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Oct. 24~31, 2021
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Jan. 29~Feb. 5, 2022
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Click the link in our bio for Legendary Rhythm & B Click the link in our bio for Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise Updates! Or visit https://mailchi.mp/bluescruise/lrbc-updates 😎
Happy Mardi Gras from all of us here at the Legend Happy Mardi Gras from all of us here at the Legendary Rhythm and Blues Cruise and our friend, Terrance Simien (also known as Marcella's Dad) 🤩 . . . #mardigras #bluescruise #terrancesimien @terrance_simien @marcella.simien
TODAY IS THE DAY ⛴️🎶 Join us for "Dry Dock TODAY IS THE DAY ⛴️🎶 Join us for "Dry Docked & Landlocked" a virtual Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise! Shoulda been Sailin' on the Blues Cruise... but for now, we'll keep Driftin' with the Blues! A week full of surprise greetings, special performances by LRBC #36 artists & a whole lot more ... Airing DAILY for 7 consecutive days: Sunday, Jan. 31 through Saturday, Feb. 6 @ 5pm CST on LRBC Facebook Live and LRBC Youtube Live. ALSO! Rebroadcast by our friends at @cantstoptheblues @ 9pm EST.
Waiting on the “Dry Docked & Land Locked” - Ja Waiting on the “Dry Docked & Land Locked” - January 2021 Virtual Blues Cruise to start like.... • • • #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass #realbluesmatters #drydockedandlandlocked
Happy Holidays from Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruis Happy Holidays from Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise! - Save 20% @ bluescruise.com/shop now thru the end of 2020!! Use code HOLIDAY2020 • • • • #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass #realbluesmatters
Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise Happy Hour is back Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise Happy Hour is back with @victorwainwright! Tune in @ 5pm CST on Nov. 19th. Driftin’ & Driftin’ is a close up with our Blues stars. On each episode, @revbillycwirtz talks musician to musician with our favorite Cruise artists! Don’t miss. Visit Facebook LIVE via https://www.facebook.com/legendarybluescruise #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass #realbluesmatters #driftinanddriftin #podcast #happyhour
Happy World Kindness Day 2020! We truly believe th Happy World Kindness Day 2020! We truly believe that one of the things that sets us apart from the rest is our CRUISERS! We are so grateful for all of you and the kindness you share with our Legendary Blues Cruise family. If you’re looking for a simple way to show kindness today, consider buying merch and/or CDs from our artists or just sharing their music with friends who may not be familiar with them. The music industry has been hit particularly hard—let’s embrace them with kindness and love! • • • #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass #realbluesmatters #saveourstages #worldkindnessday #randomactsofkindness #begoodtopeople #worldkindnessday2020
Frank Robinson JR. aka "Scrap Iron" services & don Frank Robinson JR. aka "Scrap Iron" services & donations information: Donations may be made out to either his son Frank Robinson, or his partner Wanda Parham. Please mail donations to the LRBC office: 313 Lawrence St. Kansas City, MO 64111 His son Frank "Lil Mil" (moniker named for Little Milton) is organizing the services. Wake: Friday, November 20th 4:00P-8:30P NJ Ford Funeral Home 12 S. Parkway Memphis, TN. 38109 Funeral: Saturday, November 21st 2:00P Greater Mt. Moriah Baptist Church 1098 S. Wellington St. Memphis, TN 38126
Video Recap! LRBC Virtual Cruise: Dry Docked & Lan Video Recap! LRBC Virtual Cruise: Dry Docked & Landlocked
It is with Deep Sadness and Sorrow to report that It is with Deep Sadness and Sorrow to report that the LRBC Family lost a Major Friend, Colleague and Member this week. Our beloved emcee "Scrap Iron” was killed by a tractor trailer in a freak accident in Memphis on Friday afternoon while on his job. Frank’s partner Wanada Parham called us today in shock that the Love of her life was gone from this world. We are completely devastated and will post any forthcoming information as we receive it. Meanwhile we honor his life here with us and will keep his animated ever presence spirit alive in our hearts. Frank Robinson JR. aka “Scrap Iron” given the moniker name by Little Milton, March 24, 1951 - November 6, 2020 Rest In Peace our dear friend. Roger Naber CEO - Managing Partner Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise
And to think we’ll be sailing on this beauty in And to think we’ll be sailing on this beauty in 457 days! 😍 Very cool time-lapse of Rotterdam’s float out. Video courtesy of @halcruises BOOKING NOW! #36 Eastern Caribbean Blues Cruise sailing Jan 29-Feb 5, 2022. Visit bluescruise.com for more details! • • • #bluescruise bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass #realbluesmatters #hollandamericaline #hollandamerica #rotterdam
@mitchwoods88 ... We're ready! @mitchwoods88 ... We're ready!
Link in bio - Daily schedule below! Join us on FB Link in bio - Daily schedule below! Join us on FB Live or Youtube 🔥 Day 1, Sunday 10/25 Theme: Hometown Blues Sail Away Delay Party w/ Danielle Nicole Band Virgin Party w/ RUF Records Blues Caravan w/ Jeremiah Johnson, Ryan Perry & Whitney Shay Returnee Party w/ Surprise Guests Elvin Bishop w/ Mickey Thomas & Charlie Musselwhite Mitch Woods Day 2, Monday 10/26 Theme: Soul Blues & Give Me Back My Wig!! Gospel Brunch w/ Mr. Sipp Johnny Rawls Shemekia Copeland w/ Ronnie Baker Brooks Keb' Mo' Kelley Hunt Day 3, Tuesday 10/27 Theme: Carnival Dom Flemons Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band Taj Mahal & Phantom Blues Band Rev. Billy. C. Wirtz w/ Barry Cuda & Mick Kilgos Cherry Sea Breeze Drink Demo w/ Tom Burns Day 4, Wednesday 10/28 Theme: Pirates Hadden Sayers Surprise Guest Terrance Simien Culinary Kenny Neal Walter Trout Eden Brent Day 5, Thursday 10/29 Theme: Legendary Gear Driftin’ & Driftin’ w/ G. Love & Rev. Billy C. Wirtz Vanessa Collier Charlie Musselwhite Lola Sunrise Party Day 6, Friday 10/30 Theme: Legendary Sea Creatures Shakura S’Aida Doug MacLeod Phantom Blues Band Ruthie Foster Mitch Woods Club 88 Highlights Day 7, Saturday 10/31 Theme: Halloween Marquise Knox Tommy Castro Tab Benoit Rev. Billy C. Wirtz Monster Mash Martini Drink Demo w/ Tom Burns ...PLUS LRBC Emcee Hellos, Artist Greetings, Surprise Legendary Cruiser Appearances, Photo Slideshows & Much More!! Join the party by participating in these Live Streams! Share your theme night photos and memories with some of the following hashtags: #bluesin, #bluescruise, #LRBC, #legendarybluescruise, #ourshipkicksass & #realbluesmatters. It will help us all feel like we're at sea again and remind of us of our unforgettable times together. See you tomorrow, stay safe everyone! Roger & the Legendary Krewe
A few of our LRBC staff members up to no good 😜 A few of our LRBC staff members up to no good 😜 Tune in to our Facebook or LRBC Youtube channel next week, October 25-31 for Dry Docked & Landlocked- a Virtual Cruise to see what they’re up to! You won’t want to miss this!!! #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass #realbluesmatters
Feelin’ the Blues now that summer’s over? We b Feelin’ the Blues now that summer’s over? We bet our Fall LRBC gear will cheer you up! • Surprising your loved one with a Blues Cruise? Let them open some merch from our shop and put the pieces together! 🎁🧩 🎶 🚢 🎫 https://bluescruise.com/shop Legendary Full Zip Hooded Unisex Sweatshirt I’d Rather Be Bluesin” Beanie, Logo Caps and more! LRBC Face Masks are Back In Stock.. Get’em while they last! #bluescruise #bluesin #bluesy #ourshipkicksass #lrbc #fallvibes #fallapparel
We are absolutely thrilled to be the first charter We are absolutely thrilled to be the first charter cruise to sail on @halcruises brand new ship, the Rotterdam in January 2022. Here’s an update from Holland America regarding the newbuild: “Today was another milestone day for Rotterdam! The ship was officially floated out and moved to its outfitting pier with the help of three tugs where all of the touches will be put into place before its July 2021 delivery. Last week Rotterdam celebrated its Coin Ceremony at the Marghera shipyard, and water was let into the dock for the first time. Today, the ship was fully floated out.” We can’t wait to be Bluesin’ on the High Seas with you all again! • • • • #bluescruise #lrbc #ourshipkicksass #hollandamerica#hollandamericaline #hollandamericarotterdam#rotterdam#bluesin#tortola#stthomas#turksandcaicos
Next up on LRBC's Driftin' & Driftin' Happy Hour.. Next up on LRBC's Driftin' & Driftin' Happy Hour... @ronnie_baker_brooks ! This Thursday, Sept 17th at 5pm Central via FB live and available for replay on YouTube. Cheers ya there 🍻 #legendarybluescruise #bluescruise #podcast #happyhour #rbb #ronniebakerbrooks #revbillycwirtz #driftinanddriftin
Open Cabin Sales have begun! Log onto bluescruise. Open Cabin Sales have begun! Log onto bluescruise.com (link in bio) or call our office for pricing and availability. 2022 can't come fast enough 🚢🎶 #bluescruise #ourshipkicksass #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #bluesmusic #blues #festival #festivalseason #hollandamerica #cruise #takemeback
Join us for Legendary Happy Hour on Thursday, Augu Join us for Legendary Happy Hour on Thursday, August 6th @ 5PM CST, featuring an "Exclusive Interview with Blues Cruise Charter Pioneer Roger Naber and Musicologist Reverend Billy C. Wirtz” as they sip their favorite beverages. How did All of these Cruises come about? Tune in and find out!! We’re excited for the first episode of Driftin’ & Driftin’: Tales & Tunes from The Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise. See you on Facebook LIVE via https://facebook.com/legendarybluescruise on August 6th @ 5PM CST! #bluescruise #bluesmusic #blues #driftinanddriftin #revbilly #revbillycwirtz #happyhour #stayhome
Happy Birthday to our fearless Captain & CEO, Roge Happy Birthday to our fearless Captain & CEO, Roger Naber! Blues music industry veteran of over 40 years and twice awarded "Blues Promoter Of The Year" by The Blues Foundation!! The Mojo is strong with this one!! #ourshipkicksass ❤️✌️😍 #bluescruise #bluesmusic #birthdayboy #elcapitan #captain #jollyroger #legendarybluescruise
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Recent Updates

  • Legendary Happy Hour w/ Elvin Bishop! Thurs. April 22 @ 5p CST
  • Legendary Happy Hour w/ Kenny Neal, April 8
  • Danielle Nicole joins us for Legendary Happy Hour, March 25!
  • Legendary Happy Hour w/ Eden Brent March 11 @ 5p CST!
  • Driftin’ & Driftin’ w/ Bobby Rush! Thursday, Feb. 25
  • Driftin’ & Driftin’ w/ Terrance Simien – Thursday, Feb. 11 @ 5p CST

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The Best Blues Experience On The Planet!

Founded in 2002, The Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise is the world’s only fully chartered blues cruise, sailing twice annually.

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313 Lawrence Street
Kansas City, MO 64111
Reservations: (816) 753-7979

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Click the link in our bio for Legendary Rhythm & B Click the link in our bio for Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise Updates! Or visit https://mailchi.mp/bluescruise/lrbc-updates 😎
Happy Mardi Gras from all of us here at the Legend Happy Mardi Gras from all of us here at the Legendary Rhythm and Blues Cruise and our friend, Terrance Simien (also known as Marcella's Dad) 🤩 . . . #mardigras #bluescruise #terrancesimien @terrance_simien @marcella.simien
TODAY IS THE DAY ⛴️🎶 Join us for "Dry Dock TODAY IS THE DAY ⛴️🎶 Join us for "Dry Docked & Landlocked" a virtual Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise! Shoulda been Sailin' on the Blues Cruise... but for now, we'll keep Driftin' with the Blues! A week full of surprise greetings, special performances by LRBC #36 artists & a whole lot more ... Airing DAILY for 7 consecutive days: Sunday, Jan. 31 through Saturday, Feb. 6 @ 5pm CST on LRBC Facebook Live and LRBC Youtube Live. ALSO! Rebroadcast by our friends at @cantstoptheblues @ 9pm EST.
Waiting on the “Dry Docked & Land Locked” - Ja Waiting on the “Dry Docked & Land Locked” - January 2021 Virtual Blues Cruise to start like.... • • • #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass #realbluesmatters #drydockedandlandlocked
Happy Holidays from Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruis Happy Holidays from Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise! - Save 20% @ bluescruise.com/shop now thru the end of 2020!! Use code HOLIDAY2020 • • • • #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass #realbluesmatters
Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise Happy Hour is back Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise Happy Hour is back with @victorwainwright! Tune in @ 5pm CST on Nov. 19th. Driftin’ & Driftin’ is a close up with our Blues stars. On each episode, @revbillycwirtz talks musician to musician with our favorite Cruise artists! Don’t miss. Visit Facebook LIVE via https://www.facebook.com/legendarybluescruise #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass #realbluesmatters #driftinanddriftin #podcast #happyhour
Happy World Kindness Day 2020! We truly believe th Happy World Kindness Day 2020! We truly believe that one of the things that sets us apart from the rest is our CRUISERS! We are so grateful for all of you and the kindness you share with our Legendary Blues Cruise family. If you’re looking for a simple way to show kindness today, consider buying merch and/or CDs from our artists or just sharing their music with friends who may not be familiar with them. The music industry has been hit particularly hard—let’s embrace them with kindness and love! • • • #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass #realbluesmatters #saveourstages #worldkindnessday #randomactsofkindness #begoodtopeople #worldkindnessday2020
Frank Robinson JR. aka "Scrap Iron" services & don Frank Robinson JR. aka "Scrap Iron" services & donations information: Donations may be made out to either his son Frank Robinson, or his partner Wanda Parham. Please mail donations to the LRBC office: 313 Lawrence St. Kansas City, MO 64111 His son Frank "Lil Mil" (moniker named for Little Milton) is organizing the services. Wake: Friday, November 20th 4:00P-8:30P NJ Ford Funeral Home 12 S. Parkway Memphis, TN. 38109 Funeral: Saturday, November 21st 2:00P Greater Mt. Moriah Baptist Church 1098 S. Wellington St. Memphis, TN 38126
Video Recap! LRBC Virtual Cruise: Dry Docked & Lan Video Recap! LRBC Virtual Cruise: Dry Docked & Landlocked
It is with Deep Sadness and Sorrow to report that It is with Deep Sadness and Sorrow to report that the LRBC Family lost a Major Friend, Colleague and Member this week. Our beloved emcee "Scrap Iron” was killed by a tractor trailer in a freak accident in Memphis on Friday afternoon while on his job. Frank’s partner Wanada Parham called us today in shock that the Love of her life was gone from this world. We are completely devastated and will post any forthcoming information as we receive it. Meanwhile we honor his life here with us and will keep his animated ever presence spirit alive in our hearts. Frank Robinson JR. aka “Scrap Iron” given the moniker name by Little Milton, March 24, 1951 - November 6, 2020 Rest In Peace our dear friend. Roger Naber CEO - Managing Partner Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise
And to think we’ll be sailing on this beauty in And to think we’ll be sailing on this beauty in 457 days! 😍 Very cool time-lapse of Rotterdam’s float out. Video courtesy of @halcruises BOOKING NOW! #36 Eastern Caribbean Blues Cruise sailing Jan 29-Feb 5, 2022. Visit bluescruise.com for more details! • • • #bluescruise bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass #realbluesmatters #hollandamericaline #hollandamerica #rotterdam
@mitchwoods88 ... We're ready! @mitchwoods88 ... We're ready!
Link in bio - Daily schedule below! Join us on FB Link in bio - Daily schedule below! Join us on FB Live or Youtube 🔥 Day 1, Sunday 10/25 Theme: Hometown Blues Sail Away Delay Party w/ Danielle Nicole Band Virgin Party w/ RUF Records Blues Caravan w/ Jeremiah Johnson, Ryan Perry & Whitney Shay Returnee Party w/ Surprise Guests Elvin Bishop w/ Mickey Thomas & Charlie Musselwhite Mitch Woods Day 2, Monday 10/26 Theme: Soul Blues & Give Me Back My Wig!! Gospel Brunch w/ Mr. Sipp Johnny Rawls Shemekia Copeland w/ Ronnie Baker Brooks Keb' Mo' Kelley Hunt Day 3, Tuesday 10/27 Theme: Carnival Dom Flemons Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band Taj Mahal & Phantom Blues Band Rev. Billy. C. Wirtz w/ Barry Cuda & Mick Kilgos Cherry Sea Breeze Drink Demo w/ Tom Burns Day 4, Wednesday 10/28 Theme: Pirates Hadden Sayers Surprise Guest Terrance Simien Culinary Kenny Neal Walter Trout Eden Brent Day 5, Thursday 10/29 Theme: Legendary Gear Driftin’ & Driftin’ w/ G. Love & Rev. Billy C. Wirtz Vanessa Collier Charlie Musselwhite Lola Sunrise Party Day 6, Friday 10/30 Theme: Legendary Sea Creatures Shakura S’Aida Doug MacLeod Phantom Blues Band Ruthie Foster Mitch Woods Club 88 Highlights Day 7, Saturday 10/31 Theme: Halloween Marquise Knox Tommy Castro Tab Benoit Rev. Billy C. Wirtz Monster Mash Martini Drink Demo w/ Tom Burns ...PLUS LRBC Emcee Hellos, Artist Greetings, Surprise Legendary Cruiser Appearances, Photo Slideshows & Much More!! Join the party by participating in these Live Streams! Share your theme night photos and memories with some of the following hashtags: #bluesin, #bluescruise, #LRBC, #legendarybluescruise, #ourshipkicksass & #realbluesmatters. It will help us all feel like we're at sea again and remind of us of our unforgettable times together. See you tomorrow, stay safe everyone! Roger & the Legendary Krewe
A few of our LRBC staff members up to no good 😜 A few of our LRBC staff members up to no good 😜 Tune in to our Facebook or LRBC Youtube channel next week, October 25-31 for Dry Docked & Landlocked- a Virtual Cruise to see what they’re up to! You won’t want to miss this!!! #bluesin #bluescruise #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #ourshipkicksass #realbluesmatters
Feelin’ the Blues now that summer’s over? We b Feelin’ the Blues now that summer’s over? We bet our Fall LRBC gear will cheer you up! • Surprising your loved one with a Blues Cruise? Let them open some merch from our shop and put the pieces together! 🎁🧩 🎶 🚢 🎫 https://bluescruise.com/shop Legendary Full Zip Hooded Unisex Sweatshirt I’d Rather Be Bluesin” Beanie, Logo Caps and more! LRBC Face Masks are Back In Stock.. Get’em while they last! #bluescruise #bluesin #bluesy #ourshipkicksass #lrbc #fallvibes #fallapparel
We are absolutely thrilled to be the first charter We are absolutely thrilled to be the first charter cruise to sail on @halcruises brand new ship, the Rotterdam in January 2022. Here’s an update from Holland America regarding the newbuild: “Today was another milestone day for Rotterdam! The ship was officially floated out and moved to its outfitting pier with the help of three tugs where all of the touches will be put into place before its July 2021 delivery. Last week Rotterdam celebrated its Coin Ceremony at the Marghera shipyard, and water was let into the dock for the first time. Today, the ship was fully floated out.” We can’t wait to be Bluesin’ on the High Seas with you all again! • • • • #bluescruise #lrbc #ourshipkicksass #hollandamerica#hollandamericaline #hollandamericarotterdam#rotterdam#bluesin#tortola#stthomas#turksandcaicos
Next up on LRBC's Driftin' & Driftin' Happy Hour.. Next up on LRBC's Driftin' & Driftin' Happy Hour... @ronnie_baker_brooks ! This Thursday, Sept 17th at 5pm Central via FB live and available for replay on YouTube. Cheers ya there 🍻 #legendarybluescruise #bluescruise #podcast #happyhour #rbb #ronniebakerbrooks #revbillycwirtz #driftinanddriftin
Open Cabin Sales have begun! Log onto bluescruise. Open Cabin Sales have begun! Log onto bluescruise.com (link in bio) or call our office for pricing and availability. 2022 can't come fast enough 🚢🎶 #bluescruise #ourshipkicksass #lrbc #legendarybluescruise #bluesmusic #blues #festival #festivalseason #hollandamerica #cruise #takemeback
Join us for Legendary Happy Hour on Thursday, Augu Join us for Legendary Happy Hour on Thursday, August 6th @ 5PM CST, featuring an "Exclusive Interview with Blues Cruise Charter Pioneer Roger Naber and Musicologist Reverend Billy C. Wirtz” as they sip their favorite beverages. How did All of these Cruises come about? Tune in and find out!! We’re excited for the first episode of Driftin’ & Driftin’: Tales & Tunes from The Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise. See you on Facebook LIVE via https://facebook.com/legendarybluescruise on August 6th @ 5PM CST! #bluescruise #bluesmusic #blues #driftinanddriftin #revbilly #revbillycwirtz #happyhour #stayhome
Happy Birthday to our fearless Captain & CEO, Roge Happy Birthday to our fearless Captain & CEO, Roger Naber! Blues music industry veteran of over 40 years and twice awarded "Blues Promoter Of The Year" by The Blues Foundation!! The Mojo is strong with this one!! #ourshipkicksass ❤️✌️😍 #bluescruise #bluesmusic #birthdayboy #elcapitan #captain #jollyroger #legendarybluescruise
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