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“JOHN’S BLUES PICKS” ALBUM REVIEWS

John’s Blues Picks is the monthly album review column in memory of Toronto-based blues columnist, John Valenteyn. John Valenteyn was co-founder of the Toronto Blues Society, radio host on CIUT.FM and the Toronto Blues Society’s resident album reviewer until his passing in 2020. John’s Blues Picks (JBP) are shared monthly in , Maple Blues News. 

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JohnsBluesPicksTo submit an album for review, please send two copies along with a one-sheet to:

Toronto Blues Society
Attn: John’s Blues Picks
910 Queen St W, Suite B04
Toronto, ON, Canada
M6J 1G6

PLEASE NOTE: All submitted material becomes the property of Toronto Blues Society. Due to the volume of submissions, we cannot guarantee an album will be reviewed.

Please do not ask Canada Post for a signature upon delivery as this can delay how fast we receive your music.

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