Bob Dylan played electric guitar for the first time at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival, surprising fans and rewriting music history.
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The 2025 Newport Folk Festival sold out in just 60 seconds—before even revealing a single artist on the lineup.
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Joni Mitchell surprised fans with her first full set in over 20 years at the Newport Folk Festival, performing some of her biggest hits like 'Both Sides Now' and 'Big Yellow Taxi.' 🎸
