The Tide is Changing

BY JOHN CRANFORD Our focus at Swampfire Records is to promote a collective consciousness between musicians, bar owners and music patrons. We strive for a scene that is receptive to and excited about live music.  For a scene that not only accepts, but celebrates the original songs of local songwriters. We want our fellow locals to be as proud as …

Last Call Report: Cool Cats

BY JARED TEMPLETON “I’m just f#*$ing fed up with everything going on. It’s becoming more trouble than it’s worth. You see that sweet ass minivan out there? Its an ‘01 Sienna. I can’t afford a new car. You know why? I own Cool Cats.” – Cliff Bernard, Bar Owner & Local Startender.     If you don’t know Cliff Bernard or …

Hilton Head Parade Day Recap 2018

BY JOHN CRANFORD Hilton Head Island was the place to be on March 11th. Pope Avenue was filled with out-of-state license plates, locals on bikes, and everything in between as islanders and tourists alike flocked to the South End for top notch floats, tons of live music, and some free candy for the kids. Welcome to the 35th annual St. …