TROPICAL TROUBADOUR KURT STEVENS TO DEBUT AS MAUI SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL FIRST-EVER ‘FIND’ JANUARY 15 – 18, NEW SINGLE “EVERGLADES” SPINNING ON SIRIUSXM RADIO MARGARITAVILLE
MAUI, Hawaii (January 7, 2025) – Hailing from South Florida, Kurt Stevens is steeped in the traditions of artists like Jimmy Buffett, Kenny Chesney and Jack Johnson. Writing and recording songs about life on the coast and in the South – a tropical vibe with rich lyrical undercurrents. It was his unique new take that appealed to the Maui Songwriters Festival when they chose him as their first-ever “Festival Find” for the upcoming 10 year anniversary of the festival January 15 through 18 that is highly regarded throughout the songwriter community. The festival features singer/songwriters Lee Brice, for KING+COUNTRY’s Joel Smallbone, Randall King, Moriah, Chris DeStefano, Brice Long and others. More information can be found at mauisongwritersfestival.com.
Kurt Stevens recently captured the attention of SiriusXM Radio Margaritaville with his newest release “Everglades” now in regular rotation on the beloved satellite radio home of Jimmy Buffett music and lifestyle. The song equates a romantic relationship with the attributes of the Florida everglades, seemingly endless, strong and incredibly breathtaking in their own way. Listen to “Everglades” here: ffm.to/everglades.OPR
About Kurt Stevens
Kurt Stevens brings the warmth of Florida’s coast to every performance, blending laid-back trop-rock with the storytelling soul of country. With over 1,200 live shows under his belt, Kurt has charmed audiences everywhere from intimate tiki bars to major music festival stages. A classically trained pianist and multi-instrumentalist, Kurt’s musical journey began at just four years old, evolving through his college days in Tallahassee to his current base in Nashville. Drawing inspiration from artists like Jimmy Buffett, Jack Johnson, Kenny Chesney, and Bob Marley, Kurt has crafted a unique sound that resonates with fans worldwide. His 2023 release, “Sunshine State of Mind,” has garnered over 200 million impressions on TikTok and helped push his streaming numbers past two million. With a new project on the way, Kurt’s music continues to celebrate the spirit of his Florida roots. Find out more at kurtstevensmusic.com.
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