HOT SHOW - June 3: Big Llou's Blues Fest Kickoff FunRaiser, Legends, Chicago
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Kenny Neal, Eden Brent, Shakura S’Aida, Lynne Jordan, Patch of Blues
Plus special guests and an All-Star Lineup To Headline a "Pre-Party with a Purpose" to Support The Blues Foundation and Chicago Youth Music, as a prelude to Chicago Blues Festival 2026
· When: Wednesday, June 3, 2026
· Doors: 5:30 PM | Free Acoustic Show: 6:00 PM | Main Event: 8:00 PM
· VIP: A limited 20-seat "Shucky Ducky" RESERVED VIP experience is available for $140 via Zeffy. General Adm. tickets available at www.buddyguy.com
GoldenVoice Audio Foundation and Executive Producer BIGLLOU Johnson are proud to announce the return of the 3rd Annual Blues Fest KickOff Fun-Raiser – Chicago Crossroads: A Sinner's Serenade. The gala takes place Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at the legendary Buddy Guy's Legends, 700 S. Wabash, in the heart of Chicago.
For over a decade, BIGLLOU'S Tribute FunRaising events have brought together legendary performers, industry titans, and devoted fans to celebrate the preservation of the Blues. The 2026 theme, "Crossroads to Chicago" draws inspiration from the gritty, soulful aesthetic of the cinematic world of Sinners, creating a hauntingly beautiful backdrop for a night of world-class music and philanthropy.
This year's lineup features a powerhouse roster including 2026 Hall of Fame Inductee Kenny Neal, Eden Brent (performing a special tribute to Marcia Ball), Shakura S'Aida, Lynne Jordan, and Patch of Blue, alongside a few surprise guests that "only BigLLOU can call in."
"Chicago is where the blues found its electricity, and on June 3rd, we're plugging in for a purpose," says BIGLLOU, the beloved founding voice host of B.B. King’s Bluesville on SiriusXM, Blues Music Award winner and Chicago Hall of Fame Inductee. "Our event last month in Memphis was in the city of saints and sinners, and this month we're bringing the Crossroads to Chicago for a night of 'Mercy' and music. It's about celebrating the legends who paved the way and making sure the foundation they built remains strong for the next generation.
"The "Holy Grail" Auction
Music history collectors should take note: the night features a high-stakes auction for a brand-new Resonator Guitar signed by select cast members of the film Sinners, including blues giants Bobby Rush, Boo Mitchell, and Christone Kingfish Ingram and if you're lucky Buddy Guy himself if he's at the club!
· When: Wednesday, June 3, 2026
· Doors: 5:30 PM | Free Acoustic Show: 6:00 PM | Main Event: 8:00 PM
· VIP: A limited 20-seat "Shucky Ducky" RESERVED VIP experience is available for $140 via Zeffy. General Adm. tickets available at www.buddyguy.com
About GoldenVoice Audio Foundation:GoldenVoice Audio Foundation (www.gvaf.org) is a non-profit dedicated to supporting the Blues community. Founded by BIGLLOU & Nitrice Johnson, the organization bridges the gap between blues legacy and modern philanthropy through world-class events and unique memorabilia auctions.
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