Blues Photo Archive
Pictured at the 2011 Blues Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony are BMI’s Thomas Cain and Bobby Rush. View Photo
The Blues Hall of Fame held their annual awards and induction ceremony on Wednesday, May 4 in Memphis. BMI’s Thomas Cain proudly celebrated with members of the BMI blues family, who took home an overwhelming 98% of the awards. The night before the awards ceremony, legendary BMI singer/songwriters Robert Cray, John Hammond, Denise LaSalle, and J.B. Lenoir were inducted into… View Photo
The Blues Foundation received the Governor’s Arts Award in Nashville on April 12. Executive Director Jay Sieleman accepted on behalf of The Blues Foundation and met the Governor and his wife at the Governor’s residence in advance. Attendance was limited to ten people, including BMI’s Thomas Cain, who serves on the Foundation’s Board. The Foundation was also represented by Priscilla… View Photo
BMI bluesman Seth Walker was the featured performer at the National Restaurant Association’s (NRA) winter board meeting, held January 26 in Palm Springs, California. Walker has opened for legends including Ray Charles and B.B. King, and was a favorite surprise guest during Raul Malo’s recent residency at Nashville’s Station Inn. Pictured after his performance are BMI’s Dan Spears, NRA President/CEO… View Photo
Buddy Guy performs after receiving his Lifetime Achievement Award from the Blues Foundation at the 31st Annual Blues Music Awards. View Photo
Tommy Castro celebrates another big win at the 2010 Blues Music Awards. View Photo
The Tommy Castro Band wins Band of the Year at the 31st Annual Blues Music Awards. View Photo
Jason Ricci accepts his trophy for Harmonica player of the year at the 2010 Blues Music Awards. View Photo
Album of the Year winner Joe Louis Walker performs at the 2010 Blues Music Awards. View Photo
The Global Education Center in Nashville recently celebrated their 14th anniversary by inviting the Tupelo, Miss. siblings The Homemade Jamz’ Blues Band to headline a concert at Father Ryan High School. The group, comprising siblings Ryan (17), Kyle (15), and Taya Perry (10), constructs their own instruments and has received ample praise for their distinct, award-winning sound. Pictured at the… View Photo