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Latest Blues News
- B.B. King's Estate Sues Blues Foundation Over Royalties: The estate of B.B. King is suing the Blues Foundation, a non-profit organization that promotes and preserves blues music, over unpaid royalties. [Source: Rolling Stone]
- Eric Clapton to Release New Blues Album: Eric Clapton is set to release a new blues album, "I Still Do", on June 2nd. The album features 11 tracks, including covers of blues classics and original compositions. [Source: Billboard]
- St. Louis Blues Win First Stanley Cup in Franchise History: The St. Louis Blues won their first Stanley Cup in franchise history, defeating the Boston Bruins 4-1 in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals. [Source: ESPN]
Blues Music News
- Christone "Kingfish" Ingram Wins Blues Music Award: Christone "Kingfish" Ingram won the Best New Artist award at the 40th Annual Blues Music Awards, held in Memphis, Tennessee. [Source: Blues Music Awards]
- Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials Release New Album: Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials have released a new album, "The Big Sound", featuring 12 tracks of Chicago-style blues. [Source: AllMusic]
- The Blues Foundation Announces 2022 Blues Hall of Fame Inductees: The Blues Foundation has announced the 2022 inductees to the Blues Hall of Fame, including artists such as Bobby Rush, Lazy Lester, and The Memphis Jug Band. [Source: Blues Foundation]
Blues Festivals and Events
- New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Announces 2022 Lineup: The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival has announced its 2022 lineup, featuring artists such as The Rolling Stones, The Who, and The Lumineers. [Source: NOLA.com]
- Bluesfest 2022 Announces Initial Lineup: Bluesfest 2022 has announced its initial lineup, featuring artists such as Buddy Guy, Robert Cray, and Christone "Kingfish" Ingram. [Source: Bluesfest]
- Chicago Blues Festival Announces 2022 Lineup: The Chicago Blues Festival has announced its 2022 lineup, featuring artists such as Buddy Guy, Koko Taylor, and Billy Branch. [Source: Chicago Tribune]
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