Annie Eastwood & Billy Stapleton Duo at the Sparrow, Kirkland

Annie Eastwood & Billy Stapleton Duo at the Sparrow Wednesday May 6th  6pm – 8pm 

Sparrow, 9736 Northeast 120th Place, Kirkland, WA, 98034

Jazz Overhaul at the Spar, Tacoma

Jazz Overhaul at the Spar May 6th, 7-10 pm

The Spar, 2121 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA, 98403

Thursday nights- Billy “The Pocket” Blues Jams at Dawsons

Thursday nights- Billy “The Pocket” Blues Jams at Dawsons, 7-10 pm

Dawson’s Bar & Grill, 5443 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA, 98409

The Spanish Ballroom Presents MidNite Bourbon with Guest Joel Astley

MIDNITE BOURBON, May 7th at the Spanish Ballroom With guest Joel Astley , 7pmDoors 6PM, Show 7PM, All ages Event, $17.43https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/98898244/midnite-bourbon-tacoma-mcmenamins-spanish-ballroom-elks-templeMid-Nite BourbonDebuting in early 2022, Mid-Nite ......More

MIDNITE BOURBON, May 7th at the Spanish Ballroom With guest Joel Astley , 7pmDoors 6PM, Show 7PM, All ages Event, $17.43https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/98898244/midnite-bourbon-tacoma-mcmenamins-spanish-ballroom-elks-templeMid-Nite BourbonDebuting in early 2022, Mid-Nite Bourbon was born from the need to take blues music in a new direction while keeping the traditions of classic power trio bands and adding a unique Pacific Northwest twist. Mid-Nite Bourbon is the fierce guitar work of Brian Olver, the bong rattling bass of Jesse Turcotte and the competent drum work of Devan Bland. Wherever the stage Mid-Nite Bourbon will provide top shelf entertainment and a high energy performance every time!Brian Olver- Guitar/Vocals, Jesse Turcotte – Bass, Devan Bland- DrumsJoel AstleySeattle-based Joel Astley, a world class singer, songwriter, and harmonica slinger, has amassed dozens of awards from the Washington Blues Society, among other accolades. His 4-piece band delivers a high energy and engaging show, blending catchy originals and select classic cuts! They bring a high energy show that draws from roots rock, funk, blues, soul, Americana and rockabilly. The band has amassed dozens of awards, nominations and other accolades, most recently sweeping the 2024 and 2025 Washington’s Best of the Blues Awards. They tour regularly, and have performed and/ or headlined many festivals throughout the PacificNorthwest. $12 ADV $15 Door May 7th at 7PM. 

McMenaminsTacoma Elks, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA, 98402

The Trailer Park Kings at Kimball Coffeehouse

The Trailer Park Kings at Kimball Coffeehouse May 8th 7-9 pm

Kimball’s Coffeehouse, 6659 Kimball Dr, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335

All Blues, Every Saturday and Sunday night on KNKX 88.5 fm

All Blues, Every Saturday and Sunday night on KNKX 88.5 fm 6pm-Midnighthttps://www.knkx.org/listening-options

KNKX, 930 Broadway Tacoma, WA, 98402, Tacoma, WA, 98402

Free Mechanics at the Spar, Tacoma

Free Mechanics at the Spar May 9th 7-10 pm  

The Spar, 2121 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA, 98403

Sunday Blues at the Spar with The Chad Rupp & The Sugar Roots

Sunday Blues at the Spar with The Chad Rupp & The Sugar Roots, May 10th, 7-10 pm

The Spar, 2121 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA, 98403

Billy Shew Blues Jam, every Sunday at Dawson’s

Billy Shew Blues Jam, every Sunday at Dawson’s, 7-11 pm

Dawson’s Bar & Grill, 5443 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA, 98409

Maxwell street all stars Blues Jam 2nd and 3rd Mondays at Echoes Brewing, Poulsbo

Maxwell street all stars Blues Jam 2nd and 3rd Mondays at Echoes Brewing, Poulsbo, 5-7 pm hosted by the “Maxwell Street All-Stars!Echoes Brewing, 19479 Viking Ave NW, Poulsbo, WA 98370 

Echoes Brewing, 19479 Viking Ave NW, Poulsbo, WA, 98370

Jam every Tuesday at Brother Don’s Bar & Grill with the Tim Hall band

Jam every Tuesday at Brother Don’s Bar & Grill with the Tim Hall band 7-10 pm

Brother Don’s Bar & Grill, 4200 Kitsap Way, Bremerton, WA, 98312

Cory Wilds Band Tuesday open Jam Night at Elmer’s Bar and Grill

Cory Wilds Band Tuesday open Jam Night at Elmer’s Bar and Grill, 8-11:30 pm

Elmer’s Bar & Grill, 15027 Ambaum Blvd SW, Burien, WA, 98166

Mike Jop Funky Jazz Wednesdays at the Spar

Mike Jop Funky Jazz Wednesdays at the Spar 7-10 pm

The Spar, 2121 N 30th St, Tacoma, WA, 98403

Lake Chelan Wine and Jazz Festival

Lake Chelan Wine and Jazz Festival May 14-17thThe Lake Chelan Wine and Jazz Festival showcases a wide range of musical genres, including funk, R&B, MoTown, Latin jazz, vocalists, Blues, and traditional jazz.Internationally acclaimed artists and bands perform at 9 award-......More

Lake Chelan Wine and Jazz Festival May 14-17thThe Lake Chelan Wine and Jazz Festival showcases a wide range of musical genres, including funk, R&B, MoTown, Latin jazz, vocalists, Blues, and traditional jazz.Internationally acclaimed artists and bands perform at 9 award-winning wineries and historic downtown venues in the heart of the Lake Chelan Wine Valley.There are two types of Festival Passes available for purchase. An All Access VIP Festival Pass ($169.00) and a Saturday Single Day Pass ($129.00). Full 4-Day Festival Pass – $169.00: Transportation for Friday and Saturday performancesA glass of wine at check-inSpecials and discounts at participating local businesses and wineriesSaturday Single Day Pass – $129.00: Access to all Saturday performancesA glass wine at check-inTransportation for Saturday performancesSpecials and discounts at participating local businesses and wineriesFood and wine are available for purchase at each venue. Performance schedules are designed for you to see multiple shows each day and to enjoy artists at different venues. Over 40 performances at 9 wineries and venues throughout the Lake Chelan Wine Valley over 4 days.Award-winning wines served at every performance venue“Weatherproofed” weekend outdoor venues.Specials and discounts for ticket holders are offered by local businesses, eateries, and wineries around the lake.Net proceeds from festival ticket sales benefit local Chelan and Manson school music programs.Learn more at https://www.chelanwinejazz.com https://www.facebook.com/lakechelanwineandjazzfestival/about Meet the bands and incredible artists taking our 9 stages this May. Today we’re introducing CD Woodbury! This Washington Blues Society Hall of Fame inductee is a force of nature on the guitar. Stay tuned as we reveal more of our world-class lineup for the @lakechelanwinejazz May 14-17, 2026 Four days, nine venues, twenty bands, forty six shows visit: chelanwineandjazz.com

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Sunbanks Blues, Roots, Americana festival

Sunbanks Blues, Roots, Americana festival May 14th-17th

Sunbanks Resort, 57662 Hwy 155 N, Electric City, WA, 99123

Creole Soul Open Mic Jam Night Thursdays, Des Moines

Creole Soul Open Mic Jam Night Thursdays at 7 PM in Des Moines, WA, with host The Busby Band.Rock the mic, beat the skins, and spank the plank—Full backline provided.22341 Marine View Drive South, Des Moines, Washington 98198Soulful singers, melody minglers, hand clappe......More

Creole Soul Open Mic Jam Night Thursdays at 7 PM in Des Moines, WA, with host The Busby Band.Rock the mic, beat the skins, and spank the plank—Full backline provided.22341 Marine View Drive South, Des Moines, Washington 98198Soulful singers, melody minglers, hand clappers, toe tappers, and finger snappers.

Creole Soul, 22341 Marine View Drive, Des Moines, WA, 98198

Curtis Salgado Album Release at the Triple Door, Seattle

Curtis Salgado Album Release Thu, May 14 @ 7:30PM, Mainstage Theatre, 216 Union Street, Seattle Award-winning vocalist, instrumentalist and songwriter Curtis Salgado, the man NPR calls “an icon” with “a huge voice,” is revered worldwide for his ability to wring every ou......More

Curtis Salgado Album Release Thu, May 14 @ 7:30PM, Mainstage Theatre, 216 Union Street, Seattle Award-winning vocalist, instrumentalist and songwriter Curtis Salgado, the man NPR calls “an icon” with “a huge voice,” is revered worldwide for his ability to wring every ounce of soul out of every song he performs. Salgado is famed not only for his powerhouse live shows and ten previous albums, but also for his passionate and insightful original songs. He has been nominated three times for the Blues Music Award for Song Of The Year, winning in 2018 for Walk A Mile In My Blues from The Beautiful Lowdown. In total, he has won nine Blues Music Awards, including the B.B. King Entertainer Of The Year. DownBeat calls his songwriting skills “an impressive gift.” Billboard says Salgado’s music is “inspired and powerful.” Now, after 40 years of recording, performing, touring and songwriting, Salgado is back with Damage Control, his first full band album in four years, and it’s packed with fresh, original material. https://thetripledoor.net/mainstage-calendar $30 General // $35 Premium

The Triple Door, 216 Union St,, Seattle, WA, 98101