Newport Folk Festival Newport Tickets - Fort Adams State Park

Thee Sacred Souls

20 concerts

Thee Sacred Souls, a young band from San Diego, is known for their soulful sound and exquisite craftsmanship. With millions of Spotify listeners, they've impressed celebrity fans like SZA and Alicia Keys. Their NPR Tiny Desk performance was a hit, marking them as rising stars in just two years.

Turnpike Troubadours

21 concerts

Turnpike Troubadours, from Oklahoma, blend Woody Guthrie's folk and Waylon Jennings' honky tonk with bluegrass and Cajun. Popular for "Goodbye Normal Street," they hit country and rock charts, and sold out arenas. After a hiatus, they returned with 2023's "A Cat in the Rain," produced by Shooter Jennings. They’ve shared the stage with Miranda Lambert and Little Big Town.

Jonathan Richman

13 concerts

Jonathan Richman, born in Natick, MA, is a versatile singer/songwriter known for evolving from a proto-punk bandleader with the Modern Lovers to an acoustic balladeer. Influenced by the Velvet Underground, his music spans playful tunes like "Ice Cream Man" to poetic multilingual ballads. He collaborated with Ric Ocasek and Jerry Harrison, and appeared in "There's Something About Mary." His well-received albums include "Jonathan Sings," "I'm So Confused," and "Sa," featuring distinct, sincere storytelling across languages and genres.

Mdou Moctar

11 concerts

Mdou Moctar, hailing from Niger, is known for his Tuareg protest music. His acoustic album, *Tears of Injustice*, recorded in Brooklyn, reflects Niger's political turmoil.

Goose

16 concerts

Goose, an American rock band from Connecticut, blends indie-rock hooks with improvisation. Known for hits like "Dripfield," they've sold out iconic venues like Red Rocks, headlined MSG, and appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Their music combines tight musicianship with emotional honesty.

Noah Kahan

6 concerts

Vermont's Noah Kahan, a 2x GRAMMY-nominated artist, blends Folk, Americana, and Rock. Known for “Stick Season” and hits with Post Malone, he champions mental health too.

Jaime Wyatt

1 concert

Jaime Wyatt, hailed for raw, honest lyrics and a powerful voice, blends country and soul. Known for acclaimed albums like Felony Blues and Neon Cross, she’s praised for storytelling and emotional depth.

Billy Strings

33 concerts

Billy Strings' latest album, "Highway Prayers," recorded in LA and Nashville, features his band and collaborators like Jon Brion and Jerry Douglas. It includes fan-favorites like "Seven Weeks In County" and "Cabin Song."

Jon Batiste

36 concerts

Jon Batiste, a New Orleans-born multi-GRAMMY® and Oscar winner, blends blues, soul, reggae, and gospel in bold, groove-driven music. Known for rich, raw performances and collaborations with Andra Day and Randy Newman.

Bartees Strange

6 concerts

Raised in rural America, Bartees Strange fuses diverse influences like Parliament Funkadelic and Neil Young with hip-hop and indie rock, creating a unique sonic pastiche.

John Oates

2 concerts

John Oates, born in NYC and raised near Philadelphia, co-founded Hall & Oates, achieving over 80M album sales and 20 Top 40 hits. He's a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, lauded solo artist with 8 albums, and an Americana musician. His autobiography, "Change of Season," is a best-seller.

The Beths

49 concerts

The Beths, an indie band from New Zealand, are known for catchy, introspective rock. Led by Elizabeth Stokes, they've earned critical acclaim and global fans for albums like *Expert In A Dying Field.* Their work explores life's cyclical struggles with sharp lyrics and engaging melodies.

The Heavy Heavy

14 concerts

UK-based band The Heavy Heavy, formed by Georgie Fuller and William Turner, blends soulful rock & roll with British roots. Known for songs from their debut EP "Life and Life Only" and album "One Of A Kind," they draw comparisons to Jefferson Airplane and Fleetwood Mac. With two top-five AAA radio singles, they’ve sold out shows globally, receiving acclaim from NME and The Guardian. Turner produced and mixed their music in Brighton.

Bella White

1 concert

Calgary-born Bella White blends fresh country/folk with deep bluegrass roots. Known for her debut album "Just Like Leaving," she embraces musical freedom, transcending traditional styles as a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.

My Morning Jacket

19 concerts

Louisville's My Morning Jacket, known for their thrilling live shows and innovative rock sound, has deeply influenced musicians and won numerous awards.

The Hold Steady

10 concerts

The Hold Steady, formed by Craig Finn in NYC, blend indie and punk with classic rock vibes. Known for tales in tracks like "Almost Killed Me," they gained fame with albums like "Teeth Dreams." They've worked with Franz Nicolay and Josh Kaufman, among others. Their 2023 album, "The Price of Progress," showcases rich storytelling.