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I haven't cried through all this until now watching Jay Sweet on Instagram right now.
I just started watching a link I found to it. I had to stop. It's heartbeaking. I'll watch the rest later. It's just so damn sad. Smaller artists we've seen telling Jay they're on food stamps. Jay raising money to help hundreds of them and helping more all the time. Jim James getting 20 grand from Levi's for an at home sponsorship and telling them to wire the money to Newport to help other artists. Tank and the bangas helped. Newport didn't have to refund us. Others didn't. They just know it's right. But they're in trouble. Make no mistake. There is no money from tickets. No money from parking. No money from vendors this year. Some vendors are helping them help artists but Newport itself might be the next victim. The next 14 days will tell. This thing we love is another victim of COVID 19 and the festival is on life support. I get it. There's much bigger suffering going on around us and it's just a music festival but Newport deserves to survive. To see them think of others more than themselves at a time like this. Newport deserves to survive and thrive. I want to see George and Jay walk out on stage smiling some day for George's 100th birthday and talk about how we help save this festival. Help them if you can. Whatever if any you can afford. If you can't they understand.
Yes, I watched the entire Facebook interview live. Missed the Instagram discussion.
This place has gone dead silent compared to Folk Family on Facebook. So if I may indulge -- here is my rationale for taking one $500 membership despite the possibility I may not ever attend again.
Just so you really know about me. We are safe, have food and a roof; I am also one of the increasing rarities at Newport: I just turned the big 6-5 on 5/1. I really don't enjoy concerts with many from the the "Woodstock generation," (a few years before me). "Harry, you want some peanuts? I gotta go pee," is perhaps the cliche, with the extra large chairs and broad-rimmed hats. That is not me. I was in a mosh pit just two years ago. But three days does take a toll, and I loved every one of you who asked how I am in the sun, why I was kneeling (probably looking for my sunglasses), wanted to talk about my Third Man Record tee-shirt, or said, omg, my teacher from 2003! You guys are great. I don't know another fest where I would feel so comfortable and welcome. But this cancellation hit me hard. I don't know where this goes for me, even if the fest survives, although I would like to do one more with my son, now 30.
When Casey first came with us a few years ago, he was not a "folk" guy and I thought he would hate it. But after years at Gov Ball et al., he immediately embraced the music (he knew more than I thought), the smaller crowds, and most of all -- the vibes you, the musicians, Jay and staff, George, all bring to this incredible gathering! It's not about history, or Dylan going electric, or beautiful locale, but the performers who "make the meal" and the community you have all made .
My son is representative of you all. He seemed more more upset than I about the cancellation. I worry about how much is on your plate now and going forward, and music must remain an essential language we speak, a way to express regardless of how draconian the government may become, a foundation of education, learning, and the very soul of a society. What better place to stand that ground than the Newport music family?
So, while I quit teaching a year ago, and my wife is furloughed, I still can rationalize that $500 makes sense for me personally, as well as being an essential donation. The Foundation did not charge an additional $100, which they should have done, for my pre-sale, and I was going to pay that, anyway. I expect ticket prices to rise, next year, and I am saving $1,000, at least, on transport and rooms. So its easy to rationalize the personal decision. I have difficulty with the tiered ticket price, but as the pandemic does not fall under insurance, the losses in revenue and advanced monies must be enormous. One wonders whether the festival can make up this debt over the next few years without some "financial angel" or losing some independence. I've already seen Pete Seeger's Clearwater Hudson River revival go under. And, yes, it is maybe 50-50 what happens next year.
The more concerning question is whether my dollars could be better used helping the local food pantries, first responders, et al. Immediately, yes. Longterm, the Foundation, and the festival which is the clarion call of the Foundation, must survive if we are to come out of this as a community and society that is truly human and kind. I'll wager $500 on that. Hope to see you online Newport weekend and at the Fort next year.
Post by sigurrosfan on May 8, 2020 16:39:23 GMT -5
I tuned into the Watkins Family Hour live stream last night and it was pretty good. They played most of their new album all the way through. Plus they had a few special guests like Mike Viola, John C. Reilly, and Gaby Moreno. Sara and Sean had really good sound and video quality although their guests were slightly lower quality.
They are doing shows every Thursday this month with some announced guests and some additional unannounced guests. "Tickets" are $10 and a portion is donated to MusiCares Covid-19 Relief Fund and are available on their website www.watkinsfamilyhour.com/
- May 14: The War & Treaty, Taylor Goldsmith and Mandy Moore - May 21: Ruston Kelly and Tré Burt - May 28: Mandolin Orange
Yes, I watched the entire Facebook interview live. Missed the Instagram discussion.
This place has gone dead silent compared to Folk Family on Facebook. So if I may indulge -- here is my rationale for taking one $500 membership despite the possibility I may not ever attend again.
Just so you really know about me. We are safe, have food and a roof; I am also one of the increasing rarities at Newport: I just turned the big 6-5 on 5/1. I really don't enjoy concerts with many from the the "Woodstock generation," (a few years before me). "Harry, you want some peanuts? I gotta go pee," is perhaps the cliche, with the extra large chairs and broad-rimmed hats. That is not me. I was in a mosh pit just two years ago. But three days does take a toll, and I loved every one of you who asked how I am in the sun, why I was kneeling (probably looking for my sunglasses), wanted to talk about my Third Man Record tee-shirt, or said, omg, my teacher from 2003! You guys are great. I don't know another fest where I would feel so comfortable and welcome. But this cancellation hit me hard. I don't know where this goes for me, even if the fest survives, although I would like to do one more with my son, now 30.
When Casey first came with us a few years ago, he was not a "folk" guy and I thought he would hate it. But after years at Gov Ball et al., he immediately embraced the music (he knew more than I thought), the smaller crowds, and most of all -- the vibes you, the musicians, Jay and staff, George, all bring to this incredible gathering! It's not about history, or Dylan going electric, or beautiful locale, but the performers who "make the meal" and the community you have all made .
My son is representative of you all. He seemed more more upset than I about the cancellation. I worry about how much is on your plate now and going forward, and music must remain an essential language we speak, a way to express regardless of how draconian the government may become, a foundation of education, learning, and the very soul of a society. What better place to stand that ground than the Newport music family?
So, while I quit teaching a year ago, and my wife is furloughed, I still can rationalize that $500 makes sense for me personally, as well as being an essential donation. The Foundation did not charge an additional $100, which they should have done, for my pre-sale, and I was going to pay that, anyway. I expect ticket prices to rise, next year, and I am saving $1,000, at least, on transport and rooms. So its easy to rationalize the personal decision. I have difficulty with the tiered ticket price, but as the pandemic does not fall under insurance, the losses in revenue and advanced monies must be enormous. One wonders whether the festival can make up this debt over the next few years without some "financial angel" or losing some independence. I've already seen Pete Seeger's Clearwater Hudson River revival go under. And, yes, it is maybe 50-50 what happens next year.
The more concerning question is whether my dollars could be better used helping the local food pantries, first responders, et al. Immediately, yes. Longterm, the Foundation, and the festival which is the clarion call of the Foundation, must survive if we are to come out of this as a community and society that is truly human and kind. I'll wager $500 on that. Hope to see you online Newport weekend and at the Fort next year.
I'm in my early 60's also and I first started going to NFF ten years ago. I love live music and I love new music. I'm not an oldie person. Most concerts I go to I know I'm probably the oldest one there and I go with my 23yr old niece. Newport always felt like such a good fit for me. It's so welcoming to everyone. It has become a second home to me every summer. Because of my job as a self-employed hair stylist I've been out of work for over two months now. When the festival was canceled I struggled with taking the refund but with bill's piling up I had to do it and I'm sure others were in my situation. I am vowing to make a donation as soon as I get back to work because this festival is so important to me. I think if we could support them whenever and however we can it will survive. Be strong everyone and I can't wait for the joy we will feel next year at Newport!
Post by earthshoe12 on May 11, 2020 15:54:23 GMT -5
Was that someone from this board I just spied in the Newport Insta Story?
Lots of discussion about the membership, but I haven’t heard too many folks wonder about what this will mean for those of us who didnt have tickets this year. It sounds like I can’t afford the membership this year anyway (furloughed) but they did mention they’d offer extras to the general public and I haven’t heard any more about that. Does that mean they’re capping that at whatever they cap the original membership at? How about if too many people who had tickets this year decide to carry over? No matter how many do, it’ll make a tough ticket even tougher to get.
Was that someone from this board I just spied in the Newport Insta Story?
Lots of discussion about the membership, but I haven’t heard too many folks wonder about what this will mean for those of us who didnt have tickets this year. It sounds like I can’t afford the membership this year anyway (furloughed) but they did mention they’d offer extras to the general public and I haven’t heard any more about that. Does that mean they’re capping that at whatever they cap the original membership at? How about if too many people who had tickets this year decide to carry over? No matter how many do, it’ll make a tough ticket even tougher to get.
They’re giving ticket holders until 5/14 to make a decision. After that if any are left, Lyte wait list then general public.
Pickathon decided to go the non-refund route in which you can exchange your ticket for tickets to a future year.
I understand the need for cash now, but I’d suspect that sort of business decision would also result in a compounding loss next year when you don’t have the usual ticket sale revenue to put on the festival.
I’m interested if they try to go the donation route. They claim they break even each year.
Just FYI in one of his chats/interviews Jay said they will have general on sale one way or another. He mentioned that he didn't feel it would be in the spirit of Pete Seger to only offer tickets through the foundation membership / donation program thing whatever its called. My guess is it'll be capped around the amount they normally sell in advance at the fort with maybe I don't know 500 added on to try and cut the sting from this year. Also, I'm beginning to wonder when festivals will be back after reading this article.
And to be Debbie Downer, this article doesn't give me much hope for festivals next year. Logistics would be a nightmare.
If Newport is offering a ticket as part of this, how does that work if the shape of the festival has to change completely?
But you never know what the future holds, I have faith that the there are researchers out there that will develop a vaccine and a form of treatment that can work across the board in time. The real question is how long until all of that is readily available to the general public.
Post by jumpinjamesbrown on May 12, 2020 9:18:30 GMT -5
Finally found the time to start getting some things done, work has been twice as busy since this all began. My tickets for this year were split in two orders so one became revival and the other I donated entirely. I can’t claim it as a deduction but I also don’t care, just want to be able to go to church next summer. Hope everyone is safe and sane!
Just as an FYI, in case it makes it to you, It’s an extra $250ish per ticket. That extra $250 is tax deductible.
Is tax deductible, but *only* if you can itemize. So you basically need to own a house.
Unless tax laws have changed
Tax laws changed a little bit as part of the COVID response. Starting in 2020 calendar year, every taxpayer can take a $300 deduction for charitable contributions even if they don't otherwise itemize. While it's not much, it would allow you to claim that whole amount on your returns and get a small benefit. Of course, if you do itemize, you can obviously reap the benefits of the contribution the more traditional way.
I've thought long and hard about requesting a refund or purchasing a membership. I don't know what next year holds for me, and if I'll be able to travel to Newport at the end of next July. Likely be buying a house within the next year. Still waiting to hear if I get a mandatory temporary furlough. Been trying to spread around donations when appropriate. Etc. Not to mention, there's always the chance that the festival doesn't make it to 2021 or that it's still paramount to avoid large social gatherings through 2021. It'll also be interesting how festivals like this, that probably usually begin booking a year out in advance, will handle booking for next year.
That said, I've decided to purchase a membership because the joy Newport brings won out.
Question for those who have purchased the membership. Has anyone done so as someone who had received tickets through Lyte?
I was selected for tickets through Lyte in January, and I guess I was charged through Lyte at this time. But I have the digital tickets through Eventbrite. Do I make the request for the membership through Lyte? Which won't even process my request until May 14, 11:59 PM. There doesn't seem to be any connection to my account (it doesn't require me to log in) when making the request through Lyte. Or do I make the request through Eventbrite since when Lyte delivered the tickets they did so through Eventbrite and I have an order number? I'm a bit confused. I don't want to miss out on an opportunity to buy a membership, since tomorrow is the last day. But, I'd like to see some confirmation of this decision rather than be placed in some request list via Lyte.
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Post by jumpinjamesbrown on May 13, 2020 16:11:18 GMT -5
I believe you can use the Eventbrite order number since your request was filled but if you email info@newportfestivals.org they will help guide you as well.
I believe you can use the Eventbrite order number since your request was filled but if you email info@newportfestivals.org they will help guide you as well.THis should help:
Info from the Refund page for Lyte buyers:
LYTE buyers, please go here: lyte.com/newportfolk AFFIRM buyers, please go here: affirm.com/help
I'm in my early 60's also and I first started going to NFF ten years ago. I love live music and I love new music. I'm not an oldie person. Most concerts I go to I know I'm probably the oldest one there and I go with my 23yr old niece. Newport always felt like such a good fit for me. It's so welcoming to everyone. It has become a second home to me every summer. Because of my job as a self-employed hair stylist I've been out of work for over two months now. When the festival was canceled I struggled with taking the refund but with bill's piling up I had to do it and I'm sure others were in my situation. I am vowing to make a donation as soon as I get back to work because this festival is so important to me. I think if we could support them whenever and however we can it will survive. Be strong everyone and I can't wait for the joy we will feel next year at Newport!
Cath, thank you for your response. I guess George Wein has us both beat!
I am not an oldies person either...just a music lover. Still, I've attended attended jams where if you don't know, say, Motown songs, the young horn guys will say you gotta learn the roots, man. I love new music, but one of my "guilty pleasures" was satisfied a fews years ago when I caught Chicago at Jones Beach. The dialogue I wrote about someone shouting "I gottaa pee...you wanna salted pretzel," yelled during a song, is directly from the people behind us. But, man, I cannot believe Chicago in those fancy toupees blew the top off the place, albeit with a younger singer and bass player. And Tower of Power! I don't know many horn sections, or drummers like Garibaldi, who can play like those guys. It's all good to me. When I went to CBGB's its last week, I think it was the Pie Tasters who thought I worked the joint and kept asking for cables and, of course, free food and drink. If you know the Pie Tasters, no surprise. After a while, though, I stopped laughing and felt a little uncomfortable. I have always feel like family at Newport. I pray we can hold on to this national treasure.
As someone wrote, there is a sizble chance there is no next year, although it seems to me, just as society needs to be re-imagined, so could large festivals. Newport could theoretically run, say, five, days, with no more than 5,000 on the grounds, with some separation. It would also allow more people to buy tickets -- thus more income. Might mean less big names. But Jay has hinted they are already overwhelmed by performers offering just to show up...fee no issue. As Jay said, we'll just have to find a place for everyone. You know Jim James and Brandi and so many others who "get it" will "make it happen."
RE a few questions I just saw -- You cannot purchase the $100 foundation membership early bird if you don't already have it. Each Revival Membership offers one free guaranteed ticket, the value of which is not tax deductible, and I bet some will wind up on Lyte. There is a limited number of Memberships. And there will be a general sale. Some people may not be competing at the general sale if they already are set. I do fear some knuckle heads will donate the $500, then pay for part of that by placing their ticket on Stub Hub. If no fest, the $500 will probably bring you something for 2022. It may not be a 3-day pass. Looking ahead, perhaps even next year, there may be a lot of smaller venues, perhaps even at the Fort, rather than a huge fest. Whether that is enough money in reserve, plus Memberships to pay off this year's bills, and advance expenses...Jay says we will know sooner than later.
And yes, public sale of the Revival Membership means first asking those who have re-registered on Lye. If you registered to buy tickets, those names are being expunged. That should have been made clear earlier. See you all back here in July, I guess. Do surprise guests count for Bingo?
If it’s coronavirus we’re worried about, I’d much rather be outside at the fort with 9,999 other people than inside Newport Blues Cafe if even restricted to only half capacity.
I've thought long and hard about requesting a refund or purchasing a membership. I don't know what next year holds for me, and if I'll be able to travel to Newport at the end of next July. Likely be buying a house within the next year. Still waiting to hear if I get a mandatory temporary furlough. Been trying to spread around donations when appropriate. Etc. Not to mention, there's always the chance that the festival doesn't make it to 2021 or that it's still paramount to avoid large social gatherings through 2021. It'll also be interesting how festivals like this, that probably usually begin booking a year out in advance, will handle booking for next year.
That said, I've decided to purchase a membership because the joy Newport brings won out.
Question for those who have purchased the membership. Has anyone done so as someone who had received tickets through Lyte?
I was selected for tickets through Lyte in January, and I guess I was charged through Lyte at this time. But I have the digital tickets through Eventbrite. Do I make the request for the membership through Lyte? Which won't even process my request until May 14, 11:59 PM. There doesn't seem to be any connection to my account (it doesn't require me to log in) when making the request through Lyte. Or do I make the request through Eventbrite since when Lyte delivered the tickets they did so through Eventbrite and I have an order number? I'm a bit confused. I don't want to miss out on an opportunity to buy a membership, since tomorrow is the last day. But, I'd like to see some confirmation of this decision rather than be placed in some request list via Lyte.
I got my tickets from Lyte. Lyte should have sent you an email with instructions. Follow that email and fill out the form. You’ll be able to make changes to it until 5/14 11:59. After that, I assume you get charged.
Post by timbobsnow on May 14, 2020 10:23:03 GMT -5
Moses Sumney discusses Newport in his interview with Rolling Stone below. His 2018 set was one of my faves that year and I can't wait to hear the rest of grae tomorrow.
The first time I saw you perform, you took the stage directly after John Prine at a Newport Folk Festival after-show. Oh, my God, yeah. I did a Ray LaMontagne cover!
Has the folk community ever tried to engage with you? That world has never tried to claim me. They’re not in the running [laughs]. They never put it in a bid. I have so much to say about this. I mean, the foundation of my interest in music, of being a musician, is folk music and soul music. When I was conceptualizing as a teenager what kind of artist I wanted to be, I knew I wanted to be soul and folk. Of course, then I grew up, and I was like, “Ooh, now I want to do some rock, and indie, and experimental, and jazz, and blah, blah, blah.” And then I was like, “Wait, why do we have labels? Whatever!”
But my foundation was soul and folk, and I always return to that. That’s always my comfort, my center. Some people see that, and some don’t. It was really cool on my first album cycle to be able to do a Coachella and a Bonnaroo and then do all these jazz festivals, and then do the Newport Folk Festival. That meant a lot to me, to be able to go around the world with my whole band and then show up at a folk festival with a guitar and be like, “I can do this, too.” It’s so important to me. And then, after I played Newport Folk, NPR put up the recording of my set, and called me an R&B artist. I was like, “Whoa, that’s so interesting. I just showed up at a folk festival, played a guitar set, and what you took from that was ‘R&B artist Moses Sumney plays …’ Something’s not clicking! What’s not clicking?” That was one of the moments where I realized I needed to let go of this thing, because it was like, “If this publication that I’ve done so many things with doesn’t get that I’m not just an R&B artist by now … I’m going to get gray hairs over it.’ ”
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