Tickets can be purchased in advance at MVBS.org or at the gate on September 16th and 17th. Thats when I decided that I wanted to be up there with him. The location of the festival was moved to downtown Bentonia, Mississippi in 2006. MVBS seeks to present a welcoming summer festival and community. One person was killed and five others were injured when multiple shooters opened fire Saturday at the Mississippi Mudbug Festival in Jackson, authorities said. Sunscreen lotion non-aerosol containers only (sunscreen stations will be available around the park as well). Since its inception, the band has played around the world, including Norway, Switzerland, Brazil, Ireland, Turkey, and the Netherlands. | Admin | Privacy Policy, Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival, With the relaxing of the COVID-19 restrictions and many inquiries from blues fans from around the country, MACE wants the public to know that the 45, For additional information, please visit MACEs website at. You consent to our cookies if you continue to use our website. MACE also wants to thank blues fans who attended the 45th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival which was streamed live on You-Tube and Facebook. Only three-day and VIP pass holders may exit and re-enter the park. Looking back on his rich history, Walker shares, Id like to be known for the credibility of a lifetime of being true to my music and the blues. FESTIVAL HISTORY; Select Page. GREENVILLE, MISSISSIPPI With the relaxing of the COVID-19 restrictions and many inquiries from blues fans from around the country, MACE wants the public to know that the 45 th Annual Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival (MDBHF) will be produced LIVE at the Washington County Convention Center and Fairgrounds on September 17, 2022. Donations are appreciated. Admission is free to this outdoor event. September 09, 2022 - The Mississippi River Parkway Commission offers The Great River Road - a historic, scenic drive that traces the Mississippi River's course through 10 states and over 3,000 miles. Sunday, August 13, 2023 3:30 PM. Since 1978, in addition to recording and performing, he has taught hundreds of thousands of children around the world. Bentonia, Nicely done; thanks for sharing the good music." . Copyright 2016 Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival. MVBS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment or discrimination of any kind. When Carey took his leave, the young Billy Branch took his place, touring with Willie Dixon for 6 years. Each year, the festival offers the very best in blues acts, and previous attending artists have included BB King, Muddy Waters, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Willie Foster. Woods has been performing regularly since 2002 and to date has released 5 independent albums (3 solo albums, and 2 albums backed by his unparalleled band, The Thunderbolts). Thanks to all our blues fans from around the state, the country and the world. Historic Downtown Columbus around 2nd Avenue South and 5th Street South, 2nd Ave S & 5th St S Columb, Columbus, Mississippi Natchez Bluff Blues Festival April, 2023 Various Venues - Natchez, MS 39120, Natchez, Mississippi Crawfish Festival April, 2023 Mississippi Coast Coliseum, Biloxi, Mississippi Vicksburg Riverfest April, 2023 Id like to think that when someone puts on one of my records they would know from the first notes, Thats Joe Louis Walker.'. Like their live shows, The Soul Searchers is a slow burn that gets hotter as the music progresses. - Michael Swanger, Cityview, Great debut! at 662-335-3523 Previous: GRENADA: Trailriders, Bikers and Cowboys Blues Showdown Next: GREENVILLE: Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage BLUES WEEK. CLARKSDALE: Juke Joint Festival and Related Events Clarksdales biggest blues week! Kevin Burt and Big Medicine 5:00-6:15 p.m. Billy Branch and Sons of the Blues 6:45-8:00 p.m. Rick Estrin and the Nightcats 5:15-6:45 p.m. Example video title will go here for this video. Theres a young lady [Vanessa Collier] came onstage with me, I forget where I was, but shes playing an alto saxophone, and man, she was amazing.. Blue Front Cafe107 E Railroad AveBentonia, MS 39040. Billy Branch was discovered by Willie Dixon, the "father of modern Chicago Blues," while Billy was still in college.