What's Happening: Newport Folk Festival

Saturday brings twists of country to the Newport Folk Festival - The Boston Globe

If it's a truism to say that the Newport festival is no longer simply about folk music, it’s equally true to say that you never have to look hard to find some.

What's Happening: Newport Folk Festival

NEWPORT, R.I. (WPRI) -- The Newport Folk Festival, founded by George Wein in 1959, is back for another year! The festival takes place on the grounds at Fort Adams State Park and features four stages of world class musicians, food, vendors and a number of exhibits- along with some surprises! Ashley Erling has a preview! Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch 12 News Now on WPRI.com or with…

Hayley Williams, Weyes Blood, Jeff Tweedy, & More Join Bleachers At Newport Folk Fest

Yesterday was the first day of Rhode Island’s Newport Folk Festival. There was a bit of a weather issue when a flash storm hit and the crowd had to shelter in place for a little while, but the event persisted nonetheless. A highlight was Bleachers’ set, which featured appearances from Hayley Williams, Weyes Blood, Jeff Tweedy, and more.

SNACKTIME rocks Newport Folk Festival, perform with Choir School of Newport County - What's Up Newp

Philadelphia-based band SNACKTIME brought their high-energy funk sound to the Newport Folk Festival stage Friday morning, performing their debut set at the prestigious festival from 11:05 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. on the Quad Stage. The early performance time proved no obstacle for the band, which describes its sound as “funk and roll and a whole […] The post SNACKTIME rocks Newport Folk Festival, perform with Choir School of Newport County appeared fi…