The irrepressible spirit of the blues was on full display during
The Blues Foundation’s 42nd Blues Music Awards (BMAs) presented by Global Electronic Technology when winners across twenty-five (25) categories were announced. Broadcasted virtually due to COVID precautions, the show’s highlights included heartfelt video statements from many of the winners as well as lively performances from several past BMA winning artists. Awarded by The Blues Foundation’s members, the BMAs are widely recognized as the highest honor given to blues musicians. The 42nd Blues Music Awards coincides with the 42nd annual celebration of Black Music Month which recognizes the immeasurable influence of Black artists and their music on America s musical traditions.
Singer songwriter and guitarist Ben Harper performs for the first time in 2021 and for the first time since the COVID pandemic wiped out live music in America for more than a year. Photos and review of a stunning Memorial Day concert in Denver by Ben Harper and opening act Jake Etheridge.
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