The Quinn Spinn

Caroline West is the host of the Broadway Girls podcast, a rising reality TV personality, and a bartender at Barstool Nashville. The East Texas native came to Music City knowing that she was meant to create -- and she's found her way into the heart of the creative landscape. We sat down with Caroline to discover what she's learned about the creative journey, people, and life itself on toda...

Daisy Sellas and Brittany Bishop are the co-founders of Anthems Against Abuse, a Nashville-based non-profit dedicated to providing support and resources to victims of domestic violence and other forms of abuse. Their flagship event -- a music showcase featuring all female-fronted artists -- is in its second year, taking place at The Coliseum in Nashville on Saturday, June 14. Daisy and Brittany sh...

Roc Raw is the founder of Renaissance Recordings, a collective-driven record label that puts ownership, authenticity, and artistry above all. The Richmond, VA-based artistpreneur has learned the power of community and shared values by building a network of artists and entrepreneurs who share a common reverence for the soul of hip hop. Take a deep dive into the Renaissance on today's episode of The...

Ashley Dawson wears multiple hats within the music industry. She is the lead vocalist and flutist of Austin, TX-based post-rock band, Chancla Fight Club . She also serves as the Senior Marketing Manager at White Oak Music Hall in Houston, TX, and has booked DIY tours across the U.S. Ashley has experienced many facets of the music industry first-hand, and brings her vast experience to today's conve...

Lips Speak Louder rocks so hard that they only need two members -- guitarist/vocalist Rachel Brandsness and drummer Angie Lese -- to melt faces. The Nashville-based duo has gained traction being their raw, unapologetic selves -- and they make the music to match! Learn about how Lips Speak Louder has burst onto the scene -- and discover what we can expect from their forthcoming album, Consolation P...

Mary Jennings wears many hats as a musician, songwriter, mom, and business owner -- and she does it all with her own unique style! Jennings' success across multiple facets of the music industry comes from building meaningful relationships and understanding that, as individuals, we are all a part of a much larger ecosystem. Mary joins us on The Quinn Spinn to share what she's learned along the jour...

Hobo Houston is a punk rocker, Americana troubadour, and a dedicated performer who builds meaningful connections with audiences across the globe. With his band, Houston & the Dirty Rats, Houston has performed more than 1,000 times, including a run of 100+ shows in 100 days before the COVID-19 pandemic. Houston joined us before the holidays to chat about the journey to come, and provided a look...

Jacob Elyachar is the host of the Jake's Take podcast, and the editor-in-chief of entertainment website jakes-take.com. Jacob recently launched Season 6 of the podcast -- which has welcome stars from across the entertainment industry -- and recently surpassed 350 episodes. We chatted with Jacob before the holidays to preview the then-upcoming Season 6. Learn about Jacob's journey, and his...

Chelsey Stallings is a songwriter and performer who is shattering industry conventions. Her ability to communicate with vulnerability (both in her music, and interviews like this one) helps her connect with fans, collaborators, and anyone who has had to break past limiting beliefs. Chelsey shares her story -- and the info on her recent single, "Give Him the Reins" -- on this week's episode of The...

For independent artists, funding is often one of the biggest challenges encountered along the creative journey. Having the resources to invest in your creative platform is absolutely necessary, but many artists don't know where to begin. That's where beatBread comes in. This innovative platform gives independent artists access to responsible, sustainable advances -- without the need to sign a majo...

Don't let the title fool you: we do way more than gush about our cats with our special guest, Nashville-based alt-country artist Brittany Bishop . But, now that we have your attention, we invite you to dive into this conversation, where Brittany opens up about her creative process and the importance of keeping it real! This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music...

David Tucker's new self-titled EP is a reflection on the road he's traveled not only as an independent artist, but as a human being. The rising pop-country artist is no stranger to overcoming adversity, having battled an autoimmune disorder and surviving a near-fatal car wreck on his way to a place of gratitude, connection, and creative fulfillment. David shares his courageous story with us on thi...

Alt-rockers All Poets & Heroes outlasted stiff competition to be crowned Nashville's Battle of the Bands winners. The competition -- hosted by our good friend ARREIS and Chicago-based music platform Local Nation -- helped some of Nashville's top emerging artists showcase their talent, while building a stronger community among the independent music industry. Today, we chat with All Poets &...

You may know Jenna Getty as "that jingle girl" — the one who, following in the footsteps of her mentor, Gary Fry, pursued her dream of becoming a jingle-writer. With over 700 reviews and notable clients such as Honda, Hyundai and American Express, I rekindled a career path that people thought no longer existed. On this Quick Spinn edition of The Quinn Spinn, Jenna tells us how she uses her songwri...

Jenna Vivacora attended the U.S. Naval Academy for college... until a medical disqualification (and the ensuing challenges) led her to music. Creativity helped Jenna find direction after this abrupt, fundamental life change -- and it has helped inform her perspective about what it means to fully experience life. Learn more about Jenna's journey -- and how its different components have informed her...

Brandon Brown is stepping from behind the board and into the artist realm. The Nashville-based musician comes from a varied world of musical influences -- from his own work and others' -- and checked in with us at the outset of this chapter of his creative journey. This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve, Nashville, TN. Opening theme: REVEL 9 - All I'v...

We are at the end of a truly incredible summer -- one that saw our Underground Music Collective movement connect with thousands of new people, and venture to places we had never been before. Before we forge ahead, let's pause, reflect, and say "thank you." This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve, Nashville, TN. Opening theme: REVEL 9 - Al...

Cannabis products have become more prevalent in American society. Many states have fully legalized their sale or use, either for medical or recreational purposes, while cannabis products have been decriminalized in other municipalities across the United States. Today, we welcome Marley Sims (a.k.a. CannaBae Marley) for a lightning quick edition of The Quinn Spinn, who discusses the different types...

Gussapolooza is a unique 3-day camp-out extravaganza that celebrates Canada’s emerging music and arts scene. Based in Cookstown, Ontario, the festival will host more than 50 artists, plus vendors, visual artists, seminars featuring emerging industry leaders, and more. Today, we're joined by Gussapolooza founder Russ Robson, who tells us about the festival's origins, the ways Gussapolooza s...

Lord Goldie returns to The Quinn Spinn for her record-breaking fifth appearance! This time, the Nashville-based hip hop artist, manager, and producer is back to revisit her 2022 "Sunday Funday" collaboration with Foundation Mecca and ViB -- and how this hip-hop/country crossover is positioned to break down musical and cultural barriers in Nashville and beyond! This episode of The Quinn S...

Jess Antonette is an independent pop country artist, business owner, and (more recently) dog mom. The always-hustling New York native has worked hard to get to where she is -- and, in the process, has had opportunities to learn from life's twists and turns along the way. Learn about the life events that have shaped Jess' journey -- and the gratitude she has found -- on this episode of The...

Simply put, Danny Spiro is the real deal. The Alabama native is an outlaw country artist who keeps his authentic values at the core of all he creates. That led us to a fantastic conversation about keeping it real -- even when society or the industry attempts to pull us in another direction. Listen to this genuine conversation, and get hyped for Danny's new single, "Her Favorite Color,&quo...

As the cost of living increases in Nashville, Music City's creative class must adapt in order to survive and thrive. Five students from UNC Chapel Hill's Morehead-Cain Scholarship Program -- Marli English, Benjamin Garland, Addison Truzy, Jey Sedam, and Chandler Beals -- have spent the past eight weeks in Nashville, interviewing key stakeholders in the creative and business communities. On...

Daniel Fox is a multi-faceted artist on a mission to spread real love through music. A student of the game, Daniel looks for the common threads across cultures and musical styles and incorporates it into his creative output. Get to know Daniel as he continues to grow through his journey, and learn how moving to Nashville has helped him develop new ideas and perspectives. This episode of The Quinn...

The idea of "balance" is one that eludes many people on the creative journey. The idea of balancing our passions, built from scratch, with the rigors of everyday life can feel overwhelming. Today's candid episode of The Quinn Spinn features Nashville-based songwriter and recording artist Kfhox. who shares about the ways she's uncovered to navigate the intersection of art and life...