Inaugural Bourbon and Blues Festival Presented by Cedar Ridge

Cedar Ridge and the Linn County Blues Society (LCBS) have announced a partnership to create the region’s premiere, multi-day blues festival in downtown Cedar Rapids. The inaugural Bourbon and Blues Festival Presented by Cedar Ridge will be hosted on Saturday, August 20 at the McGrath Amphitheatre. Formerly known as Czech Village Blues, Linn County Blues Read more about Inaugural Bourbon and Blues Festival Presented by Cedar Ridge[…]

LCBS is bringing back the Blues in Czech Village 8/14/2021

              The Linn County Blues Society is planning to hold the fourth Czech Village Blues on Saturday, August 14, 2021 in the greenspace south of the Czech Village neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, pending city approval. Rick Estrin and the Nightcats will headline the show.  A three time winner at Read more about LCBS is bringing back the Blues in Czech Village 8/14/2021[…]

Blues paper March 2020

Inside this March 2020 issue –  • John Primer and the Real Deal returns to CSPS Sunday, March 1 • Scatting LeChaim by Richard Finley • 20th Annual Blues ‘n’ Buffett Chili Challenge Report • Philly Cheezes CD review of the Month: Annika Chambers “Kiss My Sass” • Peter “BLEWWSMAN” Lauro reviews Alex Dixon’s “The Read more about Blues paper March 2020[…]

Blues paper December 2019

Inside this December 2019 issue  • Henry Davision Scholarship & Blues ‘n’ Buffett Update by Steve Springer • Scatting by Richard Finley • Alicia Monee & Invisible Jazz at Opus Concert Cafe, Fri Dec. 6 • Phillip Smith reviews Biscuit Miller and the Mix “Chicken Grease” • Live Music Calendar • Peter “BLEWWSMAN” Lauro reviews Read more about Blues paper December 2019[…]

Blues paper November 2019

Inside this November 2019 issue — • Samantha Fish at Wildwoods on Nov 30. Join LCBS there! • Scatting 5/6 by Richard Finley. • John Resch has a new band – Doggin’ Out! • Phillp Smith aka “Philly Cheese” reviews BillLee Janey’s new CD. • Save the date for the next Blues/Buffet Chili Challenge. Sunday, Read more about Blues paper November 2019[…]

Mount Vernon – Lisbon – Eastern Iowa LilFest Presents: KEVIN BURT – HEARTLAND AND SOUL

Mount Vernon – Lisbon – Eastern Iowa LilFest Presents: KEVIN BURT – HEARTLAND AND SOUL 2018 International Blues Challenge Winner in 3 categories!! 1st place Solo/Duo, best Solo/Duo guitarist, & best Harmonica Player award!! NEW: 2019 Blues Music Award Nominee for Debut Album (Best Emerging Artist Album) Saturday, November 16 – 7:30 PM Curtain.  Doors – 7:15 Read more about Mount Vernon – Lisbon – Eastern Iowa LilFest Presents: KEVIN BURT – HEARTLAND AND SOUL[…]

Blues paper October 2019

Inside this October 2019 issue — • Scatting 4/6 by Richard Finley. • “Blewsman” Peter Lauro reviews The Music and Life of Big Jack Reynolds • Frank Wilson’s Rev Rants on LCBS payin it forward. • Prairie Dog Blues Festival report by Phillip Smith • Local Music Schedules • Marion Music and Arts Festival by Read more about Blues paper October 2019[…]