On three late-summer evenings, some of the nation’s greatest songwriters share the story of their biggest hits at four venues in historic St. Augustine.
The St. Augustine Songwriters Festival has become the place to be amazed by the incredible talents of nearly 30 accomplished songwriters – and maybe find the inspiration needed to express yourself through the very personal task of songwriting.
Held in downtown St. Augustine, the St. Augustine Songwriters Festival, in partnership with Sing Out Loud Festival and Bozard Ford. Chart-topping talents take the stage, sharing creative journeys and inspiring stories behind their hits.
This year's Songwriters Festival will feature over 30 top artists whose works have achieved chart-topping success and numerous accolades. Notable participants include Brett James, who has had over 800 of his songs recorded by some of the world's biggest stars, such as Tim McGraw, Kenny Chesney, and Jason Aldean. His hit "Jesus, Take the Wheel" won a Grammy in 2006, and he was named ASCAP's Country Songwriter of the Year in 2006 and 2010. Also featured is Nashville Songwriters Hall of Famer Rivers Rutherford, known for #1 songs by Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley, Dolly Parton, and other country superstars. The festival will also showcase multiple Grammy award-winning songwriter and frequent Taylor Swift collaborator Liz Rose, as well as the beloved Gretchen Peters, whose accolades include writing for artists like Etta James, Bonnie Raitt, The Neville Brothers, George Strait, and Faith Hill. Additionally, hitmaker Matt Dragstrem, known for #1 hits such as "I'll Name The Dogs" (Blake Shelton), "One Margarita" (Luke Bryan), "You Look Like I Need A Drink" (Justin Moore), and "Sippin' On Fire" (Florida Georgia Line), will be in attendance.
The St. Augustine Songwriter Festivals take place at four St. Augustine venues that are perfect for the up-close-and-personal interactions between the artist and the audience. These are Prohibition Kitchen (119 St. George Street); Colonial Oak Music Park (27 St. George Street); St. Augustine Distillery (112 Riberia Street); and Tradewinds Lounge (124 Charlotte Street).
These festivals are truly one of the greatest bargains in music – admission is FREE!
For information on the latest St. Augustine Songwriters Festival, download the app available from the Apple Store.
Ever wonder how they write all those great songs? In addition to performing their chart-topping hits, these songwriters will share stories and offer a rare look into their writing processes. You love the songs. You’ll love hearing how they came about.
11:10 a.m. | Emmet Stevens Jr. and Paul Orevovec | Prohibition Kitchen
12 p.m. | Blue Foley, Russell Sutton, Taylor Austin Dye | Prohibition Kitchen
1:30 p.m. | Danny Myrick, Chad Warrix, David Tolliver | Prohibition Kitchen
2 p.m. | HAYS, Davis Cook | Colonial Oak Music Park
3 p.m. | Davis Loose, Brett Sheroky, Jenny Tolman | Colonial Oak Music Park
4:40 p.m. | Murphy Elmore, Justin Morgan, McCoy Moore | Colonial Oak Music Park
6:20 p.m. | Dave Pahanish, Matt Warren, Brian Davis | Colonial Oak Music Park
7 p.m. | Steven Dale Jones, Mark Irwin, Matt Dragstrem | St. Augustine Distillery
8 p.m. | Gretchen Peters, Will Kimbrough | Colonial Oak Music Park
9:10 p.m. | Dylan Altman, Justin Wilson, Special Guest TBA | Colonial Oak Music Park
9:15 p.m. | Mick Fury, Paul Orevovec | Tradewinds Lounge
10:40 p.m. | Cliff Cody, Jesse Rice, Taylor Austin Dye | Tradewinds Lounge
11:10 a.m. | Oland Tucker, Dave Brainard | Prohibition Kitchen
12 p.m. | Brett Sheroky, Mick Fury, Justin Morgan | Prohibition Kitchen
1:35 p.m. | Dylan Altman, Mark Irwin, Justin Wilson | Prohibition Kitchen
1:30 p.m. | Aris Smith, Emmet Stevens Jr, Reece | Colonial Oak Music Park
3:10 p.m. | Blue Foley, Terri Jo Box, Russell Sutton | Colonial Oak Music Park
4:50 p.m. | Jesse Rice, Cliff Cody, AJ Kross | Colonial Oak Music Park
6:40 p.m. | H2H | Colonial Oak Music Park
7:30 p.m. | Liz Rose, Phil Barton, Danny Myrick | Colonial Oak Music Park
9:10 p.m. | Brett James, Rivers Rutherford | Colonial Oak Music Park
9:15 p.m. | Davis Loose, HAYS | Tradewinds Lounge
10:30 p.m. | Freak Show - Late Night, Terri Jo Box, Russell Sutton, Blue Foley | Tradewinds Lounge
11 a.m. | Emmet Stevens Jr., Oland Tucker | Colonial Oak Music Park
12 p.m. | McCoy Moore, Brian Davis, Murphy Elmore, Dave Brainard, Arlis Albritton | Colonial Oak Music Park
1:50 p.m. | Jenny Tollman, AJ Kross, Chris Blair | Colonial Oak Music Park
3:40 p.m. | Taylor Austin Dye, Phil Barton, Mick Fury | Colonial Oak Music Park
