"I don't think I ever sing the same way twice. The blues is sort of a mixed-up thing. You just have to feel it. Anything I do sing is part of my life."
~ Billie Holiday (1915–1959) ~
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In This Issue: DECEMBER 6, 2025
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Let's Party and Send Our Winners to Compete in Memphis!
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Don’t miss our Jan 2nd Happy Hour Fundraiser! We’ll have 5 acts back to back, including the incredible Charlotte Taylor with an All Star Core Band featuring Gary Hutchison, Tony Redman, John Davies, Rick Endel, Dave Renko,
& Diane Rudolph
Join us for our annual fundraiser to send our Blues Challenge winners to Memphis, to compete in the International Blues Challenge! Tables are going fast,
so get yours reserved asap!
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OBS JAMS, COMING RIGHT UP!
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🎶 GREAT NEWS 🎉
WE HAVE CONFIRMED WITH THE MUSIC DEPOT THAT THE BLUES JAMS WILL CONTINUE AT THEIR LOCATION THROUGHOUT 2026! WATCH THE WEBSITE AND THIS WEEKLY NEWSLETTER FOR HOST ANNOUNCEMENTS!
Upcoming 2025 Jam Dates:
Thurs., 12/11 -- Music Depot Jam
with hosts The Blue Underground, + a special 15 minute feature by the RD Olson Blues Band! 6:30-9:30pm
206 W. Walnut St., Rogers, AR
BLUES JAMS ARE ALL AGES, AND FREE TO ENTER AT THE MUSIC DEPOT, DOWNTOWN ROGERS, 6:30-9:30PM
- Reserved VIP Upper Level Seating purchase links are available on the Music Moves website.
- 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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DECEMBER 26th SPECIAL HAPPY HOUR CONCERT
Happy Hour Concert with The Cate Brothers
Dec 26th 6:00PM (Fri), DOORS 5:00PM
George's Majestic Lounge
519 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville, AR
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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:
Individual Listings Here:
Los Roscoes (at the Gravel Bar on Thursdays in Eureka Springs)
JESSE WELLES AT OZARK MUSIC HALL 3/28/26
VENUE and PUBLICATIONS LISTINGS, many featuring Blues and Jazz performances and jams:
George's Majestic Lounge, Fayetteville
Gravel Bar, Eureka Springs AR
Magnolia House Events
Morano's Bar & Grill, Fayetteville AR
Music Depot, Rogers
Music Education Initiative
NWA Jazz Society Events
Ozark Music Hall, formerly JJ's Live
Park House Kitchen and Bar, Siloam Springs
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 Groups Events Here:
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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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Dig Jazz??? See What's Up with ...
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Our Sister Society, the NWA Jazz Society, is up to some good stuff! Check out their events, join, and sign up for their newsletter 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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OBS Prowls the 'Net So You Don't Have To!
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This week's featured reel:
LIGHTNIN' JOHN HOPKINS
[From Wikipedia:] (March 15, 1912 – January 30, 1982) - was an American country blues singer, songwriter, guitarist and occasional pianist from Centerville, Texas. In 2010, Rolling Stone magazine ranked him No. 71 on its list of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time.
HERE'S THE VIDEO:
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Take the opportunity to vote for your favorite Grammy Nominee, especially
in the Blues Category!
 The Recording Academy has revealed the nominees for the 2026 GRAMMY Awards, and this year’s blues categories feature a mix of living legends and modern torchbearers keeping the genre alive.
BEST TRADITIONAL BLUES NOMINEES:
- Ain’t Done With The Blues — Buddy Guy
- Room On The Porch — Taj Mahal & Keb’ Mo’
- One Hour Mama: The Blues Of Victoria Spivey — Maria Muldaur
- Look Out Highway — Charlie Musselwhite
- Young Fashioned Ways — Kenny Wayne Shepherd & Bobby Rush
BEST CONTEMPORARY BLUES ALBUM:
- Breakthrough - Joe Bonamassa
- Paper Doll - Samantha Fish
- A Tribute To LJK - Eric Gales
- Preacher Kids - Robert Randolph
- Family - Southern Avenue
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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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Blues Festival Listings -
National and International
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What's the best resource for finding Blues Festivals around the country and the world, you ask? It's right here! The Blues Festival Guide online magazine... you're welcome!
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Keep Up with the Blues Charts
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Do you have a recording out there for airplay? Or are you following a particular Blues artist? Or are you just curious about what CD to buy next? Here's the BIG BLUES CHART for ya.
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DONATE ONE TIME OR RECURRING
We are grateful for the support of our sustaining sponsors!
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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