Gospel & Pioneers

Gospel & Pioneers: 21 upcoming festivals, including 1 with tickets on sale. Dates: October 2026 to August 2027. The most Gospel & Pioneers: MONTE CARLO JAZZ FESTIVAL, January Blues Festival, and Sun, Sand, And Soul 2027.

Gospel & Pioneers, specifically the reggae gospel subgenre, features an uplifting sound blending characteristic reggae rhythms with fervent Christian lyrics, often creating a joyous and spiritual atmosphere with prominent basslines and skank guitar. This genre emerged from Jamaica, rooted in artists converting from Rastafarianism to Christianity, infusing their existing musical styles with new lyrical content. Iconic pioneers include Lester Lewis, recognized for his foundational work, alongside influential figures like Tommy Cowan and Carlene Davis. Reggae gospel continues to impact global Christian music, offering a distinct Caribbean flavor to worship and praise.

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The most Gospel & Pioneers festivals

Ranked by the share of the lineup tagged Gospel & Pioneers (at least 5 identified artists).

  1. MONTE CARLO JAZZ FESTIVAL

    Nov 18 – Nov 29, 2026

    Monaco, Monaco 🇲🇨

    With GREGORY PORTER, SOWETO GOSPEL CHOIR

    2 / 9 Gospel & Pioneers artistsout of a 11-artist lineup22% Gospel & Pioneers

  2. January Blues Festival

    Jan 15 – Jan 30, 2027

    229 London, United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    With The Animals

    1 / 7 Gospel & Pioneers artistsout of a 8-artist lineup14% Gospel & Pioneers

  3. Sun, Sand, And Soul 2027

    Apr 15 – Apr 17, 2027

    Miramar Beach, United States 🇺🇸

    With Preservation Hall Jazz Band

    1 / 7 Gospel & Pioneers artists14% Gospel & Pioneers

  4. Strings & Sol 2026

    Dec 9 – Dec 13, 2026

    Puerto Morelos, Mexico 🇲🇽

    With Jerry Douglas

    1 / 13 Gospel & Pioneers artistsout of a 14-artist lineup8% Gospel & Pioneers

  5. The Big Easy Cruise

    Jan 16 – Jan 23, 2027

    Fort Lauderdale, United States 🇺🇸

    With The Blind Boys of Alabama

    1 / 13 Gospel & Pioneers artistsout of a 17-artist lineup8% Gospel & Pioneers

  6. Suwannee Amp Jam 2027

    Feb 25 – Feb 27, 2027

    Live Oak, United States 🇺🇸

    With Dumpstaphunk

    1 / 14 Gospel & Pioneers artistsout of a 22-artist lineup7% Gospel & Pioneers

  7. Tampa Bay Blues Festival 2027

    Apr 9 – Apr 11, 2027

    St. Petersburg, United States 🇺🇸

    With SHEMEKIA COPELAND

    1 / 14 Gospel & Pioneers artists7% Gospel & Pioneers

  8. Cayamo 2027

    Feb 26 – Mar 5, 2027

    Miami & St. Johns, United States 🇺🇸

    With Valerie June, SHEMEKIA COPELAND

    2 / 35 Gospel & Pioneers artistsout of a 40-artist lineup6% Gospel & Pioneers

  9. Country 2 Country (C2C) 2027

    Mar 12 – Mar 14, 2027

    London, United Kingdom 🇬🇧

    With Jelly Roll

    1 / 22 Gospel & Pioneers artistsout of a 23-artist lineup5% Gospel & Pioneers

  10. Karrusel

    Aug 26 – Aug 28, 2027

    Refshaleøen, Denmark 🇩🇰

    With Valentina

    1 / 21 Gospel & Pioneers artistsout of a 34-artist lineup5% Gospel & Pioneers

Upcoming Gospel & Pioneers festivals

All Gospel & Pioneers festivals, near you or worldwide

23 upcoming Gospel & Pioneers festivals worldwide: the 21 with an announced line-up, plus 2 whose line-up is still partial, or not announced yet while their previous edition featured this genre. Narrow down by area, region, country or continent.