2017 National Heritage Fellows Announced
"The National Endowment for the Arts is proud to honor these individuals for artistic mastery, as well as a commitment to sharing their traditions."
Harmonica Player Phil Wiggins Honored with NEA National Heritage Fellowship
Today, Phil Wiggins is the only living player of the instrument to hold the prestigious honor of “Master of Traditional Arts.”
Blues From The Top Festival Is a Labor of Love
"The blues festival is a blues family that includes the fans that have come together with all of us, partnering to make it a success."
Chicago Blues Festival Finds New Home in Millennium Park
The Chicago Blues Festival is one of the last great free festivals dedicated to keeping the blues alive right at home. Thanks, Chicago!
On the Road with Southern Avenue June 6th – 12th
Southern Avenue continues to bring fans their blistering Memphis blues, filled with infectious energy, joyful showmanship, and masterful playing...
“Take Me To The River” Live at GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi
GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi presents a live performance experience based on the award-winning film and record, "Take Me To The River"...
On the Road with Southern Avenue – Smokin’ In Steele BBQ and Blues Festival
Southern Avenue blew the roof off with their brand of soulful Blues and delivered it Memphis style.
Alligator Artists Performing at the 34th Annual Chicago Blues Festival
Fans come from all over the world to Chicago during this time, so here is a complete listing of Alligator artist performances in the Chicago area surrounding this year's festival.
Buddy Guy’s Presenting Weekly Blues at Navy Pier – Part of Live on the...
Every Wednesday night this summer, join fellow blues lovers in the Miller Lite Beer Garden for free, live blues presented by Buddy Guy’s Legends.
TBT – Joe Cocker’s Thrown Together Epiphany, ‘Mad Dogs & Englishmen’
In 1970 Cocker was given only nine days to put together a band for his upcoming tour. Up against the wall and without a band, he turned to his friend Leon Russell for help.
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