Providence RI, Aug 26, 2017 -- Providence based blues band The Silks perform during the Blues & BBQ Festival at Bold Point Park in Providence. Lead vocalist Tyler-James Kelly takes a lead.

A down and dirty celebration of blues, beer, and BBQ, this one-day festival promises amped up musical powerhouses and a BBQ Alley serving up smoky favorites. 8 hours of live jams from six bands: Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band, Robert Randolph & The Family Band, The Silks, Barrett Anderson Band Cannibal Ramblers, Cee Cee & The Riders. All paired with savory offerings and cold brews for a quality dose of southern hospitality right here on the RI waterfront! . Bold Point Park on the East Providence Waterfront! [The Providence Journal / David DelPoio]