Chicago  Blues Challenge 2025   The Windy City Blues Society extends an invitation for local bands, solo and duo acts to enter the  Chicago Blues Challenge  – a showcase of the blues talent in our region. Winners go on to represent Chicago at the  International Blues Challenge  in Memphis, TN (January 14–17, 2026). The IBC is the world’s premier blues competition, drawing talent buyers, festival promoters, and blues societies from around the globe. It’s a powerful opportunity

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