Static Live Magazine July 2020

“DAYDREAMS AND DOODLES”
THE ART OF
Jamie Pohl
By Bartholomew Betelguese III
I think at one time or another all of us have doodled on a piece of paper,
most likely starting at an early age and then progressing. Human beings
have always liked to create art with just a simple pen and paper, or
charcoal and wall, or feather and paper, or pencil and paper, perhaps paint
and paper and so on. It’s one thing we all have in common; at one time
or another, we like to doodle. This month’s artist not only created some
unique pieces of art while doodling, but he was also talented in many
other aspects of the arts. We here at Static Live are not only proud to show
off Jamie.‘s works of art, but we were also happy to know and have worked
with him during the last 10 years. As you can see in the pictures before
you, he was a creative soul and an inspiration to all that knew him.
“The flame that burns twice as bright burns half as long” Lao Tzu
Here’s a little bit more about Jamie ...
Jamie Allyn Pohl was born November 18th, 1975 in New Brunswick,
New Jersey. As a young boy, Jamie’s interests were piqued by many
things. He was a Cub Scout and played soccer for Tom’s River Youth
Soccer. At the age of six, Jamie’s grandmother bought him an acoustic
guitar for $19.95. As a result, Jamie fell in love with music and began
taking lessons right away.
Besides guitar, Jamie took an interest in other musical instruments. In
elementary school, he played saxophone and would virtually play any
instrument he got his hands on. Jamie was also an incredible artist and
created a comic strip called “Mushroom Pirates” for his little brother
Drew.
Jamie and his family moved to Florida in 1989. He attended Flagler
Palm Coast High School from which he graduated in 1994. While at
FPCHS, Jamie played bass in the jazz band and took part in forming
the band “Young Men of Jazz”. He also performed in and designed
for the musical productions of “Bye Bye Birdie” and “Fiddler on the
Roof” when he wasn’t out skateboarding.
Jamie’s interest in music and the arts kept growing as he attended
FCC Jacksonville on scholarship. He soon left there to attend Full Sail
University in pursuit of a degree in music production and
recording in early 2000.
After graduating from Full Sail, Jamie started playing bass in
different rock bands throughout Central Florida. He was
always noticed for his high energy and playing style and was
never overlooked. With his distinctive sound, you could
hear many of Jamie’s musical influences at the strike of a
note.
In 2002, Jamie became one of the original partners that
started Manta Ray Records, Radio and Studio. During that
time, Jamie used his talents and skills inside the studio
recording and producing different bands and hip-hop artists.
In Loving Memory
1975- 2020
In early 2005, Jamie crossed paths with a band known as Breaking
Ground. They were looking for a bass player. At the suggestion of the
band’s lead singer, the group met up with Jamie, hung out and played
a few songs together; it didn’t take long for them to realize it was a
perfect fit.
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