Julie Dexter is New Again and coming to Jacksonville
Come See The Sensational Julie Dexter @ Poppy Smoke Love March 29th, 2012 in Jacksonville, FL
Wed Mar. 14 – Just got off the phone with the Julie Dexter and can’t wait to see her show when she comes to Jacksonville. We talked about her latest project, working with producer Steve “Miggedy” Maestro, the new video for hit single “New Again” directed by Alex Magaña and crab legs. Yep. I had to get her back on the phone a second time to find out more. You should know by now how much I like good people.
photo credit Seth Kammueller & Jessica Williams
Originally from Birmingham, England, this classically trained artist composes and arranges her own music. Her journey to success began 1994 when she first appeared on The Jamaican Beat Vol 1 with Jazz Jamaica. Five years later she packed up her bags and headed to the States making residence in Atlanta, GA where she now resides. With encouragement from her management she launched on own label, Ketch A Vibe Records and the rest is history.
Rejoicing in the blessing of her 9 month old son, this mother of two is just getting started. She is New Again just like the title of her first solo project in six years. Julie told us that “I enjoyed making the whole album…the music just touched me. He [Steve “Miggedy” Maestro] came with like 40 or 50 tracks. I’ve never been so in tune with a producer, he was able to deliver just what I was looking for.” On this project you’ll hear some of that Rose Royce sound with the horns and though she confesses that she’s never been much of a slow jam singer, you’ll get some of that as well, reminiscent of yesteryear.
We briefly spoke on the rigors of motherhood and running her own label. As for managing a six year old, a 9 month old, and a record label Julie tells us “It’s what I like to call my beautiful struggle. Like anything it demands you get organized. You gotta make it happen. I have a wonderful support system. It also teaches one of the most important lessons in life about following your dreams. Pursue you passion, it’s the best lesson you can teach anyone. I’ve been fortunate enough to make a living doing something I love and support my family. When I started [Ketch A Vibe Records] it was about more control. Instead of looking for an outlet I decided to create an opportunity. It’s about more control of my business, my royalties are my 401K. And I’m still figuring it out myself, still building.
It was surprising to learn that though she’s been creating music since 2000 with her Ketch A Vibe Debut project Peace of Mind, The video for New Again directed by Alex Magaña is her first Official Music Video. Check it out below. New Again is a very intimate song that will make you take an introspective look at love. If you know about the work it takes to make love work you’ll appreciate the sentiment and emotion in this one and if you don’t, you’ll learn a thing a two about keeping it fresh.
Before we wrapped up Miss Dexter had one special request. She told me, “When I come to Jacksonville I want to get some crab legs, I love ’em. King crabs with all the meat” so I’ll need you guys to help me out. I’m working it from my end, but if you’ve got a recommendation leave a comment. See soon Jax.
Catch Julie Dexter Live!
- March 29, 2012
- Poppy Love Smoke
- 112 East Adams Street
- Jacksonville, FL 32202
