by mjd9764 | Feb 24, 2020 | Blues News
A new book by Sandra Jean Foster (aka Sana Blues)The timeless nature of the exercises in this workbook allows them to be used endlessly for self-improvement, for practice with client systems or for professional presentations. The overview of the Blues Problem-Solving...
by mjd9764 | Feb 23, 2020 | Sponsor Event
UPDATED MAY 20:We are very sorry to announce that the 2020 summer sessions have been cancelled. There were just too many rules set out for our age group to afford our campers the kind of experience we usually have. Stay tuned for other opportunities during the school...
by mjd9764 | Feb 22, 2020 | ABS Announcement
Board Members of the Atlanta Blues Society accepting the Keeping the Blues Alive Award at the luncheon during the IBC in Memphis TN. L to R: Richard L’Hommedeau, Carlin Smith, George Klein, Barb Hilke, Deb Pruitt, Dave Black. The Atlanta Blues Society is very proud to...
by mjd9764 | Feb 19, 2020 | ABS Announcement
The Atlanta Blues Society has grown steadily for the past 8 years, our membership is now over 400 people and we have over 6500 people following us on social media. Growth can be painful at times, and we want to make sure that we treat everybody fairly and evenly...
by mjd9764 | Feb 19, 2020 | ABS Meetings
Our January Gathering & Jam was bright & crisp, just like the weather. Missy Flapjack & the Butterworth Blues Band gave us an energetic and fun set and everybody loved them. We filled up the room and used very seat in the place. We had a regular raffle...
by mjd9764 | Feb 18, 2020 | ABS Announcement
We are saddened to share the news of the loss of Mike Watson, of the Mike Watson Band. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, band mates, and fans. Mike was a long time contributor to music in the Atlanta area, including the Montana jams which are...
by mjd9764 | Feb 18, 2020 | Music Reviews
The Mary Jo Curry Band “Front Porch” Self Released Publicity: Blind Raccoon By Peter “Blewzzman” Lauro © Feb. 2020 If the saying “Time flies when you’re having fun” holds any truth, then I must have been...
by mjd9764 | Feb 18, 2020 | ABS Meetings
Our February Gathering & Jam, was also our Annual Membership Renewal Meeting and was held on Sunday, February 16 at Blind Willie’s. The host band was the fabulous Cazanovas, so you know a good time was had by all. We will have a more complete write-up...
by mjd9764 | Feb 17, 2020 | Music Reviews
“The Devil May Care” Self Released Publicity: Blind Raccoon By Peter “Blewzzman” Lauro © Feb. 2020 Two of the many reasons I enjoy doing these reviews are the pleasure I experience by getting to hear many new and very good bands before the rest...
by mjd9764 | Feb 12, 2020 | ABS Meetings
The Atlanta Blues Society’s annual Holiday Party happened Sunday December 1, 2019 at the Helene S. Mills Multipurpose Facility from 2:30pm-6:30pm. This is also our Membership Appreciation event and a Toys for Tots Donation collection benefit, so please bring a...
by mjd9764 | Feb 4, 2020 | Music Reviews
Håkon Høye “Nights At The Surf Motel” Big H Records By Peter “Blewzzman” Lauro © Feb. 2020 Along with having previously worked with other bands from this country, and having just seen the country’s Norsk Bluesunion and Oslo Bluesklubs...
by mjd9764 | Feb 4, 2020 | Blues News
News from Killer Blues Headstone Project From : Killer Blues Headstone Project: killerblues.net104 headstones have been purchased! We have funding for the next 2 headstones but have 30 more in need. • That means we still need to raise $20,000 • In 2018...
