Underground Music Collective

Underground Music Collective Your songs. Your stories. Music reviews, interviews, features, and much more. #GoUnderground with us! Since January 2016, Underground Music Collective has featured some of music’s best and brightest independent acts.

We have welcomed and reviewed thousands of submissions, of all genres. We've covered hundreds of performances, and continue to strive to build a stronger community around the art being created by independent musicians everywhere, every day. We got our start in Bethlehem, PA, albeit under a different name: Lehigh Valley Underground. The fundamental mission was the same, of course; we were a publication doing everything we could to highlight independent music, especially in eastern Pennsylvania and western New Jersey. In our time in the Keystone State, our award-winning platform highlighted the region’s most noteworthy musicians and festivals through multimedia channels including web, social media, and internet radio. In addition, we hosted and/or sponsored a number of popular events in the region, most notably including the Lehigh Valley Underground First Friday Concert Series, in partnership with Bethlehem’s SouthSide Arts District. After nearly three years, and after exploring the industry’s greater landscape through conferences and other educational opportunities, we began to look beyond the cozy confines of home. We thought, “Hey, there’s a boatload of talent here and everywhere else. What if we became a resource to connect all of these people to each other and the music industry?” So, we ventured out to do that in November 2018, transforming into Underground Music Collective and re-locating our base content operations into the literal heart of the music industry: Nashville. That’s where we’ve been ever since. At the heart of it all, though, is that same a love of music discovery that fuels us to feature new artists, releases, and performances every single day. In addition, we create insightful multimedia content featuring people who have experienced the ups and downs of living a creative life, including musicians, producers, content creators, and more! Thanks for joining us on this ride! Stick around a while to #GoUnderground and #GoBeyond!

We have welcomed and reviewed thousands of submissions, of all genres. We've covered hundreds of performances, and continue to strive to build a stronger community around the art being created by independent musicians everywhere, every day. We got our start in Bethlehem, PA, albeit under a different name: Lehigh Valley Underground. The fundamental mission was the same, of course; we were a publication doing everything we could to highlight independent music, especially in eastern Pennsylvania and western New Jersey. In our time in the Keystone State, our award-winning platform highlighted the region’s most noteworthy musicians and festivals through multimedia channels including web, social media, and internet radio. In addition, we hosted and/or sponsored a number of popular events in the region, most notably including the Lehigh Valley Underground First Friday Concert Series, in partnership with Bethlehem’s SouthSide Arts District. After nearly three years, and after exploring the industry’s greater landscape through conferences and other educational opportunities, we began to look beyond the cozy confines of home. We thought, “Hey, there’s a boatload of talent here and everywhere else. What if we became a resource to connect all of these people to each other and the music industry?” So, we ventured out to do that in November 2018, transforming into Underground Music Collective and re-locating our base content operations into the literal heart of the music industry: Nashville. That’s where we’ve been ever since. At the heart of it all, though, is that same a love of music discovery that fuels us to feature new artists, releases, and performances every single day. In addition, we create insightful multimedia content featuring people who have experienced the ups and downs of living a creative life, including musicians, producers, content creators, and more! Thanks for joining us on this ride! Stick around a while to #GoUnderground and #GoBeyond!

There is opportunity in times of transition and struggle. That's the topic of this week's #UMCRealTalk. #GoUnderground #...
09/26/2020
Decide Your Path Forward (UMC Real Talk)

There is opportunity in times of transition and struggle. That's the topic of this week's #UMCRealTalk. #GoUnderground #KTMP

There is opportunity in times of abrupt transition.

09/24/2020
Mayor John Cooper

Mayor Cooper announced that Nashville is officially going to Phase 3, effective October 1. #KTMP

Mayor John Cooper holds news conference on public health

If you’ve ever thought yourself into a state of confusion and anxiety, you’re not alone. In fact, Paige Keiner Music wro...
09/24/2020
PREMIERE: Paige Keiner Tackles Anxiety on ‘Inside My Mind’

If you’ve ever thought yourself into a state of confusion and anxiety, you’re not alone. In fact, Paige Keiner Music wrote a song about it. We have the premiere! #GoUnderground #KTMP

If you’ve ever thought yourself into a state of confusion and anxiety, you’re not alone.

We are teaming with HOME - Helping Our Music Evolve and Center 615 on a mission to make live streaming make sense for th...
09/23/2020
‘Live from the 615’ Offers Artists High-Quality Live Streaming Opportunities

We are teaming with HOME - Helping Our Music Evolve and Center 615 on a mission to make live streaming make sense for the Nashville music community. 'Live from the 615' is a weekly opportunity for artists and community partners to execute high-quality live broadcast productions – without breaking their pockets. #GoUnderground to learn more!

UMC, Helping Our Music Evolve, and Center 615 provide an important opportunity for Nashville musicians.

Happy fall! Make yourself comfortable with this week's #UMC20 playlist, featuring (in order of appearance): Biletska, Ke...
09/22/2020
UMC20: Equinox Jams! (Sept. 22, 2020)

Happy fall! Make yourself comfortable with this week's #UMC20 playlist, featuring (in order of appearance): Biletska, Kenna, Deanna Devore ft. D'Zhari, Seint Monet, Brianna Musco, Dil, John Lensing, Ali Henderson, Ali Aslam, mcclendon, Jaymes Brass Music, Natalie Schlabs, Nick Kingswell, Laura Mustard, Garrett Owen, Spirits Republic, Betty Moon, Moontower, Magazines, and Me Nd Adam! #GoUnderground #KTMP

Happy fall! Or, happy autumn. Whatever you want to call it, it’s here.

Happy to be part of the HOME - Helping Our Music Evolve Team! #GoUnderground
09/21/2020
HOME - Helping Our Music Evolve

Happy to be part of the HOME - Helping Our Music Evolve Team! #GoUnderground

Shoutout to Underground Music Collective for helping us produce these HOME School presentations 🙏

Give them a follow and keep your finger on the pulse of the creative community 🤏

09/20/2020

Welcome to the first live show we've been to in Nashville since February, featuring Timothy Myles at Honeytree Meadery! #GoUnderground #KTMP

On Thursday, three entertainment attorneys came to HOME - Helping Our Music Evolve to share their insight on the common ...
09/20/2020
HOME School Presents: Expect the Unexpected

On Thursday, three entertainment attorneys came to HOME - Helping Our Music Evolve to share their insight on the common pitfalls they see when helping the music community navigate their legal hurdles. #GoUnderground for this must-watch! #KTMP

Three entertainment attorneys discuss pitfalls they see within the music community.

Here's your friendly reminder that all profits from our online shop will be donated to Nashville music venues, from now ...
09/18/2020
Shop

Here's your friendly reminder that all profits from our online shop will be donated to Nashville music venues, from now until whenever this city is opened all the way back up. #GoUnderground #KTMP

Visit the post for more.

09/18/2020
Underground Music Collective

If you're a music industry person -- or, if you want to be -- you need to listen to every word of this. So many good nuggets about thinking of your music as a business! #GoUnderground #KTMP

In this 'HOME School' panel discussion, 3 HOME Members who are local entertainment attorneys will discuss some of the most common pitfalls they see when helping the music community navigate their legal hurdles:

✹ Artist & Band Names (Trademarks)

✹ Clearance (sometimes holding up record deals or licensing agreements... or even nullifying them)

✹ Splits and Reconciliation (accounting errors of collaborators and companies)

✹ Protecting IP (especially now that there is so much remote work)

✹ Force Majeure (Covid has made this standard clause so much more important)

Join HOME and special guest panelists Colin Maher, Ryan Noormohamed, and Zach Gainous as we share information that will help you prepare your music business for the best possible future outcomes.

09/17/2020

In this 'HOME School' panel discussion, 3 HOME Members who are local entertainment attorneys will discuss some of the most common pitfalls they see when helping the music community navigate their legal hurdles:

✹ Artist & Band Names (Trademarks)

✹ Clearance (sometimes holding up record deals or licensing agreements... or even nullifying them)

✹ Splits and Reconciliation (accounting errors of collaborators and companies)

✹ Protecting IP (especially now that there is so much remote work)

✹ Force Majeure (Covid has made this standard clause so much more important)

Join HOME and special guest panelists Colin Maher, Ryan Noormohamed, and Zach Gainous as we share information that will help you prepare your music business for the best possible future outcomes.

09/17/2020
Expect the Unexpected

In this 'HOME School' panel discussion, 3 HOME Members who are local entertainment attorneys will discuss some of the most common pitfalls they see when helping the music community navigate their legal hurdles:

✹ Artist & Band Names (Trademarks)

✹ Clearance (sometimes holding up record deals or licensing agreements... or even nullifying them)

✹ Splits and Reconciliation (accounting errors of collaborators and companies)

✹ Protecting IP (especially now that there is so much remote work)

✹ Force Majeure (Covid has made this standard clause so much more important)

Join HOME and special guest panelists Colin Maher, Ryan Noormohamed, and Zach Gainous as we share information that will help you prepare your music business for the best possible future outcomes.

We want to make sure you hear this #DailySpinn from TYM and Timothy Myles. To hear every Daily Spinn, all week, every we...
09/16/2020
The Quinn’s Daily Spinn: Wednesday, Sept. 16

We want to make sure you hear this #DailySpinn from TYM and Timothy Myles. To hear every Daily Spinn, all week, every week, follow The Quinn Spinn! #GoUnderground #KTMP

Today, we have one of the can’t-miss songs of 2020.

09/16/2020
What Can You Control? (UMC Real Talk)

The outside world — especially in this day and age — is full of noise and distractions. Most of these are outside of our control.

So… how do we tune out the distractions, and become the best versions of ourselves in these strange times? #UMCRealTalk #GoUnderground

Full series: https://tinyurl.com/yxu6t26c

We have tons of new music on this week's #UMC20. This week's lineup includes (in order of appearance): TYM ft. Timothy M...
09/15/2020
UMC20: Halfway Through September (Sept. 15, 2020)

We have tons of new music on this week's #UMC20. This week's lineup includes (in order of appearance): TYM ft. Timothy Myles, HeyitsElvira, Peter Katz, Logan Smith, Zeek Mitchell - Z, The Duskwhales, The Blam Blams, Catie Trainor, Dark McGwire, Jared Minnix Music, Seint Monet, Seul, Caley Rose, Samantha Tieger, The Zolas, Tyson Kelly, The Trusted, Katie McGhie, Nick Ryan, and Billy Bauer Band. #GoUnderground #KTMP

Lots of first-timers, a few familiar faces, and a sign of things to come!

We think this week's #UMC20 is worth the wait! It features (in order of appearance) Talia Stewart, Dani Felt Music, AIRP...
09/09/2020
UMC20: Better Late Than Never, Part 2! (Sept. 9, 2020)

We think this week's #UMC20 is worth the wait! It features (in order of appearance) Talia Stewart, Dani Felt Music, AIRPORTS, Violet LaVelle ft. DaChri, Johnny Gillespie, Falcon, Firewoodisland, Alfah Femmes, Brontë Fall, Marsupial Lion, Vanden Dool, The Brummies, Wild Love, Columbia Jones, Melting Mallows, Natalie Schlabs, Holly Clausius Music, Lyn Koonce Music, Country Fresh, and Meghan VK. #GoUnderground #KTMP

Let us dig out of the pile of submissions together, shall we?

Have you heard our latest episode of The Quinn Spinn, featuring Teri Bracken of Brontë Fall? #GetSpunn #GoUnderground
09/08/2020
IVPR

Have you heard our latest episode of The Quinn Spinn, featuring Teri Bracken of Brontë Fall? #GetSpunn #GoUnderground

ICYMI: Brontë Fall on Underground Music Collective's #TheQuinnSpinn!

We're still getting our shtuff together on this week's #UMC20. In the meantime, Van Isaacson had this review of Holly Cl...
09/08/2020
LISTEN: Holly Clausius Releases Infectious ‘Sunflower’ EP

We're still getting our shtuff together on this week's #UMC20. In the meantime, Van Isaacson had this review of Holly Clausius Music's new 'Sunflower' EP ready to go! #GoUnderground #KTMP

New EP showcases Canadian songstress’ storytelling abilities.

09/08/2020

This week's #UMC20 will be slightly delayed (coming in the afternoon/evening, instead of first thing in the morning). The reason: a 14.5 hour drive back to Nashville from the homeland. It's good to be back!

Happy Labor Day! Here's a The Quinn Spinn #DailySpinn from Kate Puckett and Eliyya Lane that deserves your "Attention." ...
09/07/2020
The Quinn’s Daily Spinn: Monday, Sept. 7

Happy Labor Day! Here's a The Quinn Spinn #DailySpinn from Kate Puckett and Eliyya Lane that deserves your "Attention." #GoUnderground #KTMP

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Decide Your Path Forward (UMC Real Talk)
Decide Your Path Forward (UMC Real Talk)

Times of abrupt transition can leave us with the question, “where do I go from here?” Within these times, however, is the opportunity to discover that answer for ourselves. #UMCRealTalk Full series: https://tinyurl.com/wgpo3qg

Welcome to the first live show we've been to in Nashville since February, featuring Timothy Myles at Honeytree Meadery! #GoUnderground #KTMP

Expect the Unexpected
Expect the Unexpected

In this 'HOME School' panel discussion, 3 HOME Members who are local entertainment attorneys will discuss some of the most common pitfalls they see when helping the music community navigate their legal hurdles: ✹ Artist & Band Names (Trademarks) ✹ Clearance (sometimes holding up record deals or licensing agreements... or even nullifying them) ✹ Splits and Reconciliation (accounting errors of collaborators and companies) ✹ Protecting IP (especially now that there is so much remote work) ✹ Force Majeure (Covid has made this standard clause so much more important) Join HOME and special guest panelists Colin Maher, Ryan Noormohamed, and Zach Gainous as we share information that will help you prepare your music business for the best possible future outcomes.

What Can You Control? (UMC Real Talk)
What Can You Control? (UMC Real Talk)

The outside world — especially in this day and age — is full of noise and distractions. Most of these are outside of our control. So… how do we tune out the distractions, and become the best versions of ourselves in these strange times? #UMCRealTalk #GoUnderground Full series: https://tinyurl.com/yxu6t26c

Who is Cameron Floyd? (From The Quinn Spinn)
Who is Cameron Floyd? (From The Quinn Spinn)

Like all of us, Cameron Floyd has had a chance for self-discovery in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic -- and it hasn't all been easy. He opened up on the latest edition of The Quinn Spinn. #GetSpunn #GoUnderground Full episode: https://tinyurl.com/y3qty84y Support the show: https://tinyurl.com/yxcmm9vg

Live Q&A with Jaymes Brass
Live Q&A with Jaymes Brass

Jaymes Brass Music joins us to talk about his new single, "The Tinder Song," and forthcoming album, 'Kind of Blu.' #GoUnderground #KTMP

Patience and Comparison (UMC Real Talk)
Patience and Comparison (UMC Real Talk)

It's easy to see other people's social media "highlight reels" and feel like we're falling behind in our own journeys. However, there is much to be learned and appreciated from knowing where we are. Full series: https://tinyurl.com/wgpo3qg

Yearløve Facebook Takeøver

The Opportunity in Change (UMC Real Talk)
The Opportunity in Change (UMC Real Talk)

Change can be scary. Abrupt changes can be overwhelming and put us on our heels. However, we have a choice: will we let the fear of change overwhelm us, or will we use change as an opportunity to grow? Get some #UMCRealTalk: https://tinyurl.com/y2q9dp23

What Society Won't Tell You About Failure (UMC Real Talk)
What Society Won't Tell You About Failure (UMC Real Talk)

From an early age, society teaches us to find fear and shame in failure. Here's why society has it all wrong. #UMCRealTalk Share this video if you vibe with it! The whole series: https://tinyurl.com/y2q9dp23

Who Gave You a Deadline? (UMC Real Talk)
Who Gave You a Deadline? (UMC Real Talk)

“You need to get a job right out of college, get married, and have kids.” That’s not a fact. That’s a myth. On the latest episode of our official podcast, The Quinn Spinn, we break down society’s mythical benchmarks. This edition of #UMCRealTalk doubles down on that conversation, making clear that the only one who can set a goal for your life is you. Full episode: https://tinyurl.com/y4s9xkh2 #GoUnderground #KTMP

Should I update my EPK in the middle of a pandemic? (UMC Real Talk)
Should I update my EPK in the middle of a pandemic? (UMC Real Talk)

With touring on hold for the foreseeable future, is it still a good idea to invest time and resources into updating your promo materials? We take the return edition of #UMCRealTalk to give our take! If you decide to go for it after watching this, let us help you: https://tinyurl.com/y3l69t67 More Real Talk: https://tinyurl.com/yxu6t26c

On the July 20 episode of our official podcast, The Quinn Spinn, we heard what DaChri has to say about the current conversations around social justice in America. Follow the show above and on your favorite streaming platforms for more! Full episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7awY35RoQisvdEkkq5JUN5?si=PQOnuJa7QZSkVPNh764-Lw #GetSpunn #GoUnderground #BlackLivesMatter

Laura Mustard Eagerly Takesover Facebook
Laura Mustard Eagerly Takesover Facebook

My Top 3 Covid Pivots
My Top 3 Covid Pivots

LIVE from HOME - Helping Our Music Evolve! We'll take a look at strategic responses from 4 very different perspectives... Dexter Palmer is the Founder and CEO of 24-8 MGMT, a comprehensive music company that handles artist management for clients like Herobust. Nate Rose is a Nashville-based rap artist who used his background as a digital marketer to build a full-time career as a music creator. Alejandro Menendez is a Cuban born filmmaker and content creator working in Nashville as the Creative Director for the Mono Mundo record label. HOME Founder, Logan Crowell, will kick off this presentation at 7 pm with an explanation of HOME's pandemic pivots.

Virtual tip jar: Venmo: [email protected] Or Www.paypal.me/trevablomquist Follow me Treva Blomquist

Nicole Boggs & The Reel Takeover
Nicole Boggs & The Reel Takeover

All virtual gifts to be donated to https://www.blackvotersmatterfund.org Virtual Gift Jar: Venmo: @thereelnicoleboggs PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/nicoleboggsreel Pre-Save our EP "None of Your Business" NOW https://smarturl.it/noneofyourbusiness

UMC Supports Virtual Musikfest: July 31-August 9
UMC Supports Virtual Musikfest: July 31-August 9

Before the bright lights of Nashville, we cut our teeth as a regional publication based in Bethlehem, PA. That resilient steel town is the home of Musikfest, the nation's largest free outdoor music festival. With the COVID-19 pandemic still ongoing, the folks at Musikfest (and their parent organization, ArtsQuest) have resolved to host this year's 'Fest virtually from July 31-August 9. We'll be sharing more about the festival this summer, including live stream performances and ways you can help ensure the show will go on in 2021 and beyond. To be clear, there would be no Underground Music Collective without Musikfest. That's a story we'll be happy to share another day, and it is just one of many examples of how this organization's impact can be felt nationwide. For now, we encourage you to learn more about Musikfest, and how you can support at musikfest.org/together. #GoUnderground #TogetherWeWillFestAgain

Goodnite Robicheaux: The Green Line Release Party
Goodnite Robicheaux: The Green Line Release Party

Goodnite Robicheaux released their new EP, 'The Green Line,' last week. #GoUnderground as the duo plays through the record, answers questions, and gives away free merch! Read the review: https://tinyurl.com/y9dx88dd Virtual Tip Jar: https://tinyurl.com/ycpm39j6

Erin Cosgrove Going LIVE

Quarantine Jam: Laura Mustard
Quarantine Jam: Laura Mustard

Laura Mustard has a big summer and fall ahead in the lead-up to her forthcoming EP, 'Treehouse.' That includes this Friday, when she releases the record's first single, "Nobody's Road." Laura joins us to celebrate the release of the single for a #QuarantineJam. Start your weekend with a few songs and stories!

Skylar Gregg live with UMC

Nick Black UMC Facebook Takeover! Find out more about Nick: www.NickBlackMusic.com www.instagram.com/nickblackmusic www.twitch.tv/nickblackmusic Want to send Nick a tip? PayPal, Venmo, & Ca$happ: @nickblackmusic

Quarantine Jam: Swamp Guard
Quarantine Jam: Swamp Guard

Roots rockers Swamp Guard hail from southeastern Pennsylvania. The trio -- consisting of multi-instrumentalists Sean Dunleavy, Tyler Kennedy, and Elijah Smith -- has already released two full-length albums, and will play a Sunday afternoon #QuarantineJam to show us what they've got! Virtual Tip Jar: Venmo @Sean-Dunleavy-1

Quarantine Jam: Ali Aslam
Quarantine Jam: Ali Aslam

New York City troubadour Ali Aslam is preparing for the release of his full-length album, "The Last American." Join us this Wednesday for a special #QuarantineJam to get to know Ali and hear a few selections! #GoUnderground #KTMP

Quarantine Jam: Alex Alexion
Quarantine Jam: Alex Alexion

Happy Memorial Day! To cap the long weekend, we're joined all the way from New York by indie rocker Alex Alexion for a special #QuarantineJam! #GoUnderground #KTMP

Nicole Boggs & The Reel Takeover PART 2
Nicole Boggs & The Reel Takeover PART 2

Virtual Tip Jar: Venmo: @thereelnicoleboggs PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/nicoleboggsreel [email protected] CashApp: $TheReelNicoleBoggs

Nicole Boggs & The Reel Takeover
Nicole Boggs & The Reel Takeover

Virtual Tip Jar: Venmo: @thereelnicoleboggs PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/nicoleboggsreel [email protected] CashApp: $TheReelNicoleBoggs

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We are creatives, and we are storytellers. We know that there is much more to music than the finished product. Behind each chord and lyric are real-life events, lived by those who have bravely overcome life’s challenges to forge their path toward artistic fulfillment.

Here at Underground Music Collective, we represent a diverse musical world full of varying sounds and perspectives, as told through the lens of these courageous individuals. We strive to communicate truths about our shared human experience, and to tell stories of perseverance on our pages that inspire you to overcome.

#GoUnderground and uncover what lies beneath the surface. Dig in!

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