Nick Juno knows how to tell a powerful story.
The folk singer-songwriter, historian, and storyteller is driven by curiosity and a desire to understand, express, and connect with listeners.
“I want to know something,” said Juno, who lives in Metro Detroit. “I want to say something; I want to feel something. And I want the listener to feel something, too.”
Whether he’s writing and singing about women working in cigar factories or calling for the release of a wrongly imprisoned activist, Juno’s songs hit an emotional and thoughtful mark.
“I’m a topical folk singer with songs often inspired by front-page headlines, historical events, museums, or personal stories shared by everyday people,” he said.
“My music, whether personal or historical, aims to honor the power of storytelling and connect people to both the past and present.”
His engaging stories and songs are best heard in intimate settings, like coffeehouses, taverns, small theaters, and house concerts.
“House concerts are a favorite setting at this stage of my career,” said Juno, who hails from Flint and has been writing and performing since the early ‘80s.
“Intimate and conversational spaces allow me to set up songs, tell their stories, and create memorable, meaningful events with listeners up close.”
I recently spoke with Juno about select songs from his catalog and his upcoming plans.
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