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Blues-rock icon Joe Bonamassa, his Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation, and leading boutique festival producer Sixthman have officially announced details for the ninth annual Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea IX music festival cruise, set to sail in March 2027.
Sailing out of Miami, Florida, the fully immersive, four-day floating music festival brings together an elite lineup of world-class blues-rock artists, legendary jam sessions, collaborative artist workshops, and exclusive acoustic sets—all while raising funds to support music education programs nationwide.
Performing Artists Lineup
Alongside multiple headline sets by Joe Bonamassa, the 2027 festival lineup features a stacked roster of blues, soul, and rock heavyweights:
- Joe Bonamassa (Host & Headliner)
- Marcus King
- Eric Gales
- Samantha Fish
- Joanna Connor
- Kingfish (Christone “Kingfish” Ingram)
- Jimmy Vivino & Friends
- Larkin Poe
- The Devon Allman Project
- Ally Venable Band
- Plus additional special guests to be announced
Festival Highlights & On-Board Experiences
- Multiple Bonamassa Shows: Joe Bonamassa will perform multiple unique live sets across the ship’s main stages, including rare collaborative jam sessions with guest artists.
- Curated All-Star Lineup: Features over 20 hand-picked blues, rock, and soul acts across multiple stages throughout the vessel.
- Autograph Sessions & Q&As: Up-close fan interactions, panel discussions, and artist-hosted activities.
- Keeping the Blues Alive Charity Events: Live music gear auctions, raffles, and exclusive memorabilia sales benefiting public school music programs and music education non-profits.
Sailing Overview & Booking Details
| Feature | Cruise Specifications |
| Event | Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea IX (2027) |
| Host / Headliner | Joe Bonamassa |
| Producer | Sixthman |
| Departure Port | Miami, Florida |
| Travel Dates | March 2027 |
| Pre-Sale Registration | Open Now via Official Cruise Portal |
“Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea has become one of the highlights of my year. Getting to sail with thousands of passionate blues fans and incredible musicians while raising money to support music education for the next generation is what it’s all about.”
— Joe Bonamassa
Pre-Sale & Cabins
Pre-sale registration for cabins is open now. For complete lineup announcements, cabin pricing, and booking information, visit bluesaliveatsea.com.
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