Jānis Vanadziņš

Jānis Vanadziņš is a legendary guitarist often referred to as the father of blues in Latvia. He perceives blues as a reflection of his outlook on life, infused with sadness, black humor, and a touch of cynicism. For him, the BILDES festival serves as a reunion with friends and fellow comrades, providing a platform to showcase a genre that is not widely popular in Latvia, while demonstrating that blues can be both engaging and vibrant.