Behind the Music: Meet Music Maker Foundation Artists at Blues & Brews
Step inside the stories, sounds, and soul of American roots music. At this year’s Blues & Brews Festival, we’re proud to welcome back the Music Maker Foundation (MMF) — a nonprofit dedicated to preserving the traditions of Southern music and supporting the artists who keep it alive. From intimate artist meet & greets to interactive exhibitions, MMF brings a living legacy of music history to Telluride.
Artist Meet and Greets
Located at the Blues Stage
Friday, September 12, 2025
5:00 - 5:30 PM - Leonard “Lowdown” Brown
A Texas legend with a deep, soulful voice, Brown delivers raw and powerful blues shaped by decades in juke joints and dancehalls.
6:30 - 7:00 PM - Earl “Guitar” Williams
Known for his electrifying guitar riffs and larger-than-life stage presence, Williams brings a lifetime of blues tradition straight from Mississippi’s heartland.
Saturday, September 13, 2025
3:30 - 4:00 PM - Michael Boone
With roots in gospel and blues, Boone’s music is a spiritual journey — honest, heartfelt, and steeped in Southern storytelling.
6:30 - 7:00 PM - Leonard “Lowdown” Brown
Sunday, September 14, 2025
12:30 - 1:00 PM - Michael Boone
3:30 - 4:00 PM - Earl “Guitar” Williams
6:30 - 7:00 PM - Trenton Ayers
A modern blues torchbearer with a gritty, soulful guitar style, Ayers carries the Delta tradition forward while infusing it with fresh energy and innovation.
Meet the artists, hear their stories, snap a photo, and take home a memory that connects you to the roots of the blues.
The MMF Lounge & Exhibition
Located at the Blues Stage
The MMF Lounge is your backstage pass into American music history. Step inside to:
Explore rare photographs and art
Spin records at the vinyl listening station
Capture the moment in the festival photo booth
Connect with artists through meet & greets
Learn through music history and educational programming
This cozy space is more than a lounge — it’s a living archive of American roots culture.
Get Involved
You can help preserve America’s most authentic music traditions. Support MMF by visiting the lounge, making a tax-deductible donation, or purchasing from their online shop. Every contribution helps keep these stories and songs alive for future generations.