Bluesfest 2018 is just around the corner, it’s hard to believe the already stacked lineup could possibly increase in sheer epicness. Garnering a rep for showcasing the world’s premier acts in blues, folk and more, Bluesfest have truly lived up to their global status as a can’t-miss festival.
Joining Ms. Lauryn Hill, Robert Plant, Tash Sultana and more on 2018’s massive lineup are six artists who are sure to keep Australian experts on all things rootsy and groovy very entertained.
Rounding out the announcement is Australian festival favourite, Dan Sultan who’ll be bringing his signature throwback guts and glory approach to rock n roll that’s rendered him one of the country’s most prolific songwriters. All Our Exes Live In Texas, who feature on fellow Bluesfest performer Kesha’s track ‘Praying’ will also appear, bringing their glorious harmonies and mellow styling to a very appropriate setting.
Oz-Blues pioneers, Chain, will celebrate 50 years as a band on the coveted stages of the Byron Bay Parklands whilst Con Brio will hold it down for classic soul sounds. Also joining the lineup is Mia Dyson, Shaun Kirk, Caiti Baker, Steve Smyth, Dog Trumpet, Hanlon Brothers.
Check out the entire lineup below!
Bluesfest 2018 third lineup announcement
Thursday March 29 – Monday April 2, 2018
Byron Bay, NSW
Joining…
Dan Sultan
All Our Exes Live In Texes
Chain
Con Brio
Mia Dyson
Shaun Kirk
Caiti Baker
Steve Smyth
Dog Trumpet
Hanlon Brothers
Joining…
Ms. Lauryn Hill
Joining….
Kesha
Sheryl Crow
Melissa Etheridge
Juanes
Seu Jorge
Ziggy Alberts
Ásgeir
Newton Faulkner
Afro Celt Sound System
Harry Manx
Harts
Holy Holy
William Crighton
Elephant Sessions
Joining…
Lionel Richie
Robert Plant And The Sensational Space Shifters
John Butler Trio
Tash Sultana
Seal
Jackson Browne
Michael Franti & Spearhead
Youssou Ndour
Jason Isbell And The 400 Unit
Gomez
Rag’N’Bone Man
José González
First Aid Kit
Morcheeba
Gov’t Mule
The New Power Generation
The Original Blues Brothers Band
Chic Featuring Nile Rodgers
Jimmy Cliff
The Wailers
Canned Heat
Walter Trout
Lukas Nelson & Promise Of The Real
Joe Louis Walker
Bobby Rush
Hurray For The Riff Raff
Benjamin Booker
Eric Gales
Dumpstaphunk
André Cymone
The California Honeydrops
Rick Estrin & The Nightcats
The Teskey Brothers
