In 2026, we celebrate 10 years of blues in Vila do Conde—a decade of unforgettable experiences, outstanding artists, and an audience that lives and breathes music. From February 20–22, join us at the Vila do Conde Municipal Theater for a commemorative edition that promises to elevate the unique energy and spirit of Villa Sessions.

A celebration that honors the past, resonates in the present, and prepares for the future. This is your invitation to be part of history.

Portuguese Blues Reunion brings to Villa Sessions 2026 a unique fusion of talent, sensitivity, and history: Budda Guedes, Mário Laginha, and Frankie Chavez join forces to reinterpret the blues from an authentically Portuguese perspective, full of soul and emotion.

·         Budda Guedes, known for his versatile career rooted in blues and rock-blues, joins

·         Mário Laginha, a highly esteemed figure in the national music scene, and

·         Frankie Chavez, voice and guitar with roots in Portuguese blues/folk/roots.

Together, they offer a concert where tradition and contemporaneity meet, exploring original repertoire and intense interpretations with the depth and richness only masters of blues can provide.

On the stage of the Vila do Conde Municipal Theater, this ensemble promises a vibrant, intimate experience: from nostalgic melancholy to visceral groove, with heartfelt harmonies, creative arrangements, and a stage dynamic that prioritizes authenticity and audience connection.

This edition of Portuguese Blues Reunion is more than a concert—it is a celebration of a musical legacy, a meeting of generations and styles, and one of the most intense and memorable experiences of the festival.

If you love blues with body, voice, and heart—rooted in Portugal yet universally expressive—this is a moment not to be missed.