The Quinn Spinn

This past Friday, March 10, I launched UMC Coaching, a 1-on-1 coaching program designed to give independent creatives everything they need to Show Up and Glow Up in their careers and lives. Why was now the right time, after 10 years of The Quinn Spinn? Let's dive in! Learn more about UMC Coaching: https://undergroundmusiccollective.com/coaching/ Theme song: REVEL 9 – All I’ve Become The Quinn Spin...

On Monday, March 20, Music on the Move Studios will host its March showcase at The Basement East in Nashville. Hosted by Erin McLendon & The HellCats, this Women's History Month showcase features performances Erin O'Dowd, Meg Rilley, Noelle McFarland, and Teagan Stewart, as well as pop-up shops from female-owned businesses. The entire lineup joined The Quinn Spinn for a roundtable discussion a...

Clare Cunningham's artistic path -- from Collon, Co. Louth, Ireland to Nashville -- has taken her on a deeply personal and spiritual journey. That journey has led Clare to find inner peace through faith and a focus on holistic wellness. It has also led her to one of music's most iconic stages, and the opportunity to stand in The Circle at The Grand Ole Opry on March 18. Clare details her journey a...

2Four is a man of many talents and passions. A hip hop artist, podcast host, former athlete, gamer, and fashion enthusiast, the Nashville native's worlds often collide, and his platform reaches far into various segments of the entertainment industry. 2Four joins us on The Quinn Spinn today to discuss his creative journey, and the importance of building a multi-faceted platform that represents the...

Andre Cataldo is the creative force behind Dear Genre, a St. Louis-based musical project that blends elements of shoegaze, rock, Americana, and more. Dear Genre just released their new 'Sounds // Silences' EP, which presents "songs that already exist" in a different light. The project was recorded live at the UMKC Conservatory in Kansas City. Andre walks us through the creative process, tells us a...

To close out Black History Month, here's a special presentation from The Quinn Spinn. Underground Music Collective presented a special live virtual panel, Succeeding as a Black Entrepreneur in the Music Industry , on Wednesday, February 15. Our panel of multi-disciplinary music industry veterans shared their experiences navigating the industry as a Black creative, the challenges they’ve encountere...

Kate Puckett is a Nashville-based soulful pop singer with a powerhouse voice and a down-to-earth presence. Like many of us, Kate's life changed throughout the course of the pandemic in a variety of ways -- most notably, she became a mother for the first time. As two independent creatives in our 30s, we have a lot to say about the constant balancing act between real world responsibilities and pursu...

There's something for everyone -- to like or dislike -- about this episode. We chat about WrestleMania season, peruse the IHOP menu, and enjoy a Stupid News that might actually be the work of a genius. All of that, plus Feelin' Good and a special Something for Your Ears. Theme song: REVEL 9 – All I’ve Become The Quinn Spinn Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3fhgcfrjZt19NLFagfRB5o Apple Podcas...

Hailing from Cape Town, South Africa, Will Linley 's authenticity and accessible, well-crafted pop songs have connected with fans all over the world. Will's breakthrough 2022 EP, 'kill all my feelings,' and recent single, "Last Call," tell relatable stories for anyone navigating life and love in the 21st Century. Will's joy and gratitude for all that has happened -- and everything still to come --...

Hailing from a small desert town in Arizona, DEVORA "bridges outlaw country melodies with dark pop hooks, drawing you into her surrealist western world." Her new EP, 'God Is Dead', blends influences as varied as Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Nine Inch Nails, and Lana Del Rey together, painting a gritty, unromanticized portrait of the American West. DEVORA joins us from the road to chat about the EP,...

Sacha Walton is the founder of SWI Management Group. An international speaker, business strategist, podcast host, author, and event producer, Sacha empowers entrepreneurs -- including independent musicians -- to take a holistic approach to business. On today's episode of The Quinn Spinn, we learn about Sacha, and dive into her books, Beyond the Music: A Music Artist Entrepreneurship Guide , and Th...

You know him in Quinn Spinn lore as Scotty Rock. Our first co-host. The Pippen to my Jordan. The Donkey to my Shrek. Today, however, Adam Arnold steps out of the shadows. We invite Adam to break the fourth wall today to tell us about his new podcast, 'Can't Live With 'Em, Can't Live With Adam.' The show is an opportunity for Adam to open up about his challenges navigating Tourette Syndrome, ADD, l...

The incredible story of Fyre Byrd begins in Australia. This brother-sister duo -- who make "loud, angry music for emotional people" -- came to the U.S. in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic and were met with early challenges that tested their limits and led them to a place of deeper understanding. It also led them to newfound creative inspiration, which can be heard on their first two U.S. single...

Keith Evan Gay is a South Georgia native with strong country roots and an unshakable devotion to the Georgia Bulldogs. Keith is bringing his brand of KEG Country to the masses with his new single, "Only One Dawg in this Fight," which serves as a rallying cry for the back-to-back national champion Bulldogs. We catch up with Keith about the song, his forthcoming releases (crafted at the renowned Sou...

The New Year means that it's time for all of us -- musicians and creatives included -- to set our New Year's Resolutions. If you want a chance at keeping yours, you'd better be SMART about it. What does that mean? #GetSpunn and find out! Theme song: REVEL 9 – All I’ve Become Learn more about The Quinn Spinn Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3fhgcfrjZt19NLFagfRB5o Apple Podcasts: https://podca...

The Quinn and Scotty Rock are back for 2023, wingin' it all the way as our 10th anniversary year kicks into overdrive. The result? An off-the-rails conversation about the movies and TV shows we like (or dislike), the return of Stupid News, and some thoughts on everything on the horizon as we approach The Quinn Spinn's 10th birthday. Theme song: REVEL 9 – All I’ve Become Learn more about The Quinn...

JD made the trip up to Nashville from Atlanta for a special and super-important episode of The Quinn Spinn. JD opens up about his own in-the-moment journey navigating mental health struggles and societal expectations, and shares valuable lessons learned along the way. However, like life, this episode isn't all serious. Given who's involved, you know we had to go off the rails a bit... ;-) Theme so...

Julian Fulco Perron is a Denver-based musician and filmmaker with a contagious spirit of creative experimentation. This spirit shines through on Julian's new album, In My Garden , which marks the beginning of a new and exciting chapter that cannot be contained to any one genre or musical era. Julian joins The Quinn Spinn today to discuss the album, and how modern times led him to pursue new passio...

Our first episode with Lauren Gomance of SoulFit Counseling has stood the test of time as our most popular episode of 2022 across all streaming platforms. Today, Lauren joins us for another round! The end result? Another deep-diving, insightful conversation about healing, establishing healthy relationships, and showing up as our true selves, while incorporating the lessons we've each had a chance...

Today (Nov. 26, 2022) marks four years of Underground Music Collective in Nashville... and it feels like we're coming full circle. Our founder shares some thoughts as we head into Year 5 (and Year 10 of The Quinn Spinn). Theme song: REVEL 9 – All I’ve Become The Quinn Spinn Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3fhgcfrjZt19NLFagfRB5o Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quinn...

Today, we welcome Ty Warner back to the show for the first time in more than a year! In the time since we last caught up on the show, Ty has released two singles -- "Love is Everywhere" (ft. Olivia Frances) and "Blink of an Eye" -- to communicate important universal messages to listeners worldwide. Learn about Ty's creative process, and how he continues to serve his community near and far on this...

How do you know if a situation is right for you? Listen to your intuition. It's telling you the truth. This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve (H.O.M.E.), Nashville, TN. Theme song: REVEL 9 – All I’ve Become The Quinn Spinn Spotify Apple Podcasts Instagram

We first featured 0-brien at Underground Music Collective in March 2020, just as COVID shutdowns were setting in all over the world. Much has changed -- in the world, in our careers, and in our lives. The Nashville-based alternative artist discusses his creative process, the importance he places on self-expression, and how his personal evolution has informed his art. This episode of The Quinn Spin...

It's DaChri Season! The self-proclaimed Boy They Left Behind returns to The Quinn Spinn to chat about his new EP, 'DaChri Season,' and the life's journey that led him to a place of healing, stronger community, and new perspectives. This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve (H.O.M.E.), Nashville, TN. Opening theme: REVEL 9 – All I’ve Become The Quinn Spin...

Foundation Mecca is the first-ever three-time guest to The Quinn Spinn, and once you listen to this episode, you'll see why! The hip hop artist, producer, and Heal Hop movement leader always has plenty of insight to contribute -- about the music industry and the ways we make our way through the world. We discuss the shape our journeys have taken through these changing times, and the lessons we've...