His parents opened the Cafe in 1948, and he has owned and operated the juke joint himself since 1970. This year's festival will take place at LeClaire Park in Davenport from Sept. 16-17. His program has been going strong since 1994. Mississippi has much to lure and love, and that includes a great selection of events and festivals throughout the entire calendar year. September 09, 2022 - The Mississippi River Parkway Commission offers The Great River Road - a historic, scenic drive that traces the Mississippi River's course through 10 states and over 3,000 miles. . Other Mississippi events feature a variety of music, food, sport, books, films, markets and culinary offerings ranging from pecans to burgers. Visitors to the area can find more information about places to eat and stay including hotels, motels, and RV Parks in the Yazoo County area at this website or by calling the Yazoo County CVB at 800-381-0662. After high school graduation, she relocated to Vancouver where she formed The Sue Foley Band. The purpose of the Annual Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival is to reach a worldwide audience with a celebration of the contributions the Mississippi Delta Blues culture has made to the American story - and to help preserve that culture. Nova and Krause spent decades playing together in The Blue Band from Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In 2008, guitarist Kid Andersen replaced Charlie Baty and with previous band members Hansen and Farrell they formed Rick Estrin & The Nightcats. You can't play someone else's rhythm - as rhythm comes from your heart. Those are the words of Buddy Guy in a recent issue of American Blues Scene, describing an impromptu performance with Vanessa Collier on the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise. Because Billy's Blues credentials include dozens of years spent working side-by-side with many of Chicago's illustrious Blues musicians of years gone by, he is considered an ambassador of Chicago Blues. . Since its inception, the band has played around the world, including Norway, Switzerland, Brazil, Ireland, Turkey, and the Netherlands. For additional information, please visit MACEs website at www.deltabluesms.org or the Blues Festivals Facebook page at MSDeltaBlues. BB King is also honoured in the BB King Homecoming Festival, which features lots of his legendary music and that of other visiting artists. While inspired by, but not tethered to the kings and titans of blues guitar, he has found his own estimable path to personal expression always at the service of the song. Go here to update it. Estrin fronted Little Charlie & the Nightcats for 30 years and performed around the world. September 12, 2022 - September 16, 2022 @ 12:00 am - 11:45 pm - September 12th, 2022 - September 16th, 2022 44th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival "Blues Week" September 17th, 2022 45th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival Named after long time volunteers Steve Pedigo and Jimmie Jones, this is where we feature both local and regional talent. Whether live or on record, Altered Five performs seamlessly as a powerhouse entity encompassing the timeless blues virtues of passion and unwavering commitment funneled through technical excellence. How can you help? His two subsequent albums with The Thunderbolts, have also gained national attention. All Rights Reserved. No weapons of any kind. Foley feels its almost a living extension of who she is and helps guide her through the rambunctiously deep renditions of everything she performs. Matt Woods is both a native of Iowa, and a longstanding purveyor of its diverse music scene. This year's Blues Festival will be at the historic LeClaire Park. Experiences like that profoundly affect ones aspirations. Foley was born in Ottawa, Ontario, and spent her early childhood in Canada. Ticket holders will have access to a reserved section with seating at the Memphis Tourism Blues Stage on Beale. A law enforcement officer shot one suspected gunman dead, officials said. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Music: BL CZ RB ? Click the image below to download a copy of the press release. 2023 Copyright FindFestival, Inc. All rights reserved. Sunday's events at the Mississippi Mudbug Festival, which was supposed to be the festival's final day, have been canceled, according to organizers. He was one of the first artists to develop a Blues in Schools curriculum. GREENVILLE, MISSISSIPPI With the relaxing of the COVID-19 restrictions and many inquiries from blues fans from around the country, MACE wants the public to know that the 46th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival (MDBHF) will be produced LIVE at the Washington County Convention Center and Fairgrounds on September 16, 2023 . For Immediate Release. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Last May, 22 people were shot, two fatally, at a concert and birthday party at a banquet hall in suburban Miami, just days after a dozen people were shot at a concert in North Charleston, South Carolina. You play like a man! Muddy wanted Estrin to go on the road with him, but Estrin missed Muddys phone call and it never happened. FestivalNet is not the event & does not book the participants; we provide contact info to save you time in event research. For a while, he roomed with Mike Bloomfield, who introduced him to Jimi Hendrix and the Grateful Dead. Meanwhile, the Memphis Tourism Blues Stage on Bealerelocates the festival's popular Blues Tent theme to Handy Park, 200 Beale St. One person was killed and five others were injured when multiple shooters opened fire Saturday at the Mississippi Mudbug Festival in Jackson, authorities said. You Ain't Getting Out of here without Singing The Blues The 50th Anniversary Bentonia Blues Festival takes place June 16-18, 2022, in downtown Bentonia at the historic Blue Front Cafe. The official date is on a Saturday, but events and activities around the festival spread across four days, and much of the week proceeding it. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. We will find out who's all involved and they should be held accountable and responsible for this very reckless incident," Jones said. This year we have over 10 food and merch vendors! Kevin is a registered artist, and artist educator with the state of Iowa Arts Council. Sign up for our newsletter for lineup and ticket announcements! Foley has toured steadily with her band, toting her signature pink paisley Fender Telecasterworking and sharing the stage with greats such as B.B. His internationally recognized Blues in Schools Program is committed to teaching students of all ages about the Blues as the roots of America's music. They are housed in urban academic institutions and archives. Blues Blast raves that barrel-chested front man Jeff Taylor possesses a smooth, warm-toned voice as monumental and undeniable as Howlin Wolf with the finish and flourish of B.B. HOME - Deep Blues Fest | Clarksdale, Mississippi OCTOBER 12-15, 2023 3 Tickets ALL PASSES $75 BENEFACTOR PASS $125 BUY TICKETS Trip planning FOR A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO ALL THINGS CLARKSDALE, GO TO OUR LOCAL TOURISM WEBSITE, VISIT CLARKSDALE. Please visit the Sponsor's Page to see our Sponsors for the 46thAnnual Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival. THERE, YOU'LL FIND INFORMATION ON LODGING, DINING, NIGHTLIFE, AND SO MUCH MORE! Id like to think that when someone puts on one of my records they would know from the first notes, Thats Joe Louis Walker.'. Her latest album, Pinkys Blues is a raw, electric guitar driven romp through the backroads of Texas, with Foleys signature Telecaster, Pinky at the wheel. The Sensational Barnes Brothers: 6:10 p.m. Festival guests with general admission single-day tickets are not allowed to exit and re-enter the festival. Sat, Jun 17, 10:00 AM. Memphis in May 2022:From Memphis rap to the '90s: 10 highlights from Beale Street . Now she's shining as a solo artist, Things to do in Memphis: 'Beetlejuice,' 'Mrs. No coolers, unless empty. Tickets Tickets for the 45th Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival https://mace.myimpacttickets.com/events/22296 VIP / Backstage - $100 General Admission - $40 Early Bird General Admission - $30.00 through September 5, 2022 RV rates 3 days - $200 2 days - $175 1 day - $100 To Reserve your RV Space, Please contact Marie Payton (662) 335-3162 Tell agent group code MVBSG22, provide arrival and departure dates, continue with reservation. Dust storm causes crash in central Illinois, at least 6 dead, Downtown Davenport businesses breathe sigh of relief as Mississippi reaches crest on Monday, 'Blues is the roots' | Billy Branch teaches lesson on Black history, music to kids, Watch unreleased Stephen King movies for free this August at Figge Art Museum. Attendees 16 and younger get in FREE with an adult! It is one of America's top celebrations of authentic music and as always it is FREE. Bernard was first introduced to the roots of black music and the art of the electric guitar by his father, the late great Luther Allison. Performers and performance times are also subject to change without notice. He has a unique can box guitar and a particular way of playing that sets him apart. King. Downbeat declares stealth guitarist Jeff Schroedl reaches the high bar of mixed invention and fluidity. Fueled by a rhythm section laying down the deepest grooves this side of the MGs, the five blues blasters hit the ground running 20 years ago and show no sign of easing up. Since 1978, in addition to recording and performing, he has taught hundreds of thousands of children around the world. Only three-day and VIP pass holders may exit and re-enter the park. - 34th Sunflower River Blues & Gospel Festival - FREE festival in historic downtown Clarksdale, MS, specializing in real-deal Mississippi blues acts; full lineup at www.sunflowerfest.org (or scroll down to end of this month, below). In 1976, Mississippi Action for Community Education, Incorporated(MACE) saw the need to help create financing for educational programs and gave birth to the "Delta Blues & Heritage Festival". Bernard is blessed with his fathers soulful voice, spiritual devotion and a musical freedom, which experiments with the blues. Read the . Camelback hydration packs, 1.75 liters or less. ), June 16th, 2022 starts @ 3pmRed Meat RhetoricShaun MarshRyan Lee CrosbyLittle Willie FarmerR L Boyce, June 17th, 2022 starts @ 3pmLittle MS SoulRL SuperBadRandy 19th Street Red CohenTerry Harmonica BeanGhalia VoltBobby Rush. Several people were injured and one person is dead after several suspects were involved in a shooting at the Mudbug Festival in Jackson, Miss., April 30, 2022. MACE is aware that to many blues fans, the Blues is Like ComingHome.Rest assured that the 45thAnnual Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival will provide the music, the food, the fun and all the down home experiences that have encouraged our fans to make the annual trip to the Delta in support of the Festival for the last 44 years. FESTIVAL HISTORY; Select Page. What industry and media people are saying about the band's eponymously-titled CD: "This was a very enjoyable listen; everyone playing the blues with a real sense of the tradition, no desire to show off, and real ensemble work. After 17 years of recording experience, Bernard has perfected his sound. General admission three-day passes cost $205 and are available until May 4. You may also obtain additional information from the Washington County Convention & Visitors Bureaus website at www.visitgreenville.org. Though he performs between 325 and 400 shows a year, he holds nothing back night after night and audiences leave knowing that. The Mississippi Valley Blues Society announced its lineup for Blues Fest 2022 on Friday, June 10. As a master musician and multi-instrumentalist, Vanessa Collier, weaves funk, soul, rock, and blues into every powerful performance and she is downright impressive. GREENVILLE, MISSISSIPPIWith the relaxing of the COVID-19 restrictions and many inquiries from blues fans from around the country, MACE wants the public to know that the 45thAnnual Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival (MDBHF) will be producedLIVEat the Washington County Convention Center and Fairgrounds onSeptember 17, 2022. The river, the mud pies and the music and a landscape of cotton fields, rolling hills and golden sands. GREENVILLE, MISSISSIPPI With the relaxing of the COVID-19 restrictions and many inquiries from blues fans from around the country, MACE wants the public to know that the 45 th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival (MDBHF) will be produced LIVE at the Washington County Convention Center and Fairgrounds on September 17, 2022. Schroedl propels, embellishes, and adds palpable power through his varied rhythm accompaniment and riveting guitar solos. Love Me Momma note for note. July 14, 2022. The second annual Mudbug Festival was billed as a family fun event with live bands, carnival rides and a crawfish boil and eating contest. Additional questions and requests can be directed to the MVBS.org contact form. 1pm - Open Jam at Blues Wizard's new, air-conditioned Lunatic Fringe Luthiery (247 Delta Ave.), 1pm-5pm . Participate Our Sponsors Matts first solo album, If I Was a Fish, finished in the top 5 of The Blues Foundations best self-produced CD category in 2006. I knew then that it would be a great event, but I never knew it would be as big as it is now, says Jimmy Duck Holmes, owner of the Blue Front Cafe and creator of the Bentonia Blues Festival. 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. These do not have to be clear. Since the 1990s, The Soul Searchers have been one of the most in-demand live music groups in Iowa. Blues musician Bobby Rush had been scheduled to close out the festival with a performance Sunday night. Thanks to all our blues fans from around the state, the country and the world. MACE also wants to thank blues fans who attended the 45th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival which was streamed live on You-Tube and Facebook. In addition, returning keyboardist Steve Huebler always provides a rich pad of lush harmony along with his own and soaring solos. Having grown bored of playing covers, the two decided to write their own music, a hurdle every great artist needs to make. Always an artist deeply expressive lyrically, Walker continues to write and sing about themes that are universal. The Mississippi Valley Blues Society announced its lineup for Blues Fest 2022 on Friday, June 10. It started with Buddy Guy. MORE: 6 hospitalized, 1 in critical condition, after shooting at Oregon concert Performances may be postponed or canceled if weather conditions are deemed unsafe. "Driving Miss Daisy" at Delta Center Stage April 14th, 2023 - April 15th, 2023 The Mockingbird Songwriters Festival April 22nd, 2023 Showcase on Wheels May May 5th, 2022 - May 5th, 2023 Our Town and Beyond Exhibit at The Gallery on Deer Creek May 19th, 2022 Washington County Economic Alliance Annual Meeting **2023 TBA** FEATURED VENUES Kevin is recognized as one of the Midwests top blues heritage educators. Billy has recorded with Willie Dixon, Johnny Winter, Keb' Mo, Lou Rawls, Koko Taylor, Eddy Clearwater, Honeyboy Edwards, Syl Johnson, Lurrie Bell, Ronnie Baker Brooks, John Primer, and Taj Mahal, just to name a few. Additionally, Blues Revue called the album; raw, hypnotic and very appealing. Contact the Blue Front Cafe on Facebook to ask how you can help keep the Bentonia blues alive. Doubtfire,' 'Wicked' among shows on Orpheum's Broadway calendar, Memphis Tourism Blues Stage on Beale at Handy Park, Tom Lee Park along the riverfront in Downtown Memphis, Memphis Tourism Blues Stage on Bealerelocates the festival's popular Blues Tent theme to Handy Park, From Memphis rap to the '90s: 10 highlights from Beale Street Music Festival, The story behind Memphis in May's big change and what to expect, This Memphian wrote hits for Beyonc and Mary J. Blige. Stay uptodate with the latest announcements. The 50th Bentonia Blues Festival at Historic Blue Front Cafe June 16-18. Our mission is to ensure the future of a uniquely American art form by fostering greater public appreciation through performance, education, and preservation of the Blues Heritage. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. Donations are appreciated. That was when he started developing his signature style of blues: dark, hypnotic, inviting and very danceable. Other lots near Tom Lee Park will also be open. Bentonia is a tiny town in southern Yazoo County, Mississippi, which is also home to the oldest authentic juke joint that is still in daily operation. Today, he is one of the biggest Blues guitar players in his country. Up front and leading the big blues train, Taylor exhorts and cajoles while carrying the weight of the lyrical content. When I started this festival in 1972, it was to help preserve the Bentonia style of blues. In the event of an artist cancellation, MVBS reserves the right to substitute a suitable replacement performer. No outside food or drinks. Tupelos very own musical legend Elvis Presley is honoured in Tupelo Elvis Festival, a great celebration of the iconic man himself and his revolutionary catalogue of hits. The location of the festival was moved to downtown Bentonia, Mississippi in 2006. The Philadelphia Inquirer said, Rick is one of the great characters in blues a sharp-dressing, smooth talking harmonica-playing hep-cat. If there ever was a CD for all occasions, this is it. Since that time, the festival has grown from an attendance of a couple hundred to ten thousand in recent years, prompting the festival to be moved back to the original location on the Holmes farm from time to time. Click the image below to download a copy of the press release. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners who may combine it with other information that youve provided to them or that theyve collected from your use of their services. His curriculum and instruction strategies open his students eyes to music history, music theory. Come experience an entire day of Mississippi Delta Blues at historic Blue Front in Hollandale, Ms. At 19, Estrin relocated to Chicago and worked with some of the citys best bluesmen. Since those early days, Billy has played on over 300 different recordings including 15 albums under his own name. 2007s Be My Friend, was referred to as blistering by Dirty Linen magazine, and Living Blues magazine called 2010s Matt Woods and The Thunderbolts, a smoking amalgam of Hound Dog Taylor and Freddy King. We look forward to seeing you onSaturday, September 17, 2022 in Greenville, Mississippithe Mississippi Delta and Home of the Blues for the 45thAnnual Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival, the oldest continuous running Blues Festival in the Country. The 2022 Bentonia Blues Festival will take place all day Saturday, June 18, at the historic Blue Front Cafe in Bentonia, Mississippi off Highway 49 North. You got that sound! Estrin eventually moved back to the Bay Area, met guitarist Charlie Baty and formed Little Charlie & The Nightcats. RELATED: Watch unreleased Stephen King movies for free this August at Figge Art Museum, Watch more news, weather and sports on News 8's YouTube channel. His program has been going strong since 1994. All Rights Reserved. Besides playing all over Argentina, he has also played around America, Europe, Brazil and Chile. Rain or Shine the show goes on. //-->, Copyright FestivalNet 2023. While this art form was being celebrated internationally, the Delta region was still one of the poorest regions in the country. Blues Fest 2022 Fest Dates & Hours Blues Fest 2022 will be held on Friday and Saturday, September 16-17, at the historic LeClaire Park in Davenport, Iowa. There will be entrances on Riverside Drive, both the north end (which is where the main will call ticket window will be located) and the south end, as well as entrances off Vance Park, Huling Avenue and Butler Avenue. "It's very devastating and very tragic," Jones said. Memphis in May's 2023 Beale Street Music Festival is set for May 5-7, making its return after four years to its historic home at Tom Lee Park along the riverfront in Downtown Memphis. Early Blues developed out of this rich fabric and cross-fertilized the work-songs, love-songs, slow drags, rags and spirituals. Doubtfire,' 'Wicked' among shows on Orpheum's Broadway calendar, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy, Small purses, 9 inches by 9 inches maximum. Your User ID or Password reset link will be sent to you. Each year, the festival offers the very best in blues acts, and previous attending artists have included BB King, Muddy Waters, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Willie Foster. Neither imitating nor hiding his debt to the legendary blues singers of the past, he commands deserved attention on his own. For more than 25 years, Kevin Burt has been electrifying audiences throughout the Midwest dispelling the myth that true blues has no roots in Iowa. Avey Grouws Band met at a blues jam on the Iowa side of the Quad Cities along the Mississippi River, and have since put their Quad Cities sound into the world with the release of their debut album 'The Devil May Care' in March of 2020. Like Ken Griffey Jr., hanging out in baseball locker rooms as a youth, Luthers son was a kid running on stage throughout the bands set. With soulful vocals, searing saxophone, and witty songwriting, Vanessa is blazing a trail, racking up an impressive arsenal of honors, and has already singled herself out as an artist of distinction and one we would all do well to watch. I've played this album with great pleasure in my radio show! The band is playing live shows and working on exciting new music at Southwest Studios, an analog and pro tools recording studio owned by Bryce Janey. It's a major fundraising event for the Mississippi Valley Blues Society, drawing in nearly 3,000 people from across the Midwest. The music will be Bluegrass, Blues, Children's, Christian, Country, Jazz, Rock, Roots and Variety. Bernard made his first appearance on record at age 13, when he played on a live LP his father recorded in Peoria, IL. Kent has spent decades performing at festivals and has toured all over the world. Kent got his real start in the music business playing with Jimbo Mathus (Fat Possum Records) and going on tour with Buddy Guy in the early 2000's. The group was established by ex-members of Little Charlie & the Nightcats. Blues Fest 2022 - Mississippi Valley Blues Society. For most of its 50 year history, the Bentonia Blues Festival has remained a grassroots effort, coordinated and paid for by Mr. Jimmy Duck Holmes and friends. No ticket will be required for entry to Handy Park. 39040. Sue Foley is a multi award winning musician, and one of the finest blues and roots artists working today. "This is what's to be considered a very family-oriented event, where families come to enjoy entertainment and food. Like the Bentonia Blues Festival page on Facebook! Southern Mississippi Blues Festival | MS Gulf Coast Blues September 9, 2023 Gates open at 1 PM show starts at 2 PM We have an e xciting new lineup coming soon!!! Home / Blues Fest 2022. Its just sweet rockin roots and blues! When we moved to Peoria, Dad came home preparing to do his live album in Peoria. It is nestled right on the banks of the Mississippi River, and its well-appointed rooms and excellent restaurants make this a terrific deal. To inquire about vendor space for the2023 Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival, please. He has also written and published a classroom harmonica method book called Just Play It: an introduction to blues harmonica. His approach is simple, education through entertainment. Patrons can enter the festival with a printed ticket or a digital ticket. It took the group about 15 years to record its full-length album, but in the end, it doesnt disappoint. Small but enthusiastic early-arriving crowds . The festival has attracted blues performers and fans from far and wide.When I started this festival in 1972, it was to help preserve the Bentonia style of blues, which is unique to this area. For a map of those, go toDowntownMemphis.com. All bags must be clear. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Biloxis maritime history also plays a part in the citys Blessing of the Fleet, an historic event which marks the onset of the fishing season. Sep 16th, Friday Gates: 3:30PM - 11:30PM Sep 17th, Saturday Gates: 12:00PM - 11:30PM BlueSkool The annual Juke Joint Festival is a combined blues music festival and small-town fair. Since 1978, in addition to recording and performing, he has taught hundreds of thousands of children around the world. NPR Music has called Walker a legendary boundary-pushing icon of modern blues, and he is already being referred to within the blues world as a living legend. Recorded in Nashville at East Iris Studios and The Purple House (Leipers Fork, TN) with Grammy-winning engineer/producer Casey Wasner at the helm. | Admin | Privacy Policy, Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival, With the relaxing of the COVID-19 restrictions and many inquiries from blues fans from around the country, MACE wants the public to know that the 46, For additional information, please visit MACEs website at, The Board of Directors of Mississippi Action for Community Education, Incorporated, along with the staff and all our volunteers wish to thank everyone who attended the virtual 45. May 2022 Hill toured Spain and released Here . If you have questions regarding theBlues Festival, please visit the ". Can't believe that this is only their debut, these guys know how to swing/jump/rock! For additional information, please visit MACEs website atwww.deltabluesms.orgor the Blues Festivals Facebook page atMSDeltaBlues. Rick Estrin & the Nightcats are an American electric blues band formed in 2008. Stay up-to-date with the latest announcements. Kent first heard the blues while watching his grandfather R.L. The event will feature food and merchandise vendors, RV, and tent camping (fees may apply), live music, and more. It is worth noting that the Blues Foundation announced 2022 Keeping the Blues Alive Award Recipients. You must follow all posted instructions while attending Blues Fest. I think I was seven.. These days, Collier spends much of her time on the road, performing at some of the most prestigious music festivals in the world. . Over many years, the music of the Mississippi Delta has contributed hugely to the arts and culture of the USA, and this festival is the perfect place to learn all about it - and to hear some of the smoothest tunes around. (Lee Zimmerman/Goldmine). September 30, 2022 - October 1, 2022 @ 12:00 am - Next weekend in nearby Marks, Mississippi: MULES & BLUES FESTIVAL (mules-bluesfest.org). Aykroyd is a huge fan and supporter of Kent's work. BIGGEST free CONCERT of 2022! In the face of a historically brutal social experience, Black folk in America affirmed their humanity by remembering and creating a rich expressive culture of poetry, tales, crafts, ritual, dance and music.
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