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Photo Moments with the 22nd Annual BFG Magazine!
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 Here's award-winning Alligator recording artist harpman Dennis Gruenling and drummer Pierce Downer of the Nick Moss Band contemplating their Blues Festival Guide magazine in the lobby before we all headed into the Blues Foundation's Blues Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in Memphis, TN.
Awards include 2024 & 2020 Blues Music Award (BMA) "Band of the Year" (Nick Moss Band feat. Dennis Gruenling), 2020 BMA "Traditional Album of the Year" (Nick Moss Band feat. Dennis Gruenling), and the BMA "Harmonica Player of The Year."
Just a few short years from Pierce Downer's high school graduation, he received the call to join the Nick Moss Band as their new drummer.
Photo: Michele Lundeen
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Ocala Steel Orchestra presents their festive International Blues Music Day
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(OCALA, FL) - Come celebrate 1 unforgettable night of soul-stirring blues music with incredible performers! The 2nd International Blues Music Day Ocala (IBMDO) is Saturday, Aug 3, 6pm at the Ocala Civic Theatre-Starlight Studio, 4337 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, Florida. Please bring your own chair and enjoy this is a free event brought to you by Ocala Steel Orchestra (OSO). However, be sure to reserve your spot early.
From powerful vocals to electrifying guitar solos, every performance will showcase the rich heritage and diverse styles within the blues genre plus there' mouthwatering BBQ from the Big Wheels Rollin’ food truck.
Artist Lineup includes: BackAlley Daddy’s ft: Harry Nino-guitar, “Tall Paul” Verdon-drums & David “The Pocket”-bass. The Ocala Steel Orchestra directed by OSO CEO, featuring Sean Thomas ft: Neal West, Michele Kallos, Beck, Rhonda Gonsalves, Cynthia Mikell, John Christom, Chrissy West, Oswald Charles, Sasha West, Will Mikell, Carol Jones, Cristiano Kallos, Leona Maxwell. Plus poet-Ruby Boddie, accompanied by OSO.
Ocala Steel Orchestra (OSO) Inc. 501(c)(3) organization raises funds for purchasing steelpan instruments and establishing a free music program for all. IBMDO is an annual event that celebrates the rich culture and diversity of blues music while also supporting local music education.
Proceeds from the 2nd International Blues Music Day Ocala will benefit the OSO whose mission is to empower individuals from all backgrounds with the opportunity to learn and appreciate the art of steel pan and percussion music, fostering creativity, self-expression, and community building.
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25th Lebanon Blues Festival presents “2024 Women In Blues” Aug 2-3
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 (LEBANON, OH) - The 25th Lebanon Blues Festival presents “2024 Women In Blues” Friday Aug 2nd 5-10pm and Saturday Aug 3rd 11am-11pm. The festival happens in historic downtown Lebanon, at Ohio's Bicentennial Park.
Friday’s lineup features Lil Red & The Rooster, Authorized Personnel, and Shaun Booker Dammit.
Saturday’s lineup features Cheryl Renee, Sharon Lane, Novena, Amy McFarland, Gina & Johnny, Tempted Souls Band, Lady Joya Band, and the Teeny Tucker Band.
Enjoy live music, your favorite foods, a deluxe beer garden, and our re-designed artisan and craftsman row. There’s also Great food for two blocks on Lebanon's Mulberry Street including award winning BBQ, pork chops, homemade desserts, and a deluxe Beer Garden. In addition, you can checkout over 150 classic cars in the Blues, BBQ, and Bumpers Cruise-In on Broadway St.
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New Zealand celebrates International Blues Music Day
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 (MONACO, NELSON, NZ) – In Nelson, New Zealand? Enjoy International Blues Music Day Aug 3 with an evening of celebration of the Blues, from Robert Johnson to Stevie Ray Vaughan. The Tasman Bay Blues Club (TBBC) presents the event at The Barn behind partner’s The Honest Lawyer Country Pub, (1 Point Road) in Monaco, Nelson, New Zealand.
Full sets starting 6:30pm include Dem Blues Boys, Rich & The Poor Boys and The Original Barnstormers Band. Russ Mattsen’s fine outfit will explore the acoustic roots of the early Delta sounds. Rich’s team will crack open the Chicago and Brit Blues beats. The Barnstormers, led by Ivan Outram, will be revisiting the setlist drawn up for the club’s inaugural Jam Night.
There will be something for everyone. Except Siberian nose-flute enthusiasts, probably.
Guests $15, TBBC members $10.
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Don't Miss this NOLA Party
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 Kick off 2025 onboard the ultimate New Orleans music festival at sea – join us January 5-12 aboard the 2025 Big Easy Cruise! Set sail on this extraordinary 7-day vacation filled with the soulful sounds and vibrant energy of the Crescent City. The Big Easy Cruise departs from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and from there you’ll visit the beautiful ports of Key West, Belize City, and Cozumel, experience culinary delights, Artist Q&A, panel discussions, theme nights, and more.
Along with the killer lineup of 75+ artists that already includes Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Keb’ Mo’, St. Paul & The Broken Bones, The Allman Betts Band, Tab Benoit, Anders Osborne, Marcia Ball, and so many more, the folks at Big Easy Cruises have recently added GRAMMY Award-winning vocalist Erica Falls & Vintage Soul, the talented Meschiya Lake & The Little Big Horns, plus New Orleans-based pianist Joe Krown, back by popular demand!
Joe is a familiar favorite onboard, but he’s also been the headline performer at WWOZ's Piano Night during the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival every year since 1997.
Experience sweet NOLA charm and music with fresh performances and familiar favorites.
Don’t miss the boat! Cabins are going quickly - reserve yours before it’s too late. Use this link for a special BluesGuide discount code.
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• Inland Empire Blues Society’s 1st Blues Bash Aug 2-3
• Reno Blues Society presents August Blues
• Blues Lovers United San Diego Youth Camp
• Sacramento Blues Society 45th Anniversary concert Aug 11
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 (PLUMMER, ID) – The Inland Empire Blues Society’s 1st Annual Blues Bash will be held Aug 2-3 at Bobbi's (785 C St.) in Plummer, Idaho. Free camping available.
Appearing Friday
• 7-9p Outside: Mark Cornett & National Remedy
Appearing Saturday
• 4-5:30pm Outside: The Vaughn Jensen Band W/ Perry Roper (Tri-Cities)
• 5:30-6:15pm Inside: Meghan Sullivan (Spokane)
• 6:30-8:30pm Outside: The Lake City Blues Band (Moses Lake)
• 8:30-9pm Inside: Meghan Sullivan (Spokane)
• 9-11:30pm Inside: The Rae Gordon Band (Portland)
Tickets can be found here
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 (CARSON CITY, NV) - The Reno Blues Society (RBS) and the Nashville Club (1105 So. Carson St.) in Carson City, Nevada, are excited to bring you two great shows!
Experience the raw essence of blues with Atlanta’s world-renowned blues-rock guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter, Tinsley Ellis when he brings his exciting and emotional solo performance to Nashville Social Club’s Swan Music Hall on Friday, August 2nd.
Experience the electrifying sound of the Delta Wires Aug 23. These honored members of the California Blues Hall of Fame are renowned for their dynamic blend of blues that echoes from the Delta to Chicago. High energy harmonica and horns from the San Francisco Bay Area.
If you're an RBS member contact them for your discount codes.
Find tix for both shows here.
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 (SAN DIEGO, CA) - Blues Lovers United of San Diego (BLUSD) will hold their annual Blues Youth Summer Camp Aug 5-9 for ages 11-17. Students range from beginners to advanced and come together in one short week to learn the roots and history of the blues, build confidence and performance skills. The 10-15 songs learned in one short week range from classics to contemporary and include a variety of styles and tempos.
Counselors include San Diego Blues Music Award-winning artists and nominees Robin Henkel (guitar), Mercedes Moore (vocals), Ric Lee (drums), Michele Lundeen (vocals), Jerry DeMink (guitar), Karl Dring (bass and harmonica) and Grammy winning Lenny "Fuzzy" Rankins (keys and musical director).
The Camp will culminate in the graduate's finale concert that is open to the public at Northminster Church (4324 Clairmont Mesa Bvd.) San Diego, California 6:30-9pm. There is no cover but donations are more than welcomed.
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 (SACRAMENTO, CA) - The Sacramento Blues Society is celebrating 45 years with “Songs That Changed Our Lives,” a seated “supper club-styled” show (no dance floor) Sunday, August 11 at Harlow’s, (2708 J St.), Sacramento, California, featuring four powerful women singers.
Artists Chrissie O’Dell, Dana Moret, Pinkie Rideau, and Tia Carroll have chosen songs that were important to them from each of the decades the SBS has been in existence. Each singer will be doing favorite R&B, soul and blues songs from over the decades and a few originals. It’s a way of giving a visceral nod to all the SBS years —70s, 80s, 90s, the 2000s, the 2010s, and now, the 2020s.
The ladies will be backed by many members of the stellar Cold Blood/Zenn VuDu group: Steve Dunne(guitar and vocals/music director), Jonathan Stoyanoff (bass), Larry Davis (keyboard), Bryan Kilfoil (drums), and Otis Mourning (sax/clarinet).
Doors are 5pm and showtime 6pm. Tickets can be found here or in person at Harlow’s box office (if you’re an SBS member make sure to bring member card for your discount).
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Sam Joyner :: COME WHAT MAY
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 New Orleans’ Blues, R&B, Soul, Reggae, singer, songwriter keyboard player Sam Joyner was born and raised in Chicago area by way of Tunica Mississippi.
Come What May, his latest album, features twelve songs of varied repertoire. He covers topics of one-side relationships, Saturday night juke joint parties, compatible relationships and more.
“Sam Joyner possesses a distinctive musical DNA that has shaped his career. Renowned as one of the most captivating performers and storytellers, Sam has a knack for infusing his acts with humor. His immense talent and authentic approach stem from his upbringing and genuine life experiences. …Sam's most profound journey unfolds between Chicago, Mississippi, and New Orleans. He embodies the harmonious blend of the rich musical cultures that connect these regions.” (excerpts from Shirley Waring, Mississippi Ambassador, Blues Hall of Fame®)
"Teddy's Juke Joint"
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Joanne Shaw Taylor - "Keep On Lovin' Me" (Live)
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Just In Case... plus upcoming Holidays & Birthdays
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 It might be the dog days of Summer but
"Hard times ain't nothing
that music won't help heal..."
Birthdays: Aug 1-Dietra Farr (1957) Robert Cray (1953), Bill Stuve (1951); Aug 2-Big Walter Price (1917-2012), Mark Naftalin (1944); Aug 3- Mercy Dee Walton (1915–1962), Matthew Skoller (1962); Aug 4-Louis Armstrong (1901-1971); Aug 6- Willie Lee Brown (1900–1952), Corey Stevens (1954); Aug 7-Magic Slim Morris Holt (1937–2013), Annika Chambers-DesLauriers (1992); Aug 8-Joe Tex (1933-1982), Jimmy Witherspoon (1920–1997), Robert Randolph (1977), Lady Bianca (1953); Aug 9-Trudy Lynn (1947); Aug 10-Ronnie Spector (1945-2022), Grego Anderson (1968), Leo Fender (1908-1991), Mighty Mike Schermer (1966); Aug 11-"Crying" Sam Collins (1887-1949), Aug 12-Percy Mayfield (1920-1984), Roy Gaines (1934-2021), Albert Castiglia (1969)
 Just in Case: Just in case: August 8 is "International Cat Day" — a day to celebrate one of man’s most common and ancient pets. Independent, adventurous, cool. I think we can take a step further and think of all the "cool cats" or references that have crossed our path in the blues. "Black Cat Bone" comes to mind ... Ana Popovic's "Daddy Was A Preacher (Mama Was An Alley Cat), Katie Webster's "Pussy Cat Moan"... and...? While sliding around that YouTube rabbit hole I rediscovered "It Should've Been Me," an old song my band used to do by Commander Cody (originally recorded by Ray Charles with Jesse Stone in 1954)... while only one mention... "Down on the corner, was a real sharp cat... had a $300 suit, $100 hat. Standing on the curb, by a Dynaflow, voice from inside said 'come on daddy let's go!'" ....but was sure fun to hear it again! ____________________________________________
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Tony Mart Presents
Mardi Gras on the Boardwalk (Every Weds)
Through Sep-04-2024
Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA
Calgary International
Blues Festival
Jul-29-2024 - Aug-04-2024
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Jus' Blues Music Awards & Conference
Jul-31-2024 - Aug-03-2024
Biloxi, Mississippi, USA
Blues on the Chippewa
Aug-01-2024 - Aug-03-2024
Durand, Wisconsin, USA
Mammoth Bluesapalooza
Aug-01-2024 - Aug-04-2024
Mammoth Lakes, California, USA
Notodden Blues Festival
Aug-01-2024 - Aug-04-2024
Notodden, Norway
Lebanon Blues Festival
Aug-02-2024 - Aug-03-2024
Lebanon, Ohio, USA
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Omaha's Blues Fest
Aug-03-2024
Omaha, Nebraska, USA
TD Kitchener Blues Festival
Aug-08-2024 - Aug-11-2024
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Nanaimo Blues Festival
Aug-08-2024 - Aug-11-2024
Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada
Heritage Music Blues Fest
Aug-09-2024 - Aug-11-2024
Wheeling, West Virginia, USA
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Waukesha Blues FestAug-09-2024 - Aug-10-2024
Delafield, Wisconsin, USA
Bayfront Blues Festival
Aug-09-2024 - Aug-11-2024
Duluth, Minnesota, USA
Sunflower River Blues Fest
Aug-09-2024 - Aug-11-2024
Clarksdale, Mississippi USA
Howth Roots and Blues FestivalAug-09-2024 - Aug-11-2024 Dublin, Ireland
31st Chenango Blues FestivalAug-15-2024 - Aug-17-2024 Norwich, New York, USA
Big Bull Falls Blues FestAug-16-2024 - Aug-17-2024 Wausau, Wisconsin, USA
Madison Ribberfest
BBQ & BluesAug-16-2024 - Aug-17-2024 Madison, Indiana, USA
White Mountain Boogie
& Blues Festival
Aug-16-2024 - Aug-18-2024
Thornton, New Hampshire, USA
Red's Old Timers Music FestivalAug-31-2024 Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA
Rentiesville Dusk 'til Dawn
Blues FestivalAug-31-2024 - Sep-02-2024 Rentiesville, Oklahoma, USA
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