Backyards of Key West Podcast with Mark Baratto

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Billy Kearins of Coast Projects. This is our second time sitting down for an interview, the first was about his iconic local brand found HERE. In this interview, we talk about Billy's music and arts festival know as the COAST is Clear, happening on December 4th. We talk about how he came up with the idea and how he is keeping Key West a boutique music town with big acts, without arena size seating. ATTENTION!! How would you like to win 2 FREE tickets to this years festival! We are running a contest on our social media channels. All you need to do to enter is go to my Facebook or Instagram account and like the COAST IS CLEAR post (it will be the one with the snippet of this interviewing playing) and TAG 3 people in the comments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/backyardsofkeywest/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/backyardsofkeywest Tag 3 people in the comment section We will pick a winner on Friday October 29th. More on the COAST is Clear Music & Arts Festival In a time of global unrest and uncertainty, it's often best to take a step back to find respite in the simple pleasures of life. A weekend in the sun surrounded by close compadres — or simply folks you've only just met because of a shared love of music and art — can, at the very least, provide a temporary feeling that things might just be okay when whatever it is that we've all collectively endured is finally behind us. And, at its core, that's what COAST Is Clear is really all about. From the start, it has been a time and place to celebrate the end of a difficult stretch — for us, it's that six-month period we in the tropics call Hurricane Season, that officially ends each year on December 1 — when, quite literally, the "coast is clear". We started this festival in 2017, just months after Hurricane Irma ravaged the Lower Keys. That year, a few musician friends of ours agreed to come down to lend a hand and lift spirits by doing what they do best. And since then, we've committed to bringing down top-notch, nationally-acclaimed bands, paired with local art to make COAST Is Clear an annual festival — one that has been enjoyed equally by our local friends and traveling fans alike. This year, for the first time, we are so excited to announce that the festival will be a collaborative effort between one of Key West's most beloved and enduring arts organizations, Key West Art & Historical Society (KWAHS) and the renegade creative forces at Coast Projects (COAST) — a pairing that offers both a timeless legacy and a raw and relevant edge with regards to the arts on the island. So join us on the first weekend of December to dance and sing in the sun, to enjoy the fresh salt air and island breeze, and to celebrate the end of the old and the beginning of something new... Website: https://www.coastisclearfest.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coastisclearfest/

In today's episode, Mark Baratto sits down with professional hairstylist and makeup artist, Julie Hill. We talk about how she got started and how she shifted all her products to eco friendly and organic while still keeping your look fabulous. I was hoping all of this hair talk would help with some hair growth on my bald dome, but needless to say, I'm still hairless 😎. More on Julie Hill Website: https://juliehillhairandmakeup.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliehillhairandmakeup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Juliehillhairstylist/ I love making people feel beautiful. It has always been my goal to make my client look like they walked off the red carpet. My passion is to truly make you feel and look your best. I am here to make your wedding day and or special event as stress free as possible. Every person is individual in their likes, dislikes and vision. It's up to me to learn these things and execute your perfect look. I am dedicated to you and your happiness on your special day. I knew what I wanted to do at a very young age. Beauty is something that I admire and that I love to create. I have been a licensed cosmetologist for 28 years. In 2008 I opened my first on site hair and makeup business called Imagine Three in Ann Arbor, MI. The story of how I got to Key West goes as such. I fell in love, we went on vacation to Key West, planned our wedding in 2007 from afar, returned to Key West to be married. We knew as we returned again and again this is where we wanted to be and I then carried my dreams to Key West. You can also find me in salon at Pier House Spa where I specialize in organic hair color, razor cutting and the perfect blow dry. If you or your guests need touch ups before the big wedding day or the perfect blow dry please contact the Pier House Spa.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down the creator of Key West MONOPOLY, Casey Arnold. We talk about how a road trip during COVID gave him the inspiration to create Key West's first ever MONOPOLY game. From working with Hasbro to get the license agreement to creating all the unique spots on the board, to developing all of the pieces, Casey has been on a 12 month whirlwind adventure! The launch of the game is October 14, 2021 (Casey's birthday) so I recommend to preorder now since all 10,000 games are already starting to sell out! https://keywestmonopoly.com More on Key West MONOPOLY PURCHASE A PIECE OF KEY WEST! The iconic and global brand of Hasbro Gaming's MONOPOLY is coming to Key West! The game you love to play has been fully customized to reflect the characteristics and features of beautiful and sunny Key West, Florida! This collector's item is a one-of-a-kind civic pride piece with a limited quantity of games sold so DO NOT WAIT! The game has been fully designed and production is almost finished. When you pre-purchase the game you will save $10 as the price is will increase once the games arrive in October. All of your favorite places like Kermit's Key Lime Shoppe, Fury Water Adventures, Blue Heaven, Conch Republic Seafood Company and many other iconic Key West establishments are all a part of the game! Your purchase directly benefits non-profit organizations Reef Relief, Florida Keys SPCA and also the Key West High School's Fighting Conchs! https://keywestmonopoly.com

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with two amazing singer-songwriters; Kylie Sackley and Anthony Smith. This was a favorite episode for me because I was able to get different perspectives from both of these artists since they don't sing together and are in two separate bands. I hope you enjoy it!! More on Kylie Sackley Instagram: https://instagram.com/kyliesackley Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kyliesackleymusic Twitter: https://twitter.com/kyliesackley For award-winning songwriter Kylie Sackley, it's always been about the songs first. As a wunderkind performer in her birthplace of Australia, Kylie dazzled audiences with her authentic grasp of country, her gorgeously expressive vocals, and her electrifying stage presence. When she won Australia's most prestigious country music talent search, Star Maker (Keith Urban was a previous winner), she made the fateful decision to go the route of being a professional songwriter, and she hasn't looked back since. "First and foremost, I've always been a songwriter. Writing songs was just something I had to do," Kylie states. Throughout Australia, Kylie won numerous country music competitions, but her victory in the Star Maker competition proved to be life-changing in that it required her to make a songwriting trip to Nashville as an artist. "When I got there, I just fell in love. It was incredible having access to such amazing musicians, poets, and song craftsman. I extended my stay for 10 weeks and then went back home and applied for a U.S. work visa. With two suitcases I moved to Nashville." Kylie's first year on the Nashville scene was astounding. That year she co-wrote Leann Rimes country comeback smash "Nothin' 'bout Love Makes Sense" with highly sought-after writers Gary Burr and Joel Feeney. "I thank my lucky stars for that single, it helped me get my foot in the door and get momentum as a writer," Kylie reveals. That track and her next co-write—Faith Hill's "Sunshine and Summertime"—went Top 5. Kylie also co-wrote Troy Cassar Daley's "The Sunshine Club," Alan Jackson's "It's Just That Way," and has penned songs for Thompson Square, John Rich, Lee Brice, and Jodee Messina. Kylie co-wrote the track "Young In America" recorded by Danielle Bradbery, the 2013 US winner of the reality TV show, The Voice. That track landed in the Billboard Hot Country Song Chart and reached Number 53 on the US Country Airplay Chart. Kylie's songwriting also appears on the first single from US country duo, American Young. She co-wrote the duo's song "Love is War" which reached Number 44 on the US Country Airplay Chart. Kylie was nominated by the APRA (Australian performing rights association) for the "Breakthrough Songwriter Of The Year" award in 2014. Most recently, Kylie wrote Sam Hunt's "Speakers," on his certified double-platinum album Montevallo. Kylie is adept at all facets of songwriting, comfortable writing lyrics, melodies, music, and contributing production ideas. "It all depends on the day. Much like a performer has to read the audience, when you're a songwriter, you read the room. If someone really excels at composing melodies, I'll focus on writing lyrics. I'm like a chameleon—I can do it all—but I enjoy reading the room, being open to the creative flow, and then providing what is needed," she says. Reflecting back on it all, Kylie says thoughtfully: "On any given day of the week, I look up at the amazing talent in the room where I'm collaborating, and I pinch myself. I feel so lucky to work with these greats on a daily basis. More on Anthony Smith Website: https://www.anthonysmith.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonysmithhq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnthonySmithNashville/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/anthonysmithhq Songs written by Anthony Smith are weaved into the fabric of country music. His songs have shaped the careers for some of the most iconic country music artists like George Strait, Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton, Chris Stapleton, Eric Church, Montgomery Gentry and others. He has won numerous awards from BMI, ASCAP, and NSAI as well as the prestigious Breakthrough Songwriter of the Year award by Music Row Magazine. As a recording artist, his critically acclaimed record "If That Ain't Country" produced three Billboard top 40 singles. Anthony has the uncanny and rare talent of writing songs in ways that have never been written before, that generates visuals and impacts emotions for listeners. With memorable song titles like "Cowboy's Like Us", "Who Invented The Wheel", "Half a Man", "Run", "I'm Tryin'", "Up To The Depths", "Infinity" and more, you know Anthony's songs are interesting and capture the imagination of the listener. When you hear Anthony Smith perform his original songs and take in the lyrics, you can see why he is an award-winning songwriter. When you take in an Anthony Smith show as he entertains a sold-out crowd, you can see why he is a highly favored performer. When you hear an Anthony Smith production you become a believer

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Chris Massicotte and Jamie Mattingly, the co-founders of Duval Street Media. We talk about how they met, why they started the business, and how they are helping local businesses grow. More on Duval Street Media It all started when… We met the way most people in Key West meet; in a bar. Chris had been in town for only a few weeks when he struck up a conversation with Jamie while she was working. He mentioned to her that he worked in Democratic politics and discovered that we both shared the same passion for political community organizing. We stayed in touch for most of the year through political circles, including volunteering to help organize the March for Our Lives in March of 2018. Chris returned to Washington to work on the 2018 election but as soon as it was over he headed back to Key West as fast as possible. After reconnecting we identified a need for good cost-effective digital marketing for the many small businesses operating in Key West and Duval Street Media, LLC was born. Website: https://www.duvalstreetmedia.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duvalstreetmedia Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DuvalStreetMedia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/duval-street-media

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with singer-songwriter Shelly Fairchild. We talk about how her career began, how leaving her label for another was the best thing for her career, how being true to yourself is the only way to be... and of course, Dolly Parton. More on Shelly zoogle-video#handleVimeoPostMessage"> Shelly Fairchild isn't new to the industry – but she's far from old news. A staple in the Nashville music community, Fairchild hit the scene to much acclaim with her Columbia Records debut album Ride. The project introduced the young artist's soulful, gospel-tinged brand of alternative country and spawned a Top 40 hit with "You Don't Lie Here Anymore." She toured with some of the biggest names in the format, including Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban and Tim McGraw, and began to dig her roots in the industry. She again found success in her second release, Ruby's Money, which came steeped in a thick groove with elements of funk – but it was Buffalo, her crowd-funded 2017 release, that marks a milestone in her life and career. "I'm sincerely grateful for both the good and bad things that have happened in my life. Everyone that I've met and worked with over the 20 years that I've lived in Nashville has made me who I am, and I will always carry that in my soul," says Fairchild. The Jackson, Miss. native started the project in May 2014, launching a PledgeMusic campaign in the hopes that she would find support of her endeavor – and after reaching her goal in just two days, she realized she had. Fairchild's 3rd full length studio record was fully funded and buoyed by the faith of her friends, family and fans. The next two years saw Fairchild working with some of her most inspirational industry co-writers. "House on Fire," an aching ballad reflecting on the weight of one's past, was the first song that she remembers finishing and feeling confident that it deserved a spot on her record. Co-written by Fairchild along with Lisa Carver and Travis Meadows, the track features subtle but classic country instrumentation and the soft harmonies of one of her favorite bands, the Fairground Saints. From there the singer/songwriter continued to pen songs that she felt carried an important message to either herself or the world around her. Guided by Jeremy Lister and Carey Ott, Fairchild recorded eight of her co-written tracks for the record that would become known to her fans as 'Buffalo'. Though she tackled some serious topics in her writing, Fairchild felt extremely uplifted by her own work and that of others. "I love singers and songwriters," she smiles. I love to have camaraderie and deep friendships with great singers and musicians. I feel like our community in Nashville is so rich and some of my favorite voices are my friends. I am so fortunate to have worked with so many great artists on Buffalo like Wendy Moten, Lucie Silvas, K.S. Rhoads, Fairground Saints, and of course Carey & Jeremy. My heart felt like it was going to explode by the end of the recording process." Not only does Buffalo emphasize its diversity by featuring guest vocalists, but it also highlights a wide array of musical styles and influences. "There are a lot of different elements to the music that I make," says Fairchild. "How do you describe some of the best bands that you know? They ended up on pop radio or on country radio, but are they really that kind of act? I have so many influences and I love having them show up in my songs. It feels like that kind of music lasts longer, because it feels real." As for the name of her last full length album to date, Fairchild says, "In many Native American cultures, the buffalo is a symbol of gratitude and abundance. I am from Choctaw ancestry and I completely connect with the idea that though buffalo carry a lot on their shoulders, their horns are always pointing up to the sky. There's always this hope that the weight will be lifted." A longtime hidden gem in the trove of Nashville musicians, Fairchild continues to keep her head and her heart pointing up to the sky. Between singing background vocals for the likes of Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Martina McBride, Crystal Gayle (to name a few), appearing as a regular on The Grand Ole Opry, writing songs for film and television, touring across the country and continuously working on future projects, it is clear she is just getting started. "At times I've gotten down about my own path, but when I really take a good look at it – it's not just full of detours and dead ends," she said. "It's a wide path, and it's full of so many spontaneous and amazing things." Website: https://shellyfairchild.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/shellyfairchild Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/shellyfairchild Twitter: https://twitter.com/shellyfairchild Spotify: https://t.co/jL6dASNf9Q Apple Music: https://t.co/xcXLf9bWbH Amazon Music: https://t.co/KJvcqg6WCY

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Co-Owner of Key West Finest, Amber DeBevec. We talk about her business, how it got started, and how her company is here to help you plan your activities, answer all of your questions and even help you with local real estate. More about Key West Finest Planning a trip to Key West can be very overwhelming! Luckily we are one of Key West's BEST Concierge Services! We will listen to what you want and recommend the perfect thing for you! Please let us book it for you as we do get a commission yet it doesn't cost you a penny extra.Message us here with any questions, Thanks for following and feel free to share!Sunny regards,Amber, Key West! Website: https://keywestfinest.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Amberkeywestfinest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberkeywest/

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Singer-Songwriter Kyle Coulahan. We talk about how he decided to leave the game of football as an NFL hopeful, to pursue his real dream as a Singer-Songwriter. Kyle spoke about the mentor that helped get him on his way, in a way that you can tell he missed having him around. Our interview went a little short because Kyle didn't want to miss his friend Arlis perform, which anchors home what a great man and friend he really is. MORE ON KYLE When he was young, Kyle Coulahan's father introduced him to an old Alvarez guitar and he's been hooked ever since. Growing up in Perdido Key, Florida, Kyle split his free time between playing football and practicing on the guitar. During Kyle's senior year of high school, he was offered a full scholarship to play football at Auburn University, and there he met producer Chip Moman (Waylon Jennings, Elvis Presley, Willie Nelson, and many more). Chip recognized a talent in Kyle that he could see growth over the years, so he introduced Kyle to Nashville where he would write, record and network with others within the music Industry. Shortly after graduation, Kyle decided to pack his bags and guitar and relocate to Nashville to chase his dreams of becoming a professional songwriter and performer. Kyle's influences of music range from BB King, Vince Gill to Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney. Kyle's music is Country with a splash of whiskey and tequila. Kyle has recently signed with given Music Publishing and produced an EP of his own songs called Pirates and Gypsies, and his new single called She Quit Me. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylecoulahan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bigcoul Twitter: https://twitter.com/kylecoulahan Apple Music: https://www.apple.com/us/search/kyle-coulahan?src=globalnav

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Maya and Vasil, the owners and operators of The Koffie House. We talk about how they got started, all their healthy options, their snazzy location, and of course, Vasil's music. More on The Koffie House Website: https://koffiehouse.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekoffiehouse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thekoffiehouse Address: 602 Greene St, Key West, FL 33040 The Koffie House was founded in 2020 by a family that shared the same dream , to practice healthy conscious alliance lifestyle with fresh organic foods, in one of the oldest historic brick buildings in Key West/Conch Republic built in 1892, 24.5551° N, 81.7800° W, presenting an eclectic space of brick & color magic together with a vegan/vegetarian friendly menu containing freshly baked goods, natural organic cold pressed juices, smoothie , tapas style organic eats, protein energy bars & natural (brain) supplements. Join us to enjoy this work of love, presented through art, music, aromas & crema!

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with owner and GM John Hadfield, of local water sports store, Sea Key West. We talk about how he got started in the water sports business, how he navigated COVID, and how his business is thriving with the help of local support. More on Sea Key West Website: https://www.seakeywestlocal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seakeywest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seakeywestlocal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-0B8aqRZS8aBZUjHyVQGSQ Located in Key West, Florida, Sea, Key West carries the best snorkel gear, sidewalk surfing boards (skateboards and longboards, plus parts and accessories), and SCUBA diving and watersports equipment in the Florida Keys. As avid snorkelers and scuba divers, we only carry brands we would wear ourselves - so we can speak to each product based on personal experience. The Florida Keys are the ideal location for any and all water activities and we're incredibly fortunate to have the ability to snorkel at the 3rd largest living coral reef, dive the Vandenberg, spear fish during our annual Grouper season, and take advantage of the island life at all opportunities. We can't wait to help you explore Key West underwater with the best quality merchandise available.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with concierge expert and podcast host, Kelly Hopkins. We talk about her love for Key West, how she makes all of her clients dreams come true on their Key West vacation and her successful podcast, The Local Side of Key West. More on Kelly Hopkins Website: https://theconciergegirl.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelly_keys_930 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/113880157191502 I'm Kelly and I live in gorgeous Key West. I have lived up and down the east coast and finally settled down here in paradise about 5 years ago. My husband and I have had a very adventurous life so Key West seemed like the right spot to call home. Its full of quirky people, great restaurants, amazing happy hours and of course, the amazing turquoise water. We lived in Maryland most of our lives. I loved living there so much! I not only had a full time job but I bartended on the side for 10 years. That bartending job changed my life. I loved mingling with everyone and learning about so many different people. I really loved that part of it. I ended up doing the bar's website content and handling all of their social media. (Back in those days we only had Myspace.) From websites and social media I ended up planning social events and eventually opening up my own event planning business. That was the best thing I have ever done. I cant even call it a "job", It was just love! I love helping people make their dreams come true. I love the entire process from the first meeting to the end of the event where the client is sitting back, talking to friends and just enjoying their event. Seeing you happy is my goal. After we moved from Maryland and down the coast I still wanted to do event planning but we moved a LOT so it was just too hard. Then we settled down in the Keys and I knew I had to get started again. I felt it in my entire soul that THIS was the time. We started in Marathon and moved down the island chain and when we hit Key West I knew this was it! Key West has a lot going on at all times. A lot of moving parts to say the least. When visitors come they usually do not know where to start so they head to Duval street, eat, drink and shop and then they feel comfortable and stay there all week. That is totally fine, especially if it is your first time here BUT there is soooo much more to Key West. That last statement right there made me start a podcast (which is linked in this site) The Local Side of Key West is all about how to do the island like a local. The things you would not think to do on vacation. So that all being said, that is what has led me to be a personal concierge. I want to help vacationers enjoy Key West without all of the work. I enjoy coordinating, planning and helping people any way that I possibly can. The look on your face when you had the best vacation ever is my end goal! Enjoy life, I'll take care of the rest!

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with graphic designer and artist, Kristyn LaMoia. We talk about her love for graphics and design, how she got started as a designer, and her transition into becoming an artist... and TikTok star (inside joke). More on Kristyn LaMoia South Florida born artist, Kristyn LaMoia, has been honing her artistic skills since she could hold a crayon. Growing up, as a self proclaimed misfit, art was her outlet for creative freedom. Her persistent interest in the subconscious mind and how it relates to the natural world is the foundation of her subject matter. Stylistically, LaMoia's art has clean and colorful elements that have been influenced by her graphic design background. In the first years of her graphic design career she gained invaluable knowledge working in-house at companies and being part of creative teams at different design studios. Since then, she has found great satisfaction in the freedom she gets from pursuing her passion as a freelance artist, in the form of fine art and graphic design. Website: https://www.kristynlamoia.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristynlamoia

In this exclusive interview, Mark Baratto sits down with Rapper and Singer of the Dirty Heads, Jared Watson (aka Dirty J). This interview happened 30 minutes before the band went on stage for the beginning of their national tour, down here at the Key West Amphitheater. It may have been short, but for those fans out there, we touched on the bands origin story and their beginnings. This episode is brought to you by the Backyards of Key West Gallery Looking for local Key West art? We've got you covered! More on the Dirty Heads Following in the footsteps of their California brothers Sublime, Huntington Beach's Dirty Heads mix hip-hop, reggae, and rock along with that laid-back South Cali attitude. The group formed in 2003 when punk rocker Dustin Bushnell (aka Duddy B) asked his friend, rapper Jared Watson (aka Dirty J), to collaborate on a project that would focus on positive vibes and infectious grooves. Watson added singing to his vocal skills, and with percussionist Jon Olazabal, an acoustic trio version of Dirty Heads began playing shows and building an audience. They soon hooked up with producer Rob Cavallo and headed into the studio to record their debut album for Warner Bros., but differences with the label had them looking for other opportunities. Still, the band was able to retain most of its work, including sessions with drummer Josh Freese, along with the late-Beatles collaborator Billy Preston in one of the keyboardist's last recordings. The finished album, Any Port in a Storm, would arrive in 2008, with a deluxe edition following in 2010. The deluxe version featured the track "Lay Me Down" with special guest Rome Ramirez of Sublime with Rome. The song would top Billboard's Alternative Songs chart just before the summer of 2010. They followed up two years later with Cabin by the Sea and later recorded an acoustic version of the title track. This, in turn, led to an entire acoustic album in 2013 called Home: Phantoms of Summer. Dirty Heads' next album, Sound of Change, would prove to be a breakthrough for the now-veteran band, debuting at number eight on the Billboard Top 200 while topping the Independent and Alternative Albums charts upon its May 2014 release. Building on their renewed success, Dirty Heads enlisted a bevy of industry hitmakers to work on their self-titled 2016 follow-up, which — thanks to its mainstream appeal — again charted high on the Billboard Top 200. The following year saw the band drop its sixth studio album, Swim Team, featuring the singles "Vacation" and "Staloney." Also included on the album was the track "So Glad You Made It," featuring 311's Nick Hexum. The single "Listen to Me" arrived in early 2019 and was later included on Dirty Heads' Dave Cobb-produced seventh album Super Moon. ~ David Jeffries, Rovi Website: https://www.dirtyheads.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtyheads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DirtyHeads Twitter: https://twitter.com/dirtyheads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DirtyHeads Spotify: https://play.spotify.com/artist/6GkJh85o22LfD2vgL9DP6f?play=true&utm_source=open.spotify.com&utm_medium=open Apple iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/dirty-heads/id287941061 Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/preview/As2zqtl4npvdfmp3q2a7pwkyh3a?u=0#

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with two of the most well-known songwriters in Nashville; Craig Wisman and Lee Thomas Miller. If you are an aspiring songwriter or musician, this episode is filled with so much wisdom, that it's a can't miss. We discuss their writing process and how they pump out over 100 songs per year... year after year. Between them, they have 33 # 1 songs, winning a number of industry awards, and have written songs for some of country music's top artists like Tim McGraw, Kenny Chesney, Dolly Parton, Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Dierks Bentley, Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, Florida Georgia Line, Brian Kelley, Brad Paisley, Trace Adkins, Terri Clark, Jamey Johnson, Chris Stapleton... the list goes on and on! Be on the listen for a little jam session by Craig Wiseman on the guitar after the closing music... ENJOY! Reach out to Craig here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebigloud Big Loud Publishing Website: http://bigloudpublishing.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigloud Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bigloud Twitter: https://twitter.com/bigloud Reach out to Lee here: Website: http://www.leethomasmiller.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leethomasmiller More on Craig Wiseman Craig Wiseman is one of country music's most renowned, talented and distinguished writers. From his early days of writing and drumming in Hattiesburg, Mississippi to being crowned Songwriter of the Century by ASCAP, he has indeed created for himself a monumental platform in the history of country music. As the writer of songs including Brooks and Dunn's "Believe" to Blake Shelton's "Boys 'Round Here", Wiseman has amassed over 350 cuts, 125 singles, and 27 #1's. After moving to Nashville in 1985 to pursue a career in songwriting, he received his first chart success after having co-written "The Only One" from Roy Orbison's album, Mystery Girl. In 1990, Wiseman signed his first publishing deal with Almo/Irving Music, and ten years later, he signed with BMG Music Publishing. In 2003, Wiseman opened his own publishing company, and within the first year of the independent company's operation, Wiseman experienced the first single of the catalog; "Live Like You Were Dying" by Tim McGraw not only peaked at the top of the charts for ten weeks, but it also was named NSAI Song of the Year, CMA Song of the Year, ACM Song of the Year and won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song. In 2012, Wiseman co-founded Big Loud's management division, the launchpad of Florida Georgia Line, followed by Big Loud Records in 2015. Wiseman's success has continued to escalate at exponential levels throughout the years. He was proclaimed ASCAP's "Songwriter of the Year" in 2003, 2005, and 2007 in addition to being named "Writer of the Year" by NSAI and Music Row in 1997. In 2009, he received the impressive honor of NSAI's "Songwriter of the Decade" and won the 2014 Heritage Award from ASCAP as the most performed country songwriter of the century. Following those years of success, hard work & accomplishments, Wiseman was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in October of 2015. In 2017, Wiseman was honored with a CMA Triple Play Award for FGL's "Anything Goes" & Blake Shelton's "Gonna" & "Came Here To Forget." Although his accomplishments are nothing less than extraordinary, Wiseman's talents and endeavors extend far beyond the field of songwriting. As a complement to Tim McGraw's "Live Like You Were Dying", Wiseman co-wrote a book with the same title, which topped the New York Times Best Seller list in 2004. Additionally, he co-wrote the book A Baby Changes Everything in 2008, in conjunction with Faith Hill's #1 single. The following year, Wiseman starred in a reality TV show, The Hitmen of Music Row, which aired on GAC. For the past 15 years, Wiseman has hosted The Stars of Second Harvest Show at the Ryman, showing his philanthropic heart and giving all proceeds to the Second Harvest Food Bank Of Middle Tennessee. To date, this musical event has raised more than $1.5 million for the food bank. Craig's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebigloud Big Loud Publishing Website: http://bigloudpublishing.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigloud Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bigloud Twitter: https://twitter.com/bigloud More on Lee Thomas Miller FORMER PRESIDENT OF THE NASHVILLE SONGWRITER'S ASSOCIATION (NSAI) 3 Time Grammy Award Nominee: 2003 Grammy nomination: "The Impossible" (Joe Nichols) Country Song of the Year: 2009 Double Grammy nomination: "You're Gonna Miss This"(Trace Adkins)- Country Song of the Year "In Color" (Jamey Johnson)- Country Song of the Year Music Row Magazine: Breakthrough Songwriter of the year 2003 Awarded one of NSAI's 'Ten Songs I Wish I Had Written' 2003: "The Impossible" Awarded one of NSAI's 'Ten Songs I Wish I Had Written' 2008: "You're Gonna Miss This" Won Song of the Year at the 2008 NSAI awards for "You're Gonna Miss This" Nominated for Song of the Year at 2008

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Real Estate Broker Associate Krystal Thomas. We talk about everything from the state of the market in Key West, home buying ranging from under $500K to $1.5M+, the different neighborhoods, rental prices, how to rent out your home, and codes to look out for. If you are thinking about purchasing real estate in Key West, this is the episode for you! More about Krystal Thomas Key West and The Florida Keys are my passion. As an agent with Preferred Properties, I provide a wealth of local Key West knowledge, real estate and vacation rental market experience, and an unbeatable client experience. I decided to make Key West my home in 2006 and consider it a privilege to live and work where others vacation. As an agent, my focus is assisting you in the purchase of the best property for your investment needs, island home, or both!I have over 11 years of experience in Real Estate, including 6 years of Key West real estate and vacation rental market experience. As a graduate of Florida State University and former research manager for a commercial real estate research company, I promise to combine my education and work experience with my passion for Key West and will be an invaluable asset to you in the sale or purchase of your Key West home. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krystalthomas.realtor Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KrystalThomasRE/ Email: [email protected]

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Stephen Kitsakos, Opera creator, stage director and Artist Advisory Council for The Studios of Key West. We talk about his career in NYC and how he made it down to Key West. More on Stephen Kitsakos STEPHEN KITSAKOS is an opera librettist and stage director. With the American composer, Sheila Silver, he wrote libretti for The Wooden Sword, winner of the Sackler Prize for Composition (World Premiere 2009), The White Rooster for the Smithsonian Institution (World Premiere 2010), and A Thousand Splendid Suns, adapted from the international bestselling novel by Khaled Hosseini, commissioned by the Seattle Opera (World Premiere scheduled 2022, previously presented by the National Opera Center New Works Forum). With the composer Martin Hennessy he wrote the opera-theatre one-act operas, An Incident in Sutton Place & The Woman in Penthouse A (World Premiere 2020) & the upcoming The Pleasing Recollection (2021) and A Fairy Tale (2021). Other opera & music projects include The Other Voice with Robert Starer & Gail Godwin, Ashokan with Greg Allen & The Woodstock Cycle. Kitsakos is the recipient of grants or commissions from the National Endowment for the Arts, the New York State Commission on the Arts, the Florida Council on the Arts, the Catskill Watershed Commission, the Episcopal Diocese of New York, the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys, the Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, NYFA and American Opera Projects. His work as a stage director concentrates on new works with established and emerging playwrights and includes Smithtown by Drew Larimore starring Michael Urie, Ann Harada, Colby Lewis & Constance Shulman, The Thing About Pipecleaner People by Drew Larimore with Constance Shulman, Anne by Adi Eshman, Red Masquerade by Jack Wade, and Here's Your Hat, What's Your Hurry? by Eric Weinberger. Since 2018, he has focused on both directing and engaging in scholarly research for the lesser, unknown and experimental one-act plays of Tennessee Williams including Lifeboat Drill, Kingdom of Earth, Green Eyes & The Traveling Companion as an Artistic Associate of the Tennessee Williams Key West Museum. A graduate of New York University and the BMI Musical Theater Workshop, between 1999 & 2013 he was a member of the Theatre Arts Faculty at SUNY New Paltz in New York's Hudson Valley teaching courses in theatre studies, musical theater and performance as well as at Shantigar,the spiritual retreat of playwright Jean-Claude van Italie, and at Kripalu. During that time he was a contributing writer for The Sondheim Review and ABC-CLIO's Music in American Life. Professional affiliations include a librettist member of Opera America, the Dramatists Guild, and a writer member of ASCAP. His experience as an opera-theatre writer has informed his approach to directing and his approach to directing has informed his writing libretti for the opera stage.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter James T. Slater to talk about how he got started, and where he is headed in his amazing career. More on James T. Slater James is a two time, grammy nominated, piano-playing, bilingual singer-songwriter of Bolivian American descent signed to BMG Music Publishing/Nashville with songs recorded by everyone from Carrie Underwood to Tim McGraw to Willie Nelson and Kenny Chesney. Website: https://www.jamestslatermusic.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamestslatermusic/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesTSlaterMusic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXJS8pWNTUt6z_E-dJcW-3g Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_T._Slater

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with singer-songwriter Cliff Cody. We talk about how he went from bouncer to songwriter to give it a shot in Nashville. With nothing lucrative insight and family life calling, Cliff gave up music and moved to his wife's hometown in Ohio. After many nights staring at his guitar sitting in the corner, Cliff picked up that 6 string again to give it one more shot, (with a little motivation from his wife), and the rest is now history! More on Cliff Cody Working as a bouncer at a West Texas honky-tonk, Cliff Cody's life changed forever when the waitress dared him to sing at Karaoke Night. Lucky for Cliff, a band was in the audience looking for a lead singer. They offered Cliff the job that night. The next day he bought a guitar, a week later he had written his first song and 6 months after that, he moved to Nashville. After living in Nashville for 4 years with little success, Cliff went back to school and became an RN. While at a songwriter's retreat in Wyoming, he met his songwriting hero—D. Vincent Williams and he told Cliff something that would change his path. "Whatever "it" is, you've got it and I don't think you even realize it." That was the encouragement he needed and in 2005 Cliff signed his first publishing contract with EMI/Sony Music. "Chasin Whiskey" was Cliff's first cut and recognized as a highlight of Julie Roberts' album "Men and Mascara" by Rolling Stone Magazine. Cliff's second cut was "Glad You're Gone", a song he co-wrote with the members of Halfway to Hazard David Tolliver and Chad Warrix. He co-wrote "Gotta Go to Heaven" with artist Josh Thompson and co-wrote the first single on D. Vincent Williams' freshman album, "Down by the River." Since first playing the Key West Songwriters Festival 12 years ago, Cliff has become a favorite and regular performer in the Keys. He has opened for Dwight Yoakam, Gary Allen, Jamey Johnson, Randy Houser, Phil Vasser, Aaron Lewis, Blackberry Smoke, David Allan Coe, Parmalee, Tracey Lawrence, Travis Tritt, The Charlie Daniels Band, Chris Young, Justin Moore, Ashley McBride and many more. Cliff made the Top 15 national finalists on the ABC talent Show "Rising Star" and wrote a song for the book, "The Shoe-Burnin' - Stories of Southern Soul" available on Amazon. His soulful voice and story telling style of writing has helped Cliff build a loyal following. He makes fast friends and forever fans and once you hear him, you become both. Cliff met his wife Amy at the legendary Bluebird Cafe and they married in 1998. They live in a log cabin with their 125 pound rescue dog--Bronx in the hills of Appalachian Ohio. They are enormously proud of their only child, Veronica who is an honor student at Ohio Wesleyan University—who doesn't call home nearly enough. Where to find Cliff Website: https://www.cliffcody.com Where he's playing: https://www.cliffcody.com/calendar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cliffcody

In this episode of the show, Mark Baratto sits down with Jenny Lorenz and Emily Nixon, the women behind the Local Life Media agency. We talk about how they got started and how they are helping local Key West businesses go from the unknown to socially outgoing ;) More on The Local Life Media KW Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_local_life_kw/

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Key West local musician Jason Lamson. We talk about how he got started in the business, where he is at in his career, where he plays regularly, and where he is headed. More on Jason Lamson Soul-filling, southern vocalist fusing island style, down-home soul, and a touch of funky personality to create a unique sound filling the streets of Key West. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jlamsonmusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jlamsonmusic

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with coffee connoisseur and barista Kaia, in the Backyards of Key West Gallery. We talk about how she got into coffee, why she does everything by hand with no electricity, and why she only uses the best natural ingredients to get the best coffee. More on Kaia's Coffee Cart Love for coffee and sustainability brought this amazing idea together. All off-grid cart, delicious organic coffee, environmentally-friendly supplies, plant-based ingredients. Kaia's passion for healthy living transformed into something magical. Coffee here takes time. Every cup is prepared by Kaia with love and care. Manually made espresso, delicious pour-over, daily made iced coffee or iced latte with choice of organic Oat milk or organic Soy milk. Option of organic syrups. Doesn't matter which one you pick, you will love them all. Website: https://kaiascoffeecart.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaiascoffeecart Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KaiasCoffeeCart

In this episode of the show, Mark Baratto sits down with comedian Esther Ku. We talk about how she got into comedy, where she sharpened her craft and her up-and-coming show at Comedy Key West. More on Esther Ku Esther Ku is a Korean-American stand-up comedian born and raised in Chicago. She honed her act at many of New York City's comedy clubs such as Caroline's, Stand-Up NY, and Broadway. Ku made her television debut as a contestant on NBC's Last Comic Standing Season Six, advancing to the semi-finals in Vegas, then becoming one of the top ten finalists in Hollywood. She made her radio debut on the Howard Stern Show as a finalist on The Hottest Funniest Chick Contest. She was a regular cast member on MTV's Girl Code for three seasons when college kids still had cable. She learned how to temporarily rap for her guest appearances on MTV2's Wild'n Out with Nick Cannon. Ku played a receptionist in The Jack and Triumph Show sitcom alongside Jack MacBrayer, June Squibb, and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, aka Robert Smigel on Adult Swim. She's recorded several voices for Family Guy on Fox. She's made cameos on The Jim Gaffigan Show, @Midnight, Boy Band, and The Fiddling Horse. She is the host of her own podcast Ku and the Gang which has reached the top ten comedy podcasts on iTunes. She has been a guest on The Joe Rogan Experience, The Craig Ferguson Show, The Jenny McCarthy Show, The Church of What's Happening Now with Joey Diaz, Tigerbelly Podcast with Bobby Lee, The Frazer Smith Show on KLOS, The Opie & Jim Norton Show on Sirius XM, the Guys We F*cked Podcast, Playboy Morning Show, Controlled Chaos with Josh Wolf, the Jason Ellis Show, Getting Doug with High, Bertcast with Bert Kreischer, Storyworthy Podcast, and more. Website: https://www.funnyku.com IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3124957/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/Vn9G-Vs3eEw Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/funnyku Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/estherkuku Podcast: https://www.funnyku.com/podcast

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Shay Spence, the traveling food editor for people magazine. We talk about how he got this dream job, how he went viral on TikTok, why he moved to Key West, and his future podcast 😎. More on Shay Spence People Magazine: https://people.com/author/shay-spence/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theshayspence Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshayspence Twitter: https://twitter.com/chezspence Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shay.spence1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shay-spence-6873bb31

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the musically talented husband and wife dynamic duo, Cole Michael Porter and Kendra Porter. We talk about how they got started in the business, how they met, and how they are able to separate music and their career from everyday life. More on the Porter Union Band Porter Union, led by husband and wife, Cole Michael Porter and Kendra Porter, is the result of the two old souls spending the better part of the last decade traveling the country together to play their music everywhere from the dive bars and honky-tonks to festivals and theaters. When you hear the story of Cole and Kendra meeting in a hometown bar, falling in love while writing and playing together, it sounds like a fairy tale built by corporate music row. Luckily, that's where the comparison stops - you won't find overproduced, cliche-filled songs here. Their honest approach to songwriting combines raw emotional themes with a traditional country sound to bring the listener into the story. It's no surprise they've shared a stage with a variety of notable artists including many of their own heroes. Porter Union was recently selected by Travis Tritt as a contestant on REAL COUNTRY on USA Network. Website: https://www.theporterunion.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/porterunion/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/porterunion Twitter: https://twitter.com/PorterUnion

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Laurent, one of the owners of Le Creperie. We talked about how he got started in the restaurant business, how he made it to Key West, and all of the amazing French specialties served daily. More on La Creperie French Cafe Just logged back into Yelp, realizing I forgot to finish this review. I spent two and a half months there earlier this spring from March to mid-May and I absolutely loved this restaurant. There is one other (Russian)Creperie in town, but La Creperie blows that place out of the water. This restaurant is, in my opinion, one of the top 3 breakfast/brunch restaurants in Key West. Deserves multiple visits for anybody staying more than a week. I really hope this place didn't close permanently due to any damage from the recent string of hurricanes. Cant' wait to go back." Jon T 10/15/17 (after Hurricane Irma). Life is Organic! We think that life is nature rather than marketing, so we prepare food from scratch that is fresh, as much as possible organic, natural, and non-GMO. We are gluten-free, vegetarian & vegan friendly, ask for these options, we have plenty! Ask for your needs...and drink biodynamics wines! La Crêperie French Café Key West is located in Bahama Village, come to experience authentic traditional French Cuisine. 300 Petronia St #1, Key West, FL 33040 +1 305 440 2240 Dine-in & Pick-up from 7.30am to 3pm. Website: https://www.lacreperiekeywest.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lacreperiekw/

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with singer-songwriter Wade Bowen. We talk about how Wade got started in the business and his overall love for the music he sings. More About Musician Wade Bowen Wade Bowen is an American Texas Country/Red Dirt singer from Waco, Texas, United States. Bowen was a member of the band West 84 with friend Matt Miller until 2001 when the group became known as Wade Bowen and West 84. He released his first album in 2002, Try Not To Listen, which became a regional hit in Texas. He released his first live album in 2003, recorded live at The Blue Light in Lubbock, Texas, followed by studio albums Lost Hotel in 2006 and If We Ever Make It Home in 2008. On November 21, 2009, Bowen recorded his second live album at Billy Bob's Texas in Fort Worth. The album was released on April 27, 2010, as a CD/DVD combo. Bowen released his fourth studio album, The Given, in 2010. It was his first on a major label, Sony imprint BNA Records, though he returned to releasing music independently after BNA closed. He released a self-titled studio album in 2014, followed by a duets album in 2015 with singer Randy Rogers of the Randy Rogers Band, titled Hold My Beer Vol. 1. Bowen's next album was Then Sings My Soul: Songs for My Mother, a solo gospel-influenced studio release. He has released 3 more albums: Watch This, with Randy Rogers, Solid Ground, released in 2018, and a follow up to Hold My Beer Vol. 1, Hold My Beer Vol. 2 with Randy Rogers. During the Covid-19 Pandemic of 2020, Wade started a web series of live shows called Wade's World, where he hosted other prominent Texas musicians to play and tell stories about their songs every Friday night. Guests included Bruce Robison, Cody Canada, Jack Ingram, and others Website: https://www.wadebowen.com Tour Dates: https://www.wadebowen.com/#tour-dates Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wadebowen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewadebowen Twitter: https://twitter.com/wadebowen YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/wadebowen Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3OftZbLfcqulxWNZMX8zLI Apple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/wade-bowen/26516840 Booking Information Henry Glascock at the William Morris Endeavor Agency 615.963-3386 or [email protected]

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Soapmaker and connoisseur, Mariam Tvaliashvil. We talk about how Mariam got started in the business, which soaps are good for what, and how she is changing lives one dirty face at a time! More on KW Soaps KW Soaps started from a desire to provide our friends and family a quality, natural soap gift. We slowly started trying out formulas and processes until we arrived at what is now known as the KW Soap. Our first-rate ingredients and exceptional quality led to customers wanting more and so here we are. We're a business made up of people who believe our product should speak for itself and it should be for everyone. We take pride in our ingredients and processes and hope that you will enjoy the KW Soap experience just as much as we do! Website: https://www.kwsoaps.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kwsoaps/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwsoaps GET IN TOUCH The Shops at Mallory Square 291 Front Street, Suite 215 Key West, Florida 33040 305-240-2660 [email protected]

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Steve Alsobrook, the chief pilot and spokesperson for Skydive Key West. We talk about how the business was started, the first time Steve jumped out of a plane... and some celebrity gossip. More on Skydive Key West Rated one of the top ten places to skydive in the world. With tropical views, this is an experience you won't soon forget. After jumping from the plane, you will experience the thrill of falling at speeds of 120 mph or more. Once your parachute opens, your dive becomes peacefully quiet, and you will enjoy a five to seven-minute ride floating quietly back to earth for a soft, pinpoint landing. You may see dolphins, tropical birds, Seven Mile Bridge, and all of the middle keys. You can assist your instructor in steering the parachute if you like or you can leave your hands free to wave to your friends as you land. Website: https://skydivekeywest.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Skydive_Key_west Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skydivekeywest Address: 5 Bat Tower Rd, Sugarloaf Key, Florida, U.S.A 33040

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with local artists Jasmine Jones and Katlin Spain of the amazing Ocean Blues Studio. We talk about how each of them got started as individual artists, how they met, and how they formed Ocean Blues Studio; an amazing place where create and showcase their art, all in one place. More about Ocean Blues Studio Jasmine Jones Born and raised here in Key West, Jones grew up immersed in color. From the vibrant flora and fauna that thrive on the island, to the picturesque sunsets and ocean seascapes, there was always plenty to draw inspiration from. She creates her artwork using a combination of alcohol inks, acrylic paint and resin layers to create a body of work with a greater depth than traditional two dimensional paintings. Her paintings focus on vibrant colors, particularly the blues of the ocean, from which the name of the studio is derived. Katlin Spain Originally from Kansas, Spain immediately fell in love with Key West. In her studio practice, Spain works to deconstruct familiar shapes & associations by changing their colors, textures, & patterns. She carefully curates them into landscape-like environments where these new objects can coexist. It is in these vivid other-worldly scenes that the viewer can allow themselves to exist in a land of the sweetness & the phenomena of the 'new.' Website: https://www.oceanbluesstudio.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oceanbluesstudio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oceanbluesstudio Studio Location 291 Front Street, Suite 114 Key West, FL 33040 Hours Monday — Saturday 10am — 5pm Sunday (Funday) CLOSED Contact [email protected] Local Artist Collective Artist Workspace & Gallery, showcasing contemporary and abstract artists of the Florida Keys. For the month of April, I will be showcasing all of my art (backyardsofkeywest.com) at their studio!! Be on the lookout for my own gallery space at the Mallory Square Mall too - right across from Ocean Blue Studio!!

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the GM Daylin, and the iconic Irish Kevin's Bar We talk about the origin of the bar and what they did to thrive during and after COVID times. More about Irish Kevin's Since July of 1998 Irish Kevin's Bar has been inviting guests to "come on in"! Singer, songwriter and entertainer 'Irish Kevin' had the vision to open his bar on Duval Street focused on live music and good times…a simple formula that has established the bar as an institution in the heart of Old Town Key West. The island city is like no other city in the world, and Irish Kevin's is like no other bar. There is truly something for everyone at Irish Kevin's. We are proud to offer a full bar with unique cocktails and twenty-six beers on tap. Live entertainment is served up seven days a week from early in the morning until closing time. All are welcome to sing-along and maybe even become part of the show! Plenty of televisions ensure you won't miss out on your favorite sporting events. Be sure to come hungry as we have a tasty food menu ranging from a light salad to a one-pound burger! Try the Rueben sandwich that is piled high with corned beef that is slow-cooked in house! Our gift shop is open all day and our staff will help you find the perfect souvenirs to remember your southernmost adventure. Come join us and find out why our motto is: "I Came, I Drank, I Don't Remember"! Website: https://irishkevins.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irishkevinsbar Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IrishKevinsBar Location We are open daily from 11am to 3:30am. Our kitchen is open from 11am to 11pm Times may vary during special events. 211 Duval Street Key West, FL 33040 305-292-1262

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Tiffany Dunsmore, the Development Director in Key West. We talk about how the SPCA is doing post-COVID-19 and how you can help. Florida Keys SPCA Mission The Florida Keys SPCA is dedicated to promoting the humane treatment of all animals through compassionate care, adoption, education, population control and humane law enforcement. We are a completely independent, private, not-for-profit organization and are not funded by, any other state or national humane organization. Monroe County funds a contract for FKSPCA to provide animal control services in our jurisdiction, yet for additional community services we provide, we rely on grants, fundraising and donations from supporters like you to help us provide a high standard of care for our animals. Florida Keys SPCA provides adoption services, essential animal care, as well as animal control & cruelty investigations under contract with Monroe County. Florida Keys SPCA has operated the Key West animal shelter on Stock Island since 1999, and in Marathon since 2015, providing essential services for Key West, the Lower Keys and Middle Keys between mile marker 0 and 70. Website: https://fkspca.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/floridakeysspca/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/fkspca

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with local Key West artist, Abigail White. We talk about where she gets her inspiration and, why for heaven's sake, is she not more famous here in Key West! I'm a huge fan of her work and have been for years before I even moved to Key West. The way she turns houses and iconic spots like Sloppy Joes into conch shell paintings are AMAZING!! More on Abigail White Growing up on the island of Key West has been an inspiring journey. I'm a pastor's daughter and one of nine children; my mother home-schooled me, affording me plenty of free time to draw and paint, two of my favorite things. Key West has an artistic vibe: not only is it gorgeous and chromatic, but artists from around the world gather here and pool their knowledge. It's easy to feed off that vibe and learn from those artists! One thing artists here love to depict are conch houses. Cute homes constructed by Bahama immigrants in Key West during the 19th century. They get their name from the conch shell because people from the Bahamas were said to eat lots of conch meat. As far as I know, I'm the first to paint literal 'conch houses' with the conch shell as the exterior of house. Key West's symbol is the conch shell so it's appropriate! My art has gone on to include conchs transformed into other things, like boats and a sleigh. I still live in Key West and continue to draw inspiration from its beauty. I live with my husband, Terence, the Key West high school Cross Country coach (team name: The Fighting Conchs) and our two sons, Atticus and Archie. Thanks for checking out my art! Website: https://colorsofwhite.com Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ColorsofWhitekw Abigail White Art: https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/abigail-white Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colorsofwhite/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColorsofWhite

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Lost Boy creator and leader himself (no not Rufio) Matthew Atkinson. We learn how Matt made his way to St. John, how he became a shaper of wooden boats and boards, how he made his way to Key West, and how the origin of Lost Boy Creations came about. More on Lost Boy Creations Live like a Lost Boy Lost Boy:{lost boi} noun purveyor of dreams follower of the heart wanderer (see also: mermaid, unicorn, pirate) We count ourselves among a hand full of brave, wild, and fun-loving explorers who followed their wandering souls to the land of sand and sun. We strive to bring a sense of youth, style and paradise to all through our "adventure" woodworking, apparel and wanderlust lifestyle. A Lost Boy knows what it means to truly live. A Lost Boy follows his or her passion. Lost Boys do not fall into one religion, gender, race, orientation, or title. We roam until we find our path. To conform is not in our DNA. Our passions are our professions. The lifestyle of a Lost Boy is not bought, taught or learned. A Lost Boy lies waiting to be discovered in all of us. We're adventurers, dreamers, and friends; boarders, boaters and builders. We're one of a kind and kind to all. We're far from where we started but never alone. Our roots can be traced from the mainland to the small island of St. John, in the US Virgin Islands and beyond. After nearly a decade on St. John, Irma came to claim her bounty. We had to make some difficult decisions but rolled with the punches. These days you can find us at the end of the road. We'll be bumping quality tunes and handcrafting our custom surfboards, paddleboards, and whatever else we can dream up down at 225 Petronia St. We're here when we are, and adventuring when we're not. Join the movement. Find your Neverland. #livelikealostboy and share it with everyone... Website: https://lostboycreations.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lostboycreations/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lostboycreation/ Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/docklightproductions Contact Email: [email protected] Phone: 2035977580 417 Southard St. Key West, Florida 33040

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with returning guest, Paul Menta. Paul may be known for his Kiteboarding and his Rum (Key West Legal Rum Distillery), but we sit down to discuss his newest project, Shopmomandpop.com When COVID-19 hit, Paul saw how hard local businesses got hit, that he created a FREE listing for locally-owned independent businesses and services of Key West & the Florida Keys. More on SHOPMOMANDPOP.com Mom and Pop business is two out of three businesses in Key West and the Florida Keys. Shopping Mom and Pop businesses support our neighbors and families who live in Key West and the Florida Keys. Mom and Pop's are the folks who make up our Island communities. These are the folks who are always there for us, who say hello, who remember you, and who make our lives better even when we are busy. Mom and Pop businesses are always there for us with a smile. Support Key West, support the Florida Keys: Shop Mom and Pop. Website: https://shopmomandpop.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shopmomandpop Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopmomandpop Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/shopmomandpop

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Scott Gerke, a Key West local that many of you know - or will know real soon. He created the Key West Full Moon Experience, has an event company, is a local DJ, took a stranger on the most epic Key West adventure - and suffers from anxiety. Like most of us out there, Scott may have looked like he had everything together from the outside. The great job, great apartment, the girl, the height (he is super tall), and living the island life... until he suffered from his first panic attack. After many months of feeling lost, Scott did what any reasonable person did; he sold all of his stuff and build a tiny house out of his Sprinter Van. Scott found himself driving all over the country and documenting his journey. A journey which you can find on his YouTube channel called, "Once a Stranger, Now a Friend." As someone who loves to meet new people, I created a little summer journey meeting random strangers and documenting the experiences I have with them, all through the power of hello. Life can bring us incredible offerings if we allow us to open up to all walks of life and that is what this series is all about. What I hope to gain from this journey is a better understanding of what makes all of us unique, with a new perspective on how each of us choose to live our lives. ~ Scott Gerke We go in so many directions during this episode, but most importantly, want people out there that are suffering from some sort of mental health issue - YOU are not alone. More on Scott Gerke I live by the quote, "A stranger is just a friend you haven't met yet" and a believer in the power of hello. By accepting other for who they are and allowing them to be their true selves around us, we can live a pretty fulfilling and incredible life. All it takes is a simple hello. My ultimate goal with this channel is to create a mental health talk-therapy foundation, where people can use the foundation's money to talk out their feelings with a professional and become the best version of themselves. With your support, we can make that dream become a reality. Please subscribe to my channel and let's grow this channel, together. I am also a DJ and event producer in Key West, FL, and hope to celebrate an occasion with you someday :) Website: https://www.scottcgerke.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MrGerkman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottcgerke/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gerkescott

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Beards and Brews owner, Eric to discuss how he got the idea, how longs he's been cutting hair, and how the island locals came together to support him and his new venture. More on Beards and Brews Barbershop & Bar Beards and Brews is the "Premier Barbershop Of The Florida Keys," offering craft beer and select draft beers while you wait*. With multi-generational barbers, with a combined experience of over 30 years. We are your local trusted barber! Specializing in men's style haircuts and beard trimming and up keep. Ask about beard hair care products and more. *Must be 21 or older to purchase alcohol. Non-Alcoholic beverages are also available for those who do not drink and or are not of age. Minors are to be accompanied by an adult. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beardsandbrewsbarbershop/ Location: 5450 MacDonald Ave Unit 6, Key West, FL 33040 Phone: (305) 292-1460

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Smuggler Jim (JD Martin) at his Whiskey tai sting room on 627 Eton Street. We talk about the family history behind the Smuggler and well... everything Whiskey :) More on Key West Trading Company "Purveyors of Fine Whiskies and Spirits" This is the philosophy that our founder JD Martin had in mind when he created the company. "I wanted to bring my family heritage of a reputation for Top Quality spirits and old school customer service to Key West" Martin said. JD Martin (Smuggler Jim) is a 5th generation whiskey maker from Kentucky. The Martin family is well known for producing only the best quality spirits. They never used flavorings to hide the taste and the flagship product utilizes a recipe that has been unchanged since 1883. JD is the first Martin to "go legal" in 136 years. 'I am very proud of my heritage. I grew up in a very unique way and learned values that aren't taught much these days. My grandfather was my mentor. He taught me how to run liquor starting when I was 9 years old. We hid our stills in an old smokehouse on the farm that we used to smoke Country Hams. It was a simple but effective operation. In the winter we switched from whiskey making to gambling. This is the lifestyle that kept our family fed for generations. There was a certain respect that we had in the community and some romance to the process. My Grandfather always said that "Behind every great spirit is a great story". JD Martin has followed his grandfather's wisdom and offers just that through the Key West Trading Company, great spirits with great stories. He combines old world technique with modern processes such as the TerrePure process used in making their spirits today. Website: https://keywesttradeco.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keywesttradingco Facebook.: https://www.facebook.com/keywesttradingcompany Don't forget to listen to the B-Man & mi-Shell show: https://bmmbhz.com/bio

On this episode of the podcast, Mark Baratto sits down with chef and food truck owner of The Jerk Caribbean food, Deon. We talked about how Deon got into the cooking game, how his culinary education mixed with family recipes, created some of the best Caribbean food on island. I should know... I had to get some after the interview! More on The Jerk We specialize in flavorful Caribbean Cuisine, only the best is good enough! Whole fish, Jerk, Oxtails, Curries, stews and many more specials. We do special requests, & takeout catering! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thejerkkw/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Thejerkkw/ Address 6404 Front St Key West, FL 33040 Phone: (305) 407-0331 Open everyday: 10:30AM - 10:30PM

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Shots and Giggles owners Steve Kibbe and Hannia Rivera. We talk about how they got into the bar business and why they decided to open this local favorite. More on Shots and Giggles Shots and Giggles is located on the corner of Ann and Greene Street next door to Tattoos & Scars Saloon. A local's favorite known for its intimate setting. S&G features over 60 craft beers, fine wine and premium liquors. S&G will be celebrating its 9th anniversary this Thanksgiving of 2021. Owners Steve Kibbe and Hannia Rivera have been a part of Key West for over 25 years. Steve arrived in Key West via Sacramento, California, however he is often seen around town in an Eagles jersey. Hannia, a diehard Redskins fan, arrived in Key West via Annapolis, MD is often seen wearing her "I hate Dallas" t-shirt around town. As lifelong restauranteurs and bar managers, Steve and Hannia are fortunate to have realized their dream of owning this little piece of hidden paradise. Website: https://www.shotsngiggles.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shotsandgiggleskw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shotsngiggleskw/ 201 Ann Street Key West, Fl 33040 T / 305-414-8272

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Singer, songwriter, and all-around cool guy, Arlis Albritton. We talked about his journey and how he got started in music (hint, it was the mailroom), navigating the Nashville writing scene, and how he is expanding his talent into the festival arena, with the St. Augustine Songwriters Festival: http://staugustinesongwritersfestival.com More on Arlis Arlis started writing full time, getting numerous cuts on acts like Julie Roberts, Keith Anderson, Jeff Bates, Halfway To Hazard and John Michael Montgomery to name a few. More recently Luke Bryan cut "Too Damn Young" on Luke's triple-platinum album Tailgates and Tanlines. Arlis also had the honor of co-producing his song "Good Morning Sunrise" on Jamey Johnson's Grammy and ACM nominated album. Arlis saw some chart success with "Won't Be Lonely Long" by Josh Thompson, reaching number 25 on the Billboard charts. Arlis's songs have been placed in Nissan commercials as well as the television show "The Voice" Website: http://arlisalbritton.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arlisalbritton Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlis.albritton New Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1psqQliDkawXBWBTnoB6wi

In this episode of the Podcast, Mark Baratto sits down with artists Helen and Ben Harrison to talk about their gallery on White Street, but in a surprise turn of events, ended up talking about their life at sea. I think the below quote sums it up - enjoy! "In the 1970s my husband, Ben, and I spent four years building a thirty-eight foot sailboat in Costa Rica, a massive project for two gringos in a foreign country. Starting with a bare hull, we designed and constructed this giant sculptural object of functional art using self-taught traditional wood techniques that set the stage for my present work. While traveling and living aboard, which we did for 11 years, I began my transition from boatwork to sculpture." Read About Their Journey In Sailing Down The Mountain: A Costa Rican Adventure More on Harrison Gallery Located in the southernmost city in the continental United States, Harrison Gallery has become a local institution, earning a reputation as a destination for some of the best fine art in the area. A privately owned and operated art studio and show space, the gallery was opened by Helen and Ben Harrison in 1986. Harrison Gallery represents a select group of artists from whose work, along with that of the Harrison's, make the gallery a truly personal and unique artistic experience that should not be missed. Website: http://www.harrison-gallery.com Instagram: http://www.harrison-gallery.com/instagram Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harrisongallery Ben Harrison's music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2Hy8T1RUaoSDiLKqElGFV4?si=b0ZIGZSIQGi4b24_qEgylg

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Head Mermaid, Kristi Ann to talk about how she got the idea for the festival, and how she applied her savvy retail skills into her creation. Save the date: July 1st - 5th 2021 More on the Mermaid Festival The Key West Mermaid Festival is founded by a Key West native mermaid. She, along with her crew and pod, invite you to step back in time to an island called Cayo Hueso (Bone Cay), where the Gulf meets the Atlantic, and the captains, seafarers, and fishermen would tell their stories of the sweet sirens' songs. This fin-tastic five-day event will unite the Key West locals and tourists, our neighboring Keys, visiting mermaid communities, and mermaid enthusiasts from around the world, on our magical little island. Family friendly, with fun for all, join us as we raise awareness for our beautiful oceans and educate all humans to swim safely in mermaid tails. #TheTakeOverIsReel we like to say, and we look forward to getting salty with all of the captains and mermaids who work hard to make Key West and the Florida Keys a better place for all who live the island life and our visitors. Website: https://www.keywestmermaidfestival.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/keywestmermaidfestival Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Key-West-Mermaid-Festival-393132694482477/ This episode is sponsored by Backyards of Key West art :) https://backyards-of-key-west.myshopify.com

In this episode, Mark Baratto interviews Kathy Stamper and Scott Schofield to talk about the Key West Express, which takes residents and visitors to and from Key West, Fort Meyers and the Marco Island area. More on the Key West Express Key West Express to Paradise - Chill Out, Relax, Enjoy, Explore Our jet-powered catamarans deliver you to the Southernmost Point of the United States, a Vacation Spot of Poets, Pirates, Presidents & Partygoers. Have your camera ready as you take in the famed arts and entertainment of Duval Street, world-renowned fishing, diving, and Mallory Square's breathtaking daily Sunset Celebration! For more information about your cruising experience and what you need for your journey, please click below to view their Your Experience page. Website: https://www.keywestexpress.net Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keywestexpress/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeyWestExpress Twitter: https://twitter.com/keywestexpress Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/keywestexpress/

In this guest episode, Alia Moore interviews Mark Baratto on the Blame it on Buffett Podcast. This is an exclusive "role reversal" where Alia has me on as a guest on her podcast. If you ever wanted to know who the guy was behind the Backyards of Key West podcast, this is your chance! More on the Blame it on Buffett Podcast A podcast about Jimmy Buffett, Parrot Heads, Trop Rock, and all things escapism adjacent! I had a great time chatting with Mark because not only did we talk about Key West and his awesome Backyards of Key West Instagram account and podcast, we also kind of geeked out about podcasting and marketing. I hope that if you have ever been on the fence about starting that podcast or other creative project, that this episode will inspire you! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blamebuffettpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlameBuffettPod/ Anchor.FM: https://anchor.fm/blamebuffettpod

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with the artists and creators of Sacred Space: Lucy Hawk, Barbara Sage, Emily Shipman and Cristina Velardi. We talk about how this group of powerhouse ladies found each other, how they support each other, and how Sacred Space was formed. More on Sacred Space Sacred Space is an artist collective representing 9 local female creatives. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacredspacekeywest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sacredspacekeywest Keys Weekly: https://keysweekly.com/42/key-west-gallery-showcases-girl-power-and-art/ Location: 5700 4th Avenue Stock Island, FL 33040 Email: [email protected] Hours: 10AM - 6PM Meet the Creators Bella Laine by Emily Shipman Website: https://bellalaineart.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bellalaineart/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bellalaineart Whimsy Key West by Barbara Sage Website: https://www.whimsykeywest.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whimsykeywest/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whimsykeywest Lucy Hawk Art by Lucy Hawk Website: https://www.lucyhawkart.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucyhawkart/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lucyhawkart Cocky Key West by Cristina Velardi Website: http://www.cockykw.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cockykeywest/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CockyKeyWest/

In the episode, Mark Baratto sits down with travel blogger Michele O'Connor to talk about how she started her blogging business and how she grew her website into a full-time business. More on FunInKeyWest.com Who are we and what do we know about Key West? We are avid travelers. Road trip is our middle name. Any chance we get, we are on the open road. We even have jobs that have us traveling around. I guess you could say it's a way of life. A few years back, we ended up at the end of the road, A1A that is, and found Key West. It truly was love at first sight. We met in Alaska and since then have been looking for a place that reminded us of that frontier spirit… we found it in Key West. As often as we can we travel back to Key West and enjoy every minute we have on the Island. Our youngest lives in Florida, so it gives us a great excuse to stop in and say "hi" to him before we travel down to the Keys. Our boys finally were able to take a trip to the Keys and now have been bitten by the bug…. the Key West bug… and they travel there as often as they can too. Which brings us to why we have created this website. We want to help you plan your trips down to Key West. Notice I said "trips"? You will want to visit over and over again …. trust us on that! Reach out we are here to answer your questions and help you not be overwhelmed when planning your trip. Want to explore ideas on your own? Check out our website. Every one of our posts is written by us… which means, we only write about what we have done, seen, or been. You get our honest opinion about a restaurant, bar, or tour. Kevin is a wonderful photographer and most of our website is filled with his photos. I use my iPhone and find it does a pretty decent job. Also, I write most of the articles – so if you find grammatical errors or unfinished thoughts… let me know… I will probably blame it on tequila but will appreciate your input. Also, feel free to comment. We love to hear what you think. Comment on a post or we have a very active social media fan base on Facebook and Instagram and would love to hear from you. Give us ideas on where to go, food to eat and of course drinks to try. Like most of you, we want to live in Key West full time and are working on that goal every day. Follow my blog as I will keep you updated on the struggle …. and some days it is a struggle because we really want to be there instead of here. Here we work long hours and have days filled with cold and snow in the winter months… unless we have escaped for a short period of time to the Island. Website: https://www.funinkeywest.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/funinkeywest/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FunInKeyWest Twitter: http://twitter.com/FunInKW YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLPjTyll8Sp59G9KhysTgeQ

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Carol Hill, the owner of the Yankee Freedom III Ferry to the Dry Tortugas. This episode was recorded at the beginning of 2020 and Carol has a little cold, but don't worry, it wasn't COVID-19 :) We talk about how Carol got into the business, all the hoops she needed to jump through to be the exclusive free to the Dry Tortugas, and how having a positive attitude always wins out. More on The Yankee Freedom III Journey from Key West to the Dry Tortugas National Park & Fort Jefferson aboard the Yankee Freedom III Ferry! Cruise in spacious comfort to Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas National Park aboard the Yankee Freedom III, a high-speed ocean-going catamaran specifically designed for carrying passengers safely across the 70 miles of open water from Key West to the Park. The Yankee Freedom II is 100' long and 60' wide, a broad and stable vessel certified to carry 250 passengers; however, to maximize the comfort of each guest, we limit each trip to 175 passengers. Our veteran captain and friendly crew will take you to one of the most unique and spectacular national parks in the United States: The Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson, one of the top Key West attractions. Website: https://www.drytortugas.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drytortugas/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drytortugas Twitter: https://twitter.com/yankeefreedom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/HistoricTours

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Tom Carbone, the owner of Carbone's Custom Firearms. We discuss how Tom got into the business and his passion for bringing firearm safety and understanding to the Florida Keys. Whether you are a gun lover or not, this is a great episode to get the understand from someone who has been in the business for decades. More on Carbone's Custom Firearms The Florida Keys longest established Class 2 Manufacturer and SOT holder. Rock River Arms Inc Law Enforcement dealer in Monroe County. We have been supplying the needs of Military and Law Enforcement around the country. We are now open and ready to serve all residents of Monroe County and the country. Come to the only firearms business where we have walked the walk and talked the talk. No flash, no fluff. Website: https://www.keywestguns.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carbonescustom/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CCFKW/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-r-carbone-86a26a1b/ 6810 Front Street, Unit 2 Key West, FL 33040 Phone: 305-923-5455 [email protected]

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Key West City Manager Greg Veliz (before the Covid-19 pandemic). We talked about Greg's journey from Conch to elected official, and all the bumps in-between. I love and admire Greg's tenacity and hope this episode teaches you that anything can happen with the right attitude. More on Greg Veliz The City Manager's Department provides executive leadership in the management of all departments and enterprises of the City. The City Manager reports to the Mayor and Commissioners and responds to the needs of the public by proactively seeking public feedback. Website: https://www.cityofkeywest-fl.gov/395/City-Manager

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Hillary to talk about how she became a stylist, how she made her way down to Key West, and why she decided to open her own Beauty Lounge right in the middle of the Covid-19 crisis. This episode is loaded with inspiration and is worth listening to (whether you are into hair or not :). More on Cayo Beauty Lounge by Hillary Our mission is to inspire the community of women by offering a unique and refreshing vibe, while providing top notch hair care and focusing on what we do best. Beautiful natural looking hair that turnsheads. Meet Hillary. Some call her the 'hairwizard', Hillary is the owner of Cayo Beauty Lounge. She prides herself on her innate ability to really listen to the clients wants and needs and turning it into a masterpiece. Her style signature look is creating a perfect low maintenance color that stays beautiful overtime. Hillary loves trendy hair with a classic and natural appeal. Her advanced cutting training has allowed her to give each and every woman a cut that suits their face, shape and hair texture. Website: https://cayobeautyloungekw.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cayo_beauty_lounge/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cayobeautylounge/ CAYO BEAUTY LOUNGE 218 WHITEHEAD ST, KEY WEST, FL, 33040 On arrival KEYPAD ENTRY 2181. (504) 881-6046 [email protected] Parking Instructions: Pay to park available in the Margaritaville Resort. Public parking garage. Off Street parking available nearby. Please allow 15 min to accomodate for parking. Salon is located inside the building. Privae access, down the hall to the left.