The Quinn Spinn

The Gussapolooza 2026 party continued on Saturday, and the threat of rain couldn't stop us from getting some insightful convos in.We chatted with multimedia wizard and longtime Gussapolooza volunteer Dominic Liberka, visual artist and women's empowerment activist Angela Francis, and New York-based multi-genre trio Already Late.Opening theme: REVEL 9 - All I've BecomeLearn more about The Quinn Spinn: https://umcworldwide.com/thequinnspinn

We are BACK on your feeds -- just in time for the 13th anniversary of Episode 1 -- with an all-new edition of The Quinn Spinn recorded LIVE at Gussapolooza, our favorite all-indie Canadian music festival in Cookstown, ON!It was Battle of the Bands day (sponsored by ROCK 95 Barrie), and we had three of the five contestants -- TRAUMAQUEEN, New Anthem, and the winners... Mirrage!We also welcome grant writer and independent artist advocate Ryan Farley (Hubris Entertainment), who dropped some industry knowledge to close us out!Opening theme: REVEL 9 - All I've BecomeLearn more about The Quinn Spinn: https://umcworldwide.com/thequinnspinn

Jesse Lynn Madera is making some of the most authentic music of her career. The LA-based songwriter's latest single, “Woke Up In LA,” is a tender slice of Americana which serves as “a testament to resilience and the persistence of love, even through ‘the dog days.’We get to know Jesse Lynn on this episode of The Quinn Spinn, where she discusses the many stops along the road that have led her to uncover and share her truth, as only she can.This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at The Russell, Nashville, TN.Opening theme: REVEL 9 - All I've BecomeLearn more about Jesse Lynn: https://www.jesselynnmadera.com/Learn more about The Quinn Spinn: https://umcworldwide.com/thequinnspinn

There is a cultural revolution taking place in the Carolinas, and Rick Thurmond is one of the people shaping the movement.Rick spearheads Confluence Carolinas, a boutique music industry conference in Charlotte, North Carolina that brings artists and industry minds into the same room -- and onto a level playing field -- every October. The four-day event takes place this year from October 7-10, and gives the musical world an opportunity to connect, all while exploring an arts and cultural destination on the rise.Pre-sale passes are available now: https://confluencecarolinas.com/Opening theme: REVEL 9 - All I've BecomeThis episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at The Russell, Nashville, TN.Learn more about The Quinn Spinn: https://umcworldwide.com/thequinnspinn

Today on The Quinn Spinn, we feature a long overdue conversation with a longtime friend and colleague!Dr. Brandi Sims is the founder of Brandinc PR, a boutique public relations agency based in Austin, TX. Brandi's extensive career in public relations -- and specifically, the entertainment sector -- has empowered her to help clients develop their stories and gain widespread recognition throughout the creative universe.Brandi joins us today to discuss her journey, shares best public relations practices for any independent creative, and offers a special resource for independent artists looking to make a sustainable splash in the ecosystem.This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at The Russell, Nashville, TN.Opening theme: REVEL 9 - All I've BecomeLearn more about Brandinc PR: https://brandincpr.comLearn more about The Quinn Spinn: https://umcworldwide.com/thequinnspinn

As we progress into our music careers -- as hobbies become careers, and our responsibilities outside of the industry increase in volume and importance -- we stop asking the same questions.Instead of putting our whole life on hold for music, we begin to ask: how do I make this career fit into my life?This timely conversation with the returning Danny Spiro dives deep into that question, as we uncover the ways we've found to move forward as life, the industry, and our own endeavors have evolved.This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded at The Russell, Nashville, TN.Learn more about Danny: https://www.dannyspiro.com/Learn more about The Quinn Spinn: https://umcworldwide.com/thequinnspinn