Electrifying force of nature Olivia Ruth will be rocking the Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival main Marquee Stage in February 2026, showcasing exciting new music and joining a sizzling summer line-up headlined by Antipodean legends Dragon.
Delivering electrifying performances packed with raw emotion and musical finesse and fronted by an unforgettable voice, Olivia Ruth’s epic vocals span from gritty, soul-drenched screams to delicate falsetto and whistle tones that always leave audiences stunned.
Olivia Ruth’s sound blends the smoky depth of classic blues, the swagger of funk, and the high-octane energy of rock, laced with metal-influenced drums and slick, blues-inspired guitar solos.
Topped off with deep, infectious bass grooves, every Olivia Ruth set is a dynamic journey—equal parts soulful, heavy, and irresistibly groovy.
Whether on festival stages or in intimate venues, Olivia Ruth don’t just perform—they erupt. With a growing reputation across the Aussie music scene, this powerhouse band continues to carve their name into the hearts of fans who crave authenticity, intensity, and a damn good time.
“Janis Joplin like” – Karl Stefanovic and “Some kind of talent” – Richard Wilkins (The Today Show).
Get ready to be blown away by the electrifying force of Olivia Ruth when they rock the #AgnesBluesFest main Marquee Stage from 3.45-4.45pm on Saturday 21 February 2026. Their stunning performance will leave you weak at the knees and begging for more. www.oliviaruth.com
Limited discount #AgnesBluesFest 2026 tickets are on sale at $179pp only until 30 November 2025. Book at www.agnesbluesandroots.com.au/tickets
The Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival is supported by the Queensland Government through Tourism and Events Queensland and features on the It’s Live! in Queensland events calendar. #AgnesBluesFest is also proudly supported in 2026 by the Gladstone Regional Council’s Community Celebration Fund.
Rocking out since 2008, the Agnes Blues, Roots & Rock Festival is a 3 Day Annual Event held in the Great Barrier Reef’s Sensational Deep South. We’re turning it up to ELEVEN in 2026! Follow @AgnesBluesFest on Facebook, Instagram and X (Twitter).
Each and every year #AgnesBluesFest is not only focused on delivering a fantastic live show for ticket holders, it also ensures a positive impact on the local community and environment. In 2026, profits will go directly to local community groups, including the Agnes Water SES, Discovery Coast Environment Group, local Lions Club and the annual community event established in 1992, the 1770 Festival, held every May.
