Blues Music Awards 2026 Winners
All the winners of the 2026 Blues Music Awards
‘They Raided the Joint’ – Chicago’s 1815 Club
I was going my gig at the New 1815 Club on the West Side of Chicago. When I arrived, the club was already packed! Aged sixteen, I was well into my year-long ‘apprentice gig’ every Friday and Saturday with The Wolf Pack...
Blues in the Schools Program Launch
The Blues in the Schools (BITS) program is an educational initiative designed to bring blues music, history, and culture into classrooms throughout the Kansas City metro.
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.
Appalachian Blues: blues from the mountains
The Appalachian Mountains are only now beginning to be recognized as one of the primary incubators of African-American music, especially the blues tradition.
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.
The Rhythm Room, Phoenix’s Premier Blues Venue
Owned and operated by the renowned blues harmonica virtuoso Bob Corritore, this venue plays an essential role in supporting and nurturing the blues tradition.
The Blues Classroom Teacher’s Guide
In 2003, PBS, in conjunction with the Experience Music Project, created a teacher's guide to assist in the integration of blues music, culture, and history into American classrooms.
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.
KC Jazz & Blues Festival Returns
We commend and support the KC Monarchs for bringing back the KC Blues & Jazz festival.
FortFest 2025 Report
What started as a backyard thank-you party and house warming four years ago has turned into quite the festival.
A Home for Blues News Magazines
If you’ve been wondering what to do with your stack of old Blues News newsletters that you couldn’t bear to part with, here’s some good news.
Laura and Bill Snow on Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise #41
Laura and Bill Snow, longtime KCBS members and supporters, chose to celebrate Bill’s birthday on LRBC #41, which embarked from San Diego on October 26-November 2, 2024.
FortFest24 – A Blues and Community Success in a Beautiful Park
With Care to Share's Fundraiser Blues Festival called FortFest, the last weekend of September ranks as the best weekend to visit Fort Scott KS, bar none.
FortFest ’24
Now in its 3rd year, this FREE Blues festival is a rapid up-and-comer. Only 90 minutes from North KC and barely an hour from 435 & Metcalf, FortFest offers a great lineup in a beautiful shaded park.
Local Organizations Helping Musicians
Learn about two organizations that support musicians going through hard times.
KC Juke house Looking for Blues Band
The Kansas City Juke House, 1700 E. 18th Street, Kansas City, MO, located in the historic 18th and Vine entertainment district, is searching for a blues band or band that …
Records with Merritt
Smack in the middle of a Westport neighborhood in Kansas City is a music store that bills itself as the place “where vinylists come to play.”
APPLY NOW FOR COVID RECOVERY GRANTS FOR ARTISTS
The Arts Council of Johnson County’s application for their Johnson County COVID Recovery Grants for Artists is live!
Holy-Field Winery Summer Time Music Series Lineup
The Holy-Field Winery has a rich history of presenting an excellent array of music from May through August.
Monthly Spotlight – Angela Adkins of The Hideout
The Hideout Bar and Grill, located at 6948 North Oak Trafficway, Gladstone, MO, is a gem in the local live music arena, with a serious food menu. Go for great …
Cruise Raffle Ticket Time
If it’s April, it must be time for the most anticipated event of the year. It’s the annual sale of cruise raffle tickets to the Legendary Rhythm and Blues Cruise!
Pinetop Perkins Masterclass Workshop 2023
If you'd like to join us for the June 13-17, 2023 Pinetop Perkins Masterclass session in Clarksdale, MS, please set your alarms to register NOW!
KCK Street Blues Festival “Last Waltz”
November 23-27th, 2022 Knuckleheads The organizers of the Kansas City Kansas Street Blues Festival have announced its “Last Waltz!” This is their proper “Goodbye” and everyone is invited to join …