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Ken Abrams

I Got a Song - A History of the Newport Folk Festival

I Got a Song - A History of the Newport Folk Festival

A new book on the history of the Newport Folk Festival is a treasure trove for music fans. Former Providence Journal reporter Rick Massimo has written the first complete account of the legendary festival, describing its many successes and occasional blunders. Massimo interviewed many of the major organizers the festival,
Ken Abrams 14 May 2017
Catching Up with the Drive-By Truckers

Catching Up with the Drive-By Truckers

The Drive-By Truckers rolled into Providence, RI last week carrying a rock show with a strong message. The band with roots in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, put on a show like they used to make ‘em - complete with provocative songwriting, screaming guitars, and a heavy dose of badassery. Southern Accents
Ken Abrams 15 Mar 2016

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