Reviews

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Bluesfest Day 9 review: Kaytranada ends festival on a high note with an energetic...

Montreal-raised DJ and producer Kaytranada brought rhythm and style to a dance-ready crowd on the final night of Bluesfest.
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Bluesfest Day 8 review: Papa Roach keeps LeBreton Flats sharp with nu metal anthems,...

With a mix of chaotic nu metal rock, Papa Roach brought style to Bluesfest with a dose of mental health awareness.
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Bluesfest Day 7 review: Green Day greenlights night of old and new punk rock

To a plentiful crowd, Green Day headlined Bluesfest with a thunderous performance of punk rock, nostalgic classics.
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Bluesfest Day 6 review: Sean Paul and Peach Pit play to overcast atmosphere, varied...

On the sixth day of Bluesfest, Sean Paul and Peach Pit lit up the crowds with varied performance styles and musicality.
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Bluesfest Day 5 review: Tom Morello, Def Leppard bring the protest, then the party

For a night of rock and roll at Ottawa Bluesfest, Def Leppard and Tom Morello liven up the memorabilia-clad crowds.