The Himalayan Blues Festival begins today at various venues in Kathmandu. Featuring a galaxy of blues artistes like Jose Luis Pardo, Baba Richie & the Raags, Magnus Rosen & others, the festival will run till 21st November 2010. The artistes will be performing at these venues – Attic Bar, Lazimpat; Madz Lounge, Gairidhara; Lakhey, Durbarmarg; Bourbon Room, Lal Durbar; De la Soul, Thamel and Comfort Zone.