J. Cruz

Panama City Beach, FL

$400-2000

Travels up to 200 miles

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solo acoustic "Time" performance

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Wyatt and Virgil at Wyatt Earp days

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Destin songwriters festival

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Nashville songwriters rounds

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Destin songwriters festival

Overview

J. Cruz is a country singer-songwriter from Panama City Beach, FL, a Nashville recording artist, and a proud military veteran. With Southern roots and a classic country rock vibe, he delivers heartfelt, high-energy shows. Known for his dependable character, strong work ethic, and professionalism, J. Cruz is always ready to bring great live music to any stage.


Reviews

1 review

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Misty M.

May 3, 2025
Verified review

Great Choice For My Derby Party!

J. Cruz was wonderful to work with, he contacted me prior to the event to let me know his process and what time he would arrive the day of the event. He made adjustments throughout the performance to accommodate my event. The music was fantastic and very well throughout to please my age demographic. Set up looked very professional. Thank you J. Cruz we will definitely have you again at Watersound Fountains.

Hired as: Singing Guitarist

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Booking information

Price range: $400-2000

Languages: English

Gig length: 120 - 240 minutes

What to expect

I’m J. Cruz, a country singer-songwriter originating from Westminster, MD, now based in Panama City Beach, FL. I’m a Nashville recording artist and proud military veteran. With Southern roots and a classic country rock vibe, I deliver heartfelt, high-energy shows. Known for my dependable character and strong work ethic, I’m always ready to bring great live music to any stage.

About

J. Cruz is an American country artist, singer, and songwriter of Hispanic descent, with roots tracing back to Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. His parents met while serving in the U.S. Army, and inspired by their path, J. Cruz enlisted at 18—ultimately serving 22 years in both the U.S. Army and the U.S. Air Force.

Now a proud veteran, he's stepping into the next chapter of life by pursuing his passion for music. Guided by faith and fueled by a deep love for family, J. Cruz brings heart, soul, and life experience to every song he writes and performs.

Born in Texas and raised in Westminster, Maryland, he eventually made his way to Panama City Beach, Florida, where he continues to chase his musical dreams with grit and purpose.

Past booked events

August 2025

30

Saturday

old Florida FishHouse

5:00pm - 8:00pm

29

Friday

Embassy suites pcb

11:00am - 2:00pm

23

Saturday

old Florida FishHouse

5:00pm - 8:00pm

July 2025

26

Saturday

Embassy Suites

11:00am - 2:00pm

26

Saturday

Embassy suites PCB

11:00am - 2:00pm

25

Friday

Deck Hand Social

6:00pm - 9:00pm

19

Saturday

Deck Hand Social

6:00pm - 9:00pm

12

Saturday

old Florida FishHouse

5:00pm - 8:00pm

05

Saturday

Deck Hand Social

6:00pm - 9:00pm

June 2025

21

Saturday

Embassy Suites

11:00am - 2:00pm

20

Friday

Deck Hand Social

6:00pm - 9:00pm

17

Tuesday

old Florida FishHouse

5:00pm - 8:00pm

14

Saturday

The deck hand social

6:00pm - 9:00pm

13

Friday

St Andy’s pub

6:00pm - 9:00pm

May 2025

27

Tuesday

The old Florida fish house

5:00pm - 8:00pm

17

Saturday

The deck hand social

6:00pm - 9:00pm

14

Wednesday

Jimmie Risgers fest

All-day event (Thu)

13

Tuesday

The old Florida fish house

5:00pm - 8:00pm

10

Saturday

The old Florida fish house

5:00pm - 8:00pm

10

Saturday

Embassy suits pcb

11:00am - 2:00pm

08

Thursday

Duplin Winery

4:30pm - 7:30pm

03

Saturday

Bruno’s 30a

6:00pm - 9:00pm

02

Friday

Holiday Party

11:30am - 1:30pm

Rosemary Beach, FL

01

Thursday

Duplin Winery

4:30pm - 7:30pm

April 2025

22

Tuesday

Maryland festival

All-day event

19

Saturday

Duplin winery

9:00am - 12:00pm

18

Friday

The deck hand social

6:00pm - 9:00pm

15

Tuesday

The old Florida fish house

5:00pm - 8:00pm

12

Saturday

Old Florida fishhouse

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Set list

Depends on the venue. Restaurants will get a PG version of songs that have foul language and adult bars get unfiltered content.

Influences and inspiration

I’m influence by the Dee story telling that country music brings to the listener. People I’d like to say I model myself after would be Travis Tritt, Cody Johnson, Hardy, Morgan Wallen, Merle Haggard, and George Strait. However country wasn’t my first love so I cover more than country, I do rock, and convert other outside genre songs to a country style.

Setup requirements

power source

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