“The blues is the roots, everything else is the fruits.” – Willie Dixon
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And the Artists Bound for the International Blues Challenge on Beale Street in Memphis are...
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BATTERTON & EDWARDS
R.D. OLSON BLUES BAND
What a night of great Blues music at George's Majestic ! We thank each and every artist who entered the Challenge, and the staff -- especially ARLIE STILES AT THE SOUND & LIGHT BOARD!
Our Challenge winners will go on to compete at the International Blues Challenge on Beale Street in Memphis, Jan 13th - 17th, 2026.
THE R.D. OLSON BAND HAS ALSO WON A FREE RECORDING PACKAGE COURTESY OF CRISP STUDIOS IN FAYETTEVILLE, AR
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NEXT BLUES JAM 8/14 AT THE MUSIC DEPOT, ROGERS, ARK.
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ALL AGES, FREE ADMISSION.
AT THE MUSIC DEPOT, DOWNTOWN ROGERS, 6:30-9:30pm
Reserved VIP Upper Level Seating Available at:
All Lower Level Seating and Tables are open, FCFS.
Sponsored by The Ozark Blues Society of NWA,
Music Moves, Pinnacle Rugs, & Thomas Family Agency
Musician sign up at the door.
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Uncle B.B. wants you!!!
We have opportunities for sponsorship on many different levels, all with excellent benefits. Find out more via email:
OZARK BLUES SOCIETY OF NWA!
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Here's Another
Arkansas Blues Legend!
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ROBERT LOCKWOOD JR.
[photo by Bob Corritore]
Robert Lockwood Jr. was born in 1915 at Turkey Scratch and was an original performer along with Sonny Boy Williamson on the “King Biscuit Time” radio show at station KFFA in Helena. An accomplished blues guitarist, he later hosted the “Mother’s Best Flour Hour” show for KFFA and has made numerous award-winning recordings over the years. He also made several appearances at the King Biscuit Blues Festival in Helena. He died in 2006 in Ohio. [Editor's note: Soon we will publish more about KFFA Radio in Helena.]
From Wikipedia --
Robert Lockwood Jr., a.k.a. Robert Jr. Lockwood, (March 27, 1915 – November 21, 2006)[1] was an American Delta blues guitarist,[2] who recorded for Chess Records and other Chicago labels in the 1950s and 1960s. He was the only guitarist to have learned to play directly from Robert Johnson. Robert Lockwood was one of the first professional black entertainers to appear on radio in the South, on the King Biscuit Time radio show.[3] Lockwood is known for his longtime collaboration with Sonny Boy Williamson II and for his work in the mid-1950s with Little Walter.
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EVERY TUESDAY,
OPEN MIC NIGHT!!!
SIGN UP AT 6:30, MUSIC AT 7:30
METEOR GUITAR GALLERY
128 W. Central Ave.,
Bentonville, Ark.
The Fayetteville Farmers Market often features musicians on the street, and always offers great locally grown produce and street parties. On Saturday, August 2nd, there's the Watermelon Festival. Will they have a melon tossing contest? Gotta go to find out!
CHECK OUT THURSDAYS WITH LOS ROSCOES AT GRAVEL BAR EUREKA SPRINGS
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OBS Prowls the Socials
So You Don't Have To!
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED BLUES VIDEO
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The Blue Underground returns for an evening of your favorite Classic Rock and Blues covers! Five piece band with all five singing and powerhouse vocalist Jenn Bray out front! Don’t miss it!
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:
ARTIST LISTINGS:
If you would like to list your page here, please email us at
VENUE and PUBLICATIONS LISTINGS, many featuring Blues and Jazz performances and jams:
George's Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville
Magnolia House Events
Meteor Guitar Gallery, Bentonville
Music Depot, Rogers
Music Education Initiative
NWA Jazz Society Events
Railyard Live at Butterfield Stage, Rogers
The Momentary, Bentonville
Pub on the Bricks (FB page)
Club 509, Fayetteville
Blues Festival Guide
The Free Weekly Events Listing
Submit Dates or Website Show Links for Regional Blues Artists and Group Events here:
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Blues Festival Season Is Here
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What's the best resource for finding Blues Festivals around the country, you ask? It's right here! The Blues Festival Guide online magazine... you're welcome!
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Live Blues Videos on TV 24/7
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Watch some of your favorite Blues artists recorded in live performance on BLUES MUSIC TELEVISION.
Blues Music TV on Facebook HERE .
Also on ROKU and FIRESTICK HERE! |
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Google has Googled Blues 4 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.
You can get a FREE online subscription to
Blues Blast Magazine here:
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DONATE ONE TIME OR RECURRING
Visit our website
to RENEW, OR JOIN AS A MEMBER
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 member meetings and submit nominations for Board positions.
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..WORKSHOP MUSIC EDUCATION INITIATIVE. 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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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! |
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