"If you came to this set looking to be cheered up, you're screwed," White deadpanned from the stage. His music can give goosebumps, even on a sunny summer day; hear his set at Newport now.

John Paul White: Newport Folk Festival 2017

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Bermuda Triangle, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2018

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Brandi Carlile, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2018

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Khruangbin, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2018

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John Paul White: Newport Folk Festival 2017

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