PAYING TRIBUTE. The New Blues Brothers Revue has received praise from fans and critics alike for their loyal interpretation of the great blues and soul revivalist band founded in 1978 by Dan Aykroyd and the late John Belushi.

Freedom Fair stage features New Blues Brothers Revue

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There is a whole slew of musical acts performing on various stages during Freedom Fair at seven live entertainment areas. The largest of these will be the Ram Bighorn/Emerald Queen Casino Stage, located in the parking lot between CI Shenanigans (3017 Ruston Way) and The Ram (3001 Ruston Way). This is where you will find a lot of people enjoying the best live music stage on the waterfront, along with two beer gardens. Performances take place until the fireworks begin.

The stage show kicks off at noon with DJ Harvis Wainright featured throughout the day. Up first is Idol Eyes playing their brand of rock and Top 40 tunes (12:30-1:30 p.m.); then 4 More playing dance and Top 40 (2:30-4:30 p.m.); party rock/alternative/classic rock band OSDO (5-7 p.m.); and last but not least, New Blues Brothers Revue brings soul and R&B to the mix. The New Blues Brothers Revue presents a dynamite stage show consisting of all the hits and humor that made the Blues Brothers so permanently ingrained in American culture. Jake and Elwood are backed by a powerful seven-piece band of seasoned, professional musicians delivering a top-notch show.

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