In This Issue -- 12/20/24
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Starting the New Year Off Right!
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Our next Jam is on January 9th, at the Music Depot in Downtown Rogers, hosted by Oreo Blue with guest Vince Turner! It's free for all ages. If you want to jam, just sign in and we'll get you up to join in. See you there!
FREE ADMISSION TO ALL, but donations are appreciated.
**If you or your band would like to perform, or individually join the roster of OBS core players, please contact Diane Rudolph at
for more information**
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News of the Upcoming IBC in Memphis
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The Blues Foundation's ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE IN MEMPHIS, Jan. 7-11, 2025! Every year, Ozark Blues Society has sent volunteers to help run the massive event which takes pla ce in every venue up and down Beale Street. This year, our Vice President Diane Rudolph is playing drums in the house band for the Women in Blues Showcase on Thursday, Jan 9th. On the other days of the event, she'll be working as an at-large volunteer for the competition. We don't yet know what her assignment will be, but she'll be reporting back to us every day.
Every year since 2003, OBS has sponsored a band and solo/duo act, and a Best Self-Produced CD submission to compete in this high-profile event that lasts 4 days. And every year we have sent volunteers to run venues, manage stages, and assist in the IBC HQ. There is on average about 250 competitors each year. OBS has had bands and solo/duo artists go to the Semi-Finals and the Finals. They know who we are in Memphis, that's for sure. This year we are sending these artists and this CD:
- BATTERTON & EDWARDS - Use this link and enjoy getting to know our Duo Artists Competitor. They were phenomenal at our Blues Challenge, and we are so excited for the judges and attendees to hear and see them. We have every expectation they're going to do very well in the competition! Send them an email or comment on their Facebook page, and let them know you're cheering for them! Here's their performance on the Good Day NWA tv show -- Ozark Blues Society-Batterton & Edwards
- BLUES CITY LIMITS - This group of players competed strongly at our Blues Challenge, and are now on their way to Memphis. We're extremely confident they will do well, not only with the judges, but with the festival bookers and music biz people who will be in attendance. Reach out to them and let them know you support them and wish them every success! Here's the video of their performance on the Good Day NWA tv show - Ozark Blues Society - Blues City Limits
- BUDDY SHUTE-Best Self Produced CD - Here's your link to get to know Buddy Shute -- but who doesn't know Buddy already!? He's a Memphis Blues singer/songwriter, and has been based here in NWA for many, many years. OBS is extremely proud to have submitted his latest CD to the Blues Foundation's competition. Support Buddy and buy his CD, and let him know how much you appreciate his music!
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Donate here to the Bound for Beale fund
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If you weren't able to attend our Bound for Beale Fundraiser last month, you can use the funding link below. BATTERTON & EDWARDS and BLUES CITY LIMITS are psyched to get to Memphis to compete at the International Blues Challenge in January. We'll be reporting their Memphis stories, so stay tuned!
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OBS PLANNING COMMITTEE TO MEET IN DECEMBER
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OBS Planning Committee will meet later this month to lay out the 2025 plans for events and fundraising. We've got a big job ahead of us, to do all we want to get accomplished! We will report our strategies at the next board meeting in January. All members are welcome to attend, along with invited guests. Use this link to check your membership status or sign up:
If your annual membership renewal is coming up, you can renew right now while the membership fee is still $15. It will go up to $20/year at the beginning of 2025.
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Kudos, Kudos, and More Kudos
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As we approach the end of 2024, let's send out our great appreciation to those who have made this a successful, motivating year for the Ozark Blues Society of NWA.
- We especially send KUDOS to all of our members, volunteers, newsletter subscribers, and event attendees. Without you, there would be no possible way to present events and provide news of our activities.
- KUDOS to our Board Members: Liz Lottmann, president; Diane Rudolph, vice president, Doug Myles, treasurer; Dawn Cate, secretary, and the Board of Directors members Kenny Hackman, Juergen Lottmann, Kayla Hiett, Michael Hiett, and Roger Thomas.
- Very Special KUDOS to our Board Advisor, Steve Carter, who will be essential in our 2025 planning.
- Very Special KUDOS to our website designer, Dave Barfield, who has been there for us night and day as we develop and perfect our online presence.
All in all, we have an incredible organization, and without all of you, it just wouldn't be possible! Kudos and thanks!!!
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Bree Noble, who formed the Female Musicians Academy, has encouraged us to share this link to join their newsletter. Anyone can sign up, and there is a lot of really good information in every issue:
Bree says you can also get their 39 Streams of Income for Musicians guide here:
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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:
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ARTIST LISTINGS:
if you would like to see your performances listed here, contact LIZ LOTTMANN:
VENUE and PUBLICATIONS LISTINGS, many featuring Blues and Jazz performances and jams:
Please Submit Dates or Website Show Links for Regional Blues Artists and Group Events here: EVENT SUBMISSION EMAIL |
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Live Blues Videos on TV 24/7
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Just a reminder that you can watch some of your favorite Blues artists in live performance on Blues Music Television. It's a great way to warm up when the cold wind is blowing! Blues Music TV on Facebook HERE .
Want more? Check out their all-Blues channel on ROKU and FIRESTICK HERE!
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Annual membership levels begin at $15 until January 1, 2025. After that, they are $20/year. 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 board meetings and vote on upcoming organizational issues and elections
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... 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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Presented by
Big Train and the
Loco Motives
Find these weekly videos and more when you visit Big Train and the Loco Motives YouTube Page HERE:
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Check these out!
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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!
Hangnail's Hollers
Stories From the Blues
By Hangnail Slim
Blues lovers! Check out the new Substack newsletter written by Hangnail Slim. To read his weekly edition, or to subscribe, check out Hangnail Slim's page HERE.. |
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