RBC Bluesfest hits another one out of the park
Ottawa’s Lebreton Flats was the hottest place to be on Saturday night as an eclectic mix of musical talent performed across five stages on the lawns of the Canadian War Museum. Last night saw a different crowd as the mosh pit of younger, sweaty bodies from the previous two nights transitioned to a civilised expanse […]
RBC Bluesfest kicks off with a little bit of country and a whole lot of Rock and Roll
Sunshine and hot temperatures welcomed fans to LeBreton Flatts in Ottawa as RBC Bluesfest kicked off it’s 2023 edition with large crowds for an opening night of country featuring Lindsay Ell and Shania Twain and a night of pure rock and roll featuring Billy Talent and Weezer.
RBC Bluesfest unveils much anticipated lineup for summer of 2023
OTTAWA – Wednesday, February 22, 2023 RBC Bluesfest organizers today announced one of their best lineups ever. Featured acts on the mainstage include Shania Twain (July 6); Weezer (July 7); Robert Plant & Alison Krauss (July 8); Death Cab for Cutie (July 9); Foo Fighters (July 12); Mumford & Sons (July 13); Charlotte Cardin (July […]
RBC Ottawa Bluesfest Back with a Bang on Day One!
RBC Ottawa Bluesfest gave its long-waiting faithful what they’ve been waiting for for years with a return to Lebreton Flats and a jam packed night of entertaining performances.
Luke Combs to join 2022 RBC Bluesfest lineup
Following a sell-out show at the Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, RBC Bluesfest organizers are pleased to announce country music superstar Luke Combs will perform at the iconic Ottawa festival on July 9, 2022.
RBC Bluesfest postponed, again, Rage Against the Machine confirmed for 2022
A statement from RBC Bluesfest executive director Mark Monahan
#CanadaPerforms at RBC Bluesfest Drive-In
This summer, a diverse range of emerging and established Canadian artists and bands—including Sam Roberts Band, Marie-Mai, Patrick Watson, and Tim Hicks—will perform live concerts at the Place des Festivals, Zibi site. People will be able to drive in and watch live performances from their vehicles, respecting distancing measures in place at that time. June […]
Rage Against the Machine announce Public Service Announcement world tour
RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE has announced a 40-date world tour. The 40-date run includes 8 Canadian stops which, in itself, is a rarity, so far this year, with most major tours only stopping in Toronto. Out of the 8 Canadian stops 2 major festival dates were announced today RBC Bluesfest July 17 and Festival d’été […]
First 5 acts announced for RBC Bluesfest 2020
RBC Bluesfest organizers today announced five preliminary acts to be featured at the 2020 edition of the festival.
Snoop Dogg and Wu Tang Clan keep the beat going at RBC Bluesfest
The second last night of RBC Bluesfest was the night that was hit hardest by mother nature over the course of the 2019 event. Thunderstorms threatened to derail the entire night, ended up cutting K’Naan’s set short but, once again, she ran out of steam with enough time left to squeeze in the remaining acts […]