The Competition

The Band has decided to give Journey To Memphis another try! Making the year 2025, Nikki Jones Band's 3rd time trying to make it to the International Blues Challenge. The first round is June 1st. It will be hosted by Mekong Bistro in Portland, Oregon for the Cascade Blues Association. Wish Nikki Jones and the band good Luck!

IBC will be held January 13-17, 2026, on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee!

The International Blues Challenge represents the worldwide search for blues bands and solo/duo blues performers ready for the international stage yet just needing that extra big break. The world’s largest gathering of blues musicians will take place on Beale Street, with over 20 clubs hosting the challengers and fans. In addition to featuring these final rounds of the prestigious blues music competition, The IBC event week will offer seminars, showcases, master classes, film screenings, networking events, book signings, and receptions for blues societies, fans, and professionals.