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Jazz on the Island

September 23, 2024

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Words by Shelton Hull Les DeMerle talks fast, but he moves even faster. At 77, he shows no signs of slowing down as he enters his 21st year running the Amelia Island Jazz Festival, which runs from Sept. 29 through Oct. 6. A child prodigy and industry lifer, DeMerle’s career dates back 66 years to when he was a

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Miracle Collective Festival

Miracle Collective Festival Words by Emily Cheyne & Photos by Marcus Morino The Miracle Collective, a collection of the Jacksonville DIY music scene, is producing the first-ever Miracle Collective festival. This full day festival hosted at the Underbelly will include 20 bands within the hardcore and metal adjacent scene

September New Music Listing

Sept. 6 Toro y Moi “Hole Erth” Toro y Moi (also known

Sad Girl Happy Hour and the Story of How I Survived with Song

Words by Amber Lake & Photos by Charlie Shuck “Seven

New Music December

November 30, 2023

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Dec. 1 Kenny G Holiday time calls for peace and jazz! (I’m sorry. I don’t make the rules. I just enforce them!) And Grammy-award winning saxophonist Kenny G has announced his 20th-studio album right in time for the joyous season. The 12-track project will “embrace the theme of lullabies, a

Sounds from the Jacksonville Fair

November 1, 2023

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Words by Carson Rich The 2023 Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair is right around the corner, taking place from Nov. 2-12. This year’s lineup for their annual concert series is stacked with great artists that will blow you away. Anticipation is high for all performers looking to take the stage,

New Music November

November 1, 2023

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November 10 Pink Pantheress The “Boy’s a liar,” but not this British pop star. Pink Pantheress has announced the release of her debut album, “Heaven Knows.” With the 22-year-old rising to fame through the power of social media with her hit singles, “Boy’s a liar Pt. 2” featuring rapper Ice

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

New Music September

August 29, 2023

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Sept. 1 Puma Blue Described as, “the chronicle of the graciousness within death and rebirth,” UK artist, Jacob Allen, known best by his alias, Puma Blue is sure to entice listeners with his new project, “Holy Waters.” This comes after his 2021 release “In Praise of Shadows” which garnered

1904 Music Hall: The Day the Music Died

August 17, 2023

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1904 Music Hall: The Day the Music Died Words by Amiyah Golden The essence of artistry resides in various nooks and crannies around the city. With spaces like 1904 being a pillar of support in the ever-growing Jacksonville music scene and beyond for the last decade, the time has

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.

New Music June

May 31, 2023

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Amiyah Golden June 2 Passion Pit The Massachusetts-based indie band, who have gifted us with hits like “Sleepyhead” and “The Reeling,” release an expanded digital version of their sophomore album, “Gossamer.” Foo Fighters The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees announced the release of their new project,

New Music Releases in April

March 31, 2023

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By Tysen Romeo April 7 “Catching Rabbits” Genevieve Stokes’ new EP includes four songs by the singer and songwriter, whose music is a mix of indie/folk meets bedroom pop and “reflects a change in [her] connection to reality.” “Stereo Mind Game” The third studio album by indie rock/dream

December Concert Listings

December 1, 2022

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Dec. 1 Rome & Dudy: The Winter Moon Tour with special guest Channing Wilson Ponte Vedra Concert Hall pvconcerthall.com Dave Koz and Friends 25th Anniversary Christmas Tour Florida Theatre floridatheatre.com JT and The Gents Colonial Oak Music Park, St Augustine thecolonialoakmusicpark.com Dec. 2 Puttin’ On The Ritz