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


The MBAS 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, blues music showcases, 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 regularly on events and other gigs, subscribe to our newsletter, or become an MBAS member.

MBAS Victorian/Tasmanian Blues Music Awards

If you have a commercially released CD, released between 1sy July 2007 and 30th June 2008 and are Victorian (Australia)

You are eligible to enter, download the nomination forms and send CDs to MBAS PO Box 1249 St Kilda South Vic 3182 by July 3rd 2007

The winners will be announced on the Awards at the presentation venue
Sunday 24th August 2008
 at the
British Crown Hotel 5pm
14-18 Smith Street Collingwood

Download entry form here PDF


Victoria's Top 101 Tourism Experiences - The Blues Train needs your help!

WHAT?
RACV has launched a campaign to find Victoria's top 101 tourism experiences.

To find out more info .............

YOUTH IN BLUES PROJECT
Invitation to all aspiring young blues musicians

April Update:

Session 1 - Finished
Session 2 - Finished
Session 3 - Finished - Photo Gallery
Session 4 - Showcase
Showcase will be held at the British Crown Hotel -
14-18 Smith Street Collingwood
Sunday 6th July between 1:00pm to 6:00pm
Entry $5.00

Find out more details about this project on our Youth In Blues page.

 

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 two best possible representatives to participate in the IBC (International Blues Challenge) held in Memphis U.S.A.

This Year's Winners
This year, MBAS sent solo/duo winner, Suzannah Espie & Big Boy Lemonade, and band winner, Jaimi Faulkner Band during Janurary & February 08. See letters from each of these artists sharing their trip experiences here.



Suzannah Espie
Suzannah Espie & Big Boy Lemonade
Jaimi Faulkner Band
Jaimi Faulkner Band

 

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.
See all award winners for 2007 Vic Tas Awards
Download Entry Form for 2008 Awards PDF

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Blues Quick Links

Every Tuesday evening at British Crown Hotel
14-18 Smith Street Collingwood

Occasional special guest performers, followed by jam sessions - anyone is welcome to jam, just bring along your musical instrument if you have one (or just your voice).


First Sunday each Month, Musicland Production Venue, Fawkner
1359A Sydney Rd, Fawkner
(next door to Weather World)

Starting at 7:30pm
FREE


Every Thursday evening at Nighthawk Blues
Cnr Nepean Hwy & Balcolm Rd, Mentone

Starting at 8:30pm
FREE



More info on Jam Nights...

What's on, where and when, in Melbourne, Victoria and Australia-wide.
- Blues Gigs  &  Events
- Music Venues
- Blues Music Festivals
- Blues On The Radio


Read about, or advertise on, special blues-related info & upcoming activities. 
- Blues In The News


CD & DVD Reviews
Rooster reviews albums, cds and dvds from local and overseas artists.

- Blues CD & DVD Reviews

Blues Community Online
AUSTRALIAN BLUES COMMUNITY FORUM
Forum to help connect blues-minded folk, whether musicians or blues enthusiasts.

Visit MBAS Blues Forum


MBAS ON MYSPACE
MBAS has its own home on MySpace. Come join our community. 

Visit MBAS on MySpace

 

MBAS Youth In Blues Project is for youth 19 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!


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.

 

Bluesworks Art Gallery by Artist Earl Klatzel
A stunning collection of blues artwork depicting famous blues musicians of old.

Get your Music played on US Radio
WPKN-FM Radio in Conneticut is looking for Australian Blues cds to play on their radio station.
for more info on any of these, please visit Blues In The News

 

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Blues Club for Blues Enthusiasts and Blues Musicians
Melbourne Victoria Australia

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MBAS is proudly sponsored by the following companies. Please visit our Sponsors page for more info on each sponsor.

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