Since its start, Denmark's Vestpark Festival has been a refuge for fans of the blues. Some of the most renowned musical stars have performed there over the years. Barselona, Mekdes, The Blue Van, Iris Gold, Zar Paulo, Bogfinkevej, PRISMA, Kalaset, Souvenirs, and Natural Born Hippies were just a few of the musical acts that played at the festival's most recent iteration in 2023.
Danish singer-songwriter Barselona captivated the audience with her lovely voice and sentimental lyrics. Mekdes, a musician of Ethiopian descent, performed at the event with her own fusion of blues, jazz, and world music. Iris Gold, a British pop vocalist, provided some funk and soul to the proceedings while The Blue Van, a Danish rock band, shook the stage with their electric performance.
Zar Paulo, a Brazilian blues guitarist, displayed his mastery of the violin, while Bogfinkevej, a Danish folk ensemble, injected whimsy and comedy into their song. A lively and upbeat performance was given by the Danish indie band PRISMA, and the Swedish jazz group Kalaset brought their distinctive style to the festival.
Danish folk-pop band Souvenirs mesmerized the crowd with their harmony, while Danish rock band Natural Born Hippies finished the festival with a high-octane performance. The Vestpark Festival continues to be an international gathering of musicians and fans to celebrate blues music.