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The late Mem Semmes from Dunnellon loved music. Not only did she write hundreds of songs, but she also helped provide a long time venue for Florida’s singer songwriters through the monthly concert series, The Sunday Sampler. Just a few years before she died her son Jon Semmes helped Mem produce her first CD. Mem talked about songwriting … Continue reading Mem Semmes
Singer Songwriters Steve Gillette and Cindy Mangsen from Bennington, Vermont often tour in Florida. While in the Gainesville area for a house concert the popular duo met up with WUFT’s Donna Green-Townsend.Gillette, who has had a number of his songs recorded by national recording artists, has ties to one of Florida’s legendary guitar players. Steve and … Continue reading Steve Gillette and Cindy Mangsen
Singer/songwriter and educator Rod MacDonald‘s name is synonymous with the 1980s folk revival in Greenwich Village clubs in New York City. He’s a graduate of the Columbia Law School. Following law school he joined the staff of Newsweek magazine, but his heart was really in music, choosing to write and sing about today’s issues through … Continue reading Rod MacDonald
Jon Semmes and Ingrid Ellis have been performing together in the band, “Jon Semmes and the Florida Friends,” for more than a decade now. Band members also include Pete Hennings and Pete Price. Jon currently runs Singing River Tours on the Rainbow and Withlacoochee Rivers in Marion County. Jon Semmes talking with Donna Green-Townsend … Continue reading Jon Semmes
Swamp blues guitarist Walter Parks performs at Shake Rag Art & Culture Center By Donna Green-Townsend- WUFT-FM Aired on June 15th, 2012 Veteran blues guitarist Walter Parks who built and international career as the lead guitarist for Woodstock legend Richie Havens recently brought his unique style to Melrose. Parks is also the leader of the southern swamp … Continue reading Walter Parks
“Danny Wooten & Southern Slang” performs for “Free Fridays” concert series By Donna Green-Townsend – WUFT-FM Aired on August 5, 2011 The Country band “Danny Wooten & Southern Slang” takes to the stage tonight for the “Free Fridays” concert series in downtown Gainesville. Florida’s 89.1, WUFT-FM’s Donna Green-Townsend talked with lead singer and songwriter Danny Wooten about the … Continue reading Danny Wooten & Southern Slang
Deep Behind the Music- The Campfire Tapes from White Springs This one-hour special features music gathered from around the campfires of the Florida Folk Festival in White Springs. Musicians include: Gabe Valla, Greg Turner, Dale Crider, Raiford Starke, James Hawkins, Rod MacDonald, Becky Palmer, Clyde Walker, Lis and Lon Williamson and Frank Thomas. Songs in this program … Continue reading Deep Behind the Music- The Campfire Tapes from White Springs
Singer-Songwriter-Musician Mike Jurgensen From New Port Richey Continues to Entertain Mike Jurgensen has won the Will McLean Best New Florida Song Competition three times. Now he serves as one of the contest judges. It’s a testament to his talent. Whether singing solo or performing in the band 2PM, Mike’s smooth “James Taylor-style” voice captivates the … Continue reading Mike Jurgensen
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By Dyann Lesnever and Donna Green-Townsend on July 17th, 2013 Florida’s “stand your ground” law continues to be debated across the country following the not guilty verdict for George Zimmerman. Florida’s law was the first of its kind in the nation, and many other states have followed in the years since. The stand your ground law … Continue reading After Holder’s Speech, “Stand Your Ground” Laws Are Again In The Spotlight (07/17/2013)