Live music isn’t just a performance—it’s a shared heartbeat, a communal memory, a moment that echoes long after the lights go out. That’s the energy All Things Considered Live brings to JamFest, and tonight, we tap straight into the source.
At 7 PM, we welcome another chapter in NPR Music’s acclaimed live recording series, and it’s not just a show—it’s a statement. And in other major music news? Country superstar Luke Combs is about to step into hallowed territory this July with his long-awaited debut at the Newport Folk Festival—and the vibes are already buzzing like a tube amp on full blast.
All Things Considered Live: Tuning Into the Soul of America
All Things Considered Live is where music breathes and stories bloom. Every week, NPR Music captures performances from across the country, from shadowy jazz clubs to sunlit festival stages, and turns them into sonic postcards from the American soundscape.
These aren’t polished, auto-tuned studio cuts—they’re raw, vulnerable, in-the-moment snapshots of artists doing what they do best: connecting. From rising indie trailblazers to legendary names like Brandi Carlile, Johnny Cash, and Pete Seeger, every performance becomes part of a living archive of creativity, culture, and collective memory.
Tonight, tune in at 7 PM for another intimate, powerful session from the All Things Considered Live series. Whether you’re cooking dinner or laying in the grass watching the sky fade from blue to purple, this is music made to move you.
Luke Combs Heads to Newport: A Country Titan Meets a Folk Institution
In one of the most anticipated moments of the summer, Luke Combs—stadium-slaying country heavyweight—is about to bring his North Carolina grit to the Newport Folk Festival stage for the very first time. And while he might be used to fireworks and tens of thousands of fans, this is something else entirely.
“This is sacred ground,” Combs told fans this week. “I might just shotgun a beer in honor of the legends who’ve played here before me.”
The 66-year-old festival has long been a launchpad for music that matters—hosting historic sets by Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, and more recently, The Lumineers and Brandi Carlile. For Combs, stepping into that lineage isn’t just a gig—it’s a pilgrimage. His debut this July marks a genre-bending, boundary-breaking moment for the Folk Fest faithful and country fans alike.
Get ready for a set that bridges old soul with new swagger, tradition with thunder. Newport’s not just opening its doors to Luke Combs—it’s opening its heart.
Giving Back with Every Note: Newport Festivals Foundation Launches Music Education Plates
If you needed another reason to love Newport, the Newport Festivals Foundation just dropped one more. This month, they unveiled custom license plates that directly benefit their Free Music Lessons Program—an initiative bringing instruments, teachers, and inspiration to kids who might otherwise miss out on music’s magic.
Every plate sold helps fund workshops, mentorships, and gear for aspiring artists in underserved communities. It’s music doing what it does best—opening doors, lifting spirits, and sparking dreams.
Whether you’re rolling down the highway to your next show or parked in the driveway with your favorite playlist humming, repping one of these plates is a powerful way to keep the beat going for the next generation.
What’s Next on the JamFest Schedule? Mark Your Calendars.
If tonight’s All Things Considered Live has you fired up, just wait until you see what’s coming next. Here’s a taste of the upcoming summer lineup, packed with legends and moments that demand your ears:
Tonight, We Listen. This Summer, We Celebrate.
Whether you’re here for the live recordings, the folk anthems, or just the feeling that live music still means something, JamFest is your destination. So tune in tonight, dream about July, and if you haven’t already—get your Newport plates, support music education, and help pass the mic to the next generation.
🎧 Tonight at 7 PM – All Things Considered Live only on JamFest Radio
📻 Streaming live from the front row of music history
Music is moving, history is echoing, and the vibe is electric—welcome to another unforgettable day at JamFest. As we ride the rhythm of Memorial Day, we’re not only reflecting on the legends who built the soundtrack of our lives—we’re looking forward. Tonight marks a standout moment: All Things Considered Live is back on JamFest Radio, and this time, it’s kicking off a summer lineup you’re going to want to bookmark, blast, and replay on loop.
Tonight: All Things Considered Live Brings the Pulse of America to JamFest
At 7:00 PM, All Things Considered Live returns to the JamFest airwaves with its signature blend of soul, sound, and storytelling. Powered by NPR Music and recorded at some of the most iconic venues and festivals in the nation, this series is more than just live music—it’s a living document of American culture.
Whether it’s a smoky blues set in a Chicago club or a folk revival moment on the coast of Rhode Island, every episode takes you on a journey. It’s raw. It’s real. And it reminds us why we fell in love with live music in the first place.
From the grit of the city to the hush of the countryside, All Things Considered Live captures performances that matter—from rising stars to legacy acts still lighting up the stage. These are the moments that shape culture and leave their mark.
Tune in tonight and get swept up in the magic that only live, unfiltered sound can deliver.
Just Announced: June & July Lineup for All Things Considered Live on JamFest
Set your reminders, mark your calendars, and charge your speakers. The June and July schedule for All Things Considered Live has officially dropped—and it’s stacked with icons and moments that deserve a front-row seat.
June 2025
📅 Mon, June 2 – 7:00 PM
Lou Rawls – Newport Jazz Festival, 1991
Smooth, soulful, and soaked in groove. Relive Lou Rawls’ timeless performance at Newport, where jazz met storytelling and swagger.
📅 Mon, June 16 – 9:00 PM
Brandi Carlile – Newport Folk Festival, 2008
Brandi’s early set still shimmers. A young powerhouse in full bloom, her voice cuts through the noise with emotion and authenticity.
📅 Mon, June 23 – 9:00 PM
Pete Seeger – Live at Newport
One of folk music’s founding voices. Pete’s live set is both an anthem and a call to action—protest and poetry in perfect harmony.
📅 Mon, June 30 – 9:00 PM
Johnny Cash – Newport Folk Festival, 1964
The Man in Black meets the spirit of folk. This performance is a gritty, heartfelt chapter in American music history.
July 2025
📅 Mon, July 7 – 7:00 PM
Brian Fallon & The Horrible Crowes – Newport Folk Festival, 2015
New Jersey’s own brings fire and finesse in this electric set that blurred the lines between folk, punk, and pure emotion.
📅 Mon, July 14 – 9:00 PM
The Avett Brothers – Newport Folk Festival, 2013
A raucous, foot-stomping showcase from one of Americana’s finest. Harmonies. Heartstrings. Huge energy.
📅 Mon, July 21 – 9:00 PM
Newport Folk Festival, 1960 – The Revival Begins
Step back to the festival that lit the fuse. This archival treasure captures the birth of a movement.
📅 Mon, July 28 – 9:00 PM
The Lumineers – Newport Folk Festival, 2013
When a band catches lightning in a bottle. The Lumineers’ breakout set was an instant classic that turned whispers into roars.
Looking Ahead, Listening Back
At JamFest, we celebrate the music that moves us—past, present, and future. This summer, All Things Considered Live is more than a series of shows. It’s a bridge across generations, genres, and geography. It’s the soundtrack of our shared experiences, recorded live and played back with love.
So crank the volume. Call your crew. Get ready to ride the highs and harmonies all season long.
🎧 Catch tonight’s episode of All Things Considered Live at 7:00 PM right here on JamFest.
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