The International Blues Challenge 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.
As the local Blues Foundation affiliate the Lowcountry Blues Connection is allowed to send one Solo/Duo act and one Band act to compete. We select these acts by having a judged showcase where acts perform a 25 minute set of music.
See www.blues.org for all judging details and rules.
This year our RTM showcase will be on Sunday, May 4th, 2025. At The Palmetto brewery in Charleston. Make your plans now!
