A must-attend event for music enthusiasts, the Costa Rica Blues Festival has featured some of the top blues musicians from across the globe. Joe Louis Walker, Annika Chambers, David Tanganelli, JC Smith, Sparky Parker, Leon J, and the Craig Thatcher Band are just a few of the great artists to have performed on the festival stage.
Blues guitarist and singer Joe Louis Walker earned the Blues Music Award in 2010 for Contemporary Blues Male Artist of the Year, and his electric performances have never failed to captivate the audience. The soulful blues singer Annika Chambers has been compared to Etta James and Koko Taylor, and her concerts are something to witness. With his distinctive fusion of Latin and blues music, Costa Rican blues musician David Tanganelli is a popular favorite.
Blues artist JC Smith from the Bay Area has been playing for over three decades and combines blues, funk, and soul on stage. Texas-born blues guitarist and singer Sparky Parker has received countless nominations for his soulful performances. Blues and rock performer Leon J from Costa Rica has been making waves in the local music industry, and his concerts are proof of his talent. The Pennsylvania-based blues group The Craig Thatcher Band has been performing together for more than 28 years and adds a wealth of knowledge to their shows.
These top artists were given a stage during the Costa Rica Blues Festival, and they made an effect on the attendees. Their passionate performances brought the blues to life and provided the audience with an unforgettable experience.