A Celebration of Music, Community, and Connection
Remember the feeling of a school field day? The sack races, the egg toss, the collective energy of a community coming together for a day of pure, unadulterated fun? Provida Records is bringing that feeling back, but with a vibrant, rhythmic twist. On Saturday, August 16, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Provida Fest—Fields Day Edition will transform Woodruff Park into a high-energy playground, blending the nostalgia of classic games with a full day of electrifying indie music. It’s more than a music festival; it’s “a movement powered by rhythm, resilience, and real connection,” says Justin Fields, the mastermind behind it all.
The story of Provida Fest is deeply rooted in Justin’s journey and his passion for local music. What started as casual home recording sessions with his brother Jordan (formerly known as King Wild), quickly revealed a wealth of untapped talent in Columbus as the duo met other musicians. “I realized there’s a lot of talented people in Columbus,” Justin shares.
This realization sparked the creation of Provida Records, an outlet not just for artists to create, but also a vital resource to help them push their music out and reach a wider audience. Two years ago, Provida Records officially opened its studio on Hamilton Road, a space Justin envisioned as a fair and supportive environment for artists to grow.
The name “Provida” itself carries a profound meaning. During a personal period of fasting and spiritual reflection, Justin sought a name for his burgeoning business. “I was praying one day, and I said, ‘Thank you, Lord, for providing for me.’ And in that moment, I was like, ‘Provida,’ because this whole foundation, my business, is about how God provides.”…