Music
Blues Challenge
The Ozark Blues Society is calling for entries into its annual Blues Challenge. Submissions — free to enter — are due by Aug. 20.
Rick Gets Rolled To WAC
Because of the extreme, badass, awful tortuous heat, the Rick Springfield concert has been moved from the Arkansas Music Pavilion to the Walton Arts Center.
Christmas Fuller Project's Final Show
The Christmas Fuller Project is releasing a new CD titled “Roman Candle Wars” just in time for the band to end. The group’s final show will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 30 at Mama Carmen’s in Fayetteville.
Otis Is A Soul Tree
Otis is coming to town. The band will play Saturday at the new stage at Kingfish in Fayetteville.
Damn Arkansan And The Name Game
DA: At the end of the day, we wanted a name that’s indicative of where we’re from. That and The Tony Danza Tap Dance Extravaganza was already taken. God, that’s a brilliant name.
Memphis Pencils & Messy Sparkles
How about two album releases for the price of one? Both local band Memphis Pencils and solo act Messy Sparkles (JD Paul, a member of the Pencils) will have new CDs out Friday, July 8 at Smoke & Barrel Tavern.
Cool Off With Hot Summer Jazz
The 13th season of the KUAF Summer Jazz Concert Series kicks off at the Walton Arts Center on July 16.
1 Oz. Jig, Fools Swap Stomping Grounds
Local group the 1 oz. Jig is teaming up with Louisiana-based Stiff Necked Fools this Friday, June 24 to draw out a big crowd of music lovers to George’s Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville.
Back In Blue
The Riverfront Blues Fest returns June 24-25 at Harry E. Kelley Park in Fort Smith.
The Oxygen Edge
With the high price of gas, travel isn’t cheap, and Oxygen is hoping to raise $3,000 to cover the cost of heading west. She’ll perform June 16 at 8 p.m. at Ultra Studios in Fayetteville to help put some money in the coffers.
