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Ottawa Bluesfest 2025 Brings Hip-Hop, R&B, and Local Talent to the Stage
Ottawa Bluesfest has unveiled its 2025 lineup, delivering a strong mix of international icons, Canadian standouts, and homegrown talent from July 10 to 20 at Lebreton Flats. This year’s festival will feature hip-hop and R&B heavyweights like Kaytranada, G-Eazy, and Sean Paul, alongside Canadian favorites BADBADNOTGOOD, Lou Phelps, and Alicia Moffet. Representing Ottawa, Jahmeema, Jesse Simmons, DJ Karyen, and DJ Acro will bring local energy to the stage, while the Emerging Artist Showcase highlights rising talent from the city. With a diverse mix of genres and artists, Bluesfest 2025 continues to push the culture forward, making space for both global stars and Ottawa’s next wave.
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