New to Nashville Music Industry Networking

>> This is your moment to plug into the creative pulse of the HOME community.
Our members have been making incredible music, and now’s the time to show it off, get inspired, and connect.

>> How it Works:
You must register to attend on zoom.

The event is now open to the public to attend virtually, but only active HOME members can submit music for live feedback. If you're a member, send us something you’ve been working on - anything from a rough idea to a polished single. This is a chance to get feedback from a respected industry pro and possibly get tapped for future collaborations through HOME’s A&R team.

Not a member yet? No problem. You're still welcome to RSVP and watch the event. It’s a great way to see the creative process in action and discover emerging talent in the HOME network.

>> What to Expect:
This is a casual, come-as-you-are hangout where people play music, talk about their creative process, and get real feedback. Artists can share their own work, and music professionals can showcase tracks from artists they represent. You can also show off your studio or just hop on to say hello and meet other creators.

Please RSVP and join this event HERE.

See you soon!

>> Featured Host: Kenny Mullins
Kenny is a genre-bending songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist originally from St. Petersburg, FL and now based in Nashville. He’s worked with music legends and next-gen stars alike, with over 50 million streams and credits on projects for The Kardashians, Hulu, and Netflix. From pop to reggae to sync, Kenny brings a deep well of experience, and he’ll be sharing his ears and insights live during this session.

RSVP and come watch the process unfold.

>> HOME is Nashville's premier music industry support hub - where creators come first!
Join a professional network of creators, studios, educational events and growth opportunities.

Learn more at homeformusic.org.

This event will be Virtual Only. Due to protective measures, we've moved these meetups into our HOME community app. Once you click through to join us, you'll be asked to create your FREE Account in the HOME App to join the meetup.

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The end of the year has a way of bringing up what we’ve tried to avoid. A memory. A person. A version of ourselves we thought we’d be by now.

For music creators, grief often hides in plain sight - tucked into unreleased songs, creative droughts, or the quiet ache of unmet milestones. This time of year can amplify that grief, whether it's the loss of a loved one, a dream that didn’t unfold, or a relationship that no longer feels like home.

This session offers a soft place to land.
You don’t need to push through or be okay.
You don’t have to make the grief productive.

Together, we’ll explore:

• What grief can look like in a creative life
• How to hold space for your emotions without shutting down your art
• The balance between honoring the past and staying present
• How to move with grief, rather than around it

This support group is a confidential, come-as-you-are space for music creators to talk about the pressures we carry, listen if that’s what we need, and find solidarity with others who understand. You are welcome to share, or simply sit in quiet community. This is not a therapy session.

All participants agree to a confidentiality statement. What’s shared in the session stays in the session.

This session is offered free to the public thanks to HOME – Helping Our Music Evolve and the Helping Music Foundation. If you’re able, consider making a donation to help keep these gatherings available to the creators who rely on them.

### Where Nashville's music creators explore the biggest shift our industry has ever seen.

Artificial intelligence is redefining music. Be part of the conversation.

This is the forum where serious builders and visionary creators unite to explore the biggest shift our industry has ever seen.

We're thrilled to announce STRM as our presenting partner! STRM combines smart music distribution with AI-driven career assessments and royalty advances 💸

Artists! Take STRM AI powered career assessment here.

RSVP now to secure your spot in Nashville's most important monthly conversation about the future of music.

What You'll Experience:

🤝 6:00-6:30 PM — Open Networking
Connect with builders, creators, and AI enthusiasts over Cali Sober drinks and 5 Points Pizza :)

🚀 6:30-6:50 PM — STRM Presents: AI Artist Accelerator & Growth Engine
Join StrmMusic CEO Geoff Cubitt for a deep dive into an AI-powered distribution and marketing platform that is empowering artists to reach their full potential.

🎤 6:55-7:15 PM — Monthly Creative AI Tool Breakdown with Vltra Violet

🎥 7:20-7:40 PM — AI for Indies: How to Leverage AI to Run an Artist Career Like a Label
Hear from a local legend in Nashville's hip hop scene - Nate Rose - about how you can build a label operations machine with AI-powered tools.

📊 7:45-8:05 PM — Is the Government Coming to Save Music from AI?
Generative AI music isn’t hypothetical anymore. Robot artists with robot music are topping the charts and bleeding off royalties. Come hear how Humanable has created a path forward for music and the other arts to not get lost in the age of AI slop.

🏛️ 8:05-8:30 PM — Community Open Forum Roundtable with First Rule
A group discussion where YOU can share your perspective on AI and how it’s reshaping the industry. Ask questions, voice concerns, explore possibilities.

💬 8:40-9 PM — Enjoy a STRM artist spotlight performance by Caryn Dixon.

Featured Speakers:

Geoff Cubitt — Founder of STRM, building the infrastructure for the next generation of independent artists through AI-powered distribution and career tools.

Nate Rose — Independent rapper racking up millions of streams and social media views using smart media strategies, digital marketing prowess, and cutting-edge AI workflows.

Paul McGrady — Co-founder of Humanable, a platform designed to preserve the ecosystem for human-made art. Humanable provides songwriters and artists with the means to certify their work as fully human, free from generative AI.

💿 STRM Artist Spotlight Performance 🔦
Caryn Dixon — Caryn Dixon’s journey in country music is rooted in honesty, grit, and a deep desire to connect with people through her signature mix of raw honesty and melodic storytelling.

☝️Humans First
Whether you're already experimenting with AI in your creative process or just beginning to explore its implications, this gathering is designed to empower you with practical insights, meaningful connections, and a clearer sense of what comes next.

Event Details:

• Location: HOME Studios, East Nashville (centrally located between downtown and 5 Points)
• Duration: 3 hours with multiple formats (panel, demos, discussion, breakouts)
• Parking: Free parking available
• Cost: FREE and donations are accepted!

This monthly meetup reflects HOME's commitment to building a future where music creators thrive.

FREE Cali Sober Bevs and 5 Points Pizza 🍕 for attendees 😁The industry is changing fast. This is where we figure it out together.

### This event is *FREE and open to the public, but space is limited. RSVP now!

*Donations accepted - all donation proceeds benefit the Helping Music Foundation, whose mission is to support, educate, and elevate the musicians in your community. Make a donation HERE.

Visit homeformusic.org/location for directions and parking info.

>> Share your sound. Find your people.

Meet My Music is where you share your music, talk about your creative process, and find collaborators who take music seriously.

HOME’s A&R Team listens with intention. They’re looking for Homies to invite into writing rooms and sync-focused sessions. This is your chance to make that connection. This session is open to members and non-members.

Whether you’re a producer, songwriter, artist, or industry rep, you belong here. Every voice adds to the momentum. If you’ve been building something, share it. If you’re between projects, come for the inspiration.

The format is casual. The impact is real.

A note on music share time: We can’t guarantee everyone will have the chance to play a song. Arrive early and have a streaming link ready (no file uploads). If the queue fills up, stay engaged. The insight you gain from hearing others, the feedback exchanged, and the support you show still count. Listening with intention builds community and makes you a better creator.

RSVP, come through, and make your presence count.

Please join this event HERE. Due to protective measures, we've moved these meetups into our HOME community app. Once you click through to join us, you'll be asked to create your FREE Account in the HOME App to join the hang! See you soon!

Here's a little bit about this week's host and HOME A&R Coordinator:

Ian Osborne is a writer/producer and multi-instrumentalist based in Nashville, TN. Starting off in Los Angeles in 2009 Ian began working with DJ Skee and his company in the heart of LA. Since then, Ian has been crafting music for programs such as Phineas and Ferb (DISNEY), The Power Rangers (NICK!) The Mountain Dew Tour (NBC), Kickin it (DISNEY) and has had music featured in NCAA, NFL, Animal Planet, FOX, and ESPN as well as ad placements for brands including Kay Jewelers, NASA, Touch of Modern, Barefoot, and Nordic Trak.

From 2017-2019, Ian scored and co-created the theme song for Season 26 and 27 of the iconic "Power Rangers" franchise airing on Nickelodeon. Other animated credits include production and scoring for Miraculous LadyBug (Nick/Disney), Denver the Last Dinosaur (M6-France), Rainbow Butterfly Unicorn Kitty (Nick), and Power Players (CartoonNetwork).

Since 2020 Ian has been the in-house producer for HOME. Ian has also launched his own artist project called "Light League". The first single "Champion (10,000 Hours)" was placed in the season premier of All American-Homecoming on the CW.

Join us for Meet My Music to connect with HOME’s A&R Team and add new collaborators to your network.

RSVP now. Don't miss out on the chance to make some awesome connections that take your career to the next level!