From JP's Soars Interview, About the IBC

The IBC is best descriped by JP Soars and the Red Hots.  The 2009 Memphis IBC Winners, and JP also won Gibsons, Albert King Guitar Player of the Year award.

We feel this is important for any Artist who considers entering the IBC competition.

Our 2025 Memphis IBC Ad which identifies your participation as a  SWFBS artist. Good Luck ! 

Notable blues artists that have competed in the IBC over the years includes;

Fiona Boyes, Eden Brent, Michael Burks, Tommy Castro, Sean Costello, Albert Cummings, Larry Garner, Zac Harmon, Homemade Jamz Blues Band, HowellDevine, Richard Johnston, Julian Fauth, Super Chikan, Susan Tedeschi, Southern Avenue, Watermelon Slim, Joey Gilmore, Sean Carney Band, Trampled Under Foot,  J.P. Soars and the Red Hots, Grady Champion, Lionel Young Band, Selwyn Birchwood, Mr. Sipp, and Eddie Cotton …

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