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The NCFBS is pleased to announce our Blues Challenge winners: Band: Sheba the Mississippi Queen & the Bluesmen Solo/Duo: Sweet William Self-produced CD: Sheba the Mississippi Queen – A Real Good Woman Thanks to all that participated and those that attended! What a fun night – and a very competitive event – so many fantastic […]
We at the North Central Florida Blues Society regret to inform the local Blues fans that our jam is being postponed while we find a new venue. We appreciate your patience as we find a new home for the jam and we thank the Eagles for their hospitality this year. For those really missing getting […]
Forgotten Music LLC has partnered with Wellstock Festival to raise money for the victims of hurricane Michael on the Forgotten Coast. The event will be held on November 3 at the Mattie Kelly Cultural Arts Village located at 4323 Commons Drive West, Destin. Gates will open at 11 AM CT. For event and ticket information […]
The loss of Mark Jacoby has left us very sad, but we at the North Central Florida Blues Society feel blessed to have known Mark and will keep him in our memories – a kind soul that could really play the Blues! As he and his family haven meant so much to this musical community, […]
We at the NCFBS are elated to announce that one of our own, Dr. Tim Fik, has received a 2018 Keeping the Blues Alive Award from the Blues Foundation. This award is determined by a select panel of blues professionals to honor those who make significant contributions to the genre. From the Blues Foundation’s announcement: […]
I am often asked (and it is a question I appreciate): “How can I support the North Central Florida Blues Society?” There are a few ways. 1.Join or renew your membership. You can do so online at: http://ncfblues.org/support-us/ or using the Store function at ncfblues.org. Or you can join up in person at our events. […]
We at the North Central Florida Blues Society are deeply saddened by the loss of Eddie Jacoby. We will miss not only his fantastic music, but more importantly his kind heart – he had the heart of an artist. It was truly an honor to know Eddie. A person like Eddie that departs from this […]
A reminder to some, and news to those that may not be aware: If you are a North Central Florida Blues Society member and you have a band that plays Blues music, your band is eligible to host our monthly electric Blues jam typically held at The Dirty Bar on the third Sunday of every […]
Did you know that the North Central Florida Blues Society is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization and your membership dues are tax deductible? Help us preserve, cultivate, nurture, and promote the Blues in the Gainesville, Florida area by joining us. A single annual membership is only $20/year. Download our membership brochure at http://ncfblues.org/support-us/ and mail your […]
The North Central Florida Society is looking for musicians to help with Blues in the Schools. Anyone interested in helping should contact Barbara at barbara@ncfblues.org. See more information about our Blues in the Schools program at https://ncfblues.org/blues-in-the-schools/.
