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Jacksonville's story, told by the ones creating it.
"Voices of the 904," hosted and created by Kendra Mazeke, is a digital series featuring in-depth conversations about everyday people redefining Jacksonville’s creative scene.
Each episode spotlights an artist, community leader or creative whose passion fuels the city’s unique heartbeat and evolving identity. New episodes drop biweekly on Thursdays at noon.
MEET THE CREW
Kendra Mazeke
Digital Producer
Jalen Chance
Videographer/Editor
SEASON 1
Voices of the 904 Ep. 6 - He etched his granddad’s musical legacy into the rebirth of 41 Duval St.
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 6 - He etched his granddad’s musical legacy into the rebirth of 41 Duval St.Nick Kano revitalized his granddad’s historic Paulus Music Company, transforming the longtime musician hub at 41 E. Duval Street into a thriving creative space with five community-focused businesses. This week on “Voices of the 904,” he shares his family’s multi-generational story, the partnership with PlacemakingJax that helped bring the project to life, and why contributing to downtown Jacksonville’s resurgence is deeply meaningful to him.
Voices of the 904 Ep. 5 - Multi-hyphenate artist cements his imprint with a message meant to inspire
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 5 - Multi-hyphenate artist cements his imprint with a message meant to inspireIn this episode of "Voices of the 904," Victor “Metamorphvic” Alexander reflects on reshaping his mindset, breaking down his creative process, and explaining how projects like his debut solo show, The Red Door, embody his mission of community-driven artistry. His work is helping redefine Jacksonville’s creative landscape and fuel the rise of the Phoenix Arts District.
Voices of the 904 Ep 4: Vintage fashionista brings confidence & elegance to Duval’s fashion scene
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep 4: Vintage fashionista brings confidence & elegance to Duval’s fashion sceneIn this episode of Voices of the 904, vintage stylist and Six in the City founder Enricka “Rik” James shares how thrifting, self-love, and motherhood shaped her bold sense of style. The episode spotlights Jacksonville’s emerging fashion scene and the debut of The Duval Ball — a Met Gala-inspired celebration of fashion and art benefiting local schools.
Voices of the 904 Ep. 3: How a single sketch turned into an ’89 Los Way’ streetwear statement
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 3: How a single sketch turned into an ’89 Los Way’ streetwear statementCarlos Foster turned a single sketch into his streetwear brand, 89 Los Originals. In this episode of Voices of the 904, he shares his passion for sneakers, quality design, and previews his new HBCU-inspired collection.
Introducing Voices of the 904: Showcasing stories of under-the-radar movers and shakers in the 904
Read full article: Introducing Voices of the 904: Showcasing stories of under-the-radar movers and shakers in the 904"Voices of the 904" celebrates the artists, creators, and community changemakers who give Jacksonville its unique heartbeat. Kendra Mazeke, host of the digital series, joined The Morning Show on Wednesday to tell us more about the series and the inspiration behind it.
Voices of the 904 Ep. 2: Storytelling with strategy meets an invite to connect with Black history
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 2: Storytelling with strategy meets an invite to connect with Black historyCarla Mechele Jones, founder of Carla Mechele Media and curator at Lift Ev’ry Voice & Sing Park, shares how she preserves Jacksonville’s Black history while reshaping the city’s cultural narrative in episode two of "Voices of the 904."
Voices of the 904 Ep. 1: The man leading Jacksonville’s Renaissance movement - Part II
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 1: The man leading Jacksonville’s Renaissance movement - Part IIPart two of episode one of “Voices of the 904” features DJ Larry Love, the cultural creative behind R&B Mostly, “The Pop-Out” concert series, and more.
Voices of the 904 Ep. 1: The man leading Jacksonville’s Renaissance movement - Part I
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 1: The man leading Jacksonville’s Renaissance movement - Part ILarry Wakefield Jr.— better known as DJ Larry Love — kicks off "Voices of the 904" by sharing his “Year of the Creative” vision, personal journey, and mission to spark Jacksonville’s Renaissance Era.