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. Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? 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. Friday, August 11, 2023 5:30 PM. Bernard is blessed with his fathers soulful voice, spiritual devotion and a musical freedom, which experiments with the blues. We want every fan to feel safe at the festival. Camelback hydration packs, 1.75 liters or less. Patrons can enter the festival with a printed ticket or a digital ticket. As a festival guest, you have an active role in creating an enjoyable and accepting environment for your fellow attendees, including speaking out when you see unacceptable behavior. 45th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival, Copyright 2016 Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival. Experiences like that profoundly affect ones aspirations. The event will feature food and merchandise vendors, RV, and tent camping (fees may apply), live music, and more. Saturday's shooting marked at least the fifth time in less than a year that gunfire has erupted at entertainment events across the nation, including one on April 3 that left one person dead and 11 injured at a concert in Dallas. Voted "Best Casino" in the region, the Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf is also Iowas largest hotel, with over 500 rooms. September 30, 2022 - October 1, 2022 @ 12:00 am - Next weekend in nearby Marks, Mississippi: MULES & BLUES FESTIVAL (mules-bluesfest.org). | 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 45, For additional information, please visit MACEs website at, 2022 Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival, 45th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues Festival Events and Activities. Estrin eventually moved back to the Bay Area, met guitarist Charlie Baty and formed Little Charlie & The Nightcats. This year we have over 10 food and merch vendors! Rick Estrin & the Nightcats are an American electric blues band formed in 2008. Can't believe that this is only their debut, these guys know how to swing/jump/rock! If you havent been fortunate enough to meet Vanessa and witness one of her head-turning, fiery, and passionate performances, you should definitely make sure you do. In 2008, guitarist Kid Andersen replaced Charlie Baty and with previous band members Hansen and Farrell they formed Rick Estrin & The Nightcats. Enter the email address you used when you joined. He has also won the Iowa Blues Challenge and gone on to represent the state in the International Blues Challenge an unprecedented 3 times. Blue Front Cafe107 E Railroad AveBentonia, MS 39040. Woods is well versed in the many shapes this music can take; from traditional delta, hill country and urban electric blues, to gospel, country and folk music. In Greenville, MS during September, you can find the Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival. But thats made me stronger and more adventurous. People are still hungry for live music, and in addition to Blues Fest in September, MVBS.org has partnered with the Cities of Davenport, Rock Island, and Moline to co-sponsor a Summer Concert Series, said MVBS.org President Steve Hueser in a press release. Memphis in May 2022: From Memphis rap to the '90s: 10 highlights from Beale Street Music Festival, 'Blues Stage on Beale': The story behind Memphis in May's big change and what to expect. He has collaborated with Artists like: Chris Cain, Jimmy Burns, Slam Allen (James Cotton), Lurrie Bell, Cedric Burnside, Linsey Alexander etc. The Magnolia State is waiting for you to join the fun! Since the 1990s, The Soul Searchers have been one of the most in-demand live music groups in Iowa. ? By twenty-one, she was living in Austin, TX and recording for Antones. Click the image below to download a copy of the press release. Sam Chatmon Blues Festival SATURDAY Sept. 24, 2022. His curriculum and instruction strategies open his students eyes to music history, music theory. No coolers, unless empty. And national Artists like: Charly Garcia, Pappo Blues Band, Botafogo Don Vilanova ,Vitico, Chizzo, La Mona etc. LeClaire Park 400 Beiderbecke Dr, Davenport, IA Get directions. They were nominated four times for the Blues Music Award for Band of the Year. Status: Updated 9/2/2022 A family oriented blues festival with food vendors, arts and crafts for blues lovers of all ages under a covered pavilion. Is this your event? Performances may be postponed or canceled if weather conditions are deemed unsafe. It was a tiny event, with only one D.J. Come experience an entire day of Mississippi Delta Blues at historic Blue Front in Hollandale, Ms. 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. Greenwood, MS Blues Festival Events | Eventbrite All Rights Reserved. They are housed in urban academic institutions and archives. May 2022 Hill toured Spain and released Here . Festival guests with general admission single-day tickets are not allowed to exit and re-enter the festival. Theres a young lady [Vanessa Collier] came onstage with me, I forget where I was, but shes playing an alto saxophone, and man, she was amazing.. We use cookies to personalize content and ads, to provide social media features and to analyze our traffic. "[1] Living Blues said, "Estrin's harp work is masterful" and their music is "intelligently conceived and executed and hugely entertaining." This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Norwegian born Alexander Pettersen joined the band in 2017 as the drummer. While still completing her degree, Collier landed a position touring with Joe Louis Walker for a year and a half before Joe encouraged her to strike out on her own. Blues Fest 2022 will be held on Friday and Saturday, September 16-17, at the historic LeClaire Park in Davenport, Iowa. Joining Molly in the spotlight is blues-rock & roots performer, songwriter, music producer and Grooveyard Recording artist Bryce Janey. Investigators also seized a vehicle for evidence, officials said. The Mississippi Valley Blues Society announced its lineup for Blues Fest 2022 on Friday, June 10. Beale Street Music Festival: Parking, tickets, gates times and more A 400-acre public park located along the Mississippi River in downtown Davenport. 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!!! Click the image below to download a copy of the press release. Ravinia festival tickets went on sale Monday at 8 a.m. He has a unique can box guitar and a particular way of playing that sets him apart. MACE also wants to thank blues fans who tuned-in to the 44th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival which was streamed live on You-tube and Facebook. Sometimes I feel Ive learned more from my failures, than from my success . Pinkys Blues was the #1 album in The Roots Music Reports Top Blues Rock Album Chart for the Year of 2021, the #1 album on the NACC Blues chart for over 4 weeks and debuted at #4 on the Billboard Blues Albums chart. 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. Over the course of his career, Matt has shared the stage with many notable acts, including; Hubert Sumlin, James Cotton, Pinetop Perkins, Louisiana Red, Eddy The Chief Clearwater, Willie Big Eyes Smith, John Primer, Rj Mischo, James Harman, Nathan James, Delbert McClinton, The Arc Angels, Dr. John, Kelly Hunt, Joe Price and many more. The event will feature food and merchandise vendors, RV, and tent camping (fees may apply), live music, and more. 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. 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. Hank Aaron Sports Academy Smith-Willis Stadium Jackson, MS. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. His program has been going strong since 1994. Students also learn music skills that reinforce music as a positive creative outlet which inspires students to embrace music as a viable creative expression. From parking to what you can bring, here's a look at everything you need to know ahead of this year's music fest. In 1975, burned out on blues, Walker turned to God, singing for the next decade with a gospel group, the Spiritual Corinthians. And helped me create my own style . Investigators found two rifles and a pistol at the scene, according to ABC affiliate station WAPT in Jackson. But play, and do it your way. 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". When Carey took his leave, the young Billy Branch took his place, touring with Willie Dixon for 6 years. . This year's festival will take place at LeClaire Park in Davenport from Sept. 16-17. All Rights Reserved. Like the Bentonia Blues Festival page on Facebook! Early Blues developed out of this rich fabric and cross-fertilized the work-songs, love-songs, slow drags, rags and spirituals. Jozzy: This Memphian wrote hits for Beyonc and Mary J. Blige. The event also features choirs, tribute artists, food vendors, pet parades, exhibitions, carnival rides, beauty pageants and loads more. FESTIVAL HISTORY; Select Page. As a seasoned performer of many local, regional and national venues, Matt has developed a distinct style while staying true to his love of traditional American music. Landing, Moline and Schwiebert Park in Rock Island, are beautiful outdoor music venues.. 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. For a map of those, go toDowntownMemphis.com. 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. Mississippi Valley Blues Society 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. The Radians Amphitheater boomed with familiar names and sounds as the 2022 Mempho Music Festival kicked off at the Memphis Botanic Garden 's venue. 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. Ticket holders will have access to a reserved section with seating at the Memphis Tourism Blues Stage on Beale. Single-day tickets are $85 in advance and $95 at the gate. She learned to play guitar at age 13, became interested in blues music from listening to the Rolling Stones, and played her first gig at age 16. Sunflower River Blues and Gospel Festival 1 Blues Alley Lane Clarksdale, MS, 38614 United States (map) Google Calendar ICS. After 17 years of recording experience, Bernard has perfected his sound. Burnside. - Bruce Iglauer, Founder, Alligator Records, "Whether its a five-course meal, or a romantic interlude, or sultry blues, anticipation is what stimulates the senses and makes the payoff rewarding. Like their live shows, The Soul Searchers is a slow burn that gets hotter as the music progresses. - Michael Swanger, Cityview, Great debut! Rain or Shine the show goes on. 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. BB King is also honoured in the BB King Homecoming Festival, which features lots of his legendary music and that of other visiting artists. You got that sound! The departure from The Blue Band was necessary and the two struck out for Minnesota. Altered Five smokes, smolders and burns like a swig of good whiskey. No video recorders and no cameras with detachable lenses. Having grown bored of playing covers, the two decided to write their own music, a hurdle every great artist needs to make.