"I don't happen to know much about jazz. I know that most of those cats are playing nothing but blues, though—I know that much."
-- Jimi Hendrix ---
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In This Issue: APRIL 9, 2026
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We have 2 ALL ACCESS PASSES to the
Eureka Springs Blues Party to raffle off on 4/23!
Stay for the entire festival, including the OBS Big Blues Jam to close out Saturday night in the ballroom!
Need tickets to the festival?
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OBS BLUES THURSDAYS
AT MUSIC DEPOT!
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Remember to enter your name on Blues Thursdays in April at the Music Depot for a chance to win an All Access Pass to Eureka Springs Blues Party!
There are 2 to raffle off! Winner drawing on 4/23, must be present.
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THURSDAY BLUES SHOWS & JAMS SCHEDULE
2nd Thurs 4/9: Blues Jam with The Blue Underground 6:30-9:30
3rd Thurs POP UP JAM FEAT: JERON MARSHALL, VINCE TURNER, DAKODA TANKSLEY, ROBY PANTALL, KEVIN CLARK, AND MORE..
4th Thurs 4/23: Blues Jam with Oreo Blue,
followed by a guest feature from School of Rock!
#letsjam #keepthebluesalive #bluesmusic
Members, need to renew? Click on the website link:
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Get on down to the Blues Crossroads next weekend for the Juke Joint Festival in Clarksdale, MS. Christone "Kingfish" Ingram is kickin' it off -- you don't want to miss this, we promise!
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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)
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
ROD STEWART -- APRIL 22nd at the AMP
NORTH MISSISSIPPI ALLSTARS AT GEORGE'S MAJESTIC,
THURS, APRIL 16
NOT IN NWA, BUT COME ON, IT'S ZZ TOP!!!
BONNER SPRINGS, KS - APRIL 25TH
BRICK FIELDS CINCO DE MAYO DINNER CONCERT MAY 5
BLACK CROWES & WHISKEY MYERS AT THE AMP, MAY 19
BOB DYLAN! BOB DYLAN! BOB DYLAN! AT THE AMP JULY 3
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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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LISTEN UP! Blues, Roots & Rock on NWA Radio, Online and Broadcast
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Did you know? We have three Blues and Roots radio shows right here in NWA! And a classic rock radio show, that often features NWA and native Arkansan's musicians. Listen on KASU-FM 91.9 and streaming globally on KASU.org, on the TuneIn Radio App, or by telling your smart speaker of choice to play KASU.
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:
NWA DJ RJ LIVESTEAM LINK-SATURDAYS AT 10AM
Here's the main website:
NWA-BENTONVILLE RADIO PLAYS BLUES
Arkansas Roots airs weekdays noon to 1:00 p.m. and Saturdays noon to 3:00 p.m. Your hosts are Marty Scarbrough and Mike Doyle. On the Arkansas Roots show, you can submit your own music for consideration for airplay. Details for submission are at this link:
ARKANSAS ROOTS SUBMISSION INFO
6 Degrees of the Delta airs Sundays at 5:00 p.m. Your host ever Sunday is LaDawn Lee Fuhr. The idea for the show is that all modern music can be connected back to the Delta through 6 people or less. Based on small world theory and 6 Degrees of Separation, #6DegreesoftheDelta will provide good music with a good story and rich history to be enjoyed by everyone.
Each Sunday night at 8:00, long-time area radio personality Dennis Rogers shares progressive rock music on the program Mr. Rogers’ Rock Collection. You’ll hear songs from the 1960s to the present by both well-known and obscure musicians.
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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 NWA Jazz Society...
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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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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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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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OBS Prowls the 'Net So You Don't Have To!
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This week's featured artist:
JIMI HENDRIX
From Wikipedia:
As an adolescent in the 1950s, Hendrix became interested in rock and roll artists such as Elvis Presley, Little Richard, and Chuck Berry. In 1968, he told Guitar Player magazine that electric blues artists Muddy Waters, Elmore James, and B. B. King inspired him during the beginning of his career; he also cited Eddie Cochran as an early influence. Of Muddy Waters, the first electric guitarist of which Hendrix became aware, he said: "I heard one of his records when I was a little boy and it scared me to death because I heard all of these sounds." In 1970, he told Rolling Stone that he was a fan of western swing artist Bob Wills and while he lived in Nashville, the television show the Grand Ole Opry.
[A fellow soldier] stated that during their time serving in the US military, he and Hendrix primarily listened to southern blues artists such as Jimmy Reed and Albert King. According to [the soldier], "King was a very, very powerful influence". Howlin' Wolf also inspired Hendrix, who performed Wolf's "Killing Floor" as the opening song of his US debut at the Monterey Pop Festival. The influence of soul artist Curtis Mayfield can be heard in Hendrix's guitar playing, and the influence of Bob Dylan can be heard in Hendrix's songwriting; he was known to play Dylan's records repeatedly, particularly Highway 61 Revisited and Blonde on Blonde. ... [more here: Wikipedia-Jimi Hendrix]
Here's a video of two legends talking about
how they met Jimi Hendrix:
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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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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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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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