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Updated Aug 1, 2026
holland international blues festival
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- Netherlands
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- Aug 1, 2026
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The Holland International Blues Festival, founded by Johan Derksen, is ending after nearly a decade, prompting reactions and reflections on its legacy.
The Holland International Blues Festival in Grolloo, founded by Johan Derksen, is concluding after nine to ten editions due to challenges that make continuation unfeasible. This decision has elicited disappointment from fans and organizers alike, with Derksen outspokenly criticizing involved parties such as Mojo for their role in the festival's demise.
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