International Blues & Jazz Festival 2024 in Corralejo, Fuerteventura

If you'll be in Fuerteventura at the end of October, don't miss the chance to participate in the International Blues Festival, which will last for a weekend. 

Blues is coming to the streets of Corralejo on the 24 and 26 of October in an epic event that will celebrate this year its 18th Edition.

Corralejo Blues and Jazz Festival 2024: 24 - 26 October

• When: 24 - 26 October 2024
• Where:  Avenida Nuestra Señora del Carmen, in Corralejo.

Corralejo Blues Festival is now a consolidated event, unique in its genre within the cultural scene of Fuerteventura.

The XVIII International Blues Festival in Corralejo has been gathering a greater number of followers throughout its 16 years of history and now it's recognized as an important event among the other festivals of this genre.

We’re already counting down the days for the 18th International Blues and Jazz Festival.

This October 24, 25, and 26, the Avenida Nuestra Señora del Carmen in Corralejo will come alive with the best local, national, and international artists from both genres.

Here’s the lineup:

Local Night - Thursday, October 24

• Mestura (Fuerteventura)
• Sweet Swamp (Fuerteventura)
• Corralejo Blues Band (Fuerteventura)

Blues Night - Friday, October 25

• La Perra Blanco (Cádiz)
• Zakiya Hooker (USA)
• Laretha Weathersby (USA)

Jazz Night - Saturday, October 26

• Groovin’ Jazz (Fuerteventura)
• Marialy Pacheco Trio (Cuba)
• O Sister! (Seville)

International Blues and Jazz Festival in Corralejo 2024 - artists & line-up

Kicking off on Thursday, October 24, the spotlight will be on local talent from Fuerteventura. Bands like Mestura and Sweet Swamp will be among the amazing artists welcoming everyone to Blues and Jazz 2024.

Friday, October 25, is all about blues night! Headlining the night will be La Perra Blanco, a rockabilly trio led by the talented Alba Blanco from Cádiz, whose eclectic musical influences shine through in her work. We'll also have Zakiya Hooker, an American singer who was born into the world of blues, being the daughter of the legendary John Lee Hooker. Adding to the lineup is the "Princess of Blues," Laretha Weathersby from the United States, known for her dynamic stage presence and powerful performances.

Then, on Saturday, October 26, it’s time for some jazz! The event will feature artists from around the globe, including Grovin’ Jazz from Fuerteventura, O Sister! from Seville, and the Marialy Pacheco Trio from Cuba. Marialy Pacheco, the first woman to win the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival Solo Piano Competition, will be performing with Juan Camilo Villa on bass and Miguel Altamar de la Torre on drums.

In conclusion, the XVIII Corralejo International Blues and Jazz Festival will be an exceptional musical experience that will enrich the cultural life of the community. 

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