Gig Photos: Bluesfest 2023, Day 6
Thursday night at Bluesfest had something for everyone. (Well, so does every day. It’s an eclectic festival.) Whether you missed out on Mumford and Sons (the 2010s! the hipsters! Ugh, right in my...
View ArticleBluesfest 2023 preview: Day 8
Given the wide variety of genres and renown, you will be forgiven if you are not familiar with every single artist on the lineup. Therefore, as part of our extensive coverage, apt613 will have daily...
View ArticleGig Photos: Bluesfest 2023, Day 7
Whether you had other plans Friday night (doubtful) or just want to relive the moments (likely), here are the best photos from Bluesfest Day 7, from Landon Entwistle and Curtis Perry.
View ArticleBluesfest 2023 preview: Day 9
Given the wide variety of genres and renown, you will be forgiven if you are not familiar with every single artist on the lineup. Therefore, as part of our extensive coverage, apt613 will have daily...
View ArticleGig Photos: Bluesfest 2023, Day 8
Saturday night sold out, putting Pitbull in a league all of his own. It’s an impressive feat, proving the worldwide popularity of Mr. Worldwide, plus acts like Ludacris and Julia Jacklin, who headlined...
View ArticleGig Photos: Bluesfest 2023, Day 9
Be Our Day 9 preview wasn’t too sure how the people of Ottawa would react to the left-field choice of The Smile, the side project of Radiohead’s Thom Yorke and Johnny Greenwood, with drummer Tom...
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An interview with Raphael Weinroth-Browne—03.14.2024
By: Wayne I. Henry Raphael in his creative space. Photo provided. Raphael Weinroth-Browne is an internationally renowned Canadian cellist and composer who makes his home in Ottawa. He is among a small...
View ArticleBluesfest 2024 Preview: Day 7
Yesterday was a pretty soggy one, but the good news is tonight’s punk main stage should help release some frustration over the weather. And if punk is not your scene, there’s plenty of great artists...
View ArticleGig Photos: Bluesfest 2024 Day 6
Night six of Bluesfest was a muddy one but festivalgoers were prepared, as the ponchos and rain boots were out in full force for an evening headlined by the Zac Brown Band. The group had a slew of...
View ArticleBluesfest 2024 Preview: Day 8
FINALLY the rain let up enough for everyone to enjoy a great night of music, and despite the muddy ground (which honestly, is surprisingly not bad given the amount of rain we’ve had), the mosh pits...
View ArticleGig Photos: Bluesfest 2024 Day 7
Night seven of Bluesfest featured a competition between punk and country fans, as rival stages stuck to their genres giving concertgoers their pick on Thursday evening. Headlining the main stage were...
View ArticleBluesfest 2024 Preview: Day 9
After a magical Friday night, where the music and the weather cooperated (despite ominous clouds threatening to dampen the evening), to create a perfect festival experience, we’re heading into a...
View ArticleGig Photos: Bluesfest 2024 Day 8
Night eight of Bluesfest featured Tyler Childers, the Kentucky-born country star who brought his home with him along with a massive backup band. Headlining the river stage led by Afie Jurvanen was...
View ArticleBluesfest 2024 Preview: Day 10
We’ve made it through another Bluesfest! Enriched by all of the great artists we’ve gotten to see (and slightly soggier thanks to the rain), we have one more day to cap off the 2024 edition in style....
View ArticleGig Photos: Bluesfest 2024 Day 9
The second last night of Bluesfest was a showcase in rock n roll, as hair-metal legends Motley Crue headlined the evening. Canadian JJ Wilde rocked the early crowd with an aggressive, fun set....
View ArticleGig Photos: Bluesfest 2024 Day 10
Last night marked the closing of this year’s edition and 30th anniversary of Bluesfest. Closing the final night were two juxtaposed shows- Nas, also celebrating his 30th anniversary of his debut album...
View Article2024 Ottawa Bluesfest Interview: JJ Wilde
Saturday’s rock lineup attracted tens of thousands, and those who managed to arrive early enjoyed a memorable set from opening act JJ Wilde. Having opened for other massive rock legends, including KISS...
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Bluesfest 2025 lineup announced
Back for the 31st edition, Ottawa Bluesfest unveiled their diverse and exciting lineup for 2025 at midnight. Headliners span across the genres, from punk-rockers Green Day to Ireland’s Hozier to one of...
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