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2026 Lineup

THE CALIFORNIA HONEYDROPS

“The California Honeydrops…evoke the greasy rumble of Booker T and channel the spiritual ecstasy of Sly and the Family Stone.” – Rolling Stone

SOUTHERN AVENUE

“Inquisitive and uplifting…The band’s signature whisk of roots, blues and soul stylings lean into the spirit of Memphis [and] maintain a timelessness and soul-laden delivery not unlike The Staple Singers.” – Relix

SHINYRIBS

“The weather may get all the attention, but the hottest thing in Texas these days is Shinyribs.– Glide Magazine

SUE FOLEY

“A hot set of Texas ribs comin’ right out of the burner and on to your plate smokin’, ready to devour.” – American Highways

THE RUMBLE

“Fusing Mardi Gras Indian culture with swaggering Bayou funk in a defiant, delicious gumbo, The Rumble featuring Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. is among the more exhilarating bands to bubble up from New Orleans onto the national landscape in some time.” – Live For Live Music

MIKE FARRIS & THE FORTUNATE FEW

Few vocalists can bring the sheer power and passion of Mike Farris!  Glide Magazine

BYWATER CALL

“Authentic, earthy, gritty, punchy, soulful, rough ’n’ ready, raspy, powerful, confident, stylish.” – Tinnitist

SEAN MCDONALD

One of those young new artists, who, when you close your eyes, sounds like he’s been aging in a cask of blues for decades.” – Blues Roadhouse

ARIEL POSEN

Ariel Posen brings the electric guitar back to its glory days, especially in concert! Goldmine Magazine

HARRELL ‘YOUNG RELL’ DAVENPORT

“In my 46 years of teaching Blues in Schools, never have I encountered anyone as young as Harrell Davenport with such a laser focused drive and ability to play the Blues as it was played in the bygone golden era of the masters.”– Billy Branch

JEREMIE ALBINO

Jeremie Albino proved himself a talent to be reckoned with…Albino sounds like a star! – No Depression

JO MILLER & HER BURLY ROUGHNECKS

“Jo Miller owns the stage…stylistically unique and genuine, with a sound that truly defines ‘northwest twang.'”Billy Joe Huels

GARRET T. WILLIE

A rock and blues virtuoso, unleashing a sonic revolution that’s impossible to not fall in love with! – Wonderland Magazine

THE DUSTY 45s

Seattle’s own Dusty 45s have been lighting up stages across the Northwest for nearly three decades with their electrifying blend of roots rock, swing, surf, and rock ’n’ roll.

TOO SLIM & THE TAILDRAGGERS

“When a guy who has been grinding up the road for three decades tells you that life is a tough battle but still, and always, worth fighting with everything you’ve got, you best believe him. If the vocals aren’t enough to convince you then the unstoppable rhythm section will give you something to hold on to until you’re rested and ready for your next battle.” Rock and Blues Muse

KIM FIELD & THE PERFECT GENTLEMEN

Portland’s own Kim Field and the Perfect Gentlemen bring together some of the Northwest’s finest musicians for a powerhouse dose of classic rhythm & blues. Led by master harmonica player Kim Field, the band delivers deep blues grooves, sharp musicianship, and the kind of seasoned stage presence that only comes from decades on the road.

GOSPEL HOUR

Mike Farris has a “supersized voice filled with the electricity of Saturday night and the godly grace of Sunday mornings.” — Rolling Stone Country
“Southern Avenue is jaw-dropping. They are not to be missed.” — Jambase.com

GRAMMY®Award Winner Mike Farris and Southern Avenue come together for a soul-deep Sunday morning Gospel Hour celebrating the shared roots of blues, gospel, and Southern soul.

METHOW JUKE JOINT ALLSTARS

“Standing on the shoulders of giants, Lady A delivers a thunderously powerful new single,” – American Blues Scene

“Polly O’Keary is a powerhouse blues/rock singer whose voice has the resonance and attitude that permeates her impressive bass playing” – Blues in Britain

THE CRUNK MONKS

“Booking ‘top shelf’ music around the Pacific and Inland Northwest, it’s hard to catch all the shows. One act we don’t miss is the Methow Valley’s very own Crunk Monks, who we describe as a high-octane, funky jam band guaranteed to move your feet and soul.” — Twisp River Fun Ranch

Schedule, artists subject to change.

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2024 Best Festival
Washington Blues Society

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2015 Keeping The Blues Alive Recipient
The Blues Foundation

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2025 Grand Summit Award
Washington Festival & Events Association

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Washington Festival & Events Association

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