
Reluctant Guitar Picker Kirk Whalen
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
Tune into the First Coast’s pulsating music scene with our Musicians’ spotlight. From up-and-coming local talents to established acts, we’re your backstage pass to the diverse sounds, intimate venues, and electrifying performances that make Jacksonville’s music landscape truly unforgettable.
Tune into the First Coast’s pulsating music scene with our Musicians’ spotlight. From up-and-coming local talents to established acts, we’re your backstage pass to the diverse sounds, intimate venues, and electrifying performances that make Jacksonville’s music landscape truly unforgettable.

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

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.

Award winning performer, songwriter, producer, and Voting Member of the Recording Academy, Grammys(r), Jay “Blue Jay” Jourden and his band Hott Traxx hit the road with Cyril Neville, Claudette King, Tyrone Vaughan + on the

Jacksonville Beach, FL — A powerful new tribute to country music history is emerging as David & Daughter, a music publishing and public relations (PR) company. Founded by communications veteran Krisita Porter Burket, the company

1blackfrend is the brainchild of Detroit-native Randi Johnson, who has been a songwriter since the mid-2000s. Now relocated to Jacksonville, Florida, 1blackfrend’s music immediately commands attention. The sheer catchiness of their songs belies their lyrical

We’re a high-energy Celtic Punk band born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. We love playing out, having a good time, getting folks to drink and sing along with us. As in the Irish tradition, with

Purplespace is a Shoegaze / Indie Band from Sunny Florida. They have played at all the landmark clubs in Jax, including JackRabbits, FreeBird, FatCat, The Imperial, and The Jacksonville Landing.

Parts of the band are scattered as far down as Holly Hill in Daytona Beach & as far north as Nahunta, Georgia. We started writing music & busking while living in Brunswick, Georgia, at The

I’m known on stage as The Lady Visaya. Visaya is a vibrant force in Jacksonville’s creative and social scene- blending artistry, community spirit, and fierce charisma in everything she does. As the show director of

Welcome to Kenzie’s Place, where music becomes an immersive experience. Kenzie doesn’t just create music – she believes that music is a two-way street, and she invites her audience to be an integral part of

Taylor Roberts is an acclaimed 7-string jazz guitarist and bandleader based in Jacksonville, Florida. With 25 years of professional experience, he performs more than 300 shows a year, seamlessly blending jazz, R&B, and pop influences

Tori Nance is an emerging indie rock artist from Jacksonville, Florida, making waves with her gripping and powerful songs about grief and heartbreak that serve as a catalyst for connection among her listeners. Nance has

