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GRACE MORRISON

Grace’s unique brand of “saltwater country” has established her as a confident, refreshing voice in country-pop. With performances at Nashville’s Bluebird Café and co-writes with multi-Grammy winner Lori McKenna (who wrote #1 hit Humble and Kind) and hit songwriter Barbara Cloyd (I Guess You Had to be There) under her belt. Grace made a name for herself in 2022 at songwriter festivals from Massachusetts to Montana – gaining recognition and invitations to write with Dana Hunt Black (who wrote #1 hit Check Yes or No), Susan Gibson (who wrote #1 hit Wide Open Spaces), and Helen Darling (Bring on the Rain).

Grace is a 2022 NERFA Official Showcase Artist, a 2022 SWRFA Official Showcase Artist, and a 2022 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival Emerging Artist.

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FAITHE FRANKLIN

Faithe (with an E) is a singer-songwriter, producer, and musician who provides smooth, soulful vibes through her original music. She writes, produces, and records her tracks and has over 50 songs streaming on all platforms. Faithe rocks as a solo act with a combination of piano, vocals, and other melodic instruments. Faithe is a part of two bands: Thee Auricles, where she is the musical director and keyboardist and The Groove Family as the lead singer and vocalist.

Faithe was born and raised in Pensacola, FL where she also attended the University of West Florida. During her time at UWF, she played all four yeats on the women’s basketball team and double majored in Exercise Science and Athletic Training. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Exercise Science, teaching as an adjunct professor at a 2-year college, as well as operating both a media and fitness company. Faithe encourages everyone to “have faith and trust the process.”

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JIM PASQUALE

MY SWEET LOVE! Your memory is with us each and every day! You were a shining light to everyone you met, and my heart is full with beautiful memories and stories of those lives you touched! We are “Keeping the Music Playing” for you! – Reneda

Jim has 5 national and international charted recordings to his credit. Ray Charles – Slip Away, Gene Watson- Bottle of Tears, Dorothy Moore- I Found Someone, Ed Bruce- Someone Who Would Care, Eric Clapton with Bobby Whitlock -Southern Gentleman, just to name a few. He’s a featured artist with “The Original Flares” on Catbone Records, “Belly Full of Blues”.  In 2015, he co-wrote the theme song to the Movie, “Happy Log”.  He was awarded the Mississippi Dreamers Achievement Award in 2017 for his continuing contribution to Mississippi Music. In 2019, the movie
“Turnover” featured “Blue Memories”, a song written by Jim and co-writer Jack Bond. Semi-retired, he lived in Alabama with his wife and partner Reneda. Together they are the founders of The Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival.

 

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TORI VINSON

Tori Vinson is a musician and singer/songwriter from Pensacola, FL. She is currently based in Tallahassee while studying at Florida State University. Tori’s love of music began early, with her family’s support for violin and piano lessons and participation in the local children’s chorus. Her band, which leans into a more indie rock sound, Tori Lucia & The Nitty Gritties, formed in 2021. So far, they have released two albums, and they frequently play in the Pensacola area. Solo, Tori has participated and placed in classical and jazz vocal competitions, and was part of the March show of the Pensacola Songwriter Rounds Series.

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TAYLOR STOLL

Taylor Stoll is a local Pensacola musician with a distinct sound that offers driving rhythms and heart melting melodies. He has done solo production work as well as collaborating with other artists in the Pensacola area under the band name “Hello Crescendo”.  Taylor is a multi-instrumentalist who has explored various genres throughout his 15-year musical career, gaining exposure to new sounds while touring on the road. Musical inspirations: LCD Soundsystem, Shakey Graves, and Tame Impala.

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Smith, Jeffery

JEFFERY SMITH

Singer Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist hailing from north Florida whose love for songs runs deep. His songs are evocative, mindful and honest-feeling. After over a decade of performance and writing, Jeffrey Smith only recently has embarked on a more solo route, hoping to embrace the unique experience that can be shared between active listener and apt performer.

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ROBBIE PAYNTER

Robbie Paynter, the leader of the Ft Walton band About to Sweat, which has been bringing their signature sound to the area for nearly 3 years. When he’s not working playing local spots solo or with his band, he’s working on writing and crafting more original songs for the group. Performs with a fusion of Jazz/Indie/Blues/Rock genres.

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