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Courtney Barnett joins Byron Bay Bluesfest 2017 bill
More Courtney Barnett news is always good news.
After being confirmed as the special guest for Patti Smith’s final ever show in Australia this April, Courtney Barnett has also been added to the Byron Bay Bluesfest 2017 bill.
The highly regarded Melbourne artist will perform at Byron Bay event on Thursday 13 April.
On the announcement, Bluesfest director Peter Noble said, “Patti personally requested Courtney Barnett to be her special guest in her final ever show in Australia at Melbourne’s Festival Hall, just a few days after the festival.
“And now, we are thrilled to announce that Courtney will play before Patti on Easter Thursday at Bluesfest. These are the only two scheduled shows for Courtney in 2017.
“Courtney, who has said that Patti Smith is amongst her greatest influences, kindly agreed to Patti Smith’s request, and oh boy, are we excited to be bringing you this announcement.”
Byron Bay Bluesfest takes place between 13 – 17 April 2017, book your tickets now at Ticketmaster.com.au.
