Register for the 2022 IBC - Nov. 6th

MO Blues intends to hold the first local International Blues Challenge (IBC) since the onset of COVID. The winners of this local challenge will be sponsored by MO Blues at the IBC in Memphis, TN in February of 2023. The IBC in Memphis represents the worldwide search for blues bands and solo/duo blues performers ready for the international stage, yet just needing that extra big break. The world’s largest gathering of blues musicians will take place on Beale Street, with over 20 clubs hosting the challengers and fans. In addition to featuring these final rounds of the prestigious blues music competition, the IBC event week will offer seminars, showcases, master classes, film screenings, networking events, book signings, and receptions for blues societies, fans, and professionals.

In order to participate in the MO Blues local event, challengers must complete the accompanying registration form. Here is some additional information that the competing acts should know.

Each act that is participating must have at least ONE member who is also a current member in good

standing with the MO Blues Association, Inc.

The challengers are required to perform a 30 minute set. The performances will be evaluated by a panel of three independent judges. 

The MO Blues IBC will be held on Sunday, November 6, 2022. It will be held at the Eagles Club on

1411 Missouri Blvd, Jefferson City, MO. Performances will appear in the order that their registration

was received. Performances will begin promptly at noon.

*REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2022*