The blues came from the man farthest down. The blues came from nothingness, from want, from desire. And when a man sang or played the blues, a small part of the want was satisfied.
-- W.C. Handy --
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In This Issue: FEBRUARY 6, 2026
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NEXT OBS JAM AT MUSIC DEPOT
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THURS., FEB 12, 6:30-9:30pm, MUSIC DEPOT, DOWNTOWN ROGERS, ARK.
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OBS Core Band Shows Start at
March at Music Depot, Continue Every 1st Thursday!
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EVERY 1ST THURSDAY starting in March! Get ready for more live Blues in NWA! Seating will fill fast! FREE admission!
Thank you to The Music Depot for this collaboration!
(This is not an open jam, those will remain on 2nd & 4th Thursdays)
CORE PLAYERS: MIKE RUDOLPH, JOHN DAVIES, DAVE RENKO, TONY REDMAN, RICK ENDEL
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New OBS Web Feature to Come
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Soon the OBS website will feature an artist referral page. There will be one section for member musicians to list their contact links, and another section for full band referrals. Details to come soon.
Consider joining OBS if you are not currently a member. At least
one person in the band must be a member in order to be added to the band directory. Single musicians must be a member to submit their information
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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)
WEEKEND SPOTLIGHT:
OREO BLUE 36-YEAR REUNION, HAPPY HOUR, 2/6
Oreo Blue is having a 36-year REUNION SHOW featuring the band's founder Brian Crowne back on saxophone along with their legendary guitarist, Gary Hutchison. The Guitar vs Sax battles are BACK! ONE NIGHT ONLY!!! Also featuring special guests Leah Spears-Blackmon and Dawn Cate. Also featuring Oreo Blue alumni, Mike Lovelady and Don Orrell on DOUBLE DRUMS!!! Come hear a possible THREE DRUMMER FEATURE!!! Andy Oberg will be joining on keys and Jody Andrews on rhythm guitar. The inimitable John Sebearg on bass will be holding down the whole night. Let's GO!!! OREO BLUE REUNION TIX HERE.
George's Majestic Lounge, 519 W Dickson Steet, Fayetteville AR
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KURT ALLEN BAND TAKES OVER EUREKA SPRINGS
Chelsea's Cafe, 2/6/26, 6pm
Rowdy Beaver Den, 2/20/26, 9pm
New Delhi Cafe, 2/21/26, 6pm
LEAH & THE MOJO DOCTORS W/DAWN CATE BAND
& SOUL MERCHANT GEORGE'S HAPPY HOUR 2/13
CRYSTAL BRIDGES CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH
ON FEB. 14th
BLUE UNDERTONES AT BELLA VISTA MUSEUM, SAT., 2/21, 7PM
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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NEW BLUES RADIO SHOW IN NWA
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DJ RJ is your host on Saturday mornings at 10AM, on KOBV 103.3, for a deep dive into the Blues. Here's where to livestream it:
Here's the main website:
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Arkansas Tourism's Newsletter Spotlights Our Young Players, Blues Heritage
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The article features interviews with our young Arkansas Blues musicians who are Keeping The Blues Alive! Along with Blues Heritage sites and artists in Arkansas.
"We’re trying to tell the story that hasn’t been told. People just don’t realize the Memphis sound actually came from West Memphis and the Arkansas Delta." -- Jim Jackson, West Memphis Advertising & Promotion Commission
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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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OBS Prowls the 'Net So You Don't Have To!
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This week's featured reel:
LIVE PERFORMANCE
W.C. HANDY ON THE ED SULLIVAN SHOW
performing his classic "St. Louis Blues"
HERE'S THE VIDEO:
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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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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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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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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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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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