KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD (USA) - Ledbetter Heights 30th Anniversary Tour

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<p><span style="font-size: 12px; color: rgb(184, 49, 47);"><strong>All shows at Northcote Theatre are standing room unless otherwise specified<br>All shows at Northcote Theatre are licensed and strictly 18+</strong></span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><em>Bluesfest Tours presents</em><br><strong><span style="font-size: 24px;">KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD</span><br>(USA)<br>Ledbetter Heights 30th Anniversary Tour</strong></p><p style="text-align: center;">Five-time GRAMMY-nominated artist <strong>Kenny Wayne Shepherd</strong> returns to Australia for the first time in six years, performing live at <strong>Northcote Theatre, Melbourne, on Wednesday 1 April 2026</strong>.<br><br>&nbsp;Recognised as one of the most dynamic and influential guitarists of his generation, Shepherd is celebrating the <strong>30th Anniversary of his breakthrough album <em>Ledbetter Heights</em></strong> &mdash; the record that helped shape modern blues-rock and established him as a global force in American roots music.</p><p style="text-align: center;">Since his last Australian tour in 2018, Shepherd has continued to evolve as both guitarist and songwriter, releasing critically acclaimed albums and collaborating with some of the genre&rsquo;s most respected names. His fiery guitar tone, emotional phrasing and powerful live performances have made him a consistent favourite on international stages.</p><p style="text-align: center;">The Northcote Theatre concert will feature career-spanning hits including <em>Blue on Black</em>, <em>Deja Voodoo</em> and <em>Born with a Broken Heart</em>, alongside material from his recent releases.</p><p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;After a six-year break from Australian stages, Kenny Wayne Shepherd returns to deliver an unmissable night of world-class musicianship and blues-infused rock energy.</p>