Feature: The Redbeards
The Redbeards recently received an invitation to represent the Kansas City Blues Society at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee.
Support Our “Road to Memphis” Winners
You will not only enjoy incredible blues performances, but also help our winners raise the funds needed for their Memphis adventure.
Little Hatch: Celebrating his Birth and Music
Reminisce and learn about the legendary Provine “Little” Hatch and listen to his music, played by musicians who knew and loved him.
Blues Memorabilia Needed
The KC Blues & Jazz Festival at the KC Monarchs stadium has asked the KCBS to set up a display featuring blues memorabilia reflecting the evolution of blues music through the years.
Farewell Diane “Mama” Ray
Kansas City mourns the loss of Diane "Mama" Ray, a cherished figure in its blues and jazz community. Her longevity and impact on Kansas City’s music scene was exceeded only by her immense talent and big heart.
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.
Coyote Bill: A Mission to Develop Youth Musicians
Coyote Bill is holding Youth Jams and has an open invitation to any young musician to join him at these jams.
Brigett Owens, Kansas City Siren
Brigett’s first performance was at age 19 in a Blues band with a focus on Chicago blues greats and modern influences of Kenny Wayne Shepard and Jonny Lang.
Crossroads, Chords, and Clarksdale: My Experience Attending Pinetop Perkins Workshop
This past week, I packed my guitars, a few outfits, and a whole lot of nerves and headed down to Clarksdale for the Pinetop Perkins Foundation Workshop.
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.
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...
New KCBS Website Feature: Local Videos!
Would you like to support the Kansas City Blues Society with your videos of local musicians?
Road Trip Report
During the holidays, local musician Elise DV of The Elles travelled east to see family, and connected with the Blues Society of Central PA (BSCP) at their jam.
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.
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
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.
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.
International Blues Challenge (IBC) 2024 Recap
Put your hands together for Drum & Dye and Big Luke and the Soul Disciples!
Guess Who’s Going to Memphis
CONGRATULATIONS to our 2023 Road to Memphis winners! BAND WINNER, Big Luke & The Soul Disciples. SOLO/DUO WINNER, Drum & Dye