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The Adelaide Roots and Blues Association was formed in Adelaide, South Australia in 2013 and was incorporated on the 4th of December, 2014. It has not-for-profit status and the following broad aims:

  • To support and promote South Australian roots and blues artists locally, nationally and internationally 
  • To promote and foster a wider appreciation of roots and blues music

 


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Chris Finnen

ARBA PATRON

One of South Australia’s gem stones of  musicianship, and embracing a strong  sense of community, Chris Finnen is often  referred to as the ‘guitarist’s guitarist’.  Chris is proud to be the patron of the  Adelaide Roots and Blues Association.








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 2023 ARBA Memphis Blues Challenge Final

Saturday 22nd of July at Norwood Live
Doors 6pm

1. A.P D'Antonio and Winston
2. Craig Atkins
3. Paul 'n Dave
4. Scott Nightingale

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Grant Wilson

Mark Kinsley 

Greg Naulty

Bruce Mattingly
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Sue Filmer
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Dan Filmer
Paul Carrigg
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2020 Spring Blues

Background photo from the "Deep South" - South Australian Rhythm & Blues CD, released 1994.
The Adelaide Roots & Blues Association would like to dearly thank 
Frank Lang (Executive Producer)
 & Dennis Kipridis (Art Director) along with acknowledging all involved in the Deep South CD project, at the time, proudly promoting Blues and Roots music from South Australia.