The MN Blues Hall of Fame is a historical record of those who have made the Blues timeless
through performance, documentation, and recording.
Every year, the Minnesota Blues Society will induct new members into the Blues Hall of Fame for their
historical contribution, impact and overall influence on the blues in Minnesota.
The celebration for the 2023 Hall of Fame Inductees will take place in two parts:
a celebration and banquet in October and a celebration at the Annual Party in December
2023 Hall of Fame Inductees
Performer – Bernard Allison Sideman – Michael Velasquez Legend – Virgil Nelson (Butanes) Legacy – Steve Kilbride Arts/Media/Literature– Neil Schloner (Photography) Blues Recording – The Blues is All Around Hook’s Combo Blues Song – Barbara LeShoure “Crying” Keeping Blues Alive – Roz Goldberg Linda Tannenbaum Supporter of the Blues (Non-Performer)– Jerry and Sandy Hokanson |
Dates to Remember
JANUARY 1 – JUNE 15 EACH YEAR
Public Nominations for Hall of Fame Candidates Accepted
July of Each Year
Inductees Announced at Annual Picnic
October OF EACH YEAR
Hall of Fame Banquet
December OF EACH YEAR
Hall of Fame Ceremony
Do you have someone in mind that meets the criteria for a future award?
Use this form to submit your nomination.
Are you interested in supporting this wonderful event that honors local blues musicians each year.
Please click on the button for more information!
The criteria the MnBS uses to select inductees is available on the Minnesota Blues Hall of Fame page or click the button above.
