The Phuket International Blues Festival is one of the most anticipated events in Thailand.
Showcasing the talent of regional and local talent, the festival has garnered wide appreciation for
staging a musical extravaganza that is on par with the rest of the world. Regarded as one of the
foremost Phuket festivals, the Phuket International Blues Festival was inaugurated in December 2005
and has since then transcended into a sphere of international prominence, featuring a selection of
internationally recognized artistes from around the world, in addition to the local talent.
Every year, the festival organizes a stellar line-up of popular artistes to perform in front
its large crowds, crafting the perfect harmony of blues and acoustic music. Enjoy the sensation of
being amidst a dynamic setting of spectacular entertainment and flawless performances and catch a
glimpse of stunning guitar talents and incredible vocals. The musical ensemble backed by their
hypnotizing ballads will undoubtedly evoke blissful memories, delving deep into your soul.
The diversity of the musical acts is perhaps the festival’s most distinguishing
characteristic, which has included the likes of John Mayer, Mason Ruffner, Curtis Salgado and the
Prodigal Sons to its impressive portfolio. Other artistes that have been featured on previous
editions include Rick Harper, Richard Clapton, George Cordeiro & The Fai Jang Blues Gang,
KNiKi, Charlie Musselwhite, The New Machine Plays Pink Floyd and Jim Paxton & Stuart Bush.
Organized for a worthy cause, the Phuket International Blues Festival is a charity event, donating
its profits to a number of leading organizations that are dedicated to the children’s education in
Phuket.