Day two of the 2024 Newport Folk Festival reflected the level of diversity on stage that this festival has achieved. Where else can you experience a poetry reading from Joan Baez, a gospel-inspired hip-hop set from Killer Mike, a spot on Grateful Dead tribute band in drag (Bertha), and a masked gay cowboy (Orville Peck) […]
Gillian Welch
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Six Picks: Thanksgiving Weekend Edition
Thanksgiving weekend is always a big one for local music. The tradition of the “homecoming” show has nationally known local bands playing shows at hometown venues. This weekend is special – most of our “Six Picks” are well-known RI rock bands and members of the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame. Get out and rock! […]