Music on the Couch Show 302 1/11/2016 IBC Preview Show #2
SHOW # 302 – 01/11/16 – IBC PREVIEW SHOW #2
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NATIONAL WOMEN IN BLUES
Michele Seidman and Terri Robbins, the two women behind The National Women In Blues joined me to speak about the spectacular showcase they put on each year during IBC. This year they are moving to Beale Street where they will be in Alfred’s on Friday. We learned a little of the history of the NWIB and spoke about this year’s lineup.
EDDIE COTTON JR – 2015 Band Challenge Winner
Segment Begins At The 33:02 Mark
Eddie and I discussed his year and the opportunities he took advantage of from his win at the IBC. He also talked about having the right attitude, being focused and performing to the audience to have the most success.
HEALTH SCREENINGS – The H.A.R.T. Fund
Segment Begins At The 59:10 Mark
Dr. Janice Johnston returned to discuss the wonderful Health Clinics she and her group of volunteers offer to all IBC Challengers and fans FREE! She talked about additional screenings they are able to add this year, the need for volunteers and some of the other things the H.A.R.T. Fund is doing to aid musicians with healthcare everyday of the year.
Greg Slim Lively Johnson – President Cascades Blues Society / IBC Volunteer/KBA Recipient
Segment Begins At The 1:31:53 Mark
Greg told about how he became involved in the Blues and the Blues Foundation. He gave us small peeks behind the curtain to let everyone know the many moving parts it takes to run this event successfully.
SONGS PLAYED:
Color Blind Angel – Robin Rogers
Middle Aged Bones – Michele Seidman
One At A Time – Eddie Cotton Jr.
Howlin’ For My Darlin’ – Howlin’ Wolf
Company Graveyard – Karen Lovely
