Bluesman Big Joe Shelton is a visual artist as well
Joe Shelton of Columbus is known in the blues world for his vocals, harmonica work and songwriting skills. But he is talented in the art world as well.
Area songwriter, performer is recipient of MAC grant
Blues musician Big Joe Shelton of Macon has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC).
Shelton’s diverse chops on display at CD release Friday
The music-loving public is invited to a CD release Friday, Aug. 16 for Big Joe Shelton and the Black Prairie Blues Ambassadors’ new recording, “I’d Never Let Her Down,” at the Rosenzweig Arts Center at 501 Main St. in downtown Columbus.
Big Joe Shelton named manager of Main Street Macon
Mississippi bluesman Big Joe Shelton has been named manager of Main Street Macon.
‘Blues for Willie’: Tribute held for late elder statesman of the blues
On Friday, the Columbus Arts Council presents “Blues for Willie,” a tribute to honor this elder statesman of the Black Prairie blues, a man who preached a consistent message of peace, love and social justice.
Blues, photo art, tornado relief to highlight CD release
New blues music — and a pinch of voodoo — will be in the air Friday night as Big Joe Shelton and the Black Prairie Blues Ambassadors team up with the Columbus Arts Council for a CD release show and print exhibit in the gallery of the Rosenzweig Arts Center at 501 Main St. in Columbus. The event will also lend a helping hand to the Smithville tornado relief effort.
Shelton receives Arts Commission fellowship
Big Joe Shelton of Columbus has been awarded a $4,400 Fellowship grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission.
Shelton receives Arts Commission fellowship
Big Joe Shelton of Columbus has been awarded a $4,400 Fellowship grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission.