Young Rell – Same Little Village Foundation www.youngrell.com Don’t be fooled by the cover photo of Young Rell – aka Harrell Davenport. He’s an old soul at age 19 and already one of the most accomplished singers/guitarists/harp players in the world today – so much so, in fact, that Billy Branch and a long list…
The countdown is on! The 2026 Cincy Blues Fest returns July 11–12, bringing another unforgettable weekend of world-class blues music, great food, and summertime fun to Cincinnati. Organized by the Cincy Blues Society, the festival has become one of the region’s most beloved music traditions, showcasing an incredible mix of national touring artists, rising stars,…
The 2026 Cincy Blues Challenge Winners are… Solo/Duo Bands CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL!
The 2026 Cincy Blues Challenge takes place this Sunday, June 14, 2026 at Jim & Jack’s, 3456 River Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45204. Note that due to circumstances beyond our control, the Challenge will now start at 11:00 am. The Challenge opens with a showcase from the Blues In The Schools Youth Band. This year’s competitors…
Curtis Salgado – Legacy Rewind: Live in ’25 Nola Blue Records www.curtissalgado.com Possessing one of the best set of pipes in the universe, Curtis Salgado has made plenty of magic in his 50-year career, but this stellar, hour-long pleaser is something else entirely. Captured at The Triple Door, a showroom in Seattle, Wash., it’s the…
ALL LOCAL BLUES BANDS…..LAST CALL TO ENTER IN THE 2026 CHALLENGE The Cincy Blues Society is seeking emerging artists to compete in the Cincy Blues Challenge which will take place on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at Jim & Jack’s. Whether you play contemporary blues, blues rock, soul blues, country blues, or traditional blues, this competition…
Thursdays, May 28 – September 3 5:00 – 8:00pm NEW LOCATION FOR SUMMER Elm Street Plaza 150 W 5th St. Cincy Blues Society is partnering up again this year with 3CDC for Blues & Brews. Please note – we have moved to a new location for the summer, Elm Street Plaza at 150 W 5th St. (right in front of…
ALL LOCAL BLUES BANDS…..TIME TO START GETTING YOUR ENTRIES IN TO PLAY IN THE 2026 CHALLENGE The Cincy Blues Society is seeking emerging artists to compete in the Cincy Blues Challenge which will take place on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at Jim & Jack’s. Whether you play contemporary blues, blues rock, soul blues, country blues,…
Enjoy a relaxing start to the weekend at Blues & Brews! Grab a beer from the Sherwin-Williams Porch & enjoy a lineup of live blues artists curated by Cincy Blues Society. Washington Park Bar 1230 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH, United States, Ohio 45202 Spring Lineup April 2 | Cincy Rhythm Kings April 9 | Sonny…
ALL LOCAL BLUES BANDS…..TIME TO START GETTING YOUR ENTRIES IN TO PLAY IN THE 2026 CHALLENGE The Cincy Blues Society is seeking emerging artists to compete in the Cincy Blues Challenge which will take place on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at Jim & Jack’s. Whether you play contemporary blues, blues rock, soul blues, country blues,…