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Getting To Know John Legend

August 29, 2024

Words by Ambar Ramirez On stage we’ve seen him in his nicest suits, angled in perfect lighting with buttery vocals and charming smiles. John Legend has made a name for himself in the limelight, but when the lights dim and the venue empties, who is John Legend? Sure, there’s social media, offering that surface-level connection—and Legend, nor his

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New Artist: Mar

Words and Photos by Amiyah Golden Dynamism, inclination, proficiency and soul all come together and embrace the talent that oozes out of local Jacksonville singer Mar. His name alone precedes him as I’ve heard it circulate through various artist circles — always met with great acclaim —

Divorce Culture

Words and Photos by Amiyah Golden Some things are just destined

Interview with Scotty Bayer

Words by Shelton Hull Scotty Bayer’s Christmas present to himself was a

Local Artist Spotlight: Kill Tactik

March 28, 2024

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Words by Amiyah Golden Rock music and culture hold such a special place in my heart. It’s one that can’t be explained unless you immerse yourself in the genre and the scene, and the best adjective I can give you is liberation. With a rich history of origin,

Cliff Dorsey: Small-Town Hero With A Southern Heart

February 1, 2024

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Words by Carson Rich High Springs, Florida, known for its charming small-town atmosphere, is now becoming a hotbed for musical talent as an ambitious young country singer/songwriter aims to make it big in the heart of the country music scene. Meet Cliff Dorsey, a rising star with a voice that

Southern Sounds: Stephen Carey Q&A

December 29, 2023

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Words by Carson Rich How did you get started playing music? I got my first guitar for my 11th birthday, and within about a year, I was playing along with Green Day and Blink-182 songs. Girls were impressed by this so I stuck with it. My parents have

Wish You Were Here with Floyd Nation

November 30, 2023

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Words by Carmen Macri and Ambar Ramirez “We don’t hold ourselves out to be these rock stars we’re not. We’re just people. We’re just people that just happen to be able to play Pink Floyd really well.” – John Conrath, Floyd Nation It’s unfortunate, really, that our generation

Artist Spotlight: Liza Attic

November 30, 2023

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Words by Amiyah Golden Meet Liza Attic, a local Jacksonville band that is composed of four friends who love to create music filled with passion, purpose, and inspiration from late band member, Max Higney. With a sound that’s unique to Jacksonville’s music scene but pays homage to those

A Conversation With Tinsley Ellis

November 30, 2023

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Words by Carson Rich A singer-songwriter from Atlanta, Tinsely Ellis has been blessing fans’ ears with sounds of rock, folk and blues for over three decades now. His influence spreads wildly among today’s artists as his discography exemplifies nothing short of timeless symphonies. “Folio” had the opportunity to speak with

Some Things in This Life Are Meant to Be: Noah Hunton’s Journey Toward Success

August 29, 2023

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Noah Hunton’s Journey Toward Success Words by Carson Rich Noah Hunton is a rising singer/songwriter who has always had dreams of being at the top. Since the time he picked up a guitar in the sixth grade, he has always envisioned himself on the big stage like the ones before

Southern Sounds

June 29, 2023

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An Interview With Musician Rachael Sage Words by Carson Rich Rachael Sage is a woman of many talents who has been inspiring people all over the world through her music. An award-winning singer songwriter in her own right, she’s also worked with Grammy winners Judy Collins and Sarah McLachlan. We

Born in a Barn: From Macclenny to Hollywood: Dylan Gerard has ‘The Voice’

May 31, 2023

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Words By Rob Nicholson Macclenny’s own Dylan Gerard is “always trying to write his next favorite song.” Drawing on inspiration from artists like Otis Redding, Bonnie Raitt, Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash, and bands including The Eagles and Lynyrd Skynyrd, creating a mix between country and rock and Americana.

Born in a Barn with Dean Winter

November 1, 2022

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Words by Rob Nicholson Dean Winter is likely one of the most unassuming guys you’ll ever meet. Very easy going and relaxed, he’s calming to be around. But stick around until showtime, and you’ll see a very different Dean Winter. When he takes the stage with The Heat,