The festival returns for its 35th anniversary bringing along the likes of Jack Johnson, Tom Jones and The Teskey Brothers.
The stage is set for an electrifying celebration as Bluesfest, Australia’s most esteemed music festival, spills the beans on its dazzling lineup for its 35th anniversary edition.
Spanning five days of sonic revelry from March 28th to April 1st, 2024, the iconic Byron Events Farm in Tyagarah, NSW will once again host a dazzling array of musical virtuosos, promising an unforgettable feast for the senses.
Leading the charge among the announced headliners of this whopping first-wave announcement is none other than the multifaceted Jack Johnson. Returning for an exclusive performance – his sole appearance in Australia for 2024 – Johnson is set to take fans on a melodic journey with his laid-back yet emotionally charged melodies. With a staggering 24 million album sales under his belt, Johnson’s return to Bluesfest is a homecoming that fans have eagerly awaited.
Bluesfest lineup
Tedeschi Trucks Band
The Cruel Sea
Taj Mahal
Tim Finn
Ian Moss
Rickie Lee Jones
Dan Sultan
The Whitlams Black Stump Band
COTERIE
Playing For Change Band
Lisa Hunt’s Forever Soul
Jackie Venson
WILSN
Caravãna Sun
Women Of Soul Collective
Already announced:
Jack Johnson
Tom Jones
The Teskey Brothers
Matt Corby
L.A.B
Elvis Costello & The Imposters
Peter Garrett & The Alter Egos
Tommy Emmanuel
The Dead South
The Paper Kites
Drive-By Truckers
Newton Faulkner
Steve Poltz
19-Twenty
Taj Farrant
Erja Lyytinen
Harry Manx
Here Come The Mummies
Clayton Doley’s Bayou Billabong
Little Quirks
Hussy Hicks
Blues Arcadia
RocKwiz Live
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The stage will also bear witness to the incomparable Welsh sensation, Tom Jones. Having conquered hearts worldwide with over 100 million album sales and iconic hits like It’s Not Unusual and Sex Bomb, Tom Jones is making a triumphant return to the Bluesfest scene, after last gracing its stage in 2016.
Not to be outdone, Australian treasures The Teskey Brothers are making a return by popular demand, after their awe-inspiring performance in 2022. Their soul-drenched take on rock, folk, and blues has cemented them as a festival favorite, and their upcoming appearance is guaranteed to ignite the stage.
But wait, there’s more! The lineup reads like a musical odyssey, featuring the likes of Elvis Costello & The Imposters, L.A.B., Peter Garrett & The Alter Egos, Tommy Emmanuel, The Dead South, The Paper Kites, and a triumphant return of Drive-by Truckers after a 15-year hiatus from the festival.
The announcement also highlights the rising stars that are set to leave their mark on the Bluesfest stage. The 14-year-old blues guitar prodigy Taj Farrant, who has already gained global recognition and a massive social media following, will showcase his incredible talents. And Finnish sensation Erja Lyytinen, hailed as one of the leading blues-rock guitarists on the international circuit, is set to make her mark with her electrifying performances.
Boasting a concoction of legendary maestros and emerging sensations, this milestone edition is primed to outshine all expectations.
“These incredible artists are just the beginning: there is much more to come! Bluesfest 2024 will continue to announce exceptional artists throughout the year and in the lead-up to the festival.” “Those attending can look forward to fantastic music, stellar performances, and memories that will last a lifetime,” Festival Director Peter Noble OAM says.
“So, mark your calendars and join us for Bluesfest 2024, where we celebrate the spirit of live music”.
As the countdown to the 35th birthday extravaganza begins, music enthusiasts are urged to mark their calendars for this ultimate celebration of live music.
Bluesfest runs from Thursday, 28 March to Monday 1 April 2024 at the Byron Events Farm, Tyagarah, NSW. All 5-Day Season tickets, including festival entry, camping & add-ons, parking and VIP, are on sale now via the Bluesfest website.
