For more than 14 years, the State Line Blues Jam has been a Sunday tradition for blues musicians and music lovers throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. Hosted by Glenn Davis, the jam became a local institution at Red Dog’s Sandwiches, where countless musicians shared the stage, friendships were formed, and the blues community continued to grow week after week.

While Red Dog’s has closed its doors, the music isn’t stopping. The State Line Blues Jam has entered a new chapter at Doyle’s Pub in Richmond, Illinois. The spirit of the jam remains exactly the same—great musicians, great people, and a welcoming place for anyone who loves live blues. Most importantly, this remains a home for authentic Chicago blues, preserving the sound, style, and tradition that have made the blues a cornerstone of our region’s musical heritage.

As we move into colder weather, the outdoor jam at Doyle’s Pub will occasionally be moved to Pell Lake Inn in Genoa City, Wisconsin. The address is W1282 Lakeshore Dr, Genoa City, WI. This allows us to keep the music going even when the weather doesn’t cooperate. The location may change from week to week, so be sure to check this website before heading out each Sunday to see where the jam will be held. We’ll provide weekly updates with the current location, jam status, and weather information so you’ll always know where to find us.

The Stateline Blues Forecast Page is a function of the Stateline Blues Charitable Organization, an ad hoc group of music lovers and musicians helping those in need for over 15 years.

Whether you’ve been attending since the beginning or you’re discovering the jam for the first time, we invite you to join us every Sunday. Bring your instrument, bring your friends, or simply come enjoy an afternoon of live blues. Whether we’re at Doyle’s Pub or Pell Lake Inn, the music, the community, and the tradition continue. Just remember to check this page each week for the latest location before you head out!

DOYLES PUB: 5604 Mill St Richmond, IL 60071

PELL LAKE INN: W1282 Lakeshore Dr, Genoa City, WI 53128