"If you can't play the blues... you might as well hang it up" Dexter Gordon.
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In This Issue: MARCH 6, 2026
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OBS THURSDAYS TAKEOVER AT MUSIC DEPOT!
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1st Thursday House Band - Ozark Howlers
(This is not an open jam. Those will remain on 2nd & 4th Thursdays)
MIKE RUDOLPH, JOHN DAVIES, DAVE RENKO, TONY REDMAN, RICK ENDEL
2ND THURS, MARCH 12TH BLUES JAM
HOST BAND IS YONDER'S WALL
KELLY ANDERSON, DIANE RUDOLPH, TONY REDMAN, MIKE RUDOLPH
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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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PHILLY CHEESE BLUES REVUE
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Wanna listen to great Blues artists, and learn all about them, too? Our friend from Jonesboro, Arkansas not only plays the music, but writes bios, and links videos. Check him out and give him some propers!
PHILLY CHEESE BLUES REVUE
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Nominees Announced for the Blues Music Awards
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 ATTENTION Blues Foundation Members and Fans!
The Blues Music Awards brings together Blues performers, industry representatives, and fans from all over the world to celebrate the best in Blues recordings and performances from the previous year.
The BMAs are generally recognized as the highest honor given to blues musicians and are awarded by vote of Blues Foundation members. To become a Blues Foundation voting member, join here. To see the nominees, go here:
You must be a member of the Blues Foundation in order to vote. Once you’re a member, you can access your online ballot through the
blues.org membership portal.
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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)
JESSE WELLES AT OZARK MUSIC HALL 3/28/26
ARKANSAS ROOTS MUSIC FESTIVAL, 4/11/26
This year's festival is at the iconic Johnny Cash Boyhood Home in Dyess, Ark.! The theme: “The Arkansas Roots of Sister Rosetta Tharpe” – celebrating the Cotton Plant native who's called the Godmother of Rock 'n' Roll and a huge influence on gospel, blues, and beyond. The lineup of Arkansas talent is Erin Enderlin, Mae Estes, Reverend Greg Spradlin, and The Delta Soul Singers. Here's the link:
GOV'T MULE AT THE OZARK MUSIC HALL, FAYETTEVILLE AR, APRIL 28TH
EUREKA SPRINGS BLUES PARTY, MAY 28-31st
OBS BIG BLUES JAM RIDES AGAIN ON SAT MAY 30TH!
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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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OBS Prowls the 'Net So You Don't Have To!
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This week's featured artist:
LEAD BELLY
Famed musician Lead Belly was born in Louisiana in the late 1880s. Lead Belly was imprisoned in Texas for murder in 1918. According to tradition, he won his early release in 1925 by singing a song for the governor of Texas. Lead Belly was imprisoned again, for attempted murder, in 1930. There, he was "discovered" by folklorists John Lomax and Alan Lomax, who were collecting songs for the Library of Congress. Subsequently, he published 48 songs.
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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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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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