Blues in the Bottoms 3 Recap
Blues in the Bottoms got off to an earlier than expected start, but the performers did not let that interfere with one of the best blues music shows this year.
KC Jazz & Blues Festival Returns
We commend and support the KC Monarchs for bringing back the KC Blues & Jazz festival.
FortFest 2025 Report
What started as a backyard thank-you party and house warming four years ago has turned into quite the festival.
Blues in the Bottoms Artist: D.K. Harrell
Guitarist, vocalist and songwriter D.K. Harrell, one of the most formidable young stars of the current blues resurgence, sounds like no one else on the scene today.
Blues in the Bottoms Artist: Selwyn Birchwood
Although award-winning Florida musician Selwyn Birchwood is firmly rooted in traditional blues music, the young guitarist, lap steel player, songwriter and vocalist sets a course for the future of the blues with his visionary, original music.
Paola Roots Festival 2025 Review
The Paola Roots Festival was started in 1990 by a group of friends wanting to re-create old-style family and community potlucks/picnics.
Blues in the Bottoms Artist: Kevin Burt
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.
Don’t Miss the Juke Joint Festival
Every year, blues music lovers gather in Clarksdale, MS, to celebrate the Mississippi Delta’s amazing creative communities at the Juke Joint Festival.
FortFest24 – A Blues and Community Success in a Beautiful Park
With Care to Share's Fundraiser Blues Festival called FortFest, the last weekend of September ranks as the best weekend to visit Fort Scott KS, bar none.
Blues in the Bottoms 2
We are super excited to bring back Blues in the Bottoms 2 in partnership with Knuckleheads Saloon. We have an awesome lineup this year!
Blues in the Bottoms 2 is Coming!
We are super excited to bring back Blues in the Bottoms 2 in partnership with Knuckleheads Saloon. We have an awesome lineup this year!
Interview with Nick Schnebelen and Carly Harvey
After nearly 2 decades of writing, performing, and touring, Nick said he’s still enjoying the rush of performing and the magic of being onstage.
FortFest ’24
Now in its 3rd year, this FREE Blues festival is a rapid up-and-comer. Only 90 minutes from North KC and barely an hour from 435 & Metcalf, FortFest offers a great lineup in a beautiful shaded park.
How can *YOU* Keep the Blues Alive?
Things you can do to “Keep the Blues Alive” and support the KCBS in fulfilling its mission of supporting blues music, blues musicians, blues venues, and preserving blues history
Spirit of Kansas Blues Festival
This year’s Spirit of Kansas Blues Festival takes place on the Fourth of July at Reynolds Lodge in Topeka, KS. Opening ceremonies start at 11 am and music continues until 8pm.
Blues in the Bottoms Feature – Ronnie Baker Brooks
Blues in the Bottoms is proud to feature Chicago bluesman Ronnie Baker Brooks!
Blues in the Bottoms Feature – Keeshea Pratt Band
Blues in the Bottoms is proud to feature the incredible Keeshea Pratt Band!
Save the Date for the Kansas City Blues Festival!
At last, the Kansas City Blues Society will be bringing back a sorely missed tradition!
King Biscuit Blues Festival Promises to Take You There
By Don Wilcock It’s been 50 years since The Staples Singers first released their clarion call to take us there. Mavis Staples will do just that on the banks of …
Return of the Paxico Blues Fest
Ever since the initial year, the festival has continued to draw increasingly larger crowds, establishing itself as one of the premier events of Wabaunsee County.