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LISTEN: Tyler Lorette Found a Girl Who Feels Like ‘Home’

Have you ever met someone who felt so safe, that everything just clicked?

Tyler Lorette has been there. On his new single, “Home,” the Canadian-born country artist “describes that feeling when someone comes into your life and, in an instant, it feels comfortable – just like home.”

“This song is a true story and was a 1 a.m. inspiration. I was sitting in my home studio with my guitar and came up with opening line, and just kept playing out the story as it progressed to through the chorus,” Lorette recalled. “I brought the song to my co-writer, Roberta Michele. We made a few tweaks, worked with my co-producer, Adam Newcomb, and this beautiful song was born.”

The polished new single features richly layered instrumentation, gorgeous steel guitar tones, and an infectious bass groove. Add it all together with a memorable hook, and you have a new country playlist staple that is equal parts accessible and heartfelt.

Time to take it “Home.” Stream it below!

David Tucker: An Artist’s Story of Resilience

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 this week’s episode of The Quinn Spinn.

Follow David’s journey: https://linktr.ee/davidtucker

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

Opening theme: REVEL 9 – All I’ve Become

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LISTEN: David Tucker Has a Hard Time ‘Forgetting Her’

Missing somebody means missing all of them — even the little things that make us crazy.

David Tucker explores the difficulties of moving on with “Forgetting Her,” a spacious pop-country waltz that makes us consider whether walking away is really the right move…

“I’m tired of getting eight hours cause she isn’t keeping me up
I’m tired of not being late cause her hair don’t look good enough
I wish I could still see the face that she makes
When something I did isn’t going her way
If you’re ever thinking that loving her is too much for you to take
Try forgetting her.”

-David Tucker, “Forgetting Her”

Co-written alongside longtime collaborator Jake Saghi and seasoned Nashville artist Qvint, “Forgetting Her” has been making waves on the musical landscape. The single was exclusively premiered by PEOPLE Magazine last month — and, with its heartfelt subject matter and absolutely gorgeous vocal harmonies, it’s easy to understand why this one has gained traction — with listeners and media outlets alike!

LISTEN: The Kentucky Gentlemen Channel Dolly on ‘Beg Your Parton’

Photo credit: Kate McNaney

Twin brothers The Kentucky Gentlemen share a reverance for country music, and a penchant for expressing that love with their own unique flair.

Now… who does that sound like?

These Gentlemen channel the one and only Dolly Parton on their new single, “Beg Your Parton,” as a way of expressing the important role the universally-beloved Queen of Country has always played in shaping their artistic journey.

“Her remarkable career has been a constant source of inspiration and blueprint for us. Watching her has taught us to unapologetically embrace our own unique style and voices,” they said. “Over the years, whenever folks hint at us as being a little over the top, the two of us started joking saying to each other ‘I Beg Your Parton?,’ and after a while that phrase started to serve as a reminder to keep going and doing our thing, no matter the obstacle or whispers we may hear.”

They continued, “Her infectious positivity has shown us the power of perseverance and the importance of staying true to who we are, regardless of others’ expectations. We are forever grateful for the inspiration that she has provided, and the lessons she has taught us along the way.”

The up-tempo pop country single begins with a progression reminiscent of Parton’s 1973 mega-hit, “Jolene.” From there, this 2 1/2-minute romp features several lyrical nods to some of Dolly’s most iconic moments, musically or otherwise. In the process, The Kentucky Gentlemen showcase their own tenacity, as they fearlessly continue to blaze their own trail across the Americana landscape.

UMC20: Bringin’ the Energy (Jan. 23, 2024)

Maybe it’s the New Year’s optimism that’s lingering late into January. Or, maybe it’s the fact that we’re excited to have escaped our ice fortresses after last week’s winter storm extraordinaire in Nashville. Either way, there’s a buzz in the air.

That buzz has its sonic representation on this week’s playlist. Many of the tracks here are on the high-energy side of the spectrum, keeping your blood pumping through any weather.

Bonus track: Our pal Ty Warner moved into a five-way tie for second place all-time for Quinn Spinn appearances, and we invite you to dig into that episode as an extra treat at the end.

Track listing
William Prince – When You Miss Someone (Roosevelt Remix)
Harris Hills – ACTION MAN
ROM COM – Mess You Made
Kabir Green – I See Gold
Marcus King – F*ck My Life Up Again
Earthquake Lights – Heartbeat
Kendra & The Bunnies – Manic Pixie Nightmare
Michael Daughtry ft. Tishmone’ – Save Me Some
Armchair Boogie – Gone in a Day
Kitchen Dwellers ft. Lindsay Lou – The Crow and The Raven (III)
J.Antonette – Run Girl Run
The Bones of J.R. Jones – My Hometown
Elise Browell – Remarkable
Tucker Woods – Are You Glass?
The Mighty Calm – Boardwalks
Rundown Kreeps – Big Bear
Mad Caddies – Baby
Keep the Eleven – Do You Wanna Change The World?
MONTE – Canna-Vision
Tommy Magik and the Wonderfulls – I Do What I Want

LISTEN: On ‘Run Girl Run,’ Jess Antonette Confronts Her Trauma

Our old pal Jess Antonette is back with a new name, and a new, devastatingly introspective single.

The artist formerly known as J. Antonette released “Run Girl Run” on January 17. Co-written at SoNash Publishing House alongside Travis Chaney, Keifer Wiley, and Gabe Walsh, the wistful country pop tune gives Jess a chance to ruminate on her previous relationships — and her own role in their demise.

“The timing of both the name change and the creation of ‘Run Girl Run’ couldn’t have been more serendipitous,” she said. “If you know my co-writer, Travis, you understand the magnitude of his heart and how he loves to delve deep into the artists’ vulnerabilities, which is why I gravitate towards working with him. It’s almost like a therapy session.”

The creative process proved cathartic, and required Jess to stretch well past her comfort zone to tell a true-to-life story.

“There were moments when writing this where I was cringing and sinking into the corner of the couch, uncomfortable because (Travis) would push me to get real with my issues,” she said. “I’ve always been self-reflective, but not outwardly; not sharing my issues about my own trauma with my co-writers in the room. The lyrics are exactly what I’m working on fixing within my own heart.“

Run over to Spotify to check this one out. Perhaps it will help you uncover the keys to your own heart…

UMC20: Stacked with Fresh Tracks (July 18, 2023)

Apologies for the unexpected gap between UMC20 playlists last week. Ya boy has been on a retreat of sorts, shoring up a few things and gearing us up for the second half of 2023 and beyond.

All that means is that there was more to choose from for this week’s edition of UMC20! So, we’ve put together a quality compilation of some of the jams that have been making their way into our world of late.

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Outlaw Pop is Here: Checking in with DEVORA

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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UMC20: New Gems for a New Month (Feb. 7, 2023)

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Songs You Should Hear: Musicians in Limbo!

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Did you know that you can support Underground Music Collective, any time of year? By making a tax-deductible donation to UMC via The Arts & Business Council of Greater Nashville, you ensure that we can keep sharing songs and stories from independent creatives everywhere, for years to come. Click here to get started!

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