Suncoast Blues News
Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival, Saturday, December 6th, 8:00AM – 8:00PM
Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival, Saturday, December 6th, 8:00AM – 8:00PM The second annual Lakewood Ranch Blues festival features a nice mix of local and national bands at the picturesque Waterside Place Pavilion, an eight acre island on Kingfisher Lake....
The Revival of Sugar and Spice
The Revival of Sugar and SpiceRoger White When it comes to cookin’ Sugar and Spice may be regarded as simple ingredients but when it comes to music Sugar and Spice are tasty delights meant to be savored. Just a decade ago these well-seasoned ladies were described as...
A Revival Of Blues On the Hilltop, November 8th and 15th
A Revival Of Blues On the Hilltop, November 8th and 15thIt truly is blues on the hilltop for the next 2 weekends at the Sparacia Winery and Event Center situated at one of the highest elevations in Florida. At 275 feet above sea level this picturesque setting...
Nancy & David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre – Joanne Shaw Taylor
Nancy & David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre – Orianthi
Victor Wainwright & The Train
Suncoast Blues Board Elections and Volunteers Your new Board for 2025
Suncoast Blues Board Elections and VolunteersYour new Board for 2025 President - Ed KirkVice President - Cheryl SpradlingSecretary - Linda RasorTreasurer - William DebouverMembership - Traci Zimmerman James Randolph is an Emeritus Board Member Alternates include:Noray...
We Will Survive
We Will Survive The best message I could find, musically, appeared ahead of this message. BB King’s “I’ll Survive.” Because that’s what we do here in Florida. It’s been a rough two weeks for all of us. Most lost power, some had some flooding, and unfortunately a few...
Suncoast Blues 2024 IBC Regional Challenge Review
Suncoast Blues 2024 IBC Regional Challenge Review Sunday September 15th brought a full house out to Bayboro Brewery in St Petersburg for the Suncoast Blues Society International Blues Challenge Regional Competition. Artists competed in both the solo/duo and...
Suncoast Blues Society Donates
Suncoast Blues Society Donates The Palladium in St Petersburg has a rich history of bringing music to our community. The non-profit foundation at the venue has started a restoration campaign that will reimagine this important venue. Prior to the Southern Hospitality...
Message from your President 2024
Suncoast Blues Society Events Calendar (Or, Where is my show?) While this message is primarily for our local artists, members may find interest in better understanding how events find their way to the Suncoast Blues Society event calendar SBS Events Calendar,...
THE INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE – 2024
This year's International Blues Challenge will be held on Beale Street in Memphis, TN from January 7-11, 2025. The tickets will be available starting October 1, 2024. THE INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE From International Blues Foundation...
Suncoast Blues Society members can purchase pre-sales tickets to blues legend Buddy Guy
NOTE: All SBS members in good standing (paid membership) have the right to this offer. Follow instructions below to get access to the SBS discounted tickets! Special SBS Members Only BenefitTickets are available May 16th 4:00PM Your Suncoast Blues Society...
Everybody Having a Ball – Billy Price Band
Everybody Having a Ball Billy Price Band @ Cottonmouth southern Soul Kitchen On March 29th 2024, Billy Price and his band made their debut in Bradenton’s Village of the Arts and put on one of the best shows seen to date at the venue. The band set the tone for the...
Helping the Mississippi John Hurt Museum
Helping the Mississippi John Hurt Museum In late February, the Mississippi John Hurt Museum in Avalon, Mississippi suffered a devastating fire, one that destroyed the museum and the historical artifacts within. To help with the reconstruction and to continue our...
Youth Day at Tampa Bay Blues Festival 2024
Youth Day at Tampa Bay Blues FestivalSunday, April 14th, 2024 The Tampa Bay Blues Festival (TBBF) is a 3-Day event held in beautifulVinoy Waterfront Park, St Petersburg, Florida, April 12-14, 2024.Some of the world’s preeminent Blues Music artists will perform. Blues...
Message from your President…
Message from your President… It is my honor to represent Suncoast Blues Society in the office of President. This message will be short, as there are a few items in the works that need to be resolved before I can fully comment. First, I wish to congratulate and thank...
BLUES BASH AT THE RANCH – PART TWO – SATURDAY
BLUES BASH AT THE RANCH - PART TWO - SATURDAY Blues Bash at the Ranch runs Friday, March 15, 2024 through March 17, 2024 with three days of incredible blues. Camping is optional. Single day and weekend passes are on sale online through 3/11/24; after that tickets...
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