Douglas “Dougie” Furtick, also known as 803Fresh, is the southern soul artist behind the hit song “Boots on the Ground.”
The songs catchy beat and commanding lyrics quickly became an anthem at Black trail rides, a growing cultural phenomenon that blends horseback riding with music, food, and community celebration.
803 Fresh Talks ‘Boots On The Ground’
In an interview with Sheen Magazine, Furtick, whose singing career began in church, said, “It really gave me a good platform and a great start. If you listen to my voice, you can hear the soulful gospel tone. I came up in the best of both worlds because I had blues and gospel. I really married the two and it came out pretty good.”
The southern soul artist recently brought his viral hit “Boots on the Ground” to South Carolina State University (SCSU) for an unforgettable music video shoot.
803Fresh talks to Amauri Allen at SC State University.
From his humble beginnings singing at Union Hill Baptist Church in Hollow Creek, SC to dominating digital sales charts, Furtick is a true embodiment of Southern resilience and soul. His journey continues to inspire a new generation of artists and fans alike.
Music Saved His Life
From small-town choir boy to rising star, the soul singer opened up about how Southern Soul music literally saved his life.
Coming from the small town of Wagner, SC, Furtick says the powerful blend of gospel, blues, and soul pulled him out of dark times and finally earned his mama’s approval after years of rapping. A real testimony about finding your authentic sound and purpose.
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