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Our Mission is to preserve blues heritage, celebrate blues recording and performance, expand worldwide awareness of the blues, and ensure the future of the uniquely American art form.
The Blues Foundation
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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE’S TOP SELECTIONS FOR 2024!
BAND DIVISION
Winner: Piper and The Hard Times
2nd Place Band: The Stephen Hull Experience
3rd Place Band: Mandalyn & The Hunters
SOLO/DUO DIVISION
Winner: Joe Waters
2nd Place: Drum & Dye
BEST GUITAR AWARD
Winner: Stephen Hull
MEMPHIS CIGAR BOX GUITAR AWARD (BEST SOLO/DUO GUITARIST)
Winner: Bill Dye
LEE OSKAR HARMONICA AWARD (BEST HARMONICA PLAYER)
Winner: John Paul
BEST SELF-PRODUCED CD
Winner: Sister Lucille – Tell the World
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The Blues Foundation
2y ago
French Band The Wacky Jugs Win the IBCs Band Division Phoenix Artist Eric Ramsey Triumphs in the Solo/Duo Division
THE WACKY JUGS©Roger Stephenson
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — One act came from France and the other from Phoenix, but they both proved to be outstanding at this year’s International Blues Challenge finals, which took place May 9th in Memphis’ historic Orpheum Theatre.
The Wacky Jugs, representing France Blues, left Memphis with a first-place finish in the Band Division, while T.C. Carter took home the Gibson Guitar Award for Best Band Guitarist (Piedmont Blues Preservation Society ..read more
The Blues Foundation
2y ago
BLUES MUSIC AWARDS 2022 WINNERS
ANNOUNCED AT FIRST IN-PERSON BMA EVENT SINCE 2019
Tommy Castro is the big winner with three awards
with multiple honors going to Sue Foley & Christone “Kingfish” Ingram
MEMPHIS, Tenn. —The Renasant Convention Center was packed with blues musicians, fans, and music-world luminaries on May 5th, anxious to see who would be the winners at the 43rd Annual Blues Music Awards. Besides awarding honors in 25 categories, the BMAs, as is its tradition, featured performances from many nominees, with the gala ending in a jubilant all-star jam.
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The Blues Foundation
2y ago
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 17, 2022
LUCILLE BOGAN, LITTLE WILLIE JOHN, JOHNNIE TAYLOR, OTIS BLACKWELL, AND MARY KATHERINE ALDIN WILL BE CELEBRATED AS NEW BLUES HALL OF FAMERS ON MAY 4, 2022 Landmark recordings by:
Bobby “Blue” Bland, Roy Brown, Bo Diddley, B.B. King,Baby Face Leroy Trio, and Sonny Boy Williamson II To receive Hall of Fame recognition at The Blues Foundation’s ceremony in Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The 12 honorees of The Blues Foundation’s Blues Hall of Fame’s 42nd class encompass over 70 years of music, spanning from Lucille Bogan in the 1 ..read more
The Blues Foundation
2y ago
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KEB’ MO’, TOMMY CASTRO, TOM HAMBRIDGE, CHRIS CAIN, SUGARAY RAYFORD, ERIC GALES, ARE AMONG THE DISTINGUISHED, DIVERSE GROUP OF NOMINEES TO BE CELEBRATED AT THE 43RD ANNUAL BLUES MUSIC AWARDS
The Blues Foundation will reveal the winners at its Gala Ceremony in Memphis on May 5
Blues Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony May 4
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — An impressive assembly of blues music masters, ranging from Blues Hall of Famers to rising stars, will gather in Memphis on Thursday, May 5th, for th ..read more
The Blues Foundation
2y ago
Dear Blues Foundation Members,
Passion. Devotion. Welcoming. Embracing. This is what I feel as I get to know everyone here. As the newcomer to the family, I thank you for the tremendous opportunity to serve as The Blues Foundation’s CEO.
In my short time here, I have learned your love for The Foundation stems from its history of extraordinary experiences. From amazing events to the Blues Hall of Fame – you support us because of the wonderful ways your membership allows you to celebrate and pay homage to the blues.
The Blues Foundation membership experience is so amazing, that you ..read more
The Blues Foundation
2y ago
The Blues Foundation is excited to announce the new dates for the
International Blues Challenge: May 6 – 9, 2022
It will be a full week of blues this May in Memphis as we celebrate the Blues Music Award nominees and winners on Thursday, May 5 and are Back On Beale with IBC beginning Friday, May 6.
IBC Important Dates
Friday, May 6: Quarterfinals Night 1
Saturday, May 7: Quarterfinals Night 2
Sunday, May 8: KBA Ceremony, Youth Showcases, & Semifinals
Monday, May 9: IBC Finals at The Orpheum
Stay tuned for the updated IBC event schedule that incl ..read more
The Blues Foundation
2y ago
The Blues Foundation Board of Directors has made the very difficult decision to postpone the 37th International Blues Challenge that was to take place January 18-22, 2022.
While this decision is coming at a late stage, it was not made lightly. As recently as mid-December, the COVID-19 pandemic and Omicron variant seemed under control, as vaccination rates were growing and large events were taking place successfully with safety protocols in place. The past couple of weeks, however, have shown a significant increase in positive cases not only in the US but globally. Memphis has seen its highes ..read more
The Blues Foundation
2y ago
The Blues Foundation will celebrate the Keeping the Blues Alive Award Recipients during IBC week at a ceremony and brunch on Friday, January 21, 2022 at 11:00am at the DoubleTree Hotel.
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Get to know the 2022 KBA Award Recipients
Big Blues Bender’s HART Party
The Big Blues Bender is a 4-day music festival held annually in Las Vegas, NV. Each year the opening night is a fundraiser that supports the HART (Handy Artist Relief Trust) Fund. The Bender graciously donates all of the door proceeds towards the HART Party, as well as donating ..read more
The Blues Foundation
2y ago
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 21, 2021
Memphis, TN — The Blues Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Judith Black as its new President and CEO effective January 1, 2022. Black is co-founder and previously served as President of the Tarik Black Foundation; a foundation focused on delivering youth life skills education. The foundation’s mission is to provide young people access to practical information and exposure through real world experiences. She was also responsible for all operations, grants, fundraising, and programs and spearheaded the brand launch of ‘Taking Back the ..read more