Ottawa Bluesfest Ottawa Tickets - Lebreton Flats

Tyler Shaw

6 concerts

Canadian pop artist/producer/actor; 10 top‑10 singles; JUNO‑nominated. Viral “Love You Still (abcdefu)” hit: 140M streams, 6B TikTok views; Platinum Canada. Toured w/ Selena Gomez; opened for Shawn Mendes & Alessia Cara.

Garret T. Willie

1 concert

Born in Alert Bay, BC, Garret T. Willie blends blues and rock with raw energy. Known for hits from albums like *Bill’s Café*, he’s toured with legends like Joe Bonamassa.

Josh Ross

28 concerts

Ontario-born, Nashville-based country singer Josh Ross: JUNO-winning EP Complicated; “Trouble” hit #1, Double Platinum Canada/US Gold; 5 radio #1s; wrote w/ Ashley Gorley & Ryan Hurd.

Mt. Joy

34 concerts

Mt. Joy, formed in 2016, is an indie rock band known for energetic performances and hits like "Silver Lining." They've toured extensively, sold out venues like Madison Square Garden, and gained acclaim with albums like "Mt. Joy" and "Rearrange Us."

Tyler Childers

15 concerts

Tyler Childers is a Grammy-winning American country singer-songwriter from Kentucky, known for blending neotraditional country, bluegrass, folk, and honky-tonk with recent forays into experimental rock and gospel. His breakthrough album, Purgatory (2017), established his raw vocals and powerful storytelling. Notable hits include "Feathered Indians" and "All Your'n." He released his seventh studio album, Snipe Hunter, in July 2025, and won a Grammy for Best Country Song for "Bitin' List" in 2026.

Zac Brown Band

29 concerts

Zac Brown Band, a multi-platinum Southern rock group led by Zac Brown, has 3 GRAMMYs, 16 #1 singles, 30M+ singles sold, and top Billboard country albums. Known for blending country and rock, they've toured extensively and made history with sold-out Fenway Park shows.

Charley Crockett

49 concerts

Texas-born Charley Crockett, a GRAMMY®-nominated maverick, paved his own path in country music, releasing 14 albums independently and selling out iconic venues like Red Rocks. Known for his unapologetic style and collaborations with Shooter Jennings, he gained acclaim from The New Yorker and Rolling Stone. His performances on Austin City Limits and Jimmy Kimmel Live! highlight his rise in the modern music era.

Bahamas

38 concerts

Afie Jurvanen, aka Bahamas, is a Canadian folk-rock artist known for warm, introspective songs. A longtime Toronto collaborator with Feist and Kathleen Edwards, he now makes laid-back music from Nova Scotia, working with legends like Vince Gill.

50 Cent

2 concerts

Born in Queens, NYC, 50 Cent rose from a tumultuous past to become a rap icon. Signed by Eminem and Dr. Dre, he debuted with "Get Rich or Die Tryin'" featuring hits like "In da Club." Known for his gritty style and catchy hooks, he established G-Unit, spawning successful solo careers for members. His success led to ventures in films, games, and TV with the crime drama "Power." Despite industry feuds and a bankruptcy scandal, his influence on hip-hop remains substantial.

Mötley Crüe

35 concerts

Mötley Crüe, from LA, are rock legends: Vince Neil, Mick Mars, Nikki Sixx, Tommy Lee. With 100m+ album sales, Grammy nods, a Hollywood star, and Netflix’s hit, The Dirt, their iconic live shows and wild style have won global fame.

Warren Zeiders

31 concerts

Pennsylvania-born Warner Records artist Warren Zeiders is a rising Country star known for his hit “Pretty Little Poison,” CMT Award, 3.6B+ streams, and major TV appearances.

Future Islands

9 concerts

Future Islands, formed in 2006 in Baltimore, creates sleek synth-pop with Samuel T. Herring's dynamic vocals. Known for "Seasons," they rose to fame after a 2014 Letterman performance. They've released several albums, including Singles (2014), The Far Field (2017), and As Long as You Are (2020). Collaborations include Blondie's Debbie Harry and producer Madlib. They often tour and innovate, maintaining a loyal fan base.

Nas

5 concerts

Nas, born Nasir Jones in Queensbridge, NYC, emerged with his classic debut Illmatic (1994), showcasing influential rap rooted in personal experiences and lyrical prowess. Known for a masterful flow and collaborations with DJ Premier, Kanye West, and Hit-Boy, he has released acclaimed works like Hip Hop Is Dead, Life Is Good, and King's Disease, the latter winning a Grammy. His discography, noted for evolving themes and collaborations with legends like Lauryn Hill, Jay-Z, and Damian Marley, solidifies his status in hip-hop history. Nas remains a pivotal voice, with his work on the Mass Appeal label expanding his influence.

Ben Howard

15 concerts

British singer-songwriter Ben Howard blends indie-folk/alt; recorded in SW France. UK #1 album “Collections From The Whiteout”; produced by Bullion.

Mia Kelly

1 concert

Gatineau, QC’s Mia Kelly: award-winning bilingual folk-rock-blues storyteller with a “luscious” CBC-praised voice; toured Canada/Australia/UK; supported Bobby Bazini.

Steph Strings

12 concerts

Melbourne’s Steph Strings blends blues, Celtic, and folk with fingerstyle guitar and storytelling. Known for EPs *LION* and *Cradle Mountain*, she’s toured globally, opening for The Cat Empire and Ziggy Alberts.

Matthew Good

3 concerts

Canadian singer/songwriter Matthew Good gained fame in the mid-'90s with the alt-rock Matthew Good Band, known for hits like "Apparitions." The group achieved Juno-winning, double-platinum success before disbanding in 2002. Good's solo work, starting with Avalanche in 2003, showcased a brooding style with collaborations like the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. His albums, such as the Juno-winning Vancouver, often saw collaborations with producer Warne Livesey. Known for his stylistic risks, Good's works feature influences from alt-rock icons and collaborations with Holly McNarland.

Corb Lund

29 concerts

Hailing from Alberta's Rocky Mountains, Lund is a versatile artist known for his blend of outlaw country, Western, and indie-folk. With roots in a ranching family, he began his music career doing it all himself. Formerly of the indie-metal band the smalls, Lund crafts a unique style in Western music. He's won numerous awards, including 14 Canadian Country Music Awards, and debuted at the Grand Ole Opry in 2022.

Pokey LaFarge

3 concerts

Pokey LaFarge, roots/Americana singer-guitarist, returns to solo style on Boxer Boy Records; known for fan-favorite “Josephine,” with Addie Hamilton on “Ain’t No Grave.”

Noah Cyrus

13 concerts

Nashville-born Noah Cyrus is a Grammy-nominated singer blending pop, folk, and country. Known for platinum hits like "July," she’s performed at Coachella and collaborated with Labrinth and PJ Harding.

Orville Peck

11 concerts

Orville Peck, born Daniel Pitout in Johannesburg, South Africa, is a masked country musician known for his deep baritone and blend of traditional country with alternative rock. An openly gay artist, he gained acclaim with albums like Pony (2019), Bronco (2022), and Stampede (2024), and the 2025 EP Appaloosa. He debuted on Broadway in Cabaret in 2025 and is cast in an upcoming Street Fighter film. Peck is currently touring.

Maroon 5

12 concerts

Maroon 5, led by Adam Levine, gained fame with blue-eyed soul hits. Originating from Kara's Flowers, they rose to pop stardom with "Songs About Jane." Hits include "This Love," "Moves Like Jagger" with Christina Aguilera, and "Girls Like You" featuring Cardi B. Their blend of pop, R&B, and collaborations with stars like Wiz Khalifa and Megan Thee Stallion secured multiple platinum albums and a Super Bowl halftime show.

Caroline Jones

1 concert

Caroline Jones, born in the US, is a multi-genre, singer-songwriter known for blending pop and country. Joined Zac Brown Band in 2022 as the first female member. Hits include "Come In," with her albums featuring collaborations with Joe Bonamassa and Old Dominion.

Leith Ross

2 concerts

Leith Ross, a Canadian indie folk/pop artist from Ottawa, crafts honest, vulnerable lyrics on queerness and mental health. Known for their viral hit "We'll Never Have Sex," they released the EP Motherwell (2020), the Juno-nominated album To Learn (2023), and I Can See the Future (2025). Ross received the John Prine Songwriter Fellowship and has toured with artists like Lord Huron.

Chelsea Cutler

1 concert

Chelsea Cutler, known for her relatable lyrics and lo-fi sound, rose from dorm-room music to 3B+ streams, major festivals, Forbes 30 Under 30, and acclaim from top music outlets.

Bywater Call

20 concerts

Bywater Call, a Toronto-based Southern soul and roots rock band, features Meghan Parnell's acclaimed vocals and Dave Barnes on guitar. They are Maple Blues Award-nominated and praised for their authentic and meaningful songs, often compared to greats like The Band and Otis Redding. The seven-piece lineup includes Bruce McCarthy, Mike Meusel, John Kervin, Stephen Dyte, and Julian Nalli.

fanclubwallet

2 concerts

fanclubwallet, the indie-pop project of Ottawa, Canada's Hannah Judge, blends lo-fi, bedroom pop, and indie rock. Known for authentic lyrics and quirky songs like "Car Crash in G Major" and "C'mon Be Cool," the project evolved into a full band. Albums include "You Have Got to Be Kidding Me" (2022) and "Living While Dying" (2025), with EPs like "Our Bodies Paint Traffic Lines" (2024). NME recognized them as a top SXSW act.

Jon Muq

2 concerts

Ugandan-born Jon Muq, now in Austin, Texas, blends African and Western music to create reflective, resilient songs. Collaborated with Dan Auerbach; tours with Billy Joel, Norah Jones, Mavis Staples.

JW-Jones

1 concert

JW-Jones, a Canadian blues artist, is the 2020 International Blues Challenge winner and a JUNO nominee. Known for high-energy shows, he has released 11 albums and toured 23 countries. His album "Belmont Boulevard" hit #9 on the U.S. Billboard charts. He's collaborated with Buddy Guy and Canned Heat and was praised by Chuck Leavell.

The Tea Party

4 concerts

The Tea Party, a multi-Platinum Canadian rock trio known for blending global instruments with rock, earned multiple Juno nods with hits like "Splendor Solis."

Bombino

3 concerts

Niger-born Tuareg musician Bombino, evokes Sahara expanses in his music. Known for "Agadez" & Grammy-nominated "Deran". Worked with Dan Auerbach & David Lonstreth.

Lynne Hanson

2 concerts

Ottawa-born Americana/roots “porch music” artist Lynne Hanson—“Canada’s Queen of Americana”—bluesy croon (Lucinda/Welch vibe); 10 albums, 2 poetry books; 2 Canadian Folk Music Awards + Colleen Peterson songwriting award.

Texas King

6 concerts

Texas King, a high-energy alt-rock band, blends rock, indie, and pop. Known for the #4 Active Rock hit "Whatever You Break," they've toured with Big Wreck and The Glorious Sons.

Killer Mike

1 concert

Atlanta-born rapper Killer Mike is known for politically charged hip-hop, tackling racism and police brutality. He rose with OutKast, won 3 Grammys, and forms Run the Jewels with El-P.

JJ Wilde

2 concerts

JJ Wilde, Canada's Queen of Rock n' Roll, broke records with her debut album "Ruthless." Known for hits like "The Rush," "Best Boy," & "Mercy," she made history as the first woman since Alanis Morissette to win a JUNO for Rock Album of the Year. She's toured with Pearl Jam & Kiss.

Mother Mother

8 concerts

Mother Mother's 10th album, "Nostalgia," marks a creative high in their 20-year career, known for their originality, genre-blending style, and lyrical depth.