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The Vermont To Memphis International Blues Challenge Is Back!
The Vermont to Memphis International Blues Challenge is back! VBS will help send one band and one duo/solo act to represent Vermont at the Blues Foundation's International Blues Challenge (IBC) in Memphis on January 7-11. We invite all Vermont area blues musicians to apply for this exciting opportunity! Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 22. The location of the Vermont event is Red Square, 136 Church Street in Burlington, VT, Noon - 6 PM. The deadline for applications is August 25th. MORE INFO ON APPLYING HERE!
Discover Jazz Festival Joe Moore Tribute Was A Big Success!
There was a great artist lineup, a big audience turnout and a lot of love expressed for Joe Moore at the Joe Moore tribute on June 9. Thanks to Discover Jazz, The Flynn and everyone else involved for making this such a big success.
Harmonica Ace Jason Ricci Performed At Main Street Landing April 3
Following the tragic death of his drummer John Peter Perkins mid-tour, award-winning jazz, funk and blues harmonica player, singer and songwriter Jason Ricci decided to meet his commitment to perform at the VBS-sponsored concert at Main Street Landing on April 3rd, backed by the band of award-winning blues pianist Anthony Geraci. We are grateful for Jason's decision as well as Anthony's support, as it was a great show. Our sincere condolences to Jason and the friends and family of John Peter Perkins.
A Warm Welcome To New VBS Board of Directors Robin Galbraith and Bob Stannard
Both Robin and Bob have a love of the blues and extensive experience organizing events and working with communities. We look forward to working with them to bring our members VBS sponsored events in the coming months.
Jontavious Willis returned to Burlington on Feb. 9, 2024, w/ special guest Paul Asbell, Sponsored by The Vermont Blues Society
Special Annual Meeting, Film Showing And Concert Dec. 14 Was A Great Success!
Thanks To All Who Attended!
After the Annual VBS meeting on December 14 the Vermont Blues Society, in partnership with Reel Blues Fest and Main Street Landing, presented a new award winning documentary film “Bonnie Blue: James Cotton’s Life In The Blues”, about the life of James Cotton, an icon of Chicago blues who was one of the first blues musicians to cross over and become a familiar sight on rock ‘n’ roll stages. Following the film there was a live music show led by internationally known blues musician and film producer James Montgomery, and included Vermont’s own rising star blues singer/guitarist Dave Keller and Chad Hollister.
The event was a huge success and we thank all who attended. Photos of the event will be posted here soon.
Film trailer: https://www.jamescottonfilm.com/media
The event was a huge success and we thank all who attended. Photos of the event will be posted here soon.
Film trailer: https://www.jamescottonfilm.com/media
VBS Is Proud To Have Co-Sponsored This Watermelon Slim Show In Jericho, VT
Hosted by Brooklyn Music in Vermont House Concert Series
The Board Bids A Fond Farewell to Dennis Willmott
VBS co-founder Dennis Willmott has decided the time is right for him to step down from the Board. We all owe Dennis a huge debt of gratitude for his service to the blues community, and we are grateful he will continue to be involved in keeping the blues alive and well in Vermont.
2023 INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE
ANNOUNCING THE WINNERS OF THE VERMONT IBC LOCAL CHALLENGE!
The VBS VT To Memphis Blues Challenge held on October 2nd in Montpelier had a lot of great music and two winners were chosen to represent Vermont at The 2023 International Blues Challenge, to be held January 24-28, 2023 on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee!
The winners are:
The VBS VT To Memphis Blues Challenge held on October 2nd in Montpelier had a lot of great music and two winners were chosen to represent Vermont at The 2023 International Blues Challenge, to be held January 24-28, 2023 on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee!
The winners are:
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The All Night Boogie Band
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Jesse Lepkoff
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Congratulations to them!
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Vermont's Sunny Lowdown at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis
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Jontavious Willis gave fantastic performances in Burlington and Brattleboro in July, sponsored by The Vermont Blues Society.
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Blues Radio In Vermont
WIZN FM 106.7
Blues For Breakfast - Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM EST
Check out Mr. Charlie's top 25 - click here
WOOL FM 91.5
Hoodoo's Stew - Sundays 6-8 PM EST
After Hours - Sundays 8-10 PM EST
Thursdays 7-9 PM EST
WVEW LPFM 107.7
Blue Monday - Mondays 6-8 PM EST
Fridays 10 PM - Midnight EST
Note: Some Blue Monday musician interviews are archived on Spotify.
WMRW FM 94.5
The Juke Joint Blues Show - Saturdays 6-9 PM EST
Blues For Breakfast - Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM EST
Check out Mr. Charlie's top 25 - click here
WOOL FM 91.5
Hoodoo's Stew - Sundays 6-8 PM EST
After Hours - Sundays 8-10 PM EST
Thursdays 7-9 PM EST
WVEW LPFM 107.7
Blue Monday - Mondays 6-8 PM EST
Fridays 10 PM - Midnight EST
Note: Some Blue Monday musician interviews are archived on Spotify.
WMRW FM 94.5
The Juke Joint Blues Show - Saturdays 6-9 PM EST
Vermont Blues Society supports
Black Lives Matter
Black Lives Matter
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