# Akeylah Simone

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Podcast: [Behind the Bower](https://stenobird.com/podcast/behind-the-bower-6772044)
Published: 2026-06-02T20:54:11+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Behind the Bower, host Ryan interviews Virginia-based singer-songwriter Akeylah Simone ahead of her free concert at the Bower Center for the Arts on June 13th. Akeylah shares her lifelong connection to music, rooted in a family of musicians, and describes her genre-fluid style blending rock, R&B, pop, and jazz. She discusses her intuitive songwriting process, drawing inspiration from authentic lived experiences. Akeylah also highlights her community-focused values, including her nonprofit work addressing food insecurity. The conversation underscores the vital role arts play in bringing people together, especially in small towns and rural communities.

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