January 23, 2012 by Kurt Lischka
Delicate Cutters from Birmingham, Alabama play on a Saturday afternoon at Central Square Records in Seaside, Florida in South Walton. The record shop over Sundog Books has a great atmosphere and intimate setup to enjoy many varied artists throughout the year. http://www.delicate-cutters.com
Here's the SoWal guide to all of the venues for the 2012 30A Songwriters Festival. The excitement is building and we have some excellent spots up and down Scenic 30A which will be full of great music. One of the best things about the festival is the great variety and uniqueness of all the venues.
For the fist time ever the Cultural Arts Alliance will host an
exclusive members only performance on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at
Fish Out of Water in WaterColor. Only Cultural Arts Alliance members
will be admitted to this exciting performance. Not a member? No
problem. Joining the CAA is easy. Just call the office at 850-622-5970
or join online.
Help wanted, no experience necessary, but fun required! The 30A Songwriters Festival and SoWal.com are seeking a few music lovers to help us make a video documentary of the 30A Songwriters Festival January 13-15, 2012.
Just another amazing Sunday at the Red Bar in Grayton Beach featuring Dread Clampitt, cheeseburgers, good friends, lucky tourists, and glorious Bloody Mary creations.
Get your early bird tickets to the 30A Songwriters Festival now. It's not really that early anymore and if you don't get 'em now you might not get 'em at all.
The SoWal-sponsored event is January 13-15, 2012 and includes headliners Indigo Girls, Rodney Crowell, The Bangles, Shawn Mullins, Sam Bush Band and Matthew Sweet.
Some people know what they are going to be from the time that are little. Redd Vizard is one of those people blessed by knowing her passion from an early age.
“I have been singing since I was a little girl. I started with the hairbrush as a microphone in the mirror, singing to Donny and Marie. Funny how stuff works out since I sing a little bit country and little bit of rock and roll, and a little of everything in between.”
The 13th year was lucky for the Seabreeze Jazz Festival held April 13 – 17 at Pier Park in Panama City Beach. Attendance at the festival was up about 25% with over 7,500 happy Jazz fans jamming over three days.
Even the anticipated rain managed to hold off until after midnight, long after concertgoers had headed home. 
“We own a radio station, but generally that is not the people who put on a jazz festival. We are learning as we build on past experiences,” Mark Carter said.
Update: We were so moved by the great responses we decided to give away two more sets - congrats to winners Arlene B, Norm B, And John R!
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March 21, 2011 by Kurt Lischka
Kelsey Anna is as local as the wildflowers along Walton County roads, and her talent is blooming just like them. You can hear her at small local venues like La Botana, Amavida, and Hibiscus. Catch her while you can so one day you can say you did. She's got pipes and can strum a good guitar, but what sets her apart are her songwriting skills. She's penned more than 50 honest tunes to date and there are some gems among them.
