Quotables

"The Beatles and The Stones were basically inspired by American Rhythm and Blues."
- Mick Taylor
"Hearing the blues changed my life."
- Van Morrison
"If you don't know the blues... there's no point in picking up the guitar and playing rock and roll or any other form of popular music."
- Keith Richards
"The one thing the blues don't get is the backing and pushing of TV and radio like a lot of this garbage you hears. They choke stuff down people's throat so they got no choice but to listen to it."
- John Lee Hooker

A Blues Brews and BBQ Dedication...

Blues Brews and BBQ and all of Visalia lost a dear friend last spring. This will be the first full season without our namesake - Mary Ann (right).

We dedicate this season's Blues Brews and BBQ to Mary Ann. She will be greatly missed but certainly not forgotten.

This season's schedule is sure to please the most dedicated and hardcore Blues fan as well as those who want to come out for free music, good eats and nice cold drinks. Bring the family; bring the boss; bring your employees; bring your co-workers; or come by yourself... but be sure to bring a fun-loving attitude!

2011 Schedule

April 1 - Electric Grease

May 6 - Bad Luck and Trouble (Convention Center Courtyard)

June 3 - Brad Wilson Band

July 1 - Andrew J. Magnuson Band

August 5 - Blackwater Blues Band

Sept. 2 - Alastair Greene


Oct. 7 - 3 Guys Playin' The Blues

As always with outdoor events, Blues Brews & BBQ is produced weather permitting. If you have any questions about the event please do not hesitate to call the appropriate number.