So the Newport Folk Festival may not hew as closely to its titular heritage as it did in its early years, but nobody can deny that last weekend’s lineup was inspired. Modern Americana and roots heavyweights including Angel Olsen, Jim James, Big Thief and Wilco crossed paths with icons like John Prine, constituting one of the more dynamic music events this year. Paste’s own Brad Wagner ventured to Fort Adams State Park, camera in tow, to bring you the gallery above. Check back this weekend when we set our sights on Lollapalooza.
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George Wein at Newport Folk Festival 2017, Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI
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Regina Spektor at Newport Folk Festival 2017, Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI
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Seratones at Newport Folk Festival 2017, Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI
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Grandma's Hands Band at Newport Folk Festival 2017, Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI
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Angel Olsen at Newport Folk Festival 2017, Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI
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Steelism at Newport Folk Festival 2017, Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI
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Jeff Tweedy and Billy Bragg at Newport Folk Festival 2017, Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI
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Dr. Dog at Newport Folk Festival 2017, Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI
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Joseph at Newport Folk Festival 2017, Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI
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Marlon Williams at Newport Folk Festival 2017, Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI