Welcome to Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society
Melbourne's Top Blues Club

MBAS (Melbourne Blues Appreciation Soceity) is a non-profit blues club based in Melbourne, whose mission is to bring together blues enthusiasts and blues artists, and also encourage budding musicians.  We offer a range of activities such as blues jam nights, fundraising gigs & events, music awards, blues contests, and a Youth In Blues Project. 

We also provide lots of blues-related information on blues gigs & events around Melbourne, blues artists, music venues around Victoria, blues cd reviews, and a Blues Community Forum to network blues enthusiasts and musicians together.

Keep informed on blues music events and other blues gigs:
- subscribe to our Blues Newsletter, or
- become an MBAS member.

MBAS Recognises & Assists Blues Talent...

Blues Jam Nights are hosted weekly by MBAS, offering local up & coming as well as established blues artists the chance to gain recognition by playing in front of an audience, whilst also offering musicians the chance to network.

MBAS Blues Performer of The Year sends the best possible representatives to participate in the IBC (International Blues Challenge) held in Memphis U.S.A.

MBAS Victorian/Tasmanian Blues Music Awards
are held each year for blues artists who have a commercial CD released between 30th June the previous year and the 1st July in the present year.

MBAS Youth In Blues Project is for youth 25 years and under, who are already playing blues or who are interested in receiving help in furthering their music career. 

Helping MBAS with Fund Raising...

Our merchandise helps with fundraising efforts.  See what we have to offer and find out how you can buy our MBAS Merchandise!

All Things Blues...

We provide information on all things related to Blues for your information and entertainment:

• Blues Community Forum
  A message board to help connect blues-minded folk, whether musicians or blues enthusiasts.
  
  
• Blues On The Radio
  Listen to the Blues on radio... tune in and turn up you dial!
  Blues is alive and kicking.
  
  
• Blues Artists & Performers
  Showcasing up-and-coming as well as professional blues artists. Female Blues Artists, Male Blues Artists, Blues Duos & Trios, Blues Bands.
  
  
• Blues Music Links
  For your information, we have provided links to blues related music sites, festivals, venues, etc.
  
  

All Images on this site are copyright © MBAS, Sam Salzone & Lee Koumarianos.
Unauthorized copying or use of images is prohibited.

Melbourne Blues Appreciation Society (MBAS)
Blues Club for Blues Enthusiasts and Blues Musicians
Melbourne Victoria Australia