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The BLUES is elemental, soulful, vibrant and timeless. That's why we love it! Help us promote the Blues throughout Atlantic Canada and enjoy the unique privileges of membership.

The ECBS is Introducing a New Blues Fan Membership! Join our community of passionate blues fans, musicians, and storytellers. Whether you’re here to jam, learn, or simply soak in the soul of the blues, you’ve found your people! Blues Fan Membership perks includes access to members-only newsletter, early access to event announcements, volunteer opportunities and musician spotlights on our ECBS website.

Membership Cost: Free!

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It’s Not a Master Class...But a Class From a Master

Learn directly from an award winning guitarist in this interactive session as Steve breaks down the secrets of great guitar playing in this unique workshop. Steve will be covering vibrato, bends, fretboard, mapping, slide, alternate tunings and more! Save a seat now and bring a friend too!

Email info@eastcoastblues.ca to book!

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Steve Strongman is a JUNO winner and multiple Maple Blues Award recipient who has co-produced, co-written, and performed on Struck Down, the Fabulous Thunderbirds’ 50th Anniversary album on Stony Plain Records. The record debuted at #1 in both Canada and the U.S., and is nominated for two Grammy Awards:

Best Traditional Blues Album for Struck Down
Best American Roots Performance for “Nothing In Rambling,” featuring Strongman alongside Bonnie Raitt, Keb’ Mo’, Taj Mahal, and Mick Fleetwood.

Strongman will tour with the Thunderbirds through 2024–2025. A Memphis International Blues Challenge winner, he’s known for his electrifying live shows, soulful vocals, and masterful guitar work. His performances channel the emotion and authenticity of classic blues with modern fire. He’s shared the stage with legends like B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Joe Cocker, and Johnny Winter, and is affectionately regarded as Mississippi blues icon Mel Brown’s “Blues son.”