....not decided yet! The cool thing, however is with the Ozark Blues Society's 2019 Blues Challenge TONIGHT at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville, you don't have long to wait to find out who will win. SO...come grab a front row seat and be among the first to know who will represent Northwest Arkansas at the 2020 International Blues Challenge in Memphis. We have three amazing bands plus a performance after the challenge by 2017 OBS Challenge winners, The Downtown Livewires, that will keep you bopping all evening. Definitely a don't miss night!
Read on below for more information
about our 2019 competitors as well as
the link for advance tickets.
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Meet the Challengers!
Ozark Blues Society
2019 Blues Challenge
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The 2020 International Blues Challenge in Memphis is little more than three months away and the competition is heating up already! As an affiliate of the Blues Foundation, the Ozark Blues Society Blues Challenge offers the opportunity for local/regional bands to win a qualifying round that will give them a spot to compete in Memphis. The OBS Challenge will be held Friday, October 25th at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville.
And this year's competitors are...
Blew Reed and the Flatheads
Blew Reed and The Flatheads, formed in 2010, whose members are "Blew Reed" (lead singer, harmonica players);Terry "Dajo" Rosenbaum (lead guitar, vocals); Jason "Cheecho" Freeman (bass); ,and Chongo "The Manchild" Bailey (drums),.This is a must see Blues band that has and still is performing at many blues festivals and local venues. Every place they have played they have been booked back by popular request of their fans. If you got the dough, we'll bring the show.
Brick Fields Blues Therapy
The music of Arkansas band Brick Fields, fronted by the invigorating voice of Rachel Fields, has been called many things by their fans but the description that has taken the strongest root after 12 years is “Blues Therapy”. The Brick Fields Blues Therapy foundation are married couple Rachel Fields and Larry Brick. Each having longtime careers in various worlds of music before meeting one another, each brought a lot to the table when combining their talents in 2006. Since 2012 Brick Fields Blues Therapy has been NWA’s longest running weekly live music event featuring a mix of Arkansas Blues and Roots music. BFBT takes place every Wednesday at Morano’s in South Fayetteville, AR from 6pm to 9pm. Though the band’s original music exceeds many genres, Brick Fields has been known for keeping the root of blues alive and well in NWA and the surrounding region. Their ability to provide timeless music that is pleasing to the ears of all ages has made them one of the most treasured obscurities in their region’s music community and keeps them working more than 225 shows a year. Although both Rachel and Larry are Arkansas born natives, (Rachel of Pine Bluff, Larry of West Memphis), Brick Fields core band "The Blues Therapy Group" include a variety of regionally influenced musicians. Kevin Bonner of NWA joined Brick Fields in 2013. He honed his drumming chops in the Cate Bro's garage and has been the backbone for numerous of NWA most loved bands. Bass player, Hoobie Daniels, of Southern Mississippi joined Brick Fields in 2016 after retiring from Austin to the Ozark Mountains where he is continuing his musical journey. Chris Parker of Tulsa, OK joined Brick Fields in 2014 and adds his guitar stylings who's influences range largely between Chet Atkins and BB King. Hunter Judkins, sax-player joined Brick Fields in 2014 after moving to NWA from Alaska. They all came together through the creative Wednesday night Blues Therapy sessions. Comfortable with themselves and numerous surprise guests, it not unusual at a Brick Fields show for the night to end with as few or as many as 20 players on stage. Musician’s musicians Brick Fields has been called a magnet for other musicians and music lovers alike Ever evolving, this couple’s original music can charm venues in an intimate relaxed setting with the acoustic duo telling stories of musical roots or bring a full-on band experience that brings the house to its feet.
Jimmy Wayne Garrett Band
Jimmy Wayne Garrett was born and raised in Northwest Arkansas. Music has always been an integral part of his life. In church it was hymnals sung by choir, at home his father would introduce him to artists such as The Allman Brothers and Stevie Ray Vaughn. Being interested in music growing up eventually led to the tinkering of pianos that were at church or in the homes of family members, and also playing the trumpet for a few years in Middle School and Junior High. At the age of 13, he began to learn to play the guitar on a century-old classical guitar that his grandfather, Jim Lane Garrett, bought for him at an auction almost a decade earlier. At 17, after being involved with a band at his church for sometime, he started writing songs and playing with groups that weren’t church bands. Since then, he has been playing locally in Northwest Arkansas and the surrounding areas, and has been invited to compete at the International Blues Challenge twice. Once as the guitarist for West Street Blues Band, and once as a solo act. He also has released two solo albums, and an album with a 3 piece band.
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2019 International Songwriting Competition extended deadline
approaching on Nov 6th
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The International Songwriting Competition (ISC) is designed to help songwriters be heard. ISC has helped artists like Bastille, Vance Joy, Gotye, The Band Perry, and more, garner more recognition by industry professionals. In addition to giving away over $150,000 in cash and prizes, ISC has some of the most prestigious judges of any competition in the world. 2019 judges include Coldplay, Dua Lipa, Fleet Foxes, Kevin Gates, Cam, John Mayall, Tom Waits, Bastille, Tanya Tucker, Kaskade, Lonnie Liston Smith, and many more.
Now is your chance to be heard. Don’t delay, ISC’s extended deadline is approaching fast on Nov 6th. Enter your songs today at http://bit.ly/32Bn25y! |
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Music Calendar
10/25 - 11/02
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Please enjoy the following listings comprised of bands, venues, and/or organizations that support Ozark Blues Society. Always check with individual venues for event details and schedule changes.
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10.25
- Ultra Suede for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Steve Dimmitt at JJ's Grill and Chill on Steamboat in Fayetteville
- Zac Brown Band at the AMP in Rogers
- Ozark Blues Society Blues Challenge at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Keith Nicholson at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Ashtyn Barbaree at The Nines in Bentonville
- The Band Woodland at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
10.26
- Buddy Shute and the Motivators at Morano's in Fayetteville
- Hi-Lux at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Will Brand at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
10.27
- Ashtyn Barbaree at Ozark Mountain Bagel in Bentonville
10.29
- NWA Jazz Showcase: Michael Hanna Group at West and Watson in Fayetteville
- Richard Burnett at JJ's Grill and Chill on Steamboat in Fayetteville
10.30
- Brick Fields Blues Therapy at Morano's in Fayetteville
- Vince Turner at JJ's Grill and Chill in Springdale
- Gary Hutchison at JJ's Grill and Chill in Fort Smith
10.31
- Dazz and Brie at Bike Rack Brewing in Bentonville
11.01
- Full House and Rakensack for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Jenna and the Soul Shakers at JJ's Grill and Chill on Dickson in Fayetteville
- BR Records Volume 2 Release Party at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- TJ Scarlett at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Space Pirate for President vs Simeon Basil at The Nines in Bentonville
11.02
- Testify: A Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughn with Nathan Bryce and Loaded Dice at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- Randy Soller at Fred's Hickory Inn in Bentonville
- Dandelion Heart at Warren's Rec Room in Alma
Mark Your Calendar
- 11/4 Dandelion Heart at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- 11/9 Diva Fest: Fundraisor for NWA Women's Shelter at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
- 11/16 Celebrating 50 years of the Cate Brothers at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
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In this issue: 10/25/2019
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On this day
in Blues History
October 25
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Today’s show features music performed by Smiley Lewis and
Eddie Lang
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"We used to play a lot of mazurkas and polkas. Then we started to slip in some improvised passages. I’d slip something in, Eddie would pick it up with a variation. Then I’d come back with a variation. We’d just sit there and knock each other out."
Joe Venuti
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Blues Education Supporters
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Thanks to the following for their support of blues education.
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Check Out these regular local radio programs
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"The Generic Blues Show" hosted by Paul Kelso airs every Friday night at 9pm on KUAF 91.3FM
Rockin' Hog Radio presents "Sunday Morning Blues" from 8am to 10am every Sunday
LINK
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Get Involved with the Ozark Blues Society
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Annual membership levels begin at $15 and give you so much in return, including meeting new friends while enjoying the best blues artists in the area.
By being a member of The Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas, you are helping to support the Arts and to preserve the Original American Art Form known as The Blues.
Membership Benefits Include:
Weekly E-newsletter
Opportunities to win tickets to events
VIP seating at events (when available)
Discounts on OBS merchandise
Social networking – meeting other people who also love the blues
Opportunities to volunteer on OBS committees and at events
Ability to attend board meetings and vote on upcoming organizational issues and elections
Visit our Website to renew or join! Ozarkbluessociety.org
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