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Blues in the Schools Gets Its Mojo Working at Buckman Elementary  

The re-mobilized Blues in the Schools program returned to the stage with a joyful performance, as the Kivett Bednar Band kicked off its first event on February 6th.  I was fortunate to be there after taking the day off from work. The band took…
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Everyone Welcome to the Cascade Blues Association’s March Showcase

 The Cascade Blues Association’s Monthly Showcase takes place on the first Wednesday of each month at Mekong Bistro, bringing the community together to celebrate live blues in all its forms. These evenings highlight exceptional regional…
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Benefits of Volunteering

Why Volunteer with the Cascade Blues Association? Blues isn’t just music. It’s community. And community doesn’t run itself. Whether you’re 18 or 80, a lifelong fan, a gigging musician, a venue owner, or someone who just knows that…
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Tickets on Sale for the Annual Muddy Awards 2026

The Annual Muddy Awards are one of the region’s premier blues celebrations, lighting up the night with live performances from past winners and nominees, Hall of Fame inductions, heartfelt tributes, and a moving remembrance of cherished community members lost during the year.
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Diary of an IBC Newbie – by Kevin Kelley

2025 marked the third time I’d entered the Cascade Blues Association’s Journey to Memphis Competition. In 2022 the Pat Stilwell Band made the J2M finals and had the opportunity to perform at the Waterfront Blues Festival. That was the year…
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The Cascade Blues Association’s February Showcase – Welcome back from Memphis! Lilla, Nikki Jones Band & Sleeper Wave

In February, our Monthly Showcase becomes a Welcome Home Party and Live Showcase featuring the musicians we sent to Memphis for the International Blues Challenge. Lilla, the Nikki Jones Band and Sleeper Wave. From the Mississippi Mingle in…
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The 2025 Winner of the first Anthony Roberts Cascade Blues Association CD Fund Grant

The Cascade Blues Association is honored to announce a new program that will leave a lasting impact on our region’s blues community: the Anthony Roberts Cascade Blues Association CD Fund.
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Don’t Miss This Show!

The countdown continues. Two 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 funds…

Volunteers Needed To Make The CBA Holiday Party Sparkle!

We need volunteers for:🎁 Raffle & Silent Auction Team – Keep the good times (and prizes) rolling! Help organize, display, and run the action.🛍️ Gift Boutique Helpers – Spread cheer while helping guests find the perfect bluesy…
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Special Guests Noah Bell plus Johnny Wheels and the Swamp Donkeys Support J2M!

  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…