The 31st Mississippi Valley Blues Festival returned to its roots and as part of that return, showcased the mighty musical talent found right here in the Quad Cities. The inaugural Local Scene Stage was a tremendous hit, so the Mississippi Valley Blues Society is pleased to announce the return of the Local Scene Stage to the 32nd Mississippi Valley Blues Festival. Local talent will be presented between Bandshell stage sets. In some cases, entire bands are represented. Some of those bands have formed for this event.