Raised in the inner city of Covington, Kentucky, Kareem Simpson is an author, innovator, community enthusiast, military veteran, serial entrepreneur, foodie and lover of all things creative.
Free festival music stages on both sides of the Ohio are themed and include country, bluegrass, Americana, southern rock, blues, gospel, and, of course, jazz.
The Emmy award-winning singer and educator’s festival project traces migration through America’s waterways exploring African, Cajun, and Indigenous musical traditions.
At a time when the arts are facing increased pressure to conform or sanitize, Fringe’s commitment to creative risk and artistic integrity remains vital.