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Best "Dam" Blues Fest 2024

Best "Dam" Blues Fest 2024Best "Dam" Blues Fest 2024Best "Dam" Blues Fest 2024

Wisconsin's Premier 2-Day Blues Festival

Fri, Sept. 13th (3-10pm) & Saturday, Sep. 14th (3 - 10pm)

@ Thiensville Village Park

FREE ADMISSION!!!

Best "Dam" Blues Fest 2024

Best "Dam" Blues Fest 2024Best "Dam" Blues Fest 2024Best "Dam" Blues Fest 2024

Wisconsin's Premier 2-Day Blues Festival

Fri, Sept. 13th (3-10pm) & Saturday, Sep. 14th (3 - 10pm)

@ Thiensville Village Park

FREE ADMISSION!!!

2024 Schedule

Best "Dam" Blues Fest - Friday (9/13)

 FREE ADMISSION!!! - Gates Open @ 3:00pm


"RED ROCKET TALENT" - RIVER STAGE: 

  •  5:00PM to 6:30 PM: Tom Holland and the Shuffle Kings
  •  7:00 PM to 8:30  PM: Mud Morganfield
  • 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM: The Jay Stulo Band


"VILLAGE OF THIENSVILLE" - PAVILION STAGE:

  • 4 :00 PM to 5:00 PM  (and between sets) The Hungry Williams 

Best "Dam" Blues Fest - Saturday (9/14)

 FREE ADMISSION!!! -  Gates Open @ 3:00pm


 "RED ROCKET TALENT" - RIVER STAGE: 

  • 5:00 PM to 6:15 PM: Harrell 'Young 'Rell' Davenport 
  • 6:45 PM  to 8:15 PM:  Matthew Skoller's Chicago Wind featuring Precious Taylor
  • 8: 45 PM to 10:00 PM: Aaron Williams and the Hoodoo


"VILLAGE OF THIENSVILLE" - PAVILION STAGE:

  • 4:00 PM  to 5:00 PM (and between Sets) : Cameron Webb and The Market Blues Band


Stay tuned for more details and information about our musicians!

About our 2024 Lineup

The Hungry Williams

 The Hungry Williams blends swing, jump blues, and early rock ‘n’ roll to create a lively, danceable sound that captivates audiences. They open Best "Dam" Blues Fest at 4 PM on Friday, September 13th and also play between sets that night. Their music is designed to make you smile and get you moving !

Tom Holland and the Shuffle Kings

 Tom Holland & The Shuffle Kings, known for their authentic Chicago blues sound, is led by Tom Holland, who has shared the stage with blues legends like John Primer and James Cotton, contributing significantly to the blues community with his soulful performances and dedication to the genre. 

Mud Morganfield

 Mud Morganfield, eldest son of Muddy Waters, and a critically acclaimed artist in his own right. Mud Morganfield has several albums, including  “Son of a Seventh Son” (2012) which is critically acclaimed album features a mix of original songs and covers, highlighting Mud’s ability to carry on the Chicago blues tradition and  “For Pops: A Tribute to Muddy Waters” (2014) - A heartfelt tribute to his father, this album won a Blues Music Award for Traditional Blues Album. 

Jay Stulo

 Jay Stulo has been a prominent figure in the Wisconsin  blues scene since the late 1980s. He now leads the Jay Stulo Band, known for its high-energy performances that blend blues with rock-tinged hooks and powerful vocals.  

Cameron Webb

 Cameron Webb is an multifaceted artist and bandleader who performs traditional Blues, Jazz, and Soul music. Over the last couple years he has made a name for himself in several cities throughout the US including Atlanta, New York, Las Vegas, Milwaukee and Chicago. In the coming years, he hopes to continue bringing his music to larger and greater audiences and with his music share joy and love 

Harrell 'Young Rell'Davenport

 Harrell “Young Rell” Davenport,  a 17-year-old blues artist known for his soulful voice, expert guitar skills, and heartfelt harmonica playing. Despite his young age, he has already played at prestigious venues and festivals, earning praise from both purists and newcomers to the genre. 

Matthew Skoller’s Chicago Wind featuring Precious Taylor

  Matthew Skoller, a renowned blues harmonica player and vocalist, leads the band Chicago Wind, which features the talented vocalist Precious Taylor and is celebrated for its authentic Chicago blues sound. 

Aaron Williams and the Hoodoo

 Aaron Williams and the Hoodoo is a blues trio  from Madison, known for their energetic live shows and a unique blend of blues, roots, and rock,. The band received Grammy nominations in 2011 for “Blues Album of the Year” and "Best New Artist". They have also been recognized with multiple awards, including the WAMI Blues Artist of the Year in 2012 and several MAMA awards.  

About Us

Generous Sponsors

Become a Part of the Festival

Become a Part of the Festival

Currently seeking sponsors for our 2024 festival! 


Please email us at: info@bestdambluesfest.com


2024 Sponsor List:

- Red Rocket Talent Group

- Richmond Investments

- Gordie Boucher

- Suburban Motors - Thiensville

- Thiensville Volunteer Fire Department

- Foxtown Brewing 

- Postnet - Grafton 

- Canopies 

- PortaJohn 

- Tour Ozaukee  

- Piggly Wiggly - Mequon 

- Alligator Records 

 

Become a Part of the Festival

Become a Part of the Festival

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WE NEED YOUR HELP!


Want to volunteer at the festival? 


Please email us at: info@bestdambluesfest.com


Or Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B054BABA62EA6F49-48469988-best/37464960#/

What We Are About

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What We Are About

A volunteer-run festival where 100% of proceeds go to charities - our event will benefit:


- Thiensville Village Park Reimagined

- Thiensville Volunteer Fire Department

- Wisconsin Blues Music Hall of Fame

2024 Sponorship opportunities:

Wanna be a part of the action in 2024?

Call Traci Cane @ 262-617-2905 or email @ TraciCainRKE@gmail.com

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headliners from years past

BDBF 2023:

LIL'ED & THE BLUES IMPERIALS  •  DKIERAN HARREL  •  LEROY AIRMASTER FEAT. JUNIOR BRANTLEY  • THE WILSON FAMILY BAND • REVEREND RAVEN & THE CHAIN SMOKIN' ALTAR BOYS • MIGHTY MISS ERICA & THE SOUND PRODUCTION • PIERRE LEE'S MILWAKEE ALL-STAR BAND • BILLY FLYNN • WESTSIDE ANDY • STEHPEN HULL • PAUL STILIN • GERVIS MYLES •  ANDREW ALLI • STEVE VONDERHAAR • SHUGA BLU • THE RIVERSIDE REVIVAL • CAMERON WEBB & THE MARKE BLUE BAND • ASHESH DANGOL "THE HIMALAYAN HENDRIX" & THE BLUES DISCIPLES

BDBF 2022:

THE BEL AIRS • JOHN PRIMER & THE REAL DEAL BLUES BAND • THE CASHBOX KINGS • THE IVY FORD & STEPHEN HULL EXPERIENCE • BILLY FLYNN'S BLUES REVIEW FEAT. WILLIE BUCK • MILWAUKEE SLIM • JAMAIAH ROGERS BAND • MISGHTY MISS ERICA & THE SOUND PRODUCTION • REVEREND RAVEN & THE CHAIN SMOKIN' ALTAR BOYS • CAMERON WEBB & THE MARKE BLUES BAND • OMAR COLEMAN • MATTHEW SKOLLER • STEVE COHEN • BIG AL DORN • STEVE BELL  • JIM SCHWARZ • STEVE COHEN & THE BLUES DISCIPLES

BDBF 2021:

TORONZO CANNON & THE CHICAGO WAY  • THE KOCH-MARSHALL TRIO • ALTERED 5 BLUES BAND • JOANNA CONNOR BAND • THE JIMMYS • THE STEPHEN HULL EXPERIENCE • PIERRE "MISTER UNTOUCHABLE" LEE • THE IVY FORD BAND • CAMERON WEBB & THE MARKE BLUES BAND • STEVE COHEN • JIM SCHWARZ • BIG AL DORN • BENNY RICKUN & THE BLUES DISCIPLES

Photo Gallery - 2023 - Photo Credit: Levi Stair

    Video Gallery - 2022

    BDBF 2022

    Fantastic drone and video footage of 2022!

    Behind the Scenes - 2022

    Thank You - 2022

    To all of our Sponsors, Volunteers, Attendees and Vendors! See you in 2023!

    Photo Gallery - 2022 - Photo Credit: Levi Stair

      Photo Gallery - 2021 - Photo Credit: Anthony Giacomino


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