NEWS & EVENTS

  The countdown is on. Three months from now, Lilla and The Nikki Jones Band will be in Memphis representing the Cascade Blues Association. In order to get there, it will take you, me and the entire blues community to help them raise…

This past Sunday night, the Cascade Blues Association hosted our Youth Journey to Memphis Showcase and Jam at HŌKŪ Events on Madison — and the talent on stage left no doubt that the future of the blues is in good hands.

The blues are hot this summer, and so is your monthly dose of live local music! Join us for an unforgettable Cascade Blues Association Monthly Showcase, where we spotlight top-tier talent and build community—one groove at a time. September…

What. A. Day. To everyone who joined us yesterday on the sold-out Cruisin’ to Memphis Blues Cruise—thank you. You brought the energy, the love, and the unmistakable spirit of the blues. From the river views to the riveting performances, it was a day to remember. We were honored to host the Journey to Memphis Finals on board, showcasing some of the region’s top-tier blues talent. Every act brought their A-game, making it a tough call for our judges, Ben Jones, Daniel Castro and Casey Sutton—and a total joy for the crowd. Now, without further ado…

August 15–16, 2025Port of Peninsula • Nahcotta, WA • Overlooking Willapa Bay Fondly known as “the little festival at the end of the world,” the Peninsula Blues Festival returns this summer for its 8th year, bringing soulful soundwaves…

This summer, don't miss the inaugural Wilsonville Festival of Music @ Charbonneau, a two-day celebration of blues, soul, and community spirit will be taking over the heart of Charbonneau Village this summer. The Wilsonville Festival of Music…

Chisti Michelle Pacific Northwest artist Christi Michelle is a powerhouse vocalist, songwriter and more. Her music is infused with personal narratives of life, love, survival, heartache, and joy that is the essence of the blues. Whether…