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LRBC Family mourns the untimely death of Michael Ledbetter

01/24/2019 bluesin

Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise Family Mourns the untimely death of Michael Ledbetter, lead vocalist and guitarist of the Welch-Ledbetter…

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Filed under: Michael Ledbetter, Michael Ledbetter Foundation, Mike Ledbetter, Mike Ledbetter donations

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Jan. 26~Feb. 2, 2025
#42 Eastern Caribbean
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Oct. 25~Nov. 1, 2025
#43 Sea Of Cortez
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Jan. 24~31, 2026
#44 Eastern Caribbean
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A fully-refundable deposit of $500 per cabin holds a space in line to book your cabin when bands are announced in late March.

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LRBC #41 photos by @michaelmcgrathphoto We had a LRBC #41 photos by @michaelmcgrathphoto We had a blast, y’all! More pics to come! #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
Part 2 of recap photos from the 40th Legendary Rhy Part 2 of recap photos from the 40th Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise. Photos by @jarosenphoto • • • • • #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
Blues Cruise #40 was epic! Here’s part 1 of reca Blues Cruise #40 was epic! Here’s part 1 of recap photos from the ever so talented @jarosenphoto • • • • #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
Counting down the days to Blues Cruise #40!!! It’s going to be epic! Comment below on who you’re most excited to see! #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
85% SOLD OUT! Book your cabin on the #41 Blues Cru 85% SOLD OUT! Book your cabin on the #41 Blues Cruise today! Link in bio. • • • • • • • • • • • • • #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass @allyvenableband @studebakerjohn5 @gabestillmanmusic @davidjuliamusic @dubb4doug @jontaviouswillis @andrewallirva @mitchwoods88 @revbillycwirtz @eden.brent @realdaryldavis @chukbarber rch
Open Cabin Sales for LRBC #41 start MONDAY, DEC. 1 Open Cabin Sales for LRBC #41 start MONDAY, DEC. 11 @ 11am CST. Visit https://tinyurl.com/5fxcdur8 or call (816) 753-7979 at that time! @tajmahalblues @kennywayneshepherd @callmekingfish @dumpstaphunk @tommycastroband @v_ness_sax @paulthornmusic @ronnie_baker_brooks @the_real_rick_estrin @selwynbirchwood @jackievenson @joannaconnorguitar @allyvenableband @jontaviouswillis @andrewallirva @mrsipp_tmbc @mitchwoods88 @victorwainwright @jpssoars @damonfowlerband @eden.brent @chukbarber @dubb4doug @bluesfoundation @gabestillmanmusic @davidjuliamusic @deannabogartmusic @mark.hummel.399 @markhummels_harmonicaparty @bluesmankennyneal @kidandersen @studebakerjohn5 @realdaryldavis @bluesmusicmag @bigcityrhythmbluesmagazine @bluesfestivalguide @livingbluesmag @offbeatmagazine
LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photos by @michaelmcgrath LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photos by @michaelmcgrathphoto 📸 Pt. 3 #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photos by @michaelmcgrath LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photos by @michaelmcgrathphoto 📸 Pt. 2 #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photos by @michaelmcgrath LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photos by @michaelmcgrathphoto 📸 Pt. 1 #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photo Recap Pt. 3! 📸 P LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photo Recap Pt. 3! 📸 Photos by @jarosenphoto #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photo Recap Pt. 2! 📸 P LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photo Recap Pt. 2! 📸 Photos by @jarosenphoto #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photo Recap Pt. 1! 📸Ph LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photo Recap Pt. 1! 📸Photos by @jarosenphoto #Bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
The next generation of rising blues stars having a The next generation of rising blues stars having a blast during @callmekingfish jam! A very special moment to witness 🎶🙌🏽 #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
Now accepting pre-book deposits for LRBC #42!! Sai Now accepting pre-book deposits for LRBC #42!! Sailing Jan. 26~Feb. 2, 2025 on Holland America’s Rotterdam from Ft. Lauderdale to Tortola (BVI), St. Thomas (USVI) & Puerto Plata (Dominican Republic). A $500 per cabin (not per person) fully-refundable deposit holds your space in line to book a cabin. Additional passengers may be added once you select your stateroom. Detailed instructions on how you may select your stateroom, the Legendary lineup and final pricing will be included in the official announcement. We expect to make this announcement likely in April. Link in bio to pre-book!
Now accepting pre-book reservations for Blues Crui Now accepting pre-book reservations for Blues Cruise #41! A $500 fully refundable deposit guarantees you a cabin on the ship. Lineup and pricing to be announced in late November/early December. Link in bio to pre-book‼️
Blues Cruise #39 Commemorative Artwork. Thank you Blues Cruise #39 Commemorative Artwork. Thank you @robgonzoart 🙌🏽 The people of Instagram are the first to see this commemorative piece! Copyright 2023 Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise and Rob Gonzo. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited.
🔥 Only a HANDFUL of cabins remain, so you bette 🔥 Only a HANDFUL of cabins remain, so you better HURRY! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ 🗓️ Embark on a BLUES-TASTIC journey from San Diego to the ENCHANTING Mexican Riviera! 🌴🌊 🌐 BOOK NOW at https://reservations.bluescruise.com/Booking 🌐 📞 Or GIVE US A SHOUT at 816-753-7979 📞 🎫 HURRY, HURRY, HURRY! Your dream blues getaway awaits! 🎫
We will premiere our music video collaboration wit We will premiere our music video collaboration with @eddie9volt tonight at 7PM. Make sure to tune in on our @facebook and @youtube ! . . . #music #musicvideo #blues #bluesmusic #bluesmusician #bluesguitar #bluesfest #bluesfestival #eddie9v #bluescruise #musicvideoshoot #hollandamerica #cruise #cruiseship
Don't Miss This Ship! Fewer Than 25 Cabins Remain. Don't Miss This Ship! Fewer Than 25 Cabins Remain... Complete Lineup, Itinerary & Cabin Info @ https://tinyurl.com/y2xvb5ms ...or call (816) 753-7979 to BOOK YOUR CABIN NOW! @legendarybluescruise @tajmahalblues @elvinbishopofficial @charliemusselwhiteofficial @loslobos @ruthiefostermusic @callmekingfish @ronnie_baker_brooks @tommycastroband @deannabogartmusic @paulthornmusic @victorwainwright @the_real_rick_estrin @sugarayrayford @mrsipp_tmbc @v_ness_sax @bernardallisonmusic @chriscain335 @carolyn.wonderland @whitneyshaysings @nickmossblues @dylan2ain @kevinburtsblues @mitchwoods88 @taryn_donath @realdaryldavis @ladeebianca @hollandamericaline
Always a good time with Eddie 9V. Our collab music Always a good time with Eddie 9V. Our collab music video to his song “Yella Alligator” will premiere on LRBC YouTube & Facebook May 15th! . . . @eddie9volt #blues #bluesmusic #eddie9v #hollandamerica @hollandamericaline #bluesguitar #bluesman #bluessinger #bluesfest #musicvideo #musicvideoshoot
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LRBC #41 photos by @michaelmcgrathphoto We had a LRBC #41 photos by @michaelmcgrathphoto We had a blast, y’all! More pics to come! #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
Part 2 of recap photos from the 40th Legendary Rhy Part 2 of recap photos from the 40th Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise. Photos by @jarosenphoto • • • • • #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
Blues Cruise #40 was epic! Here’s part 1 of reca Blues Cruise #40 was epic! Here’s part 1 of recap photos from the ever so talented @jarosenphoto • • • • #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
Counting down the days to Blues Cruise #40!!! It’s going to be epic! Comment below on who you’re most excited to see! #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
85% SOLD OUT! Book your cabin on the #41 Blues Cru 85% SOLD OUT! Book your cabin on the #41 Blues Cruise today! Link in bio. • • • • • • • • • • • • • #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass @allyvenableband @studebakerjohn5 @gabestillmanmusic @davidjuliamusic @dubb4doug @jontaviouswillis @andrewallirva @mitchwoods88 @revbillycwirtz @eden.brent @realdaryldavis @chukbarber rch
Open Cabin Sales for LRBC #41 start MONDAY, DEC. 1 Open Cabin Sales for LRBC #41 start MONDAY, DEC. 11 @ 11am CST. Visit https://tinyurl.com/5fxcdur8 or call (816) 753-7979 at that time! @tajmahalblues @kennywayneshepherd @callmekingfish @dumpstaphunk @tommycastroband @v_ness_sax @paulthornmusic @ronnie_baker_brooks @the_real_rick_estrin @selwynbirchwood @jackievenson @joannaconnorguitar @allyvenableband @jontaviouswillis @andrewallirva @mrsipp_tmbc @mitchwoods88 @victorwainwright @jpssoars @damonfowlerband @eden.brent @chukbarber @dubb4doug @bluesfoundation @gabestillmanmusic @davidjuliamusic @deannabogartmusic @mark.hummel.399 @markhummels_harmonicaparty @bluesmankennyneal @kidandersen @studebakerjohn5 @realdaryldavis @bluesmusicmag @bigcityrhythmbluesmagazine @bluesfestivalguide @livingbluesmag @offbeatmagazine
LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photos by @michaelmcgrath LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photos by @michaelmcgrathphoto 📸 Pt. 3 #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photos by @michaelmcgrath LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photos by @michaelmcgrathphoto 📸 Pt. 2 #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photos by @michaelmcgrath LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photos by @michaelmcgrathphoto 📸 Pt. 1 #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photo Recap Pt. 3! 📸 P LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photo Recap Pt. 3! 📸 Photos by @jarosenphoto #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photo Recap Pt. 2! 📸 P LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photo Recap Pt. 2! 📸 Photos by @jarosenphoto #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photo Recap Pt. 1! 📸Ph LRBC #39 Mexican Riviera Photo Recap Pt. 1! 📸Photos by @jarosenphoto #Bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
The next generation of rising blues stars having a The next generation of rising blues stars having a blast during @callmekingfish jam! A very special moment to witness 🎶🙌🏽 #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass
Now accepting pre-book deposits for LRBC #42!! Sai Now accepting pre-book deposits for LRBC #42!! Sailing Jan. 26~Feb. 2, 2025 on Holland America’s Rotterdam from Ft. Lauderdale to Tortola (BVI), St. Thomas (USVI) & Puerto Plata (Dominican Republic). A $500 per cabin (not per person) fully-refundable deposit holds your space in line to book a cabin. Additional passengers may be added once you select your stateroom. Detailed instructions on how you may select your stateroom, the Legendary lineup and final pricing will be included in the official announcement. We expect to make this announcement likely in April. Link in bio to pre-book!
Now accepting pre-book reservations for Blues Crui Now accepting pre-book reservations for Blues Cruise #41! A $500 fully refundable deposit guarantees you a cabin on the ship. Lineup and pricing to be announced in late November/early December. Link in bio to pre-book‼️
Blues Cruise #39 Commemorative Artwork. Thank you Blues Cruise #39 Commemorative Artwork. Thank you @robgonzoart 🙌🏽 The people of Instagram are the first to see this commemorative piece! Copyright 2023 Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise and Rob Gonzo. Unauthorized reproduction prohibited.
🔥 Only a HANDFUL of cabins remain, so you bette 🔥 Only a HANDFUL of cabins remain, so you better HURRY! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ 🗓️ Embark on a BLUES-TASTIC journey from San Diego to the ENCHANTING Mexican Riviera! 🌴🌊 🌐 BOOK NOW at https://reservations.bluescruise.com/Booking 🌐 📞 Or GIVE US A SHOUT at 816-753-7979 📞 🎫 HURRY, HURRY, HURRY! Your dream blues getaway awaits! 🎫
We will premiere our music video collaboration wit We will premiere our music video collaboration with @eddie9volt tonight at 7PM. Make sure to tune in on our @facebook and @youtube ! . . . #music #musicvideo #blues #bluesmusic #bluesmusician #bluesguitar #bluesfest #bluesfestival #eddie9v #bluescruise #musicvideoshoot #hollandamerica #cruise #cruiseship
Don't Miss This Ship! Fewer Than 25 Cabins Remain. Don't Miss This Ship! Fewer Than 25 Cabins Remain... Complete Lineup, Itinerary & Cabin Info @ https://tinyurl.com/y2xvb5ms ...or call (816) 753-7979 to BOOK YOUR CABIN NOW! @legendarybluescruise @tajmahalblues @elvinbishopofficial @charliemusselwhiteofficial @loslobos @ruthiefostermusic @callmekingfish @ronnie_baker_brooks @tommycastroband @deannabogartmusic @paulthornmusic @victorwainwright @the_real_rick_estrin @sugarayrayford @mrsipp_tmbc @v_ness_sax @bernardallisonmusic @chriscain335 @carolyn.wonderland @whitneyshaysings @nickmossblues @dylan2ain @kevinburtsblues @mitchwoods88 @taryn_donath @realdaryldavis @ladeebianca @hollandamericaline
Always a good time with Eddie 9V. Our collab music Always a good time with Eddie 9V. Our collab music video to his song “Yella Alligator” will premiere on LRBC YouTube & Facebook May 15th! . . . @eddie9volt #blues #bluesmusic #eddie9v #hollandamerica @hollandamericaline #bluesguitar #bluesman #bluessinger #bluesfest #musicvideo #musicvideoshoot
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