Aulnay All Blues

The blues comes to the Parisian suburbs

Aulnay All Blues is one of the few festivals entirely dedicated to blues in the Île-de-France region. Every autumn, the town of Aulnay-sous-Bois vibrates to the sound of blues in all its forms, from its African-American roots to its contemporary evolutions. The festival has established itself as a must-attend event for fans of the genre, offering a program that is both sophisticated and accessible to the general public.

All the colors of the blues

Aulnay All Blues is not a monolithic festival. Its programming explores the entire blues spectrum: electric Chicago blues, acoustic and primitive Delta blues, groovy and danceable rhythm & blues, deep soul, inspired gospel, and even electrified blues rock. Each edition is a journey through African-American musical history, told by passionate musicians from all over the world.

The festival hosts both living blues legends and young artists who perpetuate and reinvent the tradition. Virtuoso guitarists, talented harmonica players, powerful voices, and impeccable rhythm sections take the stage for memorable concerts.

A festival rooted in local life

What sets Aulnay All Blues apart is its deep roots in the cultural life of Aulnay-sous-Bois and Seine-Saint-Denis. Beyond the concerts, the festival offers photographic exhibitions on the history of the blues, conferences and meetings with artists, documentary film screenings, and activities to introduce younger audiences to this heritage music. It is part of an artistic education and cultural democratization approach, true to the values of this popular department.

A multidisciplinary program

Each year, Aulnay All Blues offers a rich program that goes beyond just concerts. Over the editions, the festival has integrated various formats: jam sessions where professional and amateur musicians share the stage, discovery workshops for children, exhibitions dedicated to blues iconography, and screenings of documentaries about the great names of the genre.

The spirit of the blues, the soul of the suburbs

There is something profoundly coherent about seeing the blues flourish in Aulnay-sous-Bois. Born from the suffering and resilience of African-American communities in the Deep South, the blues resonates particularly in working-class areas, where people work hard and know how to celebrate life despite difficulties. Seine-Saint-Denis, a welcoming land for cultures from around the world, provides a natural setting for this universal musical genre.

The festival thus contributes to the cultural influence of the department and its reputation as a land of living and authentic music. It offers residents of Aulnay-sous-Bois and neighboring towns the opportunity to discover or rediscover the blues in a programming setting worthy of the greatest festivals.