On Friday, UMC Spotlight Artist Da’ Healerz kept the hype train rolling toward the release of their debut album, Heal Talk, with the release of the project’s first visuals.
“Healin’ It” — directed and produced by Twisted Focus Entertainment — sees Foundation Mecca and Lord Goldie on a nature walk through Burgess Falls State Park, about an hour east of Nashville. The picturesque setting provided Da’ Healerz an opportunity to connect back to nature, taking in the sights and sounds as they release their burdens and come to a place of inner peace.
“Healin’ It’ is a powerful track that dives deep into self-restoration and making amends, whether you’re the one who caused pain or the one carrying it,” Da’ Healerz said in a joint statement. “This song is a guide through the process of finding peace, as we explore therapy, meditation, healthy eating, facing our fears, and addressing childhood trauma.”
The track itself was produced by N8MLVL, who added soulful vocals in the song’s chorus. “Healin’ It” is a preview of what is to come on Heal Talk, which now has a new release date of December 12 (12.12.24) — which just so happens to be the solar return of Healerz member Foundation Mecca.
“Join us on this journey toward wholeness—one step at a time.”
Foundation Mecca is a Nashville-based hip hop artist and producer who wears many hats. He’s one-third of the heal hop trio Heru Heru, as well as one half of Da Healerz with fellow Nashville native, Lord Goldie.
In this virtual session, Foundation will reveal everything you need to know to get started making beats for artist projects, sync, and more. We invite you to bring your questions to the chat, which we’ll answer live on the stream!
This conversation is being offered to the public for FREE by the UMC Academy. For more educational content and creative connections, consider joining the Academy today: https://umcworldwide.com/academy.
As you may have heard, our premiere NashLive! experience got delayed just a wee bit to April 26, giving us the opportunity to make it even bigger and better than before.
That also means we get to give you another chance to save on tickets — but that opportunity won’t last long!
This Tuesday and Wednesday (April 9 and 10), we’re bringing back our NASHFLASH coupon code for 48 hours only. Get your tickets before 11:59 p.m. CT on Wednesday, April 10, and save $5 off the price of admission.
The official Wednesday debut of UMC20 gets off a funktastic start!
Yes, we happened across the latest masterpiece from Bootsy Collins in our inbox this week. Throw Snoop Dogg, Fantaazma, Wiz Khalifa, and The Eurythmics’ Dave Stewart into the mix, and we knew we had to lead off with this one!
From there, this turbo-powered artist lineup brings you the variety you’ve come to expect around here. From established artists to up-and-comers, and from Nashville locals to international flavors, no stone is left unturned this week.
Track listing Bootsy Collins ft. Snoop Dogg, Fantaazma, Wiz Khalifa, and Dave Stewart – The Influencers ARREIS – Straight to Hell Alexis Donn – I Love My Birthday Lord Goldie ft. Kyd Dynomyte & Lil Lac – Back Down Foundation Mecca – Tribal Love Baurkli – Growing Pains Miles Squiers – 24 Hours Adam Paddock – Sweet Ohio Light Bryan Howell – Like Summer Thunder The Minimum Wage – Everyone Is Pepperwood – Drowning The Ghost Club – If I Fell (Don’t Wait Here For Me) Andrea von Kampen – Such Love Does Maddie Zahm – little me Fie Eike – Sad Medium Build – Knowing U Exist Tucker Woods – Somersault Max McNown – Turned Into Missing You Josh Fortenbery – Bored to Death Tenille Townes – Thing That Brought Me Here (Truck Song)
For the first time in 2024, it’s officially SHOW WEEK!
We feel like celebrating, and we invite you to celebrate with us. So, we’re doing something special for you. Through this Tuesday, March 19 at 11:59 p.m. CT, we’re offering $5 off tickets to this Saturday’s NashLive! experience at Helping Our Music Evolve when you use the coupon code NASHFLASH.
(You know, because it’s a flash sale…)
As a reminder, NashLive! is allowing three artists to completely transform the stage on Saturday, March 23.
The first three chosen artists are:
Alexis Donn: a Nashville-based pop artist who will be bringing us into her immersive, galactic and glittery Star Child Universe. A custom Space-O’s cereal will be available for purchase upon your way in.
The Healers: comprised of Lord Goldie and Foundation Mecca, a duo of Nashville-based heal hop artists on a mission to heal the world through music. Both prolific in their own right, The Healers are among Nashville’s most prominent and best beloved hip hop acts.
ARREIS: On her newest record, Vices, ARREIS takes on the human condition and dives deeply into the the fact that everyone has a little bit of darkness in their lives. From fiery, bright reds to muted, sullen maroons, the red era is ready to make a dramatic mark on the world of pop music.
In fact, those are the artists who begin this week’s edition of UMC20. From there, we’ve got a healthy heap of Americana, followed by various styles of rock, from the straightforward to the experimental.
Track listing Alexis Donn – Witch Wound Foundation Mecca – Healer Instinct Lord Goldie ft. Antjuan Johnson – Hold On ARREIS – Five More Minutes Rome – Forever Max McNown – Dead Set Dustin Kensrue – High Scalers Pug Johnson – One Hand on My Whiskey Caitlin Cannon – The Alchemist Kat & Zach – Winter Flowers Bronco Redahan – High on Lonesome Amistat – seasons Beharie – Desire Max Blansjaar – Anna Madonna YEARB4 – BABY I’M DYIN’ Sun Atoms – Tower of Song Tell My Sons – Nothing Left to Say The Fever Haze – I Love it Here Johnny Manchild and the Poor Bastards – So Much Better SMILEZ – Self Sabotage
NashLive! welcomes an interstellar lineup of Nashville-based artists for a first-of-its-kind live music and content creation experience — and you get to be a part of the magic!
Alexis Donn is a Nashville-based pop artist who writes music to remind you how powerful your soul really is. On March 23, she’ll give us a first glimpse into her Star Child Universe.
The Healers are Lord Goldie and Foundation Mecca, a duo of Nashville-based heal hop artists on a mission to heal the world through music. Both prolific in their own right, The Healers are among Nashville’s most prominent and best beloved hip hop acts.
On her newest record, Vices, ARREIS takes on the human condition and dives deeply into the the fact that everyone has a little bit of darkness in their lives. From fiery, bright reds to muted, sullen maroons, the red era is ready to make a dramatic mark on the world of pop music.
NashLive! is giving artists an opportunity to curate the live music experiences they’ve always dreamed of, while giving their audience an opportunity to be a part of the magic. Each live music experience is one-of-a-kind, and gives artists and fans an opportunity to connect and create moments that will last long after the lights go down.
Tickets are available now for $20 in advance (plus taxes and fees), and will move to $25 day of show. We expect to sell out, so click the button below to get your hands on yours before they’re gone!
It’s been a minute since we’ve checked in with our old friend, Intellect. Since becoming acquainted in 2019, we’ve always known the hip hop artist, actor, and military veteran to be a Renaissance man who speaks from the heart about his experiences, with music as a vehicle to reach the masses.
Fast forward to 2024, and Intellect has released his first single of the year alongside fellow emcee Dave East. Titled “Too Many Losses,” the single conveys a powerful and gritty message about the struggles and challenges faced in a difficult urban environment — including violence, crime, temptation, and lack of trust.
“‘Too Many Losses’also highlights the resilience and determination of individuals who continue to fight for survival despite the odds stacked against them,” Intellect adds. “The lyrics capture the raw and harsh aspects of street life, offering a glimpse into the complexities of such an existence.
Intellect and East wrote their verses separately; however, the similarities in their experiences and perspectives seamlessly blend their stories together on “Too Many Losses.” On the production end, Tempur Beats deserves credit for crafting a haunting soundscape that illustrates the hardship of life in the streets, while giving both emcees room to breathe hope into the narrative.
Pictured: The sun setting behind the Rocky Mountains from the Gaylord Rocky Mountain Resort (Denver, CO).
I need to tell you about my trip to Denver a couple weekends ago.
I was in town to attend the Achieve Systems BizExplosion Conference. Admittedly, I was looking to shake up my day-to-day, and get some perspective on the direction of this platform — which, as you may remember, recently took a brief, yet thorough detour away from being Underground Music Collective.
On Thursday, October 19, I attended the conference’s welcome reception. Upon entering, I sensed pretty much immediately that this was a different room than the ones to which I had become so accustomed. You had speakers, coaches, and entrepreneurs who had reached a levels of scalable, sustainable success that I, plucky UnderDog that I am, still aspire to reach.
That night — before the conference even officially kicked off — I found myself on the receiving end a ton of valuable feedback about the concept, its niche, and ways that it could be better executed. I heard people’s intrigue around the notion of a music industry-centric platform — and what it could do, if properly built, for independent artists everywhere. I learned so much that night (and throughout the ensuing weekend) about exactly how to properly build it, that I’m still combing through and applying the lessons.
And, to be honest, it all felt a bit overwhelming at first.
I left the reception at about 12:30 a.m. when I caught an Uber back to my Airbnb. I explained to my driver, Mateo, that I was in town to get educated about my business, and I was receiving more of an education than I ever could have expected. I also expressed a bit of self-doubt as I digested the lessons, and wondered what it would take to meaningfully level up from this experience once it was finished.
Mateo then told me he was about to restart the song playing in the car. He wanted me to listen…
That song is “Mirror (You Ain’t Know)” by Brian Hyppolite ft. Nelse… and these words were exactly what I needed to hear in that moment, from the opening refrain.
“Oh, you had it twisted?
Oh, you didn’t know that you was gifted?
You ain’t know that stuff you went through just set you up for winning?
You ain’t know that you was chosen?
You ain’t know that you was golden?
You ain’t know you was important, huh?
You ain’t know you had a purpose
Much bigger than anything you ever considered?
Well, I’ma be your mirror So you can see it clearer…“
When we step out of our comfort zones, our minds can play tricks on us. The stories we’ve internalized can delude us into believing that we aren’t worthy, or ready, or “good enough.” These stories will do everything they can to pull us from our purpose, or fool us into thinking another lane is best for us.
That night, the cards of my imposter syndrome were laid out on the table. However, as I listened to “Mirror (You Ain’t Know)” I realized that I — and not the stories — hold the winning hand.
That moment — and the entire experience of that weekend — helped me reconnect with my mission and vision for this platform. We’re here to build something of impact for independent artists, and connect them to the world of entrepreneurship so that they can built their platforms — and lives — regardless of whether they ever receive traditional music industry approval.
In that moment, it dawned on me that there was no better way to do that than to #GoUnderground.
That’s why we’re back as Underground Music Collective. And frankly, it feels damn good to be walking in this purpose again.
