Samantha Fish to Headline 2025 Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival on August 16
The 2025 Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival is set to bring the heart of New Jersey alive with music, as acclaimed blues-rock artist Samantha Fish headlines the much-anticipated event on Saturday, August 16. The free, all-day festival will once again be held on the historic Morristown Green, offering fans an exciting blend of jazz and blues from noon until 9:30 p.m.
Samantha Fish, celebrated for her explosive guitar work, soulful vocals, and dynamic stage presence, will close the festival with an 8:00 p.m. performance. She continues to garner widespread acclaim following the release of her latest album Paper Doll, which dropped on April 25, 2025. Fish’s 2023 Grammy-nominated collaboration with Jesse Dayton, Death Wish Blues, further cemented her as one of the most exciting artists in contemporary blues and roots music.
The festival lineup features a rich mix of talent. Dani G & Friends, including Grammy-nominated saxophonist John Michalak, will open the day at noon. The U.S. Army’s elite 19-piece ensemble, The Jazz Ambassadors, will take the stage at 2:00 p.m., followed by genre-blending group Blues People at 4:00 p.m. At 6:00 p.m., King Solomon Hicks, whose debut album Harlem earned a Blues Music Award for Best Emerging Artist, will heat things up before Fish’s headline performance.
Now in its 12th year, the Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival continues to draw thousands of music lovers from across the region. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for a comfortable day on the green. With a strong lineup and a festive summer atmosphere, the 2025 edition promises an unforgettable experience.
