Glenn Marais and the Mojo Train to Represent the GRBS at the 2024 International Blues Challenge

Glenn Marais and the Mojo Train won the honour of representing the Grand River Blues Society in the Memphis Blues Challenge. Click picture for more photos from the contest.

Stonewalls Restaurant in Hamilton was shaking like crazy on Sunday, April 30! That's 'cause the Grand River Blues Society held their International Blues Challenge band competition. 7 explosive bands vied  for the right top represent the GRBS at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis in January 2024.

After a fierce musical fight, New Market's Glenn Marais and the Mojo Train earned the top spot. They'll be showing Memphis and the whole world what talent this area has to offer.

The competition for the solo/duo slot will be annonuced shortly.

CONGRATS GUYS! 

Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

Below is the winner announcement and their acceptance speech.

Links: Glenn Marais and the Mojo Train, Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

Here are more performances from the other amazing contestants:

• Bad Omen Band
• Josh Rithie Band
• The Groove Robbers
• Tha Madison Galloway Band
• The Jacks
• waterstreet blues band

Click here for pictures from this amazing event

Links: International Blues Challenge, More IBC Stories

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