While I passionately love the sounds of SunFest, I would be remiss if I did not discuss another beloved aspect of the festival: The art. The art district is my earliest memory of SunFest-- I have flashes of being fastened into a stroller, looking up...
In December, former First Lady Michelle Obama was spotlighted in a short film for Billboard’s Women in Music gala-- an annual event honoring spectacular women within the music industry. Her words constantly creep into my head. "Women have been rising to the top of just...
On January 19, 2012, I climbed aboard my first (and only) cruise ship. The massive Carnival cruise was docked in Miami, preparing to set sail for Cozumel, Mexico. As I understand it, many ships make this relaxing voyage, however the boat I boarded was not...
Each year as I explore the SunFest lineup, I keep an eye and an ear out for Florida’s own acts. The sunshine state has already spawned so many incredible musicians and bands-- and each year SunFest spotlights new rising stars. Remember: The Doors’ Jim Morrison hailed from...
Over the weekend, I traveled (for the first time) to Tulsa, Oklahoma for spectacular wedding between friends. My boyfriend and I decided to drive to the “Oil Capital of the World,” which is a hefty eight-hour commute from our Austin home. Usually, when we travel...
The SunFest 2017 lineup is here. (NOTE: 2018 Lineup available now!) If you are like me, your jaw hit the floor at 10 a.m. yesterday, and you’ve yet to pick it up. I am in awe of the incredible acts that are heading to West Palm...
Hello South Florida! My name is Cassie Morien and I am truly humbled to be returning as your official blogger for SunFest 2017. The past 12 months have been some of the fastest in my life. It’s incredible to think SunFest will be here again in...
Headlining the main stage on the very last day of SunFest 2016 was the one and only Alabama Shakes. Before the Ford Stage was the only place to be. The rise of Alabama’s brilliant quartet has felt swift and sudden. After all, there’s not a moment...
On the JetBlue stage, the anthemic intro to the Lion King began playing and excited screams came from a large crowd that was formed. The four members of indie band, Walk The Moon, walked onto the stage last Sunday and were greeted by the audience. The Ohio based group formed...
If there is one act that surprised me the most this weekend (in a great way) it would be Little Rock, Arkansas’ Evanescence. I had preconceived expectations in my head about the dark, romantic rock band, led by the beautiful and haunting Amy Lee. I didn’t...