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The Backroads Blues Festival is a traditional touring blues experience curated by Kenny Wayne Shepherd that brings top blues acts together across multiple stops. Each year features a curated lineup of legends and rising stars, blending classic blues with blues-rock staples. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering the genre, this tour delivers a festival vibe with intimate, artist-forward performances.
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Past editions have kicked off with a six-date inaugural run in 2022, including stops in Providence, RI; Bethel, NY; Lewiston, ME; Springfield, MA; Roanoke, VA; and Portsmouth, NH, featuring Buddy Guy and Christone Ingram. The 2023 edition brought Joe Bonamassa into the fold, expanding the lineup and reach. In 2024, the festival rolled into Artpark in Lewiston, NY, headlined by Kenny Wayne Shepherd with guests like Eric Johnson and Bobby Rush. While plans for a 2025 lineup have not been announced, fans can expect another stage-crossing blues experience inspired by traditional roots and modern guitar mastery.
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For performers and venues, the Backroads Blues Festival is a collaborative, artist-first tour that emphasizes high-energy live performances, storied blues history, and the thrill of live music today. Follow official channels for the latest updates and social posts as shows are announced.
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Past editions have kicked off with a six-date inaugural run in 2022, including stops in Providence, RI; Bethel, NY; Lewiston, ME; Springfield, MA; Roanoke, VA; and Portsmouth, NH, featuring Buddy Guy and Christone Ingram. The 2023 edition brought Joe Bonamassa into the fold, expanding the lineup and reach. In 2024, the festival rolled into Artpark in Lewiston, NY, headlined by Kenny Wayne Shepherd with guests like Eric Johnson and Bobby Rush. While plans for a 2025 lineup have not been announced, fans can expect another stage-crossing blues experience inspired by traditional roots and modern guitar mastery.
For performers and venues, the Backroads Blues Festival is a collaborative, artist-first tour that emphasizes high-energy live performances, storied blues history, and the thrill of live music today. Follow official channels for the latest updates and social posts as shows are announced.
Social links and official sites: follow the festival and featured artists for real-time updates, tour alerts, and behind-the-scenes access.
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