MEMPHIS, Tenn. - s4story -- BigLLOU's 12th Annual Blues Hall of Fame Fun-Raiser: Mercy in Memphis - A Sinners Serenade

Join 2026 Hall of Fame Inductee Kenny Neal, Eden Brent, and an All-Star Lineup for a Soulful Night of Music and Giving to Benefit the Blues Foundation.

MEMPHIS, TN – GoldenVoice Audio Foundation and Executive Producer BIGLLOU Johnson are proud to announce the return of the most anticipated event of Blues Music Awards week: the 12th Annual Blues Hall of Fame Tribute Fun-Raiser. This year's gala, themed "Mercy in Memphis - A Sinners Serenade," will take place on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in the heart of Memphis, Tennessee.

For over a decade, BIGLLOU'S Tribute has brought together legendary performers, industry titans, and devoted fans to celebrate the preservation of the Blues. The 2026 theme, "Mercy in Memphis," draws inspiration from the gritty, soulful aesthetic of the cinematic world of Sinners, creating a hauntingly beautiful backdrop for a night of world-class music and philanthropy.

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The evening will be headlined by a series of extraordinary musical moments. This year's event features a special performance by 2026 Hall of Fame Inductee Kenny Neal & The Neal Family, bringing their legendary Louisiana sound to the Memphis stage. In a poignant tribute to another of this year's greats, the incomparable Eden Brent will perform a special musical tribute to 2026 Inductee Marcia Ball.

Joining the night's festivities is a powerhouse roster of Blues Music Award nominees and fan favorites, including DK Harrell, Ori Naftaly & Tierinii Jackson (of Southern Avenue), the Angelique Francis Band, Sean Macdonald, and Kyle Roland and many more!

"Memphis is a city of saints and sinners" says "BIGLLOU" and this year we're bringing them all together for a night of 'Mercy' and music and we're celebrating the legends who paved the way for the next generation."

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Fans should keep their eyes on the horizon for the 3rd Annual BIGLLOU'S Blues Fest KickOff Party - Chicago, scheduled for Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at the world-famous Buddy Guy's Legends "Sanctity in the Second City" lineup remains a closely guarded secret.

About GoldenVoice Audio Foundation:

The GoldenVoice Audio Foundation (www.gvaf.org) is a non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating and supporting the Blues music community. Initially formed to support the efforts of building the Blues Hall of Fame in Memphis, TN, for the Blues Foundation, it has annually raised funds for a myriad of blues causes and charities.