Bluesfest Byron Bay have dropped the first artist announcement for their 36th, and final, iteration. With a heritage that goes back to 1990, the festival promises to be a celebration of everything that Bluesfest has stood for over the past 35 plus years – music, community, and unforgettable experiences.
To that end, the first artist announcement has tapped into a mix of both Australian and international acts covering everything from blues to soul to funk, rock and country. and is certainly heading towards the promise that it will be an unforgettable experience.
Artists named include
Crowded House
Vance Joy • Ocean Alley • Tones and I
Gary Clark Jr • Rag’n’Bone Man
RY X • Allison Russell • Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram
Brad Cox • Here Come The Mummies (exclusive)
The California Honeydrops (exclusive) • Marc Broussard • Pierce Brothers
Taj Farrant (exclusive) • Fanny Lumsden • 19-Twenty
WILSN • Cimafunk (exclusive) • Neal Francis (exclusive)
Festival director, Peter Noble has said “As we prepare for the final chapter of Bluesfest in 2025, I am profoundly moved by the outpouring of support from thousands in our community, along with the many artists and their management eager to be part of our farewell edition. Thank you all for your heartfelt messages and expressions of solidarity.
We’re thrilled to unveil the first wave of artists for our grand finale. This lineup, meticulously curated to honour Bluesfest’s rich legacy, features a dynamic mix of legendary and cutting-edge performers. This announcement marks just the beginning. Our second lineup is well and truly in the works and the reveal is on the horizon, promising to further enhance what is set to be an epic farewell.
Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Let’s make the final Bluesfest one for the ages!“
Byron Bay Bluesfest will run from Thursday, 17th April through to Sunday, 20th April. Tickets are available from the Bluesfest website, or clicking this link.
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