Queensland’s beloved Blues on Broadbeach just got bigger and brighter, today rolling out a stellar second lineup announcement featuring some of the premier names of the Australian and international blues scene!
Joining Blues on Broadbeach’s team of 2025 are…
VIKA & LINDA | ERIC GALES | SALMONELLA DUB SOUNDSYSTEM | FIONA BOYES & THE FORTUNE TELLERS | BOB LOG III | RADICAL SON | 8 BALL AITKEN’S ALL STAR JAM | SUNPIE BARNES WITH DOM TURNER | FRANK SULTANA BLUES BAND | MURRAY COOK’S SOUL MOVERS | LECIA LOUISE | BULLHORN | KATHLEEN HALLORAN | DAMON SMITH | MATT KATSIS | CLAUDE HAY AND THE KUNG FU MUSTARD | TAYA CHANI | ANGELA FABIAN | THE JAMES STREET PREACHERS and many more…
Leading Blues on Broadbeach’s second 2025 lineup announcement is iconic sister duo Vika & Linda, known for their powerful harmonies and soul-stirring vocals. From church to the charts, Vika & Linda have enjoyed a remarkable musical journey, enchanting Australian music fans for the past three decades. After three classic albums with The Black Sorrows, Vika & Linda have released eight studio albums, two live albums and a chart-topping anthology. They have sung on number one albums by Paul Kelly, Kasey Chambers and John Farnham, performed gigs for the Dalai Lama, Nelson Mandela and the King of Tonga, and been nominated for six ARIA Awards. We’re thrilled to have Vika & Linda at Blues on Broadbeach 2025.
Hailing from Memphis is Eric Gales bringing his high-octane performances and blistering solos to the Blues on Broadbeach for the first time, presented with festival partner Memphis Tourism, the home of blues soul & rock’n’roll. Over 30 years and 18 albums, Eric has reinvigorated the blues with a virtuosity and rock swagger that has fans heralding him as the second coming of Jimi Hendrix. He’s earned high praise and critical acclaim from names such as Joe Bonamassa, Carlos Santana and Dave Navarro and his passion for the music and boundless desire to keep it vital has never waned. Don’t miss your chance to witness it first-hand at Blues on Broadbeach.
Adding to the international feel from New Zealand is Salmonella Dub Soundsystem, bringing their unique brand of reggae, dub, and blues to the stage. From humble beginnings 25 years ago promoting and playing after parties, the Salmonella Dub Soundsystem has developed into a powerhouse live dance act across the New Zealand & Australian festival and club circuit.
Blues on Broadbeach welcomes back curious musical explorer Fiona Boyes & The Fortune Tellers, Fiona plays deep blues, influenced by myriad traditional regional styles and has carved an international reputation as a blues guitarist, bandleader, vocalist and songwriter. With eight USA Blues Music Award nominations, career tour dates in 20 countries, and a recent induction into the Blues Victoria Hall of Fame, Fiona is not to be missed.
The Festival’s massive free program runs over four days, also featuring a sunset performance with Radical Son’s captivating soul voice, American slide guitar one man band Bob Log III, and festival favourites and core blues artist, 8 Ball Aitken’s All Star Jam.
Blues on Broadbeach 2025 – Second Lineup Announcement
Experience Gold Coast Festival Director, Mark Duckworth said the second lineup announcement for 2025 only adds to what promises to be one of the best Blues on Broadbeach festivals yet.
“The list of acts for this year is so exciting, with international rhythm and blues musicians alongside the best in Australia.” Mr Duckworth said.
“We can’t wait for May to see all these incredible artists light up the streets, bars, and parks, bringing their unique sounds to the heart of Broadbeach.”
Fiona Boyes & the Fortune Tellers said “My band and I are looking forward to playing at Blues on Broadbeach again. It’s a wonderfully diverse, accessible, and welcoming festival – and a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and make new ones. Blues on Broadbeach is a bit like a family gathering for the tight-knit Blues community. As well as having great audiences, you generally know some of the other players and get to meet others, catch up and find out what’s happening in the Blues scene in other parts of country…lots of fun.”
Vika and Linda said, “We can’t wait to return Blues on Broadbeach in its twenty fourth year and we’re chuffed to be included in its incredible line up of artists in 2025.”
Want to step up your Blues on Broadbeach experience? Twelve Bar Society is back for Blues on Broadbeach 2025. Now in its fourth year, this exclusive membership club presents blues lovers the chance to connect even deeper with the festival and the artists they love.
This year, Twelve Bar Society members will hear from Eli Paperboy Reed, The Harlem Gospel Travelers and DIESEL as part of the club’s In Conversation sessions. In addition, Twelve Bar Society Members will have access to the exclusive Secret Show on Thursday 15 May 2025. Twelve Bar Society passes are available only through Oztix, limited tickets are still available.
As previously announced, fans can look forward to a special one-off performance from the legendary Jimmy Barnes, as he takes the stage at Blues on Broadbeach on Sunday 18 May. Barnes will perform songs from his iconic Soul Deep album, bringing timeless R&B classics to life at the highly anticipated Kurrawa Park Sunday Ticket event.
Blues on Broadbeach is heaven for music lovers. With world-class performances and free entertainment in paradise, it’s time to fire up the chat, get your group together and start making plans to head to the Gold Coast this May!
Blues on Broadbeach is produced by Experience Gold Coast and supported by the Queensland Government, via Tourism and Events Queensland.
BLUES ON BROADBEACH 2025
15 – 18 May | Broadbeach, Gold Coast
bluesonbroadbeach.com
TICKETS FOR TWELVE BAR SOCIETY
Limited tickets are still available through Oztix
KURRAWA PARK SUNDAY TICKET – JIMMY BARNES
Jimmy Barnes’ Special one-off Soul Deep Show – Sunday 18 May
Tickets available only through Oztix
BLUES ON BROADBEACH 2025
THE CRUEL SEA
ELI PAPERBOY REED
DIESEL
VIKA & LINDA – ERIC GALES
SALMONELLA DUB SOUNDSYSTEM
FIONA BOYES & THE FORTUNE TELLERS – BONDI CIGARS
THE HARLEM GOSPEL TRAVELERS – BOB LOG III
RADICAL SON – 8 BALL AITKEN’S ALL STAR JAM
SUNPIE BARNES & DOM TURNER – THE MELTDOWN
STEFAN HAUK – QUEENIE – FRANK SULTANA BLUES BAND
MURRAY COOK’S SOUL MOVERS
LECIA LOUISE – BULLHORN – ROD PAINE & THE FULLTIME LOVERS
PETE CORNELIUS – KATHLEEN HALLORAN – SAMMY OWEN BLUES BAND
DAMON SMITH – BERETTA AND SULLIVAN – TAYA CHANI
CLAUDE HAY AND THE KUNG FU MUSTARD – RHIANNON SIMPSON AND MORE…
