In a time of such uncertainty, sadness, sickness and racism, it’s natural to feel lost and hopeless. In my seek for joy and SEVERAL mental vacations, I reconnected with my love of music and writing about emerging artists. In this series, I want to put the spotlight on a few artists who have motivated me […]
Artist Spotlight: ENK Muzik “The Voice”
About two years ago, I hosted an open mic at Light Rail Cafe in Jersey City. Towards the end of the event, a group of girls walked in and put their names on the list to sing. The featured artist and new talent that night was nothing short of amazing, but little did we know […]
Quiona, Jersey City Artist and Writer
Quiona, the moment I heard her sing, everything stopped. I forgot where I was for a moment and was transported to a different era… a Jazz club in the 50s, with low lights and a sexy crooner singing sweet melodies setting the vibe. Alas, I woke up and was just watching a video clip […]
Sylvana Joyce: Heavyhead
That’s what she told me when I asked what “Heavyhead” meant. She being Sylvana Joyce, a phenomenal drama-rock singer/songwriter and pianist out of Jersey City’s Heights. As a performer, she is a force of nature – whether she’s performing solo or with her impeccable band, Sylvana Joyce & The Moment, every song is epic, intimate, […]
Firefighter and Singer Nick Fargo of MoTHER
Ever since my interview with Engine 9 I’ve had a slight obsession with Jersey City firefighters. They are the best of the best. Nick Fargo is no exception… but Nick leads a double life, well maybe a triple life. Nick is Jersey City Firefighter and welder by day and a huge rockstar by night. Nick […]