Browsing: Blues Hall of Fame

The Blues Foundation’s Blues Music Week delivers an abundance of amazing events for acclaimed musicians, industry professionals, ardent fans, and the general public to experience in the cradle of blues, Memphis, Tennessee.

One of the last and most accomplished practitioners of the golden 1950s era of Chicago blues, Williams was well-known for his instantly recognizable stinging guitar tone.

The brawny guitar and absolute soul-wrenching vocals of Otis Rush will forever fill the halls of blues titans past, as well as Earth-bound fans for generations.

The “King of the Honkers,” McNeely’s feverish playing help set the course for rock n roll, and he was driving teens of all races mad long before Elvis hit the scene.

Lester’s fans are world-wide. He was quick with a joke or 10, had no pretense of ego, and was always just one of the guys.

Chicago Drummers Sam Lay and Fred Below will both be inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame on May 9th, 2018 at Memphis’ Halloran Centre.

Denise LaSalle was the undisputed “Blues Queen.” A singer, songwriter, producer, label owner, mentor, and entrepreneur, her music and her legacy will live forever.

A seminal figure in American music, Fats Domino’s endearing smile, energy, and thunderous, rolling piano will be dearly missed.

Oliver was also one of the foremost blues historians of gospel and blues music in the modern era.

A wealth of wonderful events will happen throughout the week surrounding the main attractions: the Blues Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and the Blues Music Awards.