I’m still a relative newcomer to the Newport Folk Festival, compared to friends who have been attending for 20+ years. The first year I attended was 2012 and I think it will be a part of my life for years to come.

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For the past couple of years, NFF decided to do rolling announcements of the lineup rather than announcing the entire lineup at the same time. It’s part frustrating (because I want to know NOW) but mostly exciting (who’s going to be announced NEXT).

The first announcements were made over the past week.  They are:

Courtney Barnett – an Australian musician who is wowing audiences across the US

Sturgill Simpson – one of the hottest musicians on the Nashville music scene today

Haunt the House – this band is described as falling somewhere between a bedroom whispered heart broken prayer and a brilliant repentant cry in the dark

So far, I’m already thrilled that I have a three-day ticket.

I plan to post the announcements weekly until NFF has completed the entire lineup. At that point, I might offer my opinions on the acts, once I know who is performing which day.

At this point, the only remaining type of ticket is the Friday single-day ticket. This is an amazing festival – even going for one day is worth it. Get your tickets now!!!

Friday: Haunt the House

Saturday:  Courtney Barnett, Sturgill Simpson