Spring Harp Fest, San Diego’s own annual harmonica music festival, has announced that international artist Brody Buster will headline its free 2026 event. Buster, a child star, earned early acclaim playing with great artists in his childhood, and went on to win the 2017 International Blues Challenge in Memphis. The artist recently released a new album of original work, Redemption, available on most streaming platforms.
The 2026 lineup of local harmonica stars includes Dan McDowell, Mike Maldonado, Harmonica John Frazer, Gonzalo Dremoniz, Troy Sandow, and Billy Watson. Bands include the Blue Healers, The Tradition, Jump Start, and the International Silver String Submarine Band.
Spring Harp Fest will be held Saturday, April 4, from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Harry Griffen Park in La Mesa, CA.