Opportunity for Local Musicians
Ignatius Toenjes & Paxico are expanding their live country/southern rock/blues band near Paxico, Kansas, for upcoming performances and larger plans for 2027.
Special Announcement for Musicians & Music Professionals
Through B-LINE, musicians and music professionals can get immediate support from trained crisis counselors who understand the unique challenges of the field.
Congratulations to the Road to Memphis Winners
Congratulations to Road to Memphis winners, The Redbeards and Get to Steppin!
Don’t Miss the Monthly Youth Jam
If you care about the Blues, and you’re not attending the monthly Youth Jam at The Hideout, led by Coyote Bill, you are missing something truly special!
First Trip to The Crossroads
I had the time of my life down in Mississippi, and I encourage anyone who loves music, especially blues music, to join the Pinetop Perkins Foundation.
Back to Clarksdale: 2026 Pinetop Perkins Foundation Workshop
Every year, young musicians from around the world make the journey to Clarksdale, Mississippi to immerse themselves in the music, history, and culture that shaped so much of American music.
Kansas City Limits Presents Haley Burke
Kansas City Limits had a great time talking with Haley Burke and listening to her perform a few of her original acoustic songs.
Blues Music Awards 2026 Winners
All the winners of the 2026 Blues Music Awards
Spotlight on Kansas City’s Youth Musicians
Read all about these up-and-coming young blues musicians: Haley Burke and The Hawks, and Hatchet Jack Kenyon!
KKFI Band Auction – Musicians Wanted!
KKFI is looking for Bands, singer-songwriters, duos, trios, and all things magically musical - deadline extended to April 5
Save the Date – Road to Memphis
Road to Memphis will be held August 1 at Knuckleheads - entry forms will be available May 1!
Legerdemain Album Release
Legerdemain is having an album release event on April 15 at the Warwick Theater.
Local Musicians Nominated for Blues Music Awards
The Kansas City Blues Society is beyond thrilled that several Kansas City blues musicians have received nominations for the 2026 Blues Music Awards.
KC Live 411.com – Kansas City Live Music Calendar
It was created by a music lover who wants performers and venues to be able to make music and get paid, and for fans to be able to easily find their favorite musicians and the venues where they can be seen.
Samantha Fish Interview on American Blues Scene
"...you might be feeling high and mighty one day, and the next day something goes crazy weird. It’s like, well, this is a bit of a humbling experience. So, it keeps you grounded is what I’m saying.”
Feature: The Redbeards
The Redbeards recently received an invitation to represent the Kansas City Blues Society at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee.
Support Our “Road to Memphis” Winners
You will not only enjoy incredible blues performances, but also help our winners raise the funds needed for their Memphis adventure.
Little Hatch: Celebrating his Birth and Music
Reminisce and learn about the legendary Provine “Little” Hatch and listen to his music, played by musicians who knew and loved him.
Blues Memorabilia Needed
The KC Blues & Jazz Festival at the KC Monarchs stadium has asked the KCBS to set up a display featuring blues memorabilia reflecting the evolution of blues music through the years.
Farewell Diane “Mama” Ray
Kansas City mourns the loss of Diane "Mama" Ray, a cherished figure in its blues and jazz community. Her longevity and impact on Kansas City’s music scene was exceeded only by her immense talent and big heart.
Paola Roots Festival 2025 Review
The Paola Roots Festival was started in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to re-create old-style family and community potlucks/picnics.
Coyote Bill: A Mission to Develop Youth Musicians
Coyote Bill is holding Youth Jams and has an open invitation to any young musician to join him at these jams.
Brigett Owens, Kansas City Siren
Brigett’s first performance was at age 19 in a Blues band with a focus on Chicago blues greats and modern influences of Kenny Wayne Shepard and Jonny Lang.
Crossroads, Chords, and Clarksdale: My Experience Attending Pinetop Perkins Workshop
This past week, I packed my guitars, a few outfits, and a whole lot of nerves and headed down to Clarksdale for the Pinetop Perkins Foundation Workshop.