In 2023, the Billtown Blues Festival, which takes place yearly in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, had a stellar line-up. Muddy Waters, The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band, Ben Levin, Rory Block, Jason Ricci, The Cash Box Kings, Altered Five Blues Band, Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials, John Primer, and Nick Moss Band were some of the main acts.
From ancient Delta blues to modern electric blues, the festival featured a wide variety of blues music genres. Each musician brought their own distinctive sound and intensity to the stage, enthralling the crowd with their soulful voices and amazing musical prowess.
Legendary blues musician Muddy Waters gave a remarkable performance that honored the origins of the genre. The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band, meanwhile, gave the blues a contemporary spin with their upbeat, foot-stomping music. Jason Ricci, whose harmonica playing was nothing short of captivating, and Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials, whose contagious grooves had the crowd dancing all night, were two other noteworthy performances.
The 2023 Billtown Blues Festival, which featured some of the top blues musicians in the nation and gave attendees an unforgettable experience, was a tremendous success overall.