The Birthplace of Country Music (BCM) is delighted to announce that Grammy-nominated blues artist Jontavious Willis will headline the next installment of the museum’s intimate 1927 Concert Series on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The evening begins at 6:00 p.m.

Today, GRAMMY-Nominated singer, songwriter, and guitarist Jontavious Willis released his new single “A Lift Is All I Need” — the song is taken from his upcoming album West Georgia Blues, out August 16th via Strolling Bones Records.

Today, GRAMMY-Nominated singer, songwriter, and guitarist Jontavious Willis announced his new album West Georgia Blues, out August 16th via Strolling Bones Records.

The first week of the New Orleans Jazz Festival wrapped up on Sunday, and it was a spectacular day! Initially, there were concerns about rain, but the weather turned out perfect with clear skies and a refreshing breeze. The crowds were smaller than Saturday's, making it easier to navigate the festival grounds and access food quickly.