It was a night to remember and many of the Southern Soul and Blues singers were in the house. Some of those attending were Clarence Carter, Denise LaSalle, Sir Charles Jones, Jesse James, LJ Echols, Ms Monique, Trudy Lynn, LaKeisha, Little Phil, Barbara Carr, and many more. The big winner was Bill Coday who was awarded the First Annual Denise LaSalle Recording Award. There was also performances by Lacee, Karen Wolfe, LJ Echols, LaKesiha, Al Lindsey, Barbara Carr and Trudy Lynn For the complete winners list click here
Plaques
Denise LaSalle’s Recording Award
Presented to: Bill Coday Bill You’re Given Us So Many Wonderful Songs We recognize you for your Artistry and Musical Contributions. You Are Deserving Of This Award in the name of Denise LaSalle
Millie Jackson’s Performance Award
Presented To: Marvin Sease Marvin Without Mass Radio You Have stayed True To Your Audience And Not Compromised Your Vision or your Present On Stage. For These Reason We present you With Our Millie Jackson’s Performance Award.
Percy Mayfield’s Jus Blues Artist Award
Presented To: Trudy Lynn Trudy Because Of Your Vocal Style And Your Unique Writing Abilities We Present To You Percy Mayfield’s Artist Award
Clarence Carter Life Time Achievement Award
Sir Charles Jones Jus Blues Artist Award
Rojene Bailey Jus Blues President’s Award
Steve Ladd Jus Blues President’s Award
Jus Blues Awards
Lowell Fulson’s Legends Award Theodis Ealey
Ma Rainey Legends Award KoKo Taylor
Jack The Rapper Pioneer Award Doctor Love
Bobby Blue Bland’s Living Legends Award Ernie Johnson
Best Female Artist Award Denise LaSalle
Little Milton Campbell’s Guitar Award Lucky Peterson
Johnnie Taylor’s Legends Award Floyd Taylor
Blues Radio Show Personally Award Da Wolf
Blues Label Of The Year JEA-Right Now Records
Blues Harp Award James Cotton
Best Blues Band Bobby Rush
New Artist Award Ms. Monique
Best Male Blues Artist Award Willie Clayton
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