Bluesfest 2025 - First Announcement

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Leading this extraordinary lineup, we’re thrilled to welcome back Crowded House. Neil Finn and his bandmates are nothing short of legends in the worldwide music scene, known for timeless hits like "Don't Dream It's Over" and "Weather With You." Crowded House has played at Bluesfest before, delivering some of the most memorable performances in our history. Their recent album, Gravity Stairs, debuted on the Australian albums charts at No. 1, and their live shows continue to draw massive crowds. We can’t wait to see them take the stage at the final Bluesfest.

One of Australia’s biggest stars, Vance Joy, returns to Australia to join Bluesfest for the first time after captivating audiences worldwide since his breakout hit "Riptide." With over 5 billion streams and hits like "Mess is Mine" and "Lay It On Me," Vance Joy has established himself as one of Australia’s most beloved singer-songwriters. We’re honoured to have him for the final festival.

Ocean Alley is another incredible Australian band that has taken the world by storm. Known for their smooth grooves and psychedelic rock sound, they’ve become a staple in the music scene with hits like "Confidence," which has gone 6x Platinum. They first played Bluesfest in 2019, and boy have they grown in stature since then, becoming one of Australia’s biggest bands both at home and around the world. Their live performances are simply unforgettable, and we're excited to see them return to our stage.

Breaking through as a busker (including the Bluesfest Busking Competition) and now a global sensation selling out stadiums around Australia, Tones and I has rewritten the rules of pop music with her hit "Dance Monkey," which became the most streamed song of all time by an Australian female artist and has over 12 billion streams. This will be her debut on the Bluesfest main stage, and she has promised to put on the show of the year—we cannot wait! She was recently special guest on Pink’s record breaking tour, the highest grossing tour of 2024 and is now selling arenas.

And then there's Gary Clark Jr.— a modern-day Bluesman whose extraordinary talent has transcended genres, blending his roots in Blues with Rock, Soul, and even Hip-hop. While his searing guitar work and soulful voice have earned him multiple Grammy Awards, including Best Rock Song and Best Rock Performance. Gary last played Bluesfest in 2019, delivering one of the most powerful sets we’ve ever seen. His ability to blend Blues, rock, and soul makes him a standout artist of our time, and we're ecstatic to have him return to Bluesfest.

We also have UK Neo-Blues soul superstar Rag’n’Bone Man, known for his hit "Human," which became a global anthem; Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram, the young Blues sensation who’s already won a Grammy; and RY X, a native of North Coast NSW who grew up on Woodford Island and is now an international star selling out venues like Royal Albert Hall, whose deeply emotional performances have earned him global acclaim.

Joining them are Allison Russell, the Grammy-winning storyteller whose powerful music has captivated audiences worldwide; Brad Cox, one of Australia’s most celebrated country artists, known for his chart-topping albums and electrifying live shows.

After being inundated with requests, we’re thrilled to welcome back the two most requested artists to return from from their 2024 Bluesfest performances. Here Come The Mummies, the high-energy eight-piece funk-rock band. Taj Farrant, the 15-year-old guitar prodigy who took Bluesfest by storm last year, returns as well. His incredible talent has made him a rising star in the music world. 19-Twenty also returns after their electrifying performances in 2024 left fans wanting more. Not forgetting Pierce Brothers and WILSN, who were both standout performers at this year’s festival.

Marc Broussard, whose powerful vocals and soulful performances have captivated fans worldwide, is set to bring his unique blend of rock, Blues, and R&B to the Bluesfest stage. Cimafunk, the Cuban sensation blending funk, soul, and Afro-Cuban rhythms, is making his Bluesfest debut, while The California Honeydrops will deliver their infectious retro-soul and spontaneous live energy to the festival.

Fanny Lumsden, one of Australia’s most esteemed country artists, known for her ARIA Award-winning albums and energetic live shows, will also grace the stage, bringing her distinct storytelling and vibrant performances to the final Bluesfest. Neal Francis, whose intoxicating blend of funk, soul, and rock has solidified his status as a modern soul icon.