(News/talk 1480 WHBC) – Get ready for some great music as Canton Blues Fest takes over downtown on Friday and Saturday.

The lineup features 18 blues acts on two stages, with live music happening from noon to 10:30 p.m.

Tinsley Ellis will be the headliner on Friday night.

On Saturday night, Kenny Neal will be the headliner.

The annual outdoor blues festival, now in its 18th year, will take place on Market Square (301 Market Ave. N).

The headliners will take the stage nightly at 8:30.