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The Quinn Spinn: Gussapolooza 2026, Day 3

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Our pop-up tent got destroyed. The rain made everything MOIST. And yet, we persisted, delivering a series of interviews from the third and final day of Gussapolooza 2026.

We spent this episode venturing out to other people’s booths, chatting with some of the visual artists in residence about their creative processes and inspirations. We also happened to get everyone’s stances on AI use in the arts… and we found some varying perspectives among the group.

Thank you to everyone at Gussapolooza — especially Gary from Barrie, Bad Club Media, and At the Scene Photography — for getting us back up and running after the storm tried to take us out!

Opening theme: REVEL 9 – All I’ve Become

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The Quinn Spinn: Live from Gussapolooza 2026, Day 1

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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 Become

Learn more about The Quinn Spinn: https://umcworldwide.com/thequinnspinn

Gussapolooza 2025 Submissions Now Open!

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Gussapolooza — the magical three-day music and camping festival in Cookstown, Ontario, Canada — is set to take place August 22-24, 2025 at the Georgian Bay Steam Show Grounds.

Want to play? As of today, you can make your dreams come true!

Submissions are now open for Gussapolooza 2025! From now through January 31, artists of any genre can submit to perform at next year’s festival at gussapolooza.com. This incredible celebration of community, creativity, and connection exclusively highlights independent talent, bringing artists together to share their music, inspire others, and build lasting connections.

Want to be a part of the magic? Hit that button below!

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