Megan Boyer Band
Megan Boyer and her band bring classic electric blues with strong vocals and excellent musicianship provided by some of the best blues musicians in the area!
Penelope’s Musical Journey
As a young adult, Penelope directed church choirs, gave voice lessons, and served as an accompanist for schools and churches, laying the foundation for a lifelong musical journey.
Promising Young Blues Musicians
The Kansas City Blues Society presents an opportunity for young musicians to showcase their talent in Blues music. The first thirty minutes of each Kansas City Blues Society Monthly Jam will be dedicated to youth performers, allowing them to play with experienced musicians.
Remembering Cindy Terwilliger
The Kansas City Blues Society (KCBS) mourns the passing of our beloved friend, Cindy Terwilliger (Katnip). She was an exuberant blues lover and supporter, a long-time KCBS board member over several years, and just an all-around beautiful person.
Memories of Marc Broussard
Everyone had to start somewhere. For me, Marc Broussard started in the Mid Continent Library in Lees Summit, MO back in 2003.
Youth Blues Jam Report
About 30 people were in the audience when I arrived, a fair showing for a Saturday afternoon. Uncle Billy announced that even more young people were expected to show up and jam...
Local Organizations Helping Musicians
Learn about two organizations that support musicians going through hard times.
Musician Spotlight – Drum & Dye
Craig Smith sat down with John Paul Drum and Bill Dye over coffee one afternoon to discuss their trip to Memphis and their music careers.
Rock and Roll History and The Blues
Placing the dawn of rock 'n' roll in the 1950s is similar to walking into a movie theater when the movie's half over - you're missing half the plot!
Musician Spotlight – Jonny Green
We asked Jonny Green, leader of The Jonny Green Arrangement, to introduce himself to the Kansas City Blues Society members and here is his interesting story.
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.
Introducing Artist Ruthie Messer Wolkey
Ruthie Messer Wolkey is one of the artists whose work was selected for the Parade of Hearts 2024. The Parade of Hearts is a public art experience that celebrates our diversity, unites communities, and supports nonprofits by placing beautifully designed hearts by local artists around the Kansas City metropolitan area.
3rd Annual Celebrating Women in Blues
KCBS presents the third annual Celebrating Women in Blues showcasing the music of Sister Lucille and Lauren Anderson
Celebrating Women in Blues: Kimberly Dill
KCBS presents the third annual Celebrating Women in Blues showcasing the music of Sister Lucille and Lauren Anderson
Celebrating Women in Blues: Lauren Anderson
KCBS presents the third annual Celebrating Women in Blues showcasing the music of Sister Lucille and Lauren Anderson
2024 Member and Volunteer Appreciation Party
Please join us as we welcome Kansas City music legends John Paul Drum, Bill Dye, Patrick Recob and Jaisson Taylor to the stage for a laid-back evening of food, fun and great blues music in celebration of our members and volunteers.
Monthly Spotlight – The “Youngsters” of da Blues!
Legendary Rhythm & Blues cruise (LRBC) #39, which set sail from San Diego on October 28, had a new crop of blues musicians on board. We called them the “youngsters” of blues music.
Records with Merritt
Smack in the middle of a Westport neighborhood in Kansas City is a music store that bills itself as the place “where vinylists come to play.”
Calling All Designers
KCBS is in search of a new design for its t-shirts and hats. We love our iconic MO and KS license plates but, after about 30 years, it’s time for a change.
Kansas City Blues Society Election Notice
Get involved! Voting rights to elect Directors are extended to members who have joined the KCBS 30 days before the election and are not delinquent on their dues.
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!
Blues in the Bottoms Feature – Womanish Girl
Learn about the artists who will play at the Blues in the Bottoms festival. The closer: Womanish Girl.
Blues in the Bottoms Feature – Mathias Lattin
Learn about the artists who will play at the Blues in the Bottoms festival. First up: Mathias Lattin.