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Poppin’ Off!: November 2024

What better way to head into the weekend, than with the playlist that promises — and delivers — big sounds and even bigger hooks!

The boundaries of pop music have once again become blurred. Independent pop artists from all over the world are innovating, combining catchy melodies and slick production with subtle nuances that will excite even the most seasoned listener. Our debut edition of Poppin’ Off! captures many such moments, leaving you with an hour’s worth of musical memories, sure to stick in your mind long past the weekend.

Track listing
CMAGIC5 – Rock Paper Scissors
Alis Vibe – Body as a Vessel
Sid Seth – Wave
Emma Driver – Try Hard
znels – future now
Daniel Arci – In My Dreams
Allison Leah – Meet Me in the Garden
Harris Hills – HATE
Alew – Loophole
Brooke Martin – bad guy
Lawrence D. – Runaway
(virtues) – U.
The Silent Room – Veins
Mary Jennings ft. Fame & Fiction – Take a Number
Streamers The Band – Don’t Look Back, Love
Lo Fi Ho Hum – Boundaries
Charity Bliss – joy algorithm
TEHYA – trap door
JULEZ – Hey There
Linn Holmes – Baby Blue

With “Body as a Vessel,” Alis Vibe Reframes Death as the Next Phase of Our Spiritual Journey

Modern society has come to view death as an absolute end; a tragic event met with grief and, in sudden cases, a seemingly futile search for closure.

Alis Vibe (IG | Spotify)– the intentional and international singer-songwriter from Milan, Italy – invites us to reframe death as the continuation of our spiritual journey with her new single, “Body as a Vessel” (out Nov. 8, 2024).

“‘Body as a Vessel’ is inspired by the transformative nature of life and death. This song embodies the uplifting message that our bodies are merely vessels for our spirit and soul,” Alis said. “While death is often viewed with sorrow, I wanted to create a narrative that celebrates it as a powerful transformation; a continuation of our essence, rather than an end.”

Written by Alis Vibe and produced by Dillon Pace, “Body as a Vessel” is heavily influenced by the electronic dance pop of Alis’ home continent. The empowering anthem invites us to release fear and judgment, as we come to understand that our finite physical existence represents a mere snapshot of our soul’s connection to the universe.

“Overall, the song captures a transformative journey toward self-acceptance, mindfulness, and the realization of one’s inherent worth,” Alis said.

“Body as a Vessel” also marks an important point in Alis’ musical journey, as she transitions toward the next phase of her artistry. The Nashville-based pop songstress is preparing to offer new music, fresh perspectives, and exciting live experiences throughout 2025.

“‘Body as a Vessel’ is not only a song that deals with the concept of death, but it’s the end of an era for me,” Alis said. “We’re working on the next chapter of my music journey.”

Mixing, mastering, and sound design performed by Simone “Unsaid” Saparacino.

Leading with Love & Defying Expectations (ft. Alis Vibe)

Alis Vibe makes danceable pop music that is loaded with intention. The Italian-born musician combines European influences with contemporary American pop sensibilities to deliver a message rooted in love, compassion, and boundless creativity.

On this episode of The Quinn Spinn, we learn about the journey that brought Alis from Milan to Nashville, and the deep inner work she’s done to show up as her most compassionate, creative self.

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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WATCH: The Mad Sugars Cook Up Trouble with ‘Dare Me’

The Mad Sugars ft. Monte Mader - Dare Me

For all the potential downsides, mischief can certainly have its fun moments.

The Mad Sugars — our favorite storytellers when it comes to tales of nightlife misadventures — capture that sense of fleeting, restless merriment in the music video for “Dare Me,” featuring Nashville-based vocalist Monte Mader. Directed by Brian Thompson and shot at Helping Our Music Evolve, the video is an opportunity for the band to let loose in the spirit of high-energy rock and roll.

“‘Dare Me’ is a dance rock tribute to the nights you hit it off with someone who makes you want to go out and get into trouble,” the band said.

“Dare Me” is from the band’s forthcoming full-length album, Personal Space, available everywhere on March 22. You can pre-order the album here, and watch the video below!

UMC20: Let’s Diversify (Jan. 9, 2024)

The beautiful thing about our UMC20 playlist has always been that you can find music of any genre, from artists in any location in any given week.

This week, we bring you everything from dance music to study music, hip hop to folk, and just about anything else you could possibly need. The best part? All we had to do was run through the music that you, People of the Underground, submitted for consideration to compile this all-star list.

Also, check out this week’s bonus track: the first Quinn Spinn Solo Mission of 2024, where we touch on how to turn a viral moment into something more.

Track listing
Goodnite Robicheaux – Pinewood
Daisha McBride – All is Well
NIXED – Sacrifice
Camille Marchadour – Fire Me
DaChri – I LOVE ME!
Mykel ft. Mileage – Rhythm Of You
Til Now – Waste My Life
leisure fm – weather warning
Hope Vista – Hot Blood
The Welters – Soldiers
The Ohio Hopefuls – Sidewalk Chalk
Shedonist – Ask Me Why
Kendall Bowser – You Don’t Call Me
Arih SK – Miss You Like I Should
Radio Flower – Winters Alone
Elise Browell – In My Mind
Quickdraw Kid – Strawberry Supermoon
Laura Mustard – Good Enough
Kim Krans – Golden Tears
StreamKitty – streets of montreal

Start Your Week with Something to Make You ‘Dance’

I was six years old in 1993, when Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers premiered to the world. Like many kids of my generation, I was captivated by this show. In particular, I found myself drawn toward one Ranger in particular. That would be Zack Taylor, the Black Power Ranger portrayed by Walter Emanuel Jones.

Get ready to ‘Dance’

Songs You Should Hear: Diverse International Flavors

One of the many wonderful things of residing at the literal center of the music industry — Nashville, TN — is that it provides us with the opportunity to be discovered by artists in all corners of the globe.

Today’s Songs You Should Hear puts that theory to work. We have artists from Sweden, Canada, and our home base of the U.S. The sounds all vary greatly, as well, showcasing the diverse musical palette of this planet we all call home.

Come with us on a globe-spanning journey below!

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Songs You Should Hear: Watch Out for the ‘Zombie’; Take a Trip West with Wild Heart Club + More

Happy HalloWeekend! We’re sure to be busy, seeing as we’re throwing — and then recovering from — our biggest show of the year tonight at Mercy Lounge. We have giveaways, inclusive vibes, and performances from GAYLE, Notelle, Talia Stewart, and Austin Blue on tap. Truthfully, all we need now is you, in your best costume. Get those tickets online or at the door!

While you get ready to join us tonight — because you’re going to join us, right? — you might as well join us in our now-weekly ritual, where we check in on Fridays to give you…

Songs You Should Hear: Oct. 29, 2021

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