The City of Fishers has announced the headline acts for each of the two nights for the 2024 Blues Fest.  The remaining acts each night will be announced at a later date.

On Saturday, August 31: Shemekia Copeland will take the stage at the Nickel Plate Amphitheater.  Ms. Copeland has been a Grammy Award nominee multiple times.  She hosts a daily blues radio show on SiriusXM’s Bluesville and continues to perform globally, sharing stages with legends like Bonnie Raitt and The Rolling Stones. Copeland’s latest release, “Blame It on Eve,” offers a lighter, more joyous side of her music, providing a respite from the weight of the world.

Bernard Allison is set to perform on Sunday, September 1st. He is the son of Chicago blues legend Luther Allison, and has dedicated his career to honoring his father’s musical legacy while forging his own unique path. He has grown-up immersed in blues traditions.  Over the decades, Bernard has consistently included Luther’s songs in his albums and performances, ensuring the enduring presence of his father’s music. His latest release, “Luther’s Blues,” showcases 20 remastered tracks, reflecting his lifelong commitment to celebrating and reinventing Luther’s compositions for new audiences.

The 12th Annual Fishers Blues Fest is a free event.  For more information, use this link.