Showcasing amazing. One story at a time … We introduce our readers, or “First Coasters” to local photographers, musicians, artists, athletes, public servants, media gurus, entrepreneurs, and everyday people (heck even their pets) living the First Coast Life.
Showcasing amazing. One story at a time … We introduce our readers, or “First Coasters” to local photographers, musicians, artists, athletes, public servants, media gurus, entrepreneurs, and everyday people (heck even their pets) living the First Coast Life.
Higher Learning is a Duval Jacksonville based hiphop group. Heavily influenced by the earlier eras that contributed to the culture and its foundation. Flexing lyrical prowess derived from battle rap and freestyle sessions. Speaking and
My name is Pablo Duque, and I am the bandleader for the band MR. DINOSAUR. We are a Jax-based Jazz Fusion group that started in 2025, and we’re all either recent college grads or finishing
Some stories start at bedtime! Stephanie Collins is a busy mom of four and the author of The Barefoot Bandits, a children’s series inspired by her own little barefoot adventurers. Ten books are out, two
MARK WILLIAMS and GEEJ WILLIAMS, an eclectic singer/songwriter husband-and-wife duo, came together by fate in Jacksonville FL. Together, they combine various styles of Americana, Asian, Latin, and Blues to create their own soulful sound. Their
Originally from Ecuador, Luis Silva is a Jacksonville-based musician, songwriter, and frontman of Los Muertos, a 10-piece Latin rock fusion band bringing together the musical traditions of North and South America.
After moving to Jacksonville
We are Heart of Elaine, a Jacksonville-based band bringing together high-energy performances and timeless music across R&B, funk, soul, pop, hip-hop, jazz, and Top 40. Formed by brother-sister duo Jonathan Hansell and Mia Salter, our
I was actively avoiding guitar for most of my life, so I learned Bass, Banjo, and mandolin. I eventually migrated over to the six-string world when COVID hit, all my gigs were cancelled, and a
My dear friend Lourdes Medellada McGuire is tiny, but she is an absolute dynamo, always moving, and she never says no to anyone who needs her.
Annette Spenner is the creator of The Saturday Journey Society, a unique weekly storytelling experience that invites readers to slow down and escape into another world each Saturday morning.
Eric is more than a musician, music promoter or an open mic organizer; he is the heartbeat of the First Coast music scene. His mission transcends the simple act of putting performers on a stage.
I started taking it more seriously in December of 2017 when my wife (Deborah) and I combined our passion for photography and nature to launch our photography page on Facebook (Images by Saul and Deborah).
By day, I work as a Project Manager, but outside of work, you can find me behind a camera. Photography allows me to slow down and feed the creative part of my brain and soul.
