Blues Foundation kicks off 33rd Int'l. Blues Challenge with free concert in Clayborn Temple 1/31
THE BLUES FOUNDATION KICKS OFF ITS 33RD INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE WITH A FREE CONCERT ON JANUARY 31 The IBC’S International Showcase will feature top blues acts from around the world performing at Memphis’ historic Clayborn Temple MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The blues will be coming home to Memphis on January 31st when The Blues Foundation hosts its 33rd annual International Blues Challenge . At this blues summit, musicians from around the globe will battle it out for cash, prizes, and bookings in the Challenge’s half-dozen categories. Before the much-anticipated competition begins, however, musicians, blues professionals and fans will first come together for the traditional kick-off concert, the International Showcase . Taking place at the historic Clayborn Temple on January 31, 2017 , beginning at 5 p.m., this opening night event features pe...