The nomination follows a breakthrough year for Childers, which saw the release of his critically acclaimed debut album ‘Purgatory.’

Educators who sign up for the workshop sessions before the concert will receive a free ticket to that evening’s show.

“We’ve already recorded albums that are going to be released very soon. The records are already done and in the can.”

Julie King Dworski will continue in her position until June 4th, when incoming director Tracy Lane will take her place at the helm of Roots N Blues N BBQ.

Rock and Roll has been described as dangerous, incendiary, and corrupting. Philadelphia’s Low Cut Connie, and their release ‘Dirty Pictures (Part 2)’ are all those things in the very best ways. Hail! Hail! Rock n Roll!

“I love doing what I do; performing, being in the studio. It gives me a lot of joy, probably the most in my life. That’s why I’ve been doing it so long.”

“When we go out and play this music live, people are just dancing. They’re smiling. Their hands are clapping and their arms are up. That’s our goal. That’s why we do what we do.” – Victor Wainwright

Nominees, presenters, and performing artists gather to recognize the year’s best. 135 nominees in 26 categories share one thing – their love of blues music.

“Billy Joel was one of my earliest influences… With my cover, I wanted to capture that 60’s Motown sound and send Billy straight to Hitsville USA!” – Paul Loren

“We’ve always believed that less is more, and that’s the way we record as well, very simplistically; we don’t overdo things.”