Mile High Blues Society

Welcome to the Mile High Blues Society

MHBS Mission Statement:
To nurture appreciation for blues music through blues performances, youth blues education, as well as sponsoring local and international blues challenge competitions.

Mile High Blues Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. You donations are tax deductible, per the IRS rules.

Send us your upcoming shows, remote, live, streamed - we'd love to put them on the calendar and spread the word.

Email your event information to shows@MileHighBluesSociety.com and you can post them to our FaceBook page as well at https://www.facebook.com/TheMileHighBluesSociety

We'd love to help spread the word about your music!

BLUES FOUNDATION APPOINTS NEW PRESIDENT & CEO

Blues Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Patricia Wilson Aden as its next President & CEO. Aden brings more than three decades of non-profit management experience to the Foundation, with a specialization in the preservation and celebration of African American cultural resources. Her most recent experience as President & CEO of the African American Museum in Philadelphia and her earlier role as Executive Director of the Rhythm & Blues Foundation make her uniquely qualified to lead The Blues Foundation and its Blues Hall of Fame. Aden stated, “I am genuinely excited to join The Blues Foundation and the Blues community in celebrating the Blues and the artists who have made it America’s original musical genre. Aden will join the Foundation staff on October 1, 2020.

Aden succeeds Barbara Newman, who will begin her retirement September 30th. Under Newman’s leadership, The Blues Foundation saw marked growth in engagement and reach in all facets of the organization’s operations. She embraced technology to offer greater access to and programming of major Blues Foundation events, including the International Blues Challenge and Blues Music Awards, forged new industry alliances, and amplified awareness of organizational activities in fulfilling The Blues Foundation’s mission to preserve, celebrate, and expand awareness of the Blues genre. Most recently, she led the charge to develop a relief fund to provide financial support for basic living necessities to Blues musicians whose income streams have evaporated in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since the first of April, that fund has raised over $250,000 and assisted close to 250 musicians. Throughout her tenure, she has prioritized strong fiscal management and is leaving The Blues Foundation well-situated to further advance its mission under Aden’s leadership.

Michael Freeman, Chairman of The Blues Foundation’s Board of Directors, added, “On behalf of the global Blues community we wish Barbara Newman the very best for a wonderful retirement and with the greatest appreciation for her tireless dedication to The Blues Foundation as its President & CEO. Thanks to her vision and leadership we are well positioned to welcome Patty Aden as our new President & CEO to continue the forward movement of the organization. We are thrilled to have found such an experienced and well-respected leader and look forward to welcoming her on October 1st.

MUSICIAN ASSISTANCE

Joe Bonamassa's KTBA LAUNCHES FUELING MUSICIANS PROGRAM Joe Bonamassa’s Fueling Musicians Program is an emergency relief plan for touring musicians affected by the COVID-19 crisis. This initiative is designed to support musicians by providing financial assistance for essential living expenses such as food, shelter, and more. Fueling Musicians provides immediate cash payments of $1,000, as well as pre-paid gas cards of $500 to help struggling musicians get back on the road again when it is safe.Your gift today will have an impact on the livelihood of struggling musicians. Please help with what you can - your donations go directly to musicians in need.DONATE NOW! If you are a musician that has been dramatically affected by the cancellation of shows due to COVID-19, click here to apply.

General Information about the COVID-19 Blues Musician Emergency Relief Fund
The Blues Foundation established the COVID-19 Blues Musician Emergency Relief Fund to provide immediate resources to full-time professional North American blues musicians whose revenue streams have been severely diminished by the current coronavirus pandemic. The fund is intended for blues musicians for whom performing makes up the bulk of their income and who have no other outlets for work. A professional blues musician with financial need will be considered for an award by the Fund Committee based on the subjective merits of their application and financial need. Award amounts are intended to assist primarily with immediate essential needs such as food, rent/mortgage, utilities, phone and car payments. Medical insurance premiums will also be considered.Request FundingRequests for funding should be made by contacting The Blues Foundation directly. Upon contacting the Foundation, you will be asked to complete a short application form that will be reviewed by a committee.To request funding please contact:
Elizabeth Montgomery Brown at elizabeth@blues.org

Donate:
Funds donated to the COVID-19 Blues Musician Emergency Relief Fund are dedicated 100% to artist relief efforts. Contributions may be made online or by sending a check to:
The Blues Foundation (COVID-19), 421 South Main, Memphis, TN 38103.

Equal Sound Corona Relief Fund
Equal Sound, an organization that strives to break down traditional genre boundaries through events and advocacy, is inviting musicians who have lost income due to the pandemic to apply for funds. Applicants must provide proof they had a confirmed concert cancelled over the coronavirus to receive the money.Equal Sound is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation based in Los Angeles.

Corona Relief Fund applicationApplication: https://equalsound.org/musicians-corona-relief-fund-application/

Additional resources can be found at:

FEMMUSIC - Emergency Grant Resources for Artists
https://femmusic.com/wp/index.php/2020/07/24/emergency-grants-resources-for-artists/

BILLBOARD.com
https://www.billboard.com/articles/business/9337908/coronavirus-resource-guide-music-professionals-help

UPCOMING EVENTS

THURSDAY September 17, 2020
8 PM – 11 PM
Reckless and Blue Live at Eck's Saloon
Reckless and Blue is playing Live at Eck's Saloon, Thursday September 17, 2020, at 8:00 pm. This is a socially distanced event. Masks are required until you sit down at a table and tables are well spaced apart.

ALFONZO Events

Sunday - September 20 Alfonzo live at Mishawaka

Seating is limited please place reservation in advance
Seating times
1pm & 3pm
https://www.themishawaka.com/sunday-summer-series/

1:00 PM- 4:30 PM

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Saturday - October 31 - Alfonzo Live at Dazzle

Seating is Limited to 50
Tickets must be purchased in advance
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6:00 PM- 8:30 PM

Dazzle Presents, 1512 Curtis Street, Denver, CO 80202, USA

IBC 2021 UPDATE

The Blues Foundation's Board of Directors recently voted to suspend all IBC 2021 activities, including the Keeping the Blues Alive Awards, and postpone the event to 2022. Sadly, we do not feel it would be safe for our community to come together in large crowds until the COVID-19 pandemic is under control and large gatherings are once again safe.

NEWLY UPDATED!
Please save the date for IBC Week 2022 - January 18th - January 22nd
We look forward to seeing you in Memphis then!

UPCOMING EVENTS

The Custom Shop Band

THE MILE HIGH BLUES SOCIETY MAILING ADDRESS
Mile High Blues Society

P. O. Box 12464

Denver, Colorado 80212-2464

THE BLUES STORE IS OPEN - MHBS T-SHIRTS ARE HERE

The Mile High Blues Society Store is Open for Business! You can order one of our very cool, high quality MHBS T-shirts. Prompt shipment via USPS Priority Mail. Show your colors; visit the store HERE.

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Membership has its benefits! You will receive the "Blues Insider" newsletter, with news and reviews. Members get a discount on tickets to shows and invitations to members-only events presented by The Mile High Blues Society, among other perks. As a MHBS member you will be a strong supporter and advocate for local blues.

Membership starts at only $15, Please click here to get started.

Memphis IBC

Alex Maryol - 2017 Solo Winner

Deep Pocket Thieves - 2017 Band Winner

2016

50 Shades of Blue - 2016 Duo Winner

Michael Hornbuckle Band - 2016 Band Winner

REACH OUT TO THE DENVER BLUES COMMUNITY!

Do you want to promote your business or event to the Denver blues scene? You can place display ads in The Blues Insider newsletter and here on the MHBS website for as little as $20 per month for active MHBS members. Reach thousands of devoted local blues fans. Contact us at ads@milehighbluessociety.com to get started.

Mile High Blues Society

UPCOMING EVENTS

THURSDAY September 17, 2020 8 PM – 11 PM Reckless and Blue Live at Eck's Saloon Reckless and Blue is playing Live at Eck's Saloon, Thursday September 17, 2020, at 8:00 pm. This is a socially distanced event. Masks are required until you sit down at a table and tables are well spaced apart.

ALFONZO Events

1:00 PM- 4:30 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

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THURSDAY September 17, 2020
8 PM – 11 PM
Reckless and Blue Live at Eck's Saloon
Reckless and Blue is playing Live at Eck's Saloon, Thursday September 17, 2020, at 8:00 pm. This is a socially distanced event. Masks are required until you sit down at a table and tables are well spaced apart.