South Orange International Blues Fest - Winter edition

Once again, celebrated SOPAC curator and local Blues legend Mike Griot brings his storied programming to the Mainstage to present the Winter Edition of SOPAC’s 2nd Annual South Orange International Blues Festival: “Women of the Blues” featuring three masters of incomparable depth and range: 2025 Grammy-nominated artist Sue Foley, Alexis P. Suter, and Rae Simone.

A member of SOPAC’s Creative Community Brain Trust, Griot curates this annual event with longtime Blues fans, casual listeners, and curious newcomers in mind. Whether you’re seeking new music from contemporary artists to elevate your record collection or playlist; a range of live performances that share personal stories and deep-pocket shuffles; or a down-home warm-up away from the winter chill, this festival is the event for you.

“It has been my honor and privilege to deliver world-class blues festivals and concerts for almost 15 years,” says Griot. “The 2025 South Orange International Blues Festival — Winter Edition — will celebrate Women in Blues, featuring three dynamic female artists. I hope you will join me again this February!”

The 2nd Annual South Orange International Blues Festival at SOPAC invites audiences of all ages to salute the women who continue the legacy of this music, creating diverse spaces for live performance and creative expression. Browse their bios to learn more about these groundbreaking artists.