Blues at Bridgetown

Blues at Bridgetown 🎶13, 14, 15 November 2026🎶

An international celebration of Blues & Roots Music, in Bridgetown WA

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Held in Bridgetown in WA's scenic South West... on the second weekend of November each year - Blues at Bridgetown is a three day Event... with many hours of musicians, showcase, multiple venues, street entertainment, youth & community involvement, wine appreciation, workshops, and much much more. So how did it all start? Let’s go back a few years. Around 1986 Pip Mills, Sheila Howat and a small gr

oup started to develop a festival that would re-establish and empower the arts in the region through music. They progressed in an ad hoc fashion bringing a very wide range of music performances into the town. Fast forward to 1993 when Chris Hughes and the WA Tourist Commission offered support for the development of a Blues Festival that could be promoted as an attraction to interstate and international visitors. A public meeting was called with representatives from all community interests to find out if the town would support such an idea. The answer was a resounding yes and a committee was formed to develop an event that would position itself as a leading music festival and attract large enough audiences, but not too large for the town over a three day period. That first committee – Pip and Sheila with Joan Krauze and Doreen Harkins – delivered the inaugural Blues at Bridgetown event in 1993 which was put together in six months and attracted approximately 5,000 people. In its second year, the audience grew to around 12,000 people. Over the 22 years that Blues at Bridgetown has been around many people have come and gone – within the organisation, within the community, within the music scene. No doubt some ‘up-and-coming blues talent of the future’ from those early years made it, some perhaps not. That’s how it all started 23 years ago, seeded from an idea 28 years ago. What is it that has Blues at Bridgetown still here and going strong after all this time? Vision, passion, great music, community … and the individual people who have been a part of something special along the way, adding their special little bit of magic to it.

‘Fine Blues’ indeed.

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶Introducing The Art of Dysfunction performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.*Art of Dysfunction*...
05/09/2026

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶
Introducing The Art of Dysfunction performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.

*Art of Dysfunction* are a Perth-based blues-rock outfit forged in the south of Western Australia, delivering high-octane rock ‘n’ roll with deep roots in blues, funk, swing, reggae, and soul.

They’ve cut their teeth playing alongside Australian rock mainstays like *Electric Mary* and *The Radiators*, and took their sound overseas on a European tour in 2022 supporting blues icon *Michael Vdelli*. That connection stuck — the band later became Vdelli’s rhythm section in 2025 with two singles out.

Fresh off back-to-back appearances at *Ravenswood Blues & Roots Festival* in 2025 and 2026, they’ve also hit *Bridgetown Blues* with Michael Vdelli in 2025 and are set for *Echuca Blues Festival* with him in 2026.

*Lineup:*

- *Michael Menna* – Guitar, vocals. Known for blistering blues licks and current guitar player for “The Jets.”

- *Royce Mack* – Drums. Formerly of the Zack Linton Trio and Vdelli’s band.

- *Kelly McCarthy* – Bass. Formerly of the Zack Linton Trio and the Joondalup Symphony Orchestra.

Expect tight grooves, soaring guitar, and a live show that’ll send you to the moon and have you back in time for breakfast.

📍 From: Perth
🎵 Genre: Blues Rock and Roll

Experience them live in Bridgetown as they join an incredible lineup of artists for a weekend celebrating music, community, and unforgettable performances.

🎟️ Stay tuned for more artist spotlights, festival news, and program announcements.
🔗 Tickets on sale now via link in our bio 🔗
See you in Bridgetown. 🎶

-southwest

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶Introducing Owen Campbell performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.Owen Campbell is one of Austr...
04/09/2026

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶
Introducing Owen Campbell performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.

Owen Campbell is one of Australia’s premier alternative blues/rock exports with 4 best-selling studio albums, 4 EPs, and over a decade of national and international touring.

He’s a slide guitarist, a songwriter, banjo player, blues singer and more. The sort of performer you would expect to find in New Orleans blues joints, but in fact Campbell’s roots are in Newcastle, Australia. With his smouldering guitar work, gritty caramel vocals, and sublime rhythm section, Owen’s sound is best described as alternative blues and soulful cosmic rock.

Owen’s debut album, “Sunshine Road,” was released in late 2013, reaching Number 1 on the overall charts (Australia), knocking Adele off the top spot in 2014.

Soon after Owen released “The Pilgrim” in 2014, “Breathing Bullets” in 2016, and “Rolling Thunder” in 2019, each showcasing his evolving song writing and musical style.

Owen’s international success came with his second album, “The Pilgrim,”. The album charted in several countries, including France, the Netherlands, and Switzerland, and earned him critical acclaim in Europe.

Every one of Owen’s albums has hit the Top 10 on the Apple Blues Charts in over 10 countries.

Beyond his chart success, Owen is also known for his powerful live performances, where he showcases his impressive slide guitar skills and emotive vocals.

He has toured extensively in Australia and overseas, including in the US, where he has built a dedicated following.

August 2025 saw Owen released Cosmic People – his first studio EP in six years.

Describing the EP, Campbell says: “Cosmic People encapsulates both the winter of despair and the warmth of spring. It’s a reminder that we’re more than screen-addicted beings – and that a beautiful world is waiting for us to reconnect.”

The EP was recorded and mixed at The Rabbit Hole Recording Studio with Brandon Dodd – renowned guitarist and engineer for Kasey Chambers.

2026 sees Campbell ready to release his 7th album and bring his commanding live performances to venues and festivals across the country.

📍 From: Canberra
🎵 Genre: Blues, Roots and Rock

Experience them live in Bridgetown as they join an incredible lineup of artists for a weekend celebrating music, community, and unforgettable performances.

🎟️ Stay tuned for more artist spotlights, festival news, and program announcements.
🔗 Tickets on sale now via link in our bio 🔗
See you in Bridgetown. 🎶

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶Introducing The Gray Brothers performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.Albert and Elwood Gray ar...
03/09/2026

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Introducing The Gray Brothers performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.

Albert and Elwood Gray are brothers raised amongst the pindan and saltwater of Broome, Western Australia. Known for their blood harmony, crafted lyrics, guitar and mandolin interplay, and easy stage banter, the brothers have brought their folk-alt-country sound to national festival stages, intimate venues, and backyards across the country. From a young age, they’ve been inseparable from music—cutting their teeth busking at the Courthouse Markets, before going on to share the stage with artists like John Butler and Stephen Pigram at the Cable Beach Amphitheatre.

📍 From: Broome
🎵 Genre: Folk, Country and Rock

Experience them live in Bridgetown as they join an incredible lineup of artists for a weekend celebrating music, community, and unforgettable performances.

🎟️ Stay tuned for more artist spotlights, festival news, and program announcements.
🔗 Tickets on sale now via link in our bio 🔗
See you in Bridgetown. 🎶

-southwest

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶Introducing Navy June performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.Navy June are a Boorloo-based fiv...
02/09/2026

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Introducing Navy June performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.

Navy June are a Boorloo-based five piece carving out their place in Western Australia’s indie scene since 2024. Blending the grit of grunge with the warmth of soul, their sound channels the nostalgic energy of the ’90s while reimagining it for the present day. Drawing inspiration from an unusual blend of artists - Fleetwood Mac, Fiona Apple and Hole - Navy June create music that feels both familiar and fresh. Their debut single, ’Slip’ garnered over 10,000 streams across platforms and regular airplay on local radio. ‘Please’ and 'Mister', their latest has earned high praise and equivalent streams. This, alongside a steady program of live shows (35 + in 2025), local festival inclusions and major supports, is fuelling the rise of Navy June’s industry recognition and rapidly growing fanbase.

📍 From: Perth
🎵 Genre: Indie

Experience them live in Bridgetown as they join an incredible lineup of artists for a weekend celebrating music, community, and unforgettable performances.

🎟️ Stay tuned for more artist spotlights, festival news, and program announcements.
🔗 Tickets on sale now via link in our bio 🔗
See you in Bridgetown. 🎶

-southwest

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶Introducing The Steele Syndicate performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.The Steele Syndicate i...
01/09/2026

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Introducing The Steele Syndicate performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.
The Steele Syndicate is a Brisbane-based, funk-rock septet that is raucous and punchy, with a genre-bending sound that is guaranteed to get you up and moving. The band packs a roaring, three-piece horn section and a rhythm section to match, creating music from soulful, contemplative ballads to dance-inducing funk frenzies. Having just recorded their 2nd album, the band is much looking forward to a year full of new song releases.

This band is rock meets horns fusion, in a live extravaganza that will blow your proverbial socks off, and once the socks are off, your feet start burning because the dance floor is on fire. No backing track bull, just wall to wall real music, world class musicianship and an onslaught of anthemic funk rock goodness.

📍 From: Brisbane
🎵 Genre: Funk Rock

Experience them live in Bridgetown as they join an incredible lineup of artists for a weekend celebrating music, community, and unforgettable performances.

🎟️ Stay tuned for more artist spotlights, festival news, and program announcements.
🔗 Tickets on sale now via link in our bio 🔗
See you in Bridgetown. 🎶

-southwest

😎 **Want to be as cool as these kids?**The iconic **Bridgetown Blues plates are BACK!** 🎶🚗💙If you’ve been dreaming of cr...
31/08/2026

😎 **Want to be as cool as these kids?**

The iconic **Bridgetown Blues plates are BACK!** 🎶🚗💙

If you’ve been dreaming of cruising around town with a little Blues at Bridgetown flair, now’s your chance!

📧 **Interested?**
Email [email protected] to find out what’s available.

Go on… your car deserves a little bit of blues. 😉🎸

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶Introducing Natural Boogie performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.Natural Boogie is the blues ...
31/08/2026

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶
Introducing Natural Boogie performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.

Natural Boogie is the blues duo of Steven Keir (Chook) and Jorma Merilainen. Playing together for over eight years, they deliver raw, stripped-back blues driven by tight musicianship and genuine feel.

With two tours across Finland and Estonia under their belt, the duo performs mostly original material alongside a select few classic covers. Natural Boogie brings soul, groove, and authentic blues energy to every stage they play.

📍 From: Fremantle
🎵 Genre: Blues

Experience them live in Bridgetown as they join an incredible lineup of artists for a weekend celebrating music, community, and unforgettable performances.

🎟️ Stay tuned for more artist spotlights, festival news, and program announcements.
🔗 Tickets on sale now via link in our bio 🔗
See you in Bridgetown. 🎶

-southwest

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶Introducing Toby Beard performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.Toby Beard is a powerhouse singe...
29/08/2026

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶
Introducing Toby Beard performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.

Toby Beard is a powerhouse singer-songwriter from Western Australia, renowned for her soulful voice, magnetic stage presence, and emotionally charged performances. Blending folk, blues, roots, rock, and soul, Toby delivers shows that audiences don’t just hear — they feel. From intimate venues of 50 people to festival stages of 12,000, she commands attention with a rare combination of authenticity, energy, and storytelling.

With over two decades in the music industry, Toby has toured extensively across Australia, Europe, North America, and Canada, performing at major festivals including Summerfest (USA), Utah Pride Festival (USA), Kaslo Jazz Festival (Canada), Big Time Out Festival (Canada), Skagen Festival (Denmark), Bardentreffen (Germany), Zomerpodium Heemskerk (The Netherlands), Simmentaler Bier Fest (Switzerland), Bridgetown Blues Festival (WA, Australia), Mitchell Creek Rock & Blues Festival (QLD, Australia), and Forth Valley Blues Festival (Tasmania, Australia).

She has supported international and Australian icons such as Santana, Sheryl Crow, UB40, Gomez, John Butler Trio, Paul Kelly, The Indigo Girls, and Jimmy Barnes, and collaborated with acclaimed producers including Ryan Hadlock (The Lumineers, Vance Joy) and Carey Williams (Taj Mahal). Toby’s discography spans 11 albums, 2 live DVDs, and multiple EPs, reflecting her versatility and emotional depth. Her latest album, Here With Me, explores transformation, heartbreak, and hope, showcasing the fearless honesty that has become her signature.

Toby’s live performances have earned glowing media praise worldwide. German press described her at the Rosenheim Summer Festival opening for Carlos Santana as “an excellent support act, with palpable joy in playing and focus on the audience”, while Music Magazine noted her “charisma and strong dynamic, crafting several invigorating numbers”. X-Press Magazine highlighted her ability to command a room: “Passionate and fierce, Beard made every word, every strike of her guitar and every facial expression count.”

A career-defining moment came in July 2025 when Toby and her five-piece band opened for Carlos Santana in Germany, performing to 12,000 people. Santana personally invited Toby on stage for a full-circle moment that reflected her teenage dreams of performing on the world stage.

On and off stage, Toby forms a tight-knit unit with her band — a family of musicians known for their rich harmonies, infectious energy, and the ability to create powerful, unforgettable shows. Whether she’s playing a local pub in WA or a festival stage in Europe, Toby’s connection with her audience is immediate and profound.

Toby Beard is not just an artist — she is an experience. Emotionally raw, undeniably talented, and wholly authentic, she continues to inspire, connect, and shine, wherever the road may take her.

📍 From: Perth
🎵 Genre: Blues and Roots & Soul

Experience them live in Bridgetown as they join an incredible lineup of artists for a weekend celebrating music, community, and unforgettable performances.

🎟️ Stay tuned for more artist spotlights, festival news, and program announcements.
🔗 Tickets on sale now via link in our bio 🔗
See you in Bridgetown. 🎶

-southwest

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶Introducing Moondog Blues Band performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.Blues powerhouse Moondog...
28/08/2026

🎶 GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST 🎶
Introducing Moondog Blues Band performing at Blues at Bridgetown 2026.

Blues powerhouse Moondog performs solo as a one-man band or front-man of the Moondog Blues Band. He's a master of the blues harmonica and a formidable guitarist/ singer/ songwriter. He shares songs and stories of his many journeys into the heartland of the Blues, where he spent over 10 years exploring juke joints, speak easy and blues bar from Chicago through to St Louis, Memphis, Mississippi, New Orleans, Nashville and parts of Texas. In 2015 he represented Bridgetown Blues at the annual International Blues Challenge in Memphis TN and in 2016 he performed at Chicago Bluesfest in the Windy City Blues Society stage.

📍 From: New Zealand
🎵 Genre: Blues

Experience them live in Bridgetown as they join an incredible lineup of artists for a weekend celebrating music, community, and unforgettable performances.

🎟️ Stay tuned for more artist spotlights, festival news, and program announcements.
🔗 Tickets on sale now via link in our bio 🔗
See you in Bridgetown. 🎶

-southwest

27/08/2026

🎶 BLUES BYTES: MEET THE 2026 ARTISTS 🎶

Want to know a little more about the incredible artists joining us at Blues at Bridgetown 2026? 👀

Our latest Blues Bytes are here! Dive into the stories, sounds and inspiration behind some of this year’s artists and discover a few new favourites before November rolls around. 🎸

Whether you’re already counting down the days or still deciding who you need to see, there’s plenty to discover.

👉 Head to our website and check out the latest Blues Bytes — then start building your festival must-see list!

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now — link in bio.

📍 Bridgetown, WA
📅 13–15 November 2026

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