SpotlightJune2017

NEWPORT FOLK FESTIVAL

When:  June 28 th – 30 th , 2017 Where: Newport, RI, USA

Why:  The Newport Folk Festival takes place every year at Fort Adams State Park, in Newport, Rhode Island, which began in 1962 and is now the longest continuously running music festival in North America. The festi- val’s over 60 artist performances take place over the four stages located at Fort Adams which is well known for its beautiful setting. The festival features performances by folk, blues, country, bluegrass and folk rock musi- cians, and since the 1990s has featured performers from related contemporary genres, such as alternative country, indie folk and folk punk. For more information on this event go to: www.newportfolk.org Follow on Twitter: @Newportfolkfest

PANORAMA NYC MUSIC FESTIVAL

When:  June 28 th – 30 th , 2017 Where: New York, NY, USA

Why:  Panorama Festival offers a sprawling multi-stage affair with a lineup of heavy hitters and up-and- coming acts over three days. The Randalls Island festival attracts some of the biggest names in hip-hop, indie-rock, pop and beyond and is considered as one of the best events in July for New York. For more information on this event go to: www.panorama.nyc Follow on Twitter: @PanoramaNYC

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