Upcoming Appearances
Catch Gaye live—on stage, on the air and in the community. Explore her upcoming appearances below, with new dates added as they are confirmed.
| Date | City | Venue | Country |
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| 09/16/26 | Remote Radio Appearance | WNYC – All Of It | US |
| Age restrictions: All Ages. Gaye joins WNYC’s All Of It with Alison Stewart for a conversation about Ma Rainey’s life, music and the new Ma Rainey—Mother of the Blues: The Complete Recordings box set. Gaye wrote the foreword for the collection’s companion book. Broadcast details to be announced. More information | |||
| 09/25/26 | Fredericksburg, VA | FAM Market Square | US |
| Time: 6:30pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. Address: 907 Princess Anne Street. 2026 Harambee 360° Black Arts Festival Friday evening festival program from 6:00–8:30 p.m. at FAM Market Square in Downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia. More information | |||
| 09/26/26 | Fredericksburg, VA | James Monroe High School | US |
| Time: 12:00pm. Age restrictions: All Ages. 51st Harambee 360° Black Arts Festival Saturday festival program from 12:00–7:00 p.m. at James Monroe High School in Fredericksburg, Virginia. More information | |||
| 10/09/26 | Lewis, DE | The Room at Cedar Grove, Lewes, DE | US |
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Age restrictions: All Ages.
Address: 32882 Cedar Grove Rd.
RESCHEDULED FOR SPRING 2027! The blues are still coming — just a little later! Gaye Adegbalola and pianist Roddy Barnes will bring the unforgettable blues of the 1920s and ’30s to life in an intimate, cabaret-style performance. New Spring 2027 date coming soon! |
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| 10/15/26 | Charlottesville, VA | WTJU 91.1 FM – Wild Women and Friends | US |
| Age restrictions: All Ages. Gaye serves as guest DJ on WTJU’s Wild Women and Friends. She will share a personally curated playlist and commentary featuring selections from the new Ma Rainey box set and other influential women artists of the era. Airtime and replay details will be announced. | |||
BRING GAYE TO YOUR STAGE
Blues. Stories. History. Connection.
Gaye Adegbalola brings more than a performance—she brings audiences into the music, history, and stories that shaped the blues.
From intimate concerts and festivals to universities, cultural programs, Pride celebrations, and community events, Gaye creates experiences that entertain, educate, and connect.
AVAILABLE FOR
🎵 Solo Blues Performances
🎹 Concerts with pianist Roddy Barnes
🎤 Lectures, Workshops & Educational Programs
📖 Women in Blues Programs
🌈 LGBTQ+ Pride & Community Celebrations
🎭 Festivals, Concert Series & Special Events
Ready to bring Gaye to your audience?
“The music never stopped—it was simply waiting for me to catch my breath. I look forward to seeing you down the road.”