENTS. ONLINE AT: www.ozarksbluessociety.org
BLUES JAMS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO ALL AGES.
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Special Valentine's Day Events
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There are a few special Valentine's Day events going on tonight and this weekend. Here are a some you will enjoy!
Friday night’s Super Sweet Valentine’s Day Birthday Bash just got even sweeter with two very special guests making a cameo appearance! Joining The Dawn Cate Band and Leah and the Mojo Doctors powerhouse co-bill will be legendary guitar slinger Gary Hutchison and blues man extraordinaire Tony Redman. George’s Majestic Lounge! Happy Hour! 2/14/25 6-8!
A romantic-ish 3-mile guided hike ending at a scenic overlook in time for sunset. Includes complimentary snack pack & warm drinks.
This unique combo tour is ideal for those seeking a mix of outdoor adventure and hands-on learning in a relaxing, enjoyable setting. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or a connoisseur of spirits, this experience offers something for everyone looking to enjoy a full day of exploration, discovery, and indulgence. |
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OBS Board Annual Officer Election
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The Board of Directors will have its Annual Election of Officers at the end of April. The date and venue TBD. This year we will be nominating and voting on candidates for President and Treasurer. We will be accepting nominations from our Members up until April 1st. Meanwhile, look for updates on how to nominate persons who you know would be an excellent Board Member or Officer. Through the years, we have always enjoyed bringing on people with particular skills and experience on our mission to Keep The Blues Alive in NWA!
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Want to Join a Committee?
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OBS is planning a really big year of events, and we are inviting volunteers to help with promotion, marketing, production, and so much more. If you have a particular interest or experience and would like to enhance our efforts for having a GREAT year, please email ozarkbluessociety@gmail.com. We love and appreciate our volunteers (you know who you are), and we want to share the fun and good feelings with even more of you!
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The Pinetop Perkins Foundation Workshop Is Now Taking Applicants
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Ozark Blues Society is pleased share application information to musicians of all ages, young and old, to attend the Pinetop Perkins Foundation Workshop! The 4-day workshops are led by Grammy-winning Blues Artists for drums, guitar, bass, keys, and vocals. Scholarships are available. The workshops fill up fast, so don't hesitate to sign up as soon as you can. The sessions are held at the Hopson Commissary and Shack Up Inn in Clarksdale, Mississippi, and lodging is available on site. It's a party!
The sessions end on Saturday night with a performance at Ground Zero in Clarksdale, MS, with all students jamming with their instructors throughout the night. Soon we will send out a newsletter with a feature article about founder Pinetop Perkins and his dream of Keeping the Blues Alive through these annual workshops. Several of your Ozark Blues Society board members volunteer for events supporting the Pinetop Perkins Foundation as part of our mission for Blues Education. Here's the application, and you'll find more information about Pinetop and the organization there as well.
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Let Google Blues News Guide You
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Google has assembled a page dedicated to Blues news and articles. It's good stuff! It contains news about upcoming Blues festivals, and links to music journalists' blogs.
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Please enjoy the following listings comprised of bands, venues, and/or organizations that support Ozark Blues Society of NWA (and vice versa).
ALL BLUES ARTISTS - For an individual listing, provide us with your Events Page link, and/or submit upcoming gigs in time for the publication prep deadline every Wednesday to:
Featured Performance
If you've been in NWA long enough, you'll remember our great and talented friend, harp master RJ Mischo, who lived here for several years. We sure did regret it when he moved away. But he's back! He's doing a show close to our area, in Tulsa on Feb. 22nd. He and his band will thrill ya! If you get a chance to go, say HI from Ozark Blues Society!
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VENUE and PUBLICATIONS LISTINGS, many featuring Blues and Jazz performances and jams:
The Free Weekly Events Listing
The Fayetteville Flyer Events Listing
Top Concerts Listing-NWA
Meteor Guitar Gallery, Bentonville
Music Depot, Rogers
George's Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville
Magnolia House Events
The Music Education Initiative
NWA Jazz Society Events
Railyard Live at Butterfield Stage, Rogers
Arkansas Music Pavilion (The AMP), Bentonville
The Momentary, Bentonville
Pub on the Bricks (FB page)
Club 509, Fayetteville
Blues Festival Guide
Please Submit Dates or Website Show Links for Regional Blues Artists and Group Events here: EVENT SUBMISSION EMAIL |
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Live Blues Videos on TV 24/7
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Just a reminder that you can watch some of your favorite Blues artists recorded in live performance on Blues Music Television. It's a great way to warm up when the cold wind is blowing! Blues Music TV on Facebook HERE .
Want more? Check out their all-Blues channel on ROKU and FIRESTICK HERE! |
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Watch Blues Rock Review on YouTube
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Visit our website to renew or join!
Annual membership levels begin at $20/year for a single membership. Family membership is $30. And there are many higher levels of support offered. Membership gives you so much in return, including meeting new friends while enjoying the best regional and national blues artists. Your membership support of Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas helps us pursue our mission to preserve the Original American Art Form known as The Blues, supports live blues performances, and provides educational programs for all ages. Thank You!
Membership Benefits Include:
Weekly E-newsletter
Opportunities to win tickets to events
VIP seating at events (when available)
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!
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Enjoy these weekly radio, streaming, and written blues sources!
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Generic Blues Show on KUAF
Hosted by Paul Kelso
The Generic Blues Show has been airing since the early 90's, playing tunes of all types of blues... whether it be country, rock, jazz, R&B or soul... it all links back to the blues.
Hear the show Fridays at 9 p.m. on 91.3 FM and Sundays 6 p.m. on KUAF 93.1
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Presented by
Big Train and the
Loco Motives
Find these weekly videos and more when you visit Big Train and the Loco Motives YouTube Page HERE:
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Check these out!
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On this day in
Blues History
For a daily dose of blues history, check out the daily Bluesland podcast HERE:
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Blues Music Television!
 Blues Music TV on Facebook HERE Want more?
Check out their all Blues channel on ROKU and FIRESTICK HERE!
Hangnail's Hollers
Stories From the Blues
By Hangnail Slim
Blues lovers! Check out the new Substack newsletter written by Hangnail Slim. To read his weekly edition, or to subscribe, check out Hangnail Slim's page HERE.. |
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