RaspberryJam Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 Well, someone had to do it, so here's the Newport FF thread. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Magnetized Posted May 18, 2014 Share Posted May 18, 2014 So will this really be solo Jeff or will he bring his new band? Let the speculation begin! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fritz Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 I live in Australia but one day it is my intention to make it to a Newport Folk Festival. May Jeff still be performing solo dates then! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wendy Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 There is one already in "Just A Fan" because Tweedy is performing there. http://viachicago.org/topic/49840-newport-folk-festival-tweedy-solo-07272014/page-2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
twoshedsjackson Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 So will this really be solo Jeff or will he bring his new band? Let the speculation begin!It sounds like he'll be splitting his sets between solo acoustic and full band. Should be interesting. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted May 19, 2014 Author Share Posted May 19, 2014 There is one already in "Just A Fan" because Tweedy is performing there. http://viachicago.org/topic/49840-newport-folk-festival-tweedy-solo-07272014/page-2I know, but we were talking about other bands performing and it felt like we Newport attendees were hijacking the thread. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
twoshedsjackson Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 I know, but we were talking about other bands performing and it felt like we Newport attendees were hijacking the thread.I agree. Better to have a new thread. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cold as Gasoline Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 Agree too. Bought tickets for both of the aftershows that went on sale today. The Milk Carton Kids are a no-brainer for me (love them) but the other one is basically anonymous, billed as "Heartbreaker Banquet W/ Electric Lady/robot Fondue" (any guesses?) I'll take a chance and I can surely unload the ticket if it's something I'm not too enthused about. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Magnetized Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 I got the Milk Carton Kids aftershow too, but wasn't so sure about whether my friend would want to go two nights in a row. Are these things almost always a tough ticket to get? Like, do you think Saturday tickets would be easy to unload if I got them and we changed our minds? FOMO, you know! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wendy Posted May 20, 2014 Share Posted May 20, 2014 I know, but we were talking about other bands performing and it felt like we Newport attendees were hijacking the thread.Ooh, good thing I didn't merge the 2 threads then. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cold as Gasoline Posted May 20, 2014 Share Posted May 20, 2014 I got the Milk Carton Kids aftershow too, but wasn't so sure about whether my friend would want to go two nights in a row. Are these things almost always a tough ticket to get? Like, do you think Saturday tickets would be easy to unload if I got them and we changed our minds? FOMO, you know!Oh yes, FOMO is the only reason I bought one Unfortunately I have never been to the NFF before, so I don't know how much in demand these things are. I'm also trying to figure out the timing. The aftershows start at 9PM, which makes me think the regular headliners must wrap up awfully early. Anyone have insight on this? I also feel compelled for the Watkins Family Hour on Sunday, as a Nickel Creek fan, so I will probably buy a preemptive FOMO (on Chris Thile) ticket for that too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted May 20, 2014 Author Share Posted May 20, 2014 Yes, the Newport FF proper ends kind of early. There's little lighting out there, I think is the reason. There WILL be lines for the ferries leaving the fort. It will be one of the coolest things you will do though, taking a little boat out around the mega yachts where they leave all their lights on. I would expect the aftershows to sell out, especially after lineups leak. Usually, Deer Tick hosts one at a bar as well. I think the Jane Pickens Theater shows are general admission. I could be wrong about that. Also, if you want to eat in a restaurant, get reservations. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
knotgreen Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Got a pair of tickets for The Watkins Family Hour show on Sunday night! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted May 22, 2014 Author Share Posted May 22, 2014 Now that Jeff Tweedy is playing Saturday night in Maine, we know he won't be a special guest on Saturday at the aftershows. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Magnetized Posted May 22, 2014 Share Posted May 22, 2014 Now that Jeff Tweedy is playing Saturday night in Maine, we know he won't be a special guest on Saturday at the aftershows.True, but it does make me think that just MAYBE they'd play on Friday night (Freeport's not a bad drive up from Newport) or possibly Sunday night after the show. How, I wonder, do you find out which aftershow you should buy? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted May 29, 2014 Author Share Posted May 29, 2014 Interesting that Beck is playing in Providence, RI on Saturday, the 26th. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tinnitus photography Posted May 29, 2014 Share Posted May 29, 2014 i can't think they'd have the same headliner two years in a row, but who knows. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted May 30, 2014 Author Share Posted May 30, 2014 These shows were also announced this week. I will probably buy a Saturday night ticket for this and hold onto my cards for Sunday. In my experience, these shows are more crazy than the Pickens Theater shows. Oops. Forgot link. http://www.pledgemusic.com/artists/deertickandfriends Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted June 1, 2014 Author Share Posted June 1, 2014 I was able to get 2 for saturday night for the after show with Deer Tick. Apparently they sold out all 3 nights in 2 minutes and people are PISSED! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tinnitus photography Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 I totally forgot about that. Oh well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted June 9, 2014 Author Share Posted June 9, 2014 Jack White! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tinnitus photography Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 doing Black Keys covers! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted June 9, 2014 Author Share Posted June 9, 2014 doing Black Keys covers!Haha! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
knotgreen Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 I don't get Jack White. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RaspberryJam Posted June 9, 2014 Author Share Posted June 9, 2014 I don't get Jack White.I totally do. But you know who I don't get? Grace Potter. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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