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Agnes Blues Roots & Rock Festival 2025 - LINE UP!

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SOULFUL SONGS: GET SHIVERS WITH PIPER BUTCHER AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

Commanding audiences with soulful tones and an engrossing stage presence, Piper Butcher always delivers the shivers. Hailing from the Hunter, Piper has paved her music pathway by supporting acts including Robben Ford (US), Ryan McMullan (UK), Kasey Chambers, Nathan Cavaleri, GRAACE, Ash Grunwald, Tori Forsyth, Kav Temperely (Eskimo Joe), Casey Donovan, You Am I, Karise Eden, Diesel and many more.

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DYNAMIC DISCOVERY: ALEX KOSENKO TO SMOKE UP #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

Alex Kosenko is an independent traveling artist from Brisbane, Australia with a music style best described as a unique mix of Australian Folk and Blues Rock, accompanied by an inventive electric sound. His one-man band performances include a thumping kick drum and tambourine, howling harmonica solos, bluesy acoustic-electric guitar and soul driven vocals.

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STIRRING SOUNDS: JOURNEY WITH BRET MOSLEY AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

Texas-born, NYC-made Bret Mosley is a singular artist who blends Americana, blues, and soulful folk into a uniquely potent sound that is introspective, raw, and emotional, Mosley’s stirring vocals, intricate lap slide guitar work, and stomping groove deliver deeply personal and poetic songwriting that explores the complexities of love, longing, belonging and the crux of the human adventure.

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FUNKED UP: TASTY GROOVES WITH BURGER JOINT AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

With songs about dogs at the beach, Chicken Parmy’s, getting paid, just being yourself and the importance of not just getting a beer for yourself when it’s your shout, Burger Joint really are the people’s band. Whether it’s their hard-hitting song lyrics or the fattest, funkiest tunes you’ve ever heard getting you on the dance floor, one thing is certain that this is where you’ll meet your new best mates.

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POWER & PASSION: AUGUST RIVER BAND TO CAPTIVATE #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

An outfit with nothing to prove, August River Band offers a wild and beautifully juxtaposed chemistry between the tortured singer-songwriter, the classically trained violinist and the hard-hitting rock and roll drummer, across Folk Rock, Roots Rock N’ Roll and Alternative/Indie Rock. A cinematic lyrical noir journey, with dark tales full of imagery from a lost Cohen Bros script, odd-time metal riffs played on acoustic guitars, soaring, and swooning classical violin layers underpinned by heavy dub rock basslines, harmonies and a heavy dose of poetic romance.

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EARTHY EXPERIENCE: SOAR WITH SOULFUL STU #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

Stu Harcourt has been a solo touring artist for over 3 decades, performing all over Australia and internationally. During that time, he has amassed 10 releases to his credit. Stu’s toasty warm vocals and at times burning guitar work are all grounded with some soulful didgeridoo, creating an earthy experience in good humour as he embraces life through music. An earthy, heart-warming experience in humour and music on the patio of life that you’ll never forget!

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RAMBUNCTIOUS RHYTHMS: DAVID FLOWER TO GROOVE #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

David Flower is a singer-songwriter and musician from the East Coast of Australia; playing progressive roots, folk funk and blues. Known for spirited and engaging performances, filling dance floors with his trademark acoustic guitar feels and dynamic rich vocals. From solo to full band, David Flower’s live shows are uplifting and brimming with atmosphere playing progressive roots, boogie blues, funk and reggae, making for an acoustically groovy show rich in rhythm and soul. The energy is contagious!

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POTENT BREW: PLAY WITH CHECKERBOARD LOUNGE AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

Dynamite legends Checkerboard Lounge reinvent the music with authenticity and currency, appealing to old and new fans. From standing ovations at festivals to crammed inner Melbourne pubs, Checkerboard are a tour-de-force and no two shows are ever the same, bringing the audience along on an improvisational journey through their heart and feet.

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POWERHOUSE VIRTUOSO: LECIA LOUISE TO ELECTRIFY #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

The electric energy of Agnes Blues Roots and Rock Festival 2025 is really ramping up, with powerhouse female artist Lecia Louise set to rock the Marquee Stage and make a special encore appearance on the Discovery Stage for the first time in February.

From rock to blues to Americana and soul, the internationally acclaimed Lecia Louise embraces her musical diversity with accomplished virtuosity, not only as a guitarist but also as a singer-songwriter.

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STIRRING SONGBIRD: MAHOOD TO MESMERISE #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

Blending folk stylings and country storytelling, Kate Mahood’s songs portray an honesty and vulnerability that resonate deeply with her listeners. Heartfelt and often haunting lyrics coupled with stirring vocals and beautifully crafted guitar melodies, give Mahood a unique and original sound that is truly her own.

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REVVED UP:  RAINING ROSES READY TO RELOAD AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

With driving-force singer-songwriter Sophie-Rose Blackman leading from out front, popular Rockhampton Based 4-piece rock/pop band Raining Roses perform their extensive repertoire of original music and well known covers across Queensland. The band members all have over 15+ years of performing experience and a sound that has evolved from country/blues to more alternative rock and pop influences recently. These young guns really are the cream of Queensland’s music crop.

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ROCK TRIP: JOURNEY DOWN MURPHY ROAD AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

Agnes Water’s very own Murphy Road are gearing up to take the Agnes Blues Roots & Rock Festival Marquee Stage on a rocking journey in February 2025. Birthed locally in Agnes Water, their high-energy blues-rock is inspired by legends and driven by passion. The diverse backgrounds of Bryan Williams and Tina Sanderson at the heart of this rocking outfit combine to create an equally diverse, unique sound. You can’t afford to miss their music-making magic!

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MIGHTY FINE: TWO TEARS IN A BUCKET AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

Two Tears In A Bucket are one of the finest home-grown music acts you’ll ever encounter. #AgnesBluesFest can’t wait to welcome these mighty fine artists back to step up to the main Marquee Stage in February, after their stellar performance last year on the more intimate Discovery Stage. This will be a high-energy blues experience you’ll never forget!

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IN THE HOUSE: JUKE JOINT WILL BE JUMPING #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025

JUKE JOINT are getting ready to jump in Southern blues style at the Agnes Blues Roots & Rock Festival in February 2025. This rocking 4 piece blues band love nothing more than smashing out their own brand of bourbon-soaked blues, so you’d better get the drinks on ice, you’re going to need cooling down after their set!

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SONIC INFERNO: THE SUNBEARS SET TO ERUPT AT THE #AGNESBLUESFEST 2025!

The Agnes Blues, Roots, and Rock Festival 2025 is turning up the heat with an electrifying lineup, and this year’s main Marquee Stage is sure to sizzle with the addition of The SunBears. Known for their high-octane performances, The SunBears are primed to deliver an unforgettable show on the Saturday afternoon on day 2 of this 3 day music marathon!

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OTIS NAMRELL SET TO REIGNITE THE #AGNESBLUESFEST STAGE IN 2025!

Regular #AgnesBluesFest ticket holders will remember the high energy and high impact performance in 2023 by Otis Namrell and Jack Blandford on the Sunday afternoon in the Main Marquee Stage. As Agnes Blue, they were crowd favourites in 2023 and then went on to share more music at a local Sport & Recreation Club jam after the festival. Their whole 2023 set and visit to Agnes Water & 1770 was a memorable one!

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OUT OF THIS WORLD SATELLITE EVENTS

Additional SATELLITE EVENTS will extend the existing #AgnesBluesFest program before and after the main event next weekend at four local host venues across the picturesque coastal twin town of Agnes Water-1770 as well as Captain Creek. This additional program will showcase even more fantastic entertainment to live music lovers, which will also support the good

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DANCE TILL YOU DROP WITH GROOVE THEATRE!

Get ready to dance with Agnes Water-1770’s very own feel-good funksters, Groove Theatre! Influenced by old school blues, rock, and pop, they’re fused with a whole lotta love and heart. Catch them on the Discovery Stage 11.15am-12 noon this Saturday 18 February!

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GOOD VIBES WITH RUSTIC ROOTS AT #AGNESBLUESFEST IN 2023

Founded in 2012, free-spirited Discovery Coast-based folk duo Rustic Roots are multi-instrumentalists Sharnie J and Timmy T. They’re getting ready to rumble and take #AgnesBluesFest 2023 on a lyrical journey through dreams, the circus of life and getting in touch with your inner hobo. These friendly, fun-loving story tellers connect through positive-energy music and their

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JOE MAN MURPHY TO DOUBLE UP AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Irish born Folk/Blues & Roots artist, Joe Man Murphy now calls Australia home and is beloved of many in the Australian Folk Festival community. As well as performing on the Marquee Stage, Joe is also set to perform on the more intimate Discovery Stage at #AgnesBluesFest in 2023. A true singer-songwriter and storyteller, Joe draws

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POWERFUL VIBES WITH GYPSY SOUL AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

As well as performing in full Gypsy Soldiers band format on the #AgnesBluesFest Marquee Stage, backbone of the band Natasha Hardiman and Patrick Gill will also close out the Discovery Stage in 2023 as the Gypsy Soul duo. After wandering the earth, Natasha found Patrick, full of soul. Their unique talents combined to create an

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KAREN THOMSEN TO INSPIRE AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Karen Thomsen is not just a singer but a storyteller; a woman who has lived life and experienced the best and worst of what the universe has to offer. Based in Scotchy Pocket just north of Gympie in Queensland, Karen lives in a rural setting mainly tucked away from the hustle and bustle of suburban

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DISCOVER ROCK CHICK GEORGIA-LEE AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

#AgnesBluesFest loves the ladies and one of their fabulous female artists in 2023 will be none other than Agnes Water’s ‘very own rock chick’ Georgia-Lee, a passionate singer-songwriter and guitarist. Playing guitar and singing locally gave Georgia-Lee the ‘rock chick’ nickname and the opportunity to perform and develop her original music. Georgia-Lee performed in October

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RIDE THE ROCK TRAIN WITH RAILMOTOR AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Railmotor are a surf swamp blues band who perform in duo format right up to full 5-piece band sets. #AgnesBluesFest are excited to be welcoming the powerhouse two-piece talents of Glenn Walker (aka Johnny Railmotor) and Tave Bragg (aka Billy Railmotor) to the Discovery Stage in 2023 for the very first time. Hailing from Adelaide,

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DISCOVER CHRIS DINGLEY AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Originating from Bundaberg, Chris Dingley has always had a passion for music, backed up by playing and performing skills that come from years of hard work, passion and practice. #AgnesBluesFest is delighted to be welcoming his talents to the Discovery Stage in 2023. Chris’ engagement with music began in Year 3 through his school’s classical

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RUBY COME BACK TO MAKE #AGNESBLUESFEST DEBUT IN 2023

Central Queensland based singer-songwriter husband and wife duo Pablo and Jayne Centurion are set to make their #AgnesBluesFest debut performing as Ruby Come Back on the Discovery Stage in 2023. Ruby Come Back was formed after the 2011 floods as a 2-piece acoustic blues folk outfit. Both multi- instrumentalists, Pablo and Jayne write and arrange

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FRANKIE J HOLDEN (OAM) TO PERFORM AND MC AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Australian entertainment legend Frankie J Holden (OAM) has been confirmed as MC and will also perform a very special set on the #AgnesBluesFest main Marquee Stage in 2023. As well as MC’ing the Marquee Stage at #AgnesBluesFest, Frankie J will be teaming up for a very special live performance with seasoned performer Ricki Wood from

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DISCOVER MAYNARD HEAP AT #AGNESBLUESFEST IN 2023

Maynard Heap is a versatile singer-songwriter who shares his diverse range of songs on guitar and harmonica. #AgnesBluesFest is delighted to be welcoming his talents to the Discovery Stage in February 2023 and to the next Rhythms @ Rusty’s event at the 1770 Rusty Pelican on Saturday 17 December 2022. Maynard’s distinctive, self-taught style has

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MARK PORTER TO BRING BACK HIS BLUES TO #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Mark Porter will be bringing his earthy style of blues back to #AgnesBluesFest in 2023. Mark is a third-generation musician influenced by the early music out of America’s Deep South. His renditions are raw as the early blues roots of those times, delivered with powerful vocals, acoustic and dobro slide guitars backed by a stomp

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TALEENA PECK TO INDIE-ROCK #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Taleena Peck are getting ready to rock #AgnesBluesFest for the first time in 2023. Founded in Brisbane, Taleena Peck are a two-piece indie rock act consisting of Taleena Peck and Luke Martin. With a vintage pop-meets-rock sound and no holds barred lyricism, this in-sync pair has spent the last few years frequenting Australia’s east coast

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JACKSON DUNN TO PACK A PUNCH AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

One-man dynamo Jackson Dunn (aka ‘El Mariachi’) will be packing a big punch on the #AgnesBluesFestDiscovery Stage in February 2023. In a life spent on the road, this touring machine leaves no stone unturned in a quest to share his uniquestyle of guitar work. With lightning-speed strumming, beer bottle slide guitar and thumping foot-stomp,Jackson’s shows

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JOURNEY DOWN MURPHY ROAD AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Birthed right here in Agnes Water, Murphy Road are blues-rock performers inspired by legends and driven by passion. Bryan Williams is a true musician with a history spanning decades, playing venues across Sydney, Canberra and more. A skilled artist, he flows effortlessly from classic rock and blues, to intricate jazz, and sensitive ballads. After a

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KATE MAHOOD TO CAPTIVATE AT #AGNESBLUESEST 2023

Following on from her captivating performance at #AgnesBluesFest in 2020, Central Queensland’s own songbird Kate Mahood will be returning to light up the Discovery Stage again in 2023. Blending folk stylings and country story-telling, Kate’s songs showcase her unique vocals and beautifully crafted guitar melodies. With heartfelt and often haunting lyrics, she portrays an honesty

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JOSEPH BROWN TO MAKE HIS #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023 DEBUT

#AgnesBluesFest is delighted to be welcoming the solo talents of Joseph Brown for the first time as the opening Discovery Stage act in 2023. Born in NZ, Wairoa, raised in Darwin NT and developed in Burleigh on the Gold Coast, Joseph Brown entered the music scene a decade ago by starting off busking cold streets

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KAYCEE TO CAPTIVATE AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Following on from a captivating performance in 2020, Brisbane-based singer-songwriter Kaycee Morgan will return to mesmerise the #AgnesBluesFest Discovery Stage in 2023. Throughout her career, Kaycee has been a frequent performer at the Gladstone Harbour Festival, Under the Trees Festival, the RAW Artists Showcase and with Gladstone-based outfit The Bucket List Band. Citing her influences

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DOUBLE UP AND DISCOVER ORIGINAL MUSIC AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

The 2023 Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival will sizzle next summer with double the music fun and thereturn of the supporting Discovery Stage. Designed to complement the Marquee Stage program within the vibrant Festival precinct at the 1770 SES Grounds, the Discovery Stage is going from strength to strength moving into its third year

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FEEL THE FIRE WITH BRITTANY ELISE AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Brittany Elise will be firing up with her full band on the main Marquee Stage at #AgnesBluesFest 2023. This vibrant country-pop artist is quickly making her mark in the music scene with her electric performances, powerhouse vocals and thirst for creativity embedded in her catchy new releases. In 2022, Brittany Elise was crowned the Gympie

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A SOULFUL REVOLUTION AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Get ready for a soulful revolution of love with Festival circuit favourites Gypsy Soldiers at #AgnesBluesFest 2023. With singer songwriters and multi-instrumentalists Patrick Gill and Natasha Hardiman at the beating heart of their unique, magical energy, Gypsy Soldiers revolve from duo to full band format, joined on stage this year by Sharon Vanderberg, Timmy Way,

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TAKE A TJ CARTER TRIP AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

TJ Carter is BACK with a few new tricks up his sleeve, namely, a BAND, in an exciting level-up from his pre-pandemic ‘one man band’ days. TJ has now teamed up with highly regarded Sunshine Coast musicians Andrew Canessa (bass) and Patrick Isles (drums). The trio lock in like they’ve played for years, but maintain

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MELBOURNE-BASED AGNES BLUE TO ROCK #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Blending indie and garage rock music and entwining a shared passion and deep love of blues music, 2-piece Melbourne-based act Agnes Blue creates music for listeners who like an array of music genres woven together and are not necessarily always happy listening to the same styles. Not conforming to a single sound and looking to

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BOBBY LONGSTAFF TO PERFORM AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Rarely do you meet an earthy and engaging storyteller with a stunning singing voice who is also a multi- instrumentalist, brilliant exponent of the guitar and has the ability to light up an audience with his wit. A New Zealand born, Australian bred, Berlin based Pop/Soul/Blues musician, globetrotter and adventurer, Bobby Longstaff has a style

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PARTY WITH THE DILLION JAMES BAND AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

In the words of his own lyrics, Dillion James feels ‘a party coming on’, so get ready to funk at #AgnesBluesFest 2023. Dillion James brings a party-starting boogie and funky vibe that transports his audience to a time and space where the rigmarole of everyday life can easily be forgotten. His foot stompin’, butt swingin’

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ELECTRIFY WITH HUSSY HICKS AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Hussy Hicks will return to light up #AgnesBluesFest in 2023 after their electrifying Marquee Stage performances in 2020. Critically acclaimed Australian act Hussy Hicks are a tour de force, featuring Leesa Gentz’ powerhouse soul vocals and Julz Parker’s revered guitar skills. Straddling the line between Folk, Blues, Country, and Roots, Hussy Hicks have earned themselves

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BUSBY MAROU TO HEADLINE #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Due to scheduling challenges that have arisen for Vika & Linda, our 2023 AgnesBluesFest has a change of Headliner. The party in paradise will rock on with Busby Marou now getting ready to rumble the main stage! Multi-award winners and chart-toppers Busby Marou are fast becoming a National Australian Treasure. AgnesBluesFest can’t wait to welcome

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RIDE THE WAVES WITH 7 WHALES AT #AGNESBLUESFEST2023

Get ready to ride some waves with 7 Whales in Moscow at AgnesBluesFest in February 2023. 7 Whales in Moscow is a local Gladstone Region outfit rocking out original music and covers of popular Aussie Rock songs from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s. There’s always new material waiting in the wings to delight their audiences. Band

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GET IN THE GROOVE WITH 1770SUPERJAM AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Get ready for plenty of unique groovy vibes from 1770superjam at #AgnesBluesFest 2023. 1770superjam began purely as an excuse to get together and jam out the tastiest, funkiest, most influential music without any boundaries within genres. Organic and off the cuff, their grooves combine a love of music in all shades and colours in DJ

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CHRIS BAX BAND READY TO ROCK #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Chris Bax has been a consistent regular on the Central Queensland music scene for over 10 years, delivering professional, memorable performances every time he takes to the microphone. His song-writing takes listeners on an individual journey as they relate their own experiences to the stories. Honing his craft through years of playing local venues and

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RAINING ROSES TO OPEN #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

After their Discovery Stage debut as a duo in 2020 at #AgnesBluesFest, husband and wife creative couple Sophie & Damien Blackman now also perform as a 3-piece with drummer Nikolai Grillmeier. This up-and-coming Central Queensland-based rock-pop band is stepping up to another level and can’t wait to open #AgnesBluesFest on the main Marquee Stage in

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DEVIL’S KIOSK SET TO SIZZLE AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Devil’s Kiosk are set to sizzle for the love of blues at #AgnesBluesFest in February 2023. With a heavy blues foundation and raucous blend of boogie and burning blues, driven by the twin peaks of singer/dynamic harp player Jamie Symon (2013-2015 Hohner Golden Harmonica champion) their sound derives from elements of the earthy sounds of

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AIMING FOR THE 8 BALL AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

He’s BACK! Festival favourite 8 Ball Aitken returns to rock #AgnesBluesFest in 2023 with his sensational live show. This high energy swamp-blues-rocker has toured the world for more than a decade, performing across twenty countries to date; earning a loyal fanbase from his live shows and internet videos while paying his dues as a singer,

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COMING ROUND THE MOUNTAIN AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Get ready to dance till you drop at #AgnesBlueFest 17-19 Feb 2023 with the return of the irresistible Round Mountain Girls to our main Marquee Stage! Coined as the ‘finest purveyors of Celtabillypunkfolkrootsgrass in the Southern Hemisphere’ and ‘heavy metal folk’, they’ll take you to places you didn’t know existed with all of the raw

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LINC PHELPS – #AGNESBLUESFEST’S NEXT BEST THING

We’re super excited to confirm that Linc Phelps & The Next Thing will be bringing rock star swagger to the #AgnesBluesFest main Marquee Stage in 2023!  Wearing his heart on his sleeve and with a commanding voice prevailing over a solid blues feel and powerful words ringing with the truth, you won’t want to miss Linc’s

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JUMP AND JIVE WITH DEZZIE D AND THE STINGRAYS AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Combining onstage presence, energy and power-house performances, Dezzie D and The Stingrayz are set to get #AgnesBluesFest audiences jumping out of their skin and transported back to the era of 40’s and 50’s Rhythm & Blues, Jazz, Jump, Swing and American Juke Joint Halls’. Formed with the passion of the early Rhythm and Blues music

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GET READY TO MAN UP AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

Our second confirmed artist for 2023 is @Joe Man Murphy! Blending Irish-born roots with experiences from Australia that he now calls home, this connective multi-instrumentalist captivates with stories from a life well lived, charming vocals, a thumping sound and multi-instrumental wizardry on guitar, uke and banjo.  Joe’s beautiful new single ‘At Night She Dreams’ with his very own

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FEEL THE FORCE OF OLIVIA RUTH AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2023

We can now confirm our first, fabulous artist for #AgnesBluesFest 2023 – it’s powerhouse crowd fave @Olivia Ruth!  A musical force to be reckoned with, this popular band’s distinctive rock-infused, bluesy sound is a product of Olivia’s dynamic and unique vocals, impressively-crafted original songs and tight, solid group of musicians passionate about their music.  Brace your ears

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Facebook & New Lineup Update!

Gee wiz what a 24 hours …. whilst we negotiate with Mark Zuckerberg about our Facebook page, for regular updates follow us on Instagram (CLICK HERE) Due to our unavoidable late line-up change, with Killing Heidi unable to make it to Queensland from Victoria this weekend due to ongoing border restrictions…we can now confirm that

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2021 Line Up: 4 String Phil

4STRING PHIL TO THRILL #AGNESBLUESFEST 4String Phil is all set to thrill the #AgnesBluesFest main Marquee Stage in just a few weeks, with his original sounds and tunes; in his own words, “keeping it simple, keeping it real”. With a glue bucket to punch out a stompin’ kicking beat, a 4-string cigar box and modified

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2021 Line Up: August River Band

AUGUST RIVER BAND TO INTOXICATE AT #AGNESBLUESFEST Punchy Brisbane based trio August River Band are set to light up the main Marquee Stage at #AgnesBluesFest in just a few weeks’ time with their intoxicating show. They’re super keen to get jamming love and colour into the Festival with a juxtaposed fusion of genre-bending sounds that

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2021 Line Up: Blues Arcadia

BLUES ARCADIA SET TO SWAGGER AT #AGNESBLUESFEST Blues Arcadia combines the legendary soul of Stax and Motown with the heat and power of the Chicago and Memphis blues to create a unique, dirty-soul sound delivered with swagger, style and sensitivity. They’re ready to rumble the main Marquee Stage at #AgnesBluesFest in just a few weeks’

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2021 Line Up: Karl S Williams

KARL S WILLIAMS SET TO SOAR AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2021 #AgnesBluesFest is incredibly excited to be welcoming Karl S Williams to their main Marquee Stage in February, from the cane country of Northern NSW, steeped in swamp water and primitive music. Karl’s songs are a distillation of life, love and the human condition; a kind of

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2021 Line Up: Shen Panthers

INDIE ROCK WITH THE SHENNIES AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2021 Based in Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast indie surf rockers Shen Panthers will make their debut on the main #AgnesBluesFest 2021 Marquee Stage in February with their tidy mix of delicate, echoing rhythms blended with driving leads, punchy drums and bass. The formation of the band during the

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2021 Line Up: Salt & Steel

SALT & STEEL SET TO FIRE UP #AGNESBLUESFEST 2021 Get ready for the fire, flare and wild, stormy ride of Salt & Steel, fusing rock and roots to inspire and empower with their unique sound and contagious energy. Opening for Wolfmother and Phil Jamieson (Grinspoon) as well as sharing other stellar line-ups with You Am

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2021 Line Up: Kelly Brouhaha

KELLY BROUHAHA TO DEBUT AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2021 No-nonsense firebrand and multi-instrumentalist Kelly Brouhaha will make her debut on the main Marque Stage at #AgnesBluesFest 2021. Fed up with what society dictated as success and disillusioned by a consumer society, Brouhaha sold her material possessions to follow a passion for travel, camping and a good cup

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2021 Line Up: The Hillbilly Goats

BATTEN DOWN YER BRITCHES – THE HILLBILLY GOATS ARE BACK FOR #AGNESBLUESFEST 2021 Kick Yer Shoes off, Put Yer Hoe Down & Hang on to Yer Britches!!! The Hillbilly Goats are back in town for #AgnesBluesFest 2021. Festival favourites, Golden Fiddle Recipients and four-time “Bluegrass” Golden Guitar finalists, The Hillbilly Goats strip back the layers

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2021 Line Up: Olivia Ruth

OLIVIA RUTH RETURNS TO CAPTIVATE #AGNESBLUESFEST 2021 Powerhouse crowd favourite Olivia Ruth are back to surprise, captivate and rock the Marquee Stage at #AgnesBluesFest2021. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Olivia Ruth are fast becoming the name on every music lover’s lips. A musical force to be reckoned with, their distinctive rock-infused sound is a product

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Line Up 2021: Ben Brady

SUMMER HOTS UP WITH BEN BRADY TO PERFORM AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2021 Summer is hotting up in more ways than one, with #AgnesBluesFest delighted to be welcoming Festival favourite Ben Brady back to its main Marquee Stage in February. Ben Brady lives for busking, performing and writing songs. He has found his own unique sound and

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Line Up 2021: Murphy Road

ROCK ON DOWN TO MURPHY ROAD AT #AGNESBLUESFEST2021 Forget rocking on down to Electric Avenue! Murphy Road will be your next best address when they debut on the Marquee Stage at #AgnesBluesFest 2021. Agnes Water’s very own Murphy Road is a duo combining the talents of Bryan Williams on guitar and Tina Sanderson on vocals.

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Line Up 2021: Gypsy Rumble

THEY’RE BACK! GET READY TO GYPSYRUMBLE AGAIN AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2021 Following their high-energy, infectious performances and an engaging, inspiring instrumental workshop at #AgnesBluesFest 2020, GypsyRumble return to ignite the Marquee Stage in 2021. Heralded as ‘Australia’s quirkiest and possibly only ukulele-based bluegrass/reggae/folk band, GypsyRumble has its roots in Celtic, world music and bush dance traditions.

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Kate Mahood 2021 Line Up

Line Up 2021: Kate Mahood

KATE MAHOOD RETURNS TO CAPTIVATE #AGNESBLUESFEST 2021 Following on from her captivating performance on the inaugural emerging/original artists’ Discovery Stage at #AgnesBluesFest last year, Central Queensland’s own songbird Kate Mahood will be returning to light up the main Marquee Stage in Feb 2021. Blending folk stylings and country story-telling, Kate’s songs showcase her unique vocals

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Line Up 2021: Hat Fitz & Cara

HAT FITZ & CARA ARE BACK FOR #AGNESBLUESFEST 2021 High-energy duo Hat Fitz & Cara, among Australia’s most talented roots music artists, will be bringing their high energy and soulful tunes back to the #AgnesBluesFest Marquee Stage in Feb 2021. The husband and wife team have clocked up over a decade of worldwide touring, Festival

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Hayley Marsten

Line Up 2021: Hayley Marsten

HAYLEY MARSTEN TO SPARKLE AND SASS AT #AGNESBLUESFEST 2021 Currently based in Brisbane, Gladstone’s own Hayley Marsten is coming home in February to perform with her full band for the first time on the #AgnesBluesFest Marquee Stage. Equal parts sass and sincerity, Hayley wears her heart on her rhinestone-studded sleeve. Hayley began building appreciative audiences

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Line Up 2021: 8 BALL AITKEN

He’s Back! Australian-born, Nashville, Tennessee-based, singer, songwriter, slide guitar player and festival favourite, 8 Ball Aitken returns to grace the #AgnesBluesFest Marquee Stage with his sensational live show. For more than a decade, blues-rocker 8 Ball Aitken has toured the world, performing his swampy, slide guitar-driven songs at more than 200 gigs each year. His

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Tex Perkins onstage at the 2020 Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival.
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Lily and King onstage at the 2020 Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival.
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8 Ball Aitken at the 2020 Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival.
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Olivia Ruth performing at the 2020 Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival.
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Getting To 1770/Agnes Water

Visit the VisitAgnes1770.com.au website for all the information on how to get here.

Getting To The Festival Grounds

The Festival is taking place at the 1770 SES Grounds.

Staying In 1770/Agnes Water

Visit the VisitAgnes1770.com.au website for all the information on staying here.
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