River’s Bend Blues Revival – April 17

River’s Bend Blues Revival – April 17

Fri, Apr 17, 2026 • 7:30 PM—10:00 PM

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Live Music

River’s Bend Blues Revival Weekend A two-day festival of live Blues music you don’t want to miss! Buy a ticket for day 1 (Friday, 4/17/2026) or day 2 (Saturday, 4/18/2026) OR buy a 2-day pass to experience both nights! Night 1 features The Boneshakers and Candy Cigarette, with special performance hosts, Rory & Jenny of Maple Road Blues! The iconic band lead by world-renowned guitarist Randy Jacobs of Was (Not Was). The Boneshakers and members have performed and recorded with Bonnie Raitt, BB King, Buddy Guy, Seal, Keb Mo, Gov’t Mule, Elton John, Bootsy Collins, Tears 4 Fears, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder, Iggy Pop, Bobby Rush, Charlie Musselwhite, Dave Koz, and Mindi Abair…just to name a few. Candy Cigarette delivers a blistering brand of raw, high-energy blues-rock, fueled by an unapologetic spirit that defies their age. Hailing from Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, identical twins Isaac (bass/vocals) and Lucas Deitz (guitar/vocals) and drummer Evan Sterken have been igniting stages across the Midwest and beyond. Weekend Performance Hosts Formed in 2007 and rooted in Southeast Wisconsin, Maple Road delivers a unique high energy blend of blues, rock & classic rock for your venue or private event.

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The Bend Theater

Built in 1929, Restored in 2020, The Bend Theater is an experience venue in downtown West Bend showcasing the best in music, comedy, and movies.