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SAVE THIS DATE: Cruiser Reunion Party – June 23, 24 & 25!

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SEE YOU IN KANSAS CITY… MARK YOUR CALENDAR! 3 Nights: June 23, 24 & 25 3-Day Pass: $55 Advance / $60…

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#45 Oct. 31~Nov. 7, 2026 Mexican Riviera / #46 Jan. 31~Feb. 7, 2027 Eastern Caribbean
Derrick “D’Mar” Martin (@d1971mar) will play anyth Derrick “D’Mar” Martin (@d1971mar) will play anything with his drumsticks. On this night, Kid Andersen's (@kidandersen) guitar was played by both! 😆🔥 #BluesCruise #KidAndersen #DMarMartin #LRBC #musichistory
The Blues Cruise is where voices like @keesheaprat The Blues Cruise is where voices like @keesheaprattbandexperience turn moments into memories. Pure power, pure soul, pure connection. #BlueCruise #KeesheaPratt #LRBC #LiveMusic
The Blues Cruise is where fire meets finesse. in 2 The Blues Cruise is where fire meets finesse. in 2019 @dianarein was bringing grit, grace, and guitar-driven soul to the stage. #BluesCruiseIs #DianaRein #LRBC #WomenInBlues
The Blues Cruise is where legends (@ronnie_baker_b The Blues Cruise is where legends (@ronnie_baker_brooks & @kennywayneshepherd ) meet in the moment. Two masters, one stage, and the kind of live chemistry that can’t be planned or repeated. #LiveMusic #BluesCruise #LRBC #MusicHistory
Too much fun? Never. This is what a front row seat Too much fun? Never. This is what a front row seat looks like when the music takes over. January 2017 aboard the MS Koningsdam, sailing from Ft. Lauderdale to St. Maarten, St. John and the Dominican Republic.
The always amazing @bluesmankennyneal lighting it The always amazing @bluesmankennyneal lighting it up on the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise. January 2010 aboard the MS Eurodam, sailing from Ft. Lauderdale to Curaçao, Aruba and Half Moon Cay. Pure blues power at sea.
LRBC Admiral Roger Naber at the mic with a pre-cru LRBC Admiral Roger Naber at the mic with a pre-cruise artist meeting. Our Admiral keeps the Blues Village moving. A classic moment from the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise aboard the Koningsdam, sailing the Eastern Caribbean in January 2017. Occasionally imitated, never replicated.
Thank you, @southernavenuemusic, for the kind word Thank you, @southernavenuemusic, for the kind words and for bringing that soul to LRBC #44. #LRBC #BluesCruise #SouthernAvenue #LiveBlues #OurShipKicksAss
The blues visited the Oscars last night with an am The blues visited the Oscars last night with an amazing rendition of “I Lied to You” from Sinners. #LRBC regulars @therealbuddyguy, @bobbyrushbluesman, @ericgalesband, and @callmekingfish lit up the room. Later, Sinners won Oscars for Best Actor, Original Screenplay, Score, and Cinematography. Congratulations to all the artists for their incredible performances!
On Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise #44, @realdaryl On Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise #44, @realdaryldavis showed how the famous 1966 Batman TV theme is actually built on a blues boogie-woogie groove. Turns out the blues is everywhere—even in Gotham. And we hear the Joker’s Juke Joint is a killer… with some pretty cool merch. #batman #BoogieWoogie #BluesHistory #ClassicTV
A truly unique honor! It’s not often that an islan A truly unique honor! It’s not often that an island (@visitusvi & @st.john.usvi ) recognizes a music community with its own day. We are incredibly grateful to the people of St. John, USVI for recognizing both the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise and the music that brings us together. Thank you, St. John, for celebrating the blues with us. #LegendaryRhythmAndBluesCruise #LRBC #BluesCruise #BluesDay #StJohnUSVI #USVI #bluesmusic
Cruise #44 is in the books. From unforgettable mus Cruise #44 is in the books. From unforgettable music all week to the establishment of Official LRBC DAY on January 27, 2026 in St. John USVI. Once again, the Blues Cruise made history! Where else can you experience a week as beautiful, entertaining and magical as this? @tajmahalblues, @kennywayneshepherd , @kingfishingram , @dumpstaphunk , @tommycastroband , @ronnie_baker_brooks , @daniellenicoleband , @victorwainwright , @vanessacollier , @bbranch103 , @nickmossblues , @badassharmonica , @southernavenuemusic , @mrsipp_tmbc , @dubb4doug , @monstermikewelch , @zacharmonofficial , @jontavious_willis , @thekeesheapratt, @ghaliavolt , @dylan_triplett_ , @mathiaslattin , @thepatharrington , @davegrossofficial , @joshhoyerandsoulcolossal , @mitchwoods88 , @revbillycwirtz , @realdaryldavis , @kelleyhuntmusic , @eden.brent , @bob.dowell , @deannabogartmusic, @brooksmilgate, @chukbarber , @young_rell_official, @kidandersen , @stephenhullexp , @davidjuliamusic
#LRBC44 is in the books. Thank you to our cruisers #LRBC44 is in the books. Thank you to our cruisers, amazing artists and dedicated krewe/staff. Also, to the @hollandamericaline we thank you for another incredible trip.
Ports, panels, pool decks, and nonstop blues—on la Ports, panels, pool decks, and nonstop blues—on land and at sea. This Blues Village on water is deep in the album’s groove. Now let’s flip the vinyl and drop the needle on Side 2. #LRBC44 #Bluesin #MidWeekBlues #BluesAtSea #BluesVillage
St. John, USVI. Clear water, open ocean, and blues St. John, USVI. Clear water, open ocean, and blues in the air. #LegendaryRhythmAndBluesCruise #LRBC44 #StJohnUSVI #EasternCaribbean #BluesAtSea #Cruisers
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas. A private island once call Half Moon Cay, Bahamas. A private island once called Little San Salvador, known for powder-white sand and crystal-clear water. Pure, unspoiled paradise and another perfect day in paradise on the LRBC. #LRBC44 #Bluesin #HalfMoonCay #BluesAtSea #LegendaryRhythmAndBluesCruise
Fort Lauderdale fades astern. LRBC #44 is underway Fort Lauderdale fades astern. LRBC #44 is underway. The ship is moving, the bands are playing, and the Blues Cruise is officially in motion.
Tomorrow we set sail. Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cru Tomorrow we set sail. Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise #44 heads to the Eastern Caribbean, January 24–31, 2026, aboard the Holland America Nieuw Statendam—Ft. Lauderdale to St. John, St. Maarten, and Half Moon Cay. #LegendaryRhythmandBluesCruise #LRBC44 #LeavesTomorrow #EasternCaribbean #BluesAtSea
Three days out. Here is a public notice that the m Three days out. Here is a public notice that the music is about to change latitude. #lrbc44 is coming soon. Special thanks to Big Llou Johnson for letting me borrow his line. #LegendaryRhythmandBluesCruise #EasternCaribbean #BluesAtSea #cruisers
The board has flipped and we are in the final stre The board has flipped and we are in the final stretch. Five days until LRBC #44 moves from itinerary to departure. #LegendaryRhythmandBluesCruise #LRBC44 #FiveDaysOut #EasternCaribbean #Cruisers #BluesAtSea
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#45 Oct. 31~Nov. 7, 2026 Mexican Riviera / #46 Jan. 31~Feb. 7, 2027 Eastern Caribbean
Derrick “D’Mar” Martin (@d1971mar) will play anyth Derrick “D’Mar” Martin (@d1971mar) will play anything with his drumsticks. On this night, Kid Andersen's (@kidandersen) guitar was played by both! 😆🔥 #BluesCruise #KidAndersen #DMarMartin #LRBC #musichistory
The Blues Cruise is where voices like @keesheaprat The Blues Cruise is where voices like @keesheaprattbandexperience turn moments into memories. Pure power, pure soul, pure connection. #BlueCruise #KeesheaPratt #LRBC #LiveMusic
The Blues Cruise is where fire meets finesse. in 2 The Blues Cruise is where fire meets finesse. in 2019 @dianarein was bringing grit, grace, and guitar-driven soul to the stage. #BluesCruiseIs #DianaRein #LRBC #WomenInBlues
The Blues Cruise is where legends (@ronnie_baker_b The Blues Cruise is where legends (@ronnie_baker_brooks & @kennywayneshepherd ) meet in the moment. Two masters, one stage, and the kind of live chemistry that can’t be planned or repeated. #LiveMusic #BluesCruise #LRBC #MusicHistory
Too much fun? Never. This is what a front row seat Too much fun? Never. This is what a front row seat looks like when the music takes over. January 2017 aboard the MS Koningsdam, sailing from Ft. Lauderdale to St. Maarten, St. John and the Dominican Republic.
The always amazing @bluesmankennyneal lighting it The always amazing @bluesmankennyneal lighting it up on the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise. January 2010 aboard the MS Eurodam, sailing from Ft. Lauderdale to Curaçao, Aruba and Half Moon Cay. Pure blues power at sea.
LRBC Admiral Roger Naber at the mic with a pre-cru LRBC Admiral Roger Naber at the mic with a pre-cruise artist meeting. Our Admiral keeps the Blues Village moving. A classic moment from the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise aboard the Koningsdam, sailing the Eastern Caribbean in January 2017. Occasionally imitated, never replicated.
Thank you, @southernavenuemusic, for the kind word Thank you, @southernavenuemusic, for the kind words and for bringing that soul to LRBC #44. #LRBC #BluesCruise #SouthernAvenue #LiveBlues #OurShipKicksAss
The blues visited the Oscars last night with an am The blues visited the Oscars last night with an amazing rendition of “I Lied to You” from Sinners. #LRBC regulars @therealbuddyguy, @bobbyrushbluesman, @ericgalesband, and @callmekingfish lit up the room. Later, Sinners won Oscars for Best Actor, Original Screenplay, Score, and Cinematography. Congratulations to all the artists for their incredible performances!
On Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise #44, @realdaryl On Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise #44, @realdaryldavis showed how the famous 1966 Batman TV theme is actually built on a blues boogie-woogie groove. Turns out the blues is everywhere—even in Gotham. And we hear the Joker’s Juke Joint is a killer… with some pretty cool merch. #batman #BoogieWoogie #BluesHistory #ClassicTV
A truly unique honor! It’s not often that an islan A truly unique honor! It’s not often that an island (@visitusvi & @st.john.usvi ) recognizes a music community with its own day. We are incredibly grateful to the people of St. John, USVI for recognizing both the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise and the music that brings us together. Thank you, St. John, for celebrating the blues with us. #LegendaryRhythmAndBluesCruise #LRBC #BluesCruise #BluesDay #StJohnUSVI #USVI #bluesmusic
Cruise #44 is in the books. From unforgettable mus Cruise #44 is in the books. From unforgettable music all week to the establishment of Official LRBC DAY on January 27, 2026 in St. John USVI. Once again, the Blues Cruise made history! Where else can you experience a week as beautiful, entertaining and magical as this? @tajmahalblues, @kennywayneshepherd , @kingfishingram , @dumpstaphunk , @tommycastroband , @ronnie_baker_brooks , @daniellenicoleband , @victorwainwright , @vanessacollier , @bbranch103 , @nickmossblues , @badassharmonica , @southernavenuemusic , @mrsipp_tmbc , @dubb4doug , @monstermikewelch , @zacharmonofficial , @jontavious_willis , @thekeesheapratt, @ghaliavolt , @dylan_triplett_ , @mathiaslattin , @thepatharrington , @davegrossofficial , @joshhoyerandsoulcolossal , @mitchwoods88 , @revbillycwirtz , @realdaryldavis , @kelleyhuntmusic , @eden.brent , @bob.dowell , @deannabogartmusic, @brooksmilgate, @chukbarber , @young_rell_official, @kidandersen , @stephenhullexp , @davidjuliamusic
#LRBC44 is in the books. Thank you to our cruisers #LRBC44 is in the books. Thank you to our cruisers, amazing artists and dedicated krewe/staff. Also, to the @hollandamericaline we thank you for another incredible trip.
Ports, panels, pool decks, and nonstop blues—on la Ports, panels, pool decks, and nonstop blues—on land and at sea. This Blues Village on water is deep in the album’s groove. Now let’s flip the vinyl and drop the needle on Side 2. #LRBC44 #Bluesin #MidWeekBlues #BluesAtSea #BluesVillage
St. John, USVI. Clear water, open ocean, and blues St. John, USVI. Clear water, open ocean, and blues in the air. #LegendaryRhythmAndBluesCruise #LRBC44 #StJohnUSVI #EasternCaribbean #BluesAtSea #Cruisers
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas. A private island once call Half Moon Cay, Bahamas. A private island once called Little San Salvador, known for powder-white sand and crystal-clear water. Pure, unspoiled paradise and another perfect day in paradise on the LRBC. #LRBC44 #Bluesin #HalfMoonCay #BluesAtSea #LegendaryRhythmAndBluesCruise
Fort Lauderdale fades astern. LRBC #44 is underway Fort Lauderdale fades astern. LRBC #44 is underway. The ship is moving, the bands are playing, and the Blues Cruise is officially in motion.
Tomorrow we set sail. Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cru Tomorrow we set sail. Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise #44 heads to the Eastern Caribbean, January 24–31, 2026, aboard the Holland America Nieuw Statendam—Ft. Lauderdale to St. John, St. Maarten, and Half Moon Cay. #LegendaryRhythmandBluesCruise #LRBC44 #LeavesTomorrow #EasternCaribbean #BluesAtSea
Three days out. Here is a public notice that the m Three days out. Here is a public notice that the music is about to change latitude. #lrbc44 is coming soon. Special thanks to Big Llou Johnson for letting me borrow his line. #LegendaryRhythmandBluesCruise #EasternCaribbean #BluesAtSea #cruisers
The board has flipped and we are in the final stre The board has flipped and we are in the final stretch. Five days until LRBC #44 moves from itinerary to departure. #LegendaryRhythmandBluesCruise #LRBC44 #FiveDaysOut #EasternCaribbean #Cruisers #BluesAtSea
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