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Ender Bowen returns to the show, fresh off his debut performance in Nashville! This retrospective of the experience leads to a conversation about facing and changing our relationships with fear, as well as the pivots that lead us to evolve.

Chaotic situations will inevitably arise in our lives. On today's Quinn Spinn Solo Mission, we cover how to counteract chaos when it rears its head -- and how to ensure that we aren't the root cause.

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For our tenth anniversary, we returned to where it all began: the original Mom's Basement Studios in Long Valley, NJ.

The Quinn and Scotty Rock got together for a nostalgic, yet timeless edition of The Quinn Spinn -- marking the first time we've recorded together in the Basement since May 2015. We commemorate the special event with the return of Quinn Spinn Trivia, a high-pressure edition of Stupid News with Scotty Rock, and 10 years' worth of memories.

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To commemorate our 10th anniversary, The Quinn and Scotty Rock went deep into the vault to unearth some memories from our OG run. We've put some -- but certainly not all -- of the best into this Greatest Hits compilation!

Take a trip all the way back to Year 1, when the rough-and-tumble OG Quinn Spinn Family was just starting to build a vision. Relive some of the show's most memorable segments and characters, and hear from #GoodFriendsoftheShow past and present in celebration of this significant milestone!

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As we make our final turn into our 10th birthday celebrations, we end Year 10 in true Quinn Spinn fashion -- going off the rails with the OG fam!

The Quinn, JD, and Scotty Rock get together on the Zoom machine for a special episode that features a surprise game show, exciting news about the triumphant return of Creed, and everything you need to know heading into a special week of Quinn Spinn happenings.

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Steve Ramona is a lifelong entrepreneur, with experience across a variety of industries. Steve's podcast, 'Doing Business with a Servant's Heart,' highlights the journeys of entrepreneurs and creatives across all disciplines, sharing their valuable insights with an intent to empower and educate.

Steve joins The Quinn Spinn today to chat about the show, and why it's important to lead with a service mindset while growing your platform.

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Feeling burnt out? Lost in the shuffle? Out of alignment?

Maybe all you need to do is take some time to reflect and fill your cup.

T.R.A.N.E. Spitta is a hip hop artist, entrepreneur, and music business genius who is one of the architects behind The Come Up Tour, an upcoming tour set to hit several cities this summer and fall at select cities throughout the United States. The tour aims to give emerging hip hop artists valuable professional tour experience -- alongside a dose of industry knowledge that will help them further their careers and leave an impact.

Learn more about the tour, as well as valuable information about performance rights, the festival circuit, and more!

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As we reflect on the first half of 2023, there is an opportunity to make second half adjustments. Let's chat about some of the lessons we've learned at UMC, and how they inform our journey toward greater impact.

Sooner or later, if you ever want the life you envision, you're going to have to go all-in on your vision...

Have you ever been told to play it safe? Have you ever felt compelled to stay in a situation that wasn't right for you, for the sake of comfort and convenience?

We've all been there. However, staying there comes at a price...

Sebastian Ortiz is a well-traveled, New Jersey-based folk songwriter with a mind to impact the world.

Sebastian's latest single, "Everyday She Comes Back," dives into the push and pull of toxic love -- but this conversation goes even deeper, into the purpose and formative events that inform the creative journey and the ways we show up.

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Candy Tolentino is a serial entrepreneur, business coach, and host of the EEAZE podcast, the "Top Idea into Action Podcast for Aspiring Entrepreneurs." Candy leans on two decades of experience as an entrepreneur to empower others on their own journeys, helping them identify opportunities and push past their fears.

Candy joins us today on The Quinn Spinn to share world-class insights that will serve anybody embarking upon the creative journey.

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Your Next Favorite Band is a podcast based back in our old stomping grounds of Bethlehem, PA. One thing we all share in common: a love for building community through music.

On this mashup episode, we dive into our plans to do that -- together -- later this year. In addition, we get a history lesson on not only the UMC platform, but the formative events that shaped it.

Meg Rilley is a powerhouse southern rock artist located in Nashville. A lifelong performer and musician, Meg's evolution as an artist and a person shines through in her artistic expression and her approach to pursuing her dreams.

Today on The Quinn Spinn, Meg discusses the journey, as well as her new single, "Below Average."

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve, Nashville, TN.

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In our UMC Coaching program, we help creatives identify the mark they want to leave in the world. To do that, you have to be moving in a direction that is true to you.

So, which of these three should you define first: your mission, your vision, or your values?

This special presentation from The Quinn Spinn features the interviewer becoming the interviewed.

Our friend Caitie Thompson of Paradox Jukebox hosted a Quick Hits episode to chat about The Quinn Spinn's 10th year, Underground Music Collective's new creative agency, and the true-to-life stories that inform our creative journeys.

It's time to get personal on this week's Quinn Spinn Solo Mission.

Our founder recently came across the opportunity to win a feature from Muscle & Fitness Magazine as part of the 2023 Mr. Health and Fitness competition.

That's a long way from being 16 and diagnosed with a very malignant tumor, unsure if life would ever be the same again.

Gerard shares the story of what led to this point, and what this opportunity -- at this point in time -- could mean for UMC.

Vote here starting May 1 at 12 p.m. CT: https://featured.muscleandfitness.com/2023/gerard-lon

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ARREIS is a dynamic dark pop artist and Chicago native based in Nashville; one who strives to make genuine connections and build community through her music. Her new album, Vices, is a nine-track conceptual offering that stemmed from religious trauma, and takes complex themes and present them to her audience in accessible, relatable ways.

A "double extrovert," ARREIS joins us today on The Quinn Spinn for a deep dive into the album, our passions, and the way our experiences shape the world around us. Buckle up!

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve, Nashville, TN.

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Our very own Scotty Rock got to pay a visit to Los Angeles at the beginning of April for WrestleMania 39. We discuss the iconic pop culture event, give our reactions to the event's results, and provide our take on where things might go from here.

Also, we go off the rails plenty, because that's just what we do around here. We have a spectacular Stupid News involving a Samurai sword, and let's just say that the essence of each cast member remains strong throughout the episode.

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There comes a time in every solopreneur's journey where building a team becomes not only helpful, but necessary to the future growth of one's platform.

Today, we walk through the benefits of building the right team, and how your collective efforts can help grow a stronger creative ecosystem.

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J Pierson is a man of many talents. A producer, artist, studio designer, and creative force, J is a talented and disciplined music industry professional with a mind on service and an eye on the big picture.

J joins us on The Quinn Spinn today, and it leads to a conversation about the effort and persistence that go into the creative journey, and the ways we keep our passions in balance with the rigors of everyday life.

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve, Nashville TN

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When we embark on the creative journey, we often underestimate the level of work that goes into turning our passions into a career.

Here are a few examples of what that looks like, learned over the course of the past decade.

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!

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 about the showcase, and why it's important for women in music to create their own opportunities. This one's a deep dive!

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve, Nashville, TN.

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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 and the lessons she's learned on today's episode of The Quinn Spinn!

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve, Nashville TN

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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 entirety of who you are.

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve, Nashville TN

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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 about the St. Louis music community, and gives us a preview at what's to come.

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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 encountered and overcome, and the lessons they have learned along the way.

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 pursuing our passions. The result is an uplifting conversation meant to inspire creativity for people of all ages.

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve (H.O.M.E.), Nashville, TN.

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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.

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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 -- is palpable on this episode of The Quinn Spinn.

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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, her current tour opening for Bush, and her plans for the rest of 2023.

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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 The Ugly Truth About Entrepreneurship.

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. singles, "Happy Thoughts" and "Godless." We discuss the music and their shared journey, and answer everyone's burning questions about Australia.

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve (H.O.M.E.), Nashville, TN.

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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 Sound Kitchen Studios), and the trials he's overcome to get here.

And who knows... maybe we'll even talk a little football.

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve (H.O.M.E.), Nashville, TN.

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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!

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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.

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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... ;-)

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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 passions that have given his creativity new life.

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve (H.O.M.E.), Nashville, TN.

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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 to learn in 2022.

Also, we talk about yoga. :)

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve (H.O.M.E.), Nashville, TN.

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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).

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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 week's episode!

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve (H.O.M.E.), Nashville, TN.

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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.

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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 Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve (H.O.M.E.), Nashville, TN.

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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.

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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 learned through the COVID pandemic and the continued energy shifts taking place -- in society and in our own lives.

This episode of The Quinn Spinn was recorded and produced at Helping Our Music Evolve (H.O.M.E.), Nashville, TN.

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