The Peninsula Blues Festival is bringing two days of live blues music, coastal energy, and community celebration to Ocean Park, Washington, featuring an impressive lineup of regional and nationally recognized performers. Presented by North Coast Production, the festival continues to grow as one of the Long Beach Peninsula’s premier live music events, drawing blues fans from across the Pacific Northwest.

When: August 14 and 15

Doors open: 12:00 pm

Location: Port of Peninsula
3311 275th Street
Ocean Park, WA 98640
at Nahcotta Boat Basin

Tickets: https://www.tickettomato.com/event/9862

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From soulful harmonica performances to electrifying guitar solos and powerful vocals, this year’s showcase offers a wide variety of blues styles across two stages.

Friday Headliner: Ty Curtis & Taylor Newville

Friday night features a powerful collaboration between Ty Curtis and Taylor Newville.

Ty Curtis is known for his fiery guitar work, commanding vocals, and high-energy performances that blend classic blues with blues-rock influences. Having shared stages with legendary artists such as George Thorogood and Robert Cray, Curtis brings decades of experience and stage presence.

Taylor Newville adds youthful intensity inspired by blues icons like B. B. King and Jimi Hendrix. His expressive guitar playing and modern edge have made him one of the Pacific Northwest’s rising blues talents.

Friday Lineup

Stage One

• Cee Cee James Duo – 3:30 PM
  A soulful blues duo known for emotional vocals, gritty guitar work, and roots-inspired performances.
• JT & Beau Bros – 5:15 PM
  A lively blues-rock group delivering upbeat rhythms, classic guitar riffs, and crowd-friendly energy.
• Nikki Jones Band – 7:00 PM
  Featuring powerful vocals and a blend of blues, funk, and soul influences that create an energetic live show.
• Ty Curtis & Taylor Newville – 8:45 PM
  A headline performance combining veteran musicianship with next-generation blues fire.

Stage Two

• Youngs Bay Blues – 3:00 PM & 4:45 PM
  A traditional blues group rooted in classic Northwest blues sounds and laid-back grooves.
• Rogue Trio – 6:30 PM & 8:15 PM
  A versatile trio blending blues, acoustic rhythms, and improvisational jams with coastal flair.

Saturday Headliner: Joel Astley

Saturday’s featured performer is acclaimed harmonica player and entertainer Joel Astley.

Joel Astley has become one of the Pacific Northwest’s standout blues performers, combining soulful harmonica playing, rich vocals, and strong songwriting into dynamic live performances that connect deeply with audiences.

Saturday Lineup

Stage One

• Beacon Street Titans – 1:30 PM
  A high-energy blues and soul band featuring big rhythm sections and vintage-inspired sound.
• Kenny James Miller Band – 3:15 PM
  Known for smooth guitar work and classic electric blues performances with Northwest flavor.
• Norman Sylvester Band – 5:00 PM
  Led by longtime Northwest blues legend Norman Sylvester, the band blends blues, funk, and dance rhythms into an entertaining live experience.
• Bobby Patterson Band – 6:45 PM
  A crowd-pleasing act delivering soulful vocals, blues guitar, and traditional blues roots.
• Joel Astley – 8:30 PM
  Closing the night with a powerful harmonica-driven blues performance filled with passion and energy.

Stage Two

• Barney 9 Fingers – 1:00 PM
  A fun and entertaining blues act known for personality, humor, and classic blues influences.
• LeeAnna & Jaybird – 2:45 PM & 4:30 PM
  A soulful acoustic duo blending Americana, folk-blues, and heartfelt harmonies.
• Freddy Walker – 6:15 PM & 8:00 PM
  A seasoned blues performer delivering rich vocals and authentic blues storytelling.

The Peninsula Blues Festival highlights the growing arts and entertainment culture on Washington’s coast while supporting local tourism, restaurants, and community gathering spaces throughout Ocean Park and the Long Beach Peninsula.

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