What Event Planners Want (From Musicians)
Musicians aren’t just limited to live gigs. Matt Kelly dives head first into the benefits of working with event planners (like more money), and shares 10 things musicians should know when gigging their first event on this episode of the GCMG Podcast.
Austin Petitt
Austin Petitt is an accomplished jazz saxophonist, bassist, composer, and arranger whose musical versatility spans genres from rock and worship to jazz. Known for his simultaneously engaging and relaxed stage presence, Austin has become an absolutely respected name in the Chattanooga music scene, performing with renowned groups such as the Premier Jazz Orchestra, Alan Wyatt […]
Why Austin Pettit Thinks Musicians Should Be Bad (At First)
Austin Pettit talks about his road to graduating college, how he’s already making a living as a professional musician, and why aspiring musicians should actually be okay with making mistakes as first. Austin and Matt talk musical excellence on this episode of the GCMG Podcast. About Austin Austin Petitt is an accomplished jazz saxophonist, bassist, […]
How Josh Gilbert Got His Music on the Radio and Doesn’t Have a TikTok (Yet)
Josh Gilbert, singer/songwriter and guitarist, talks radio plays, not having a TikTok account yet, and balancing personal obligations and a professional music career in this episode of the GCMG Podcast. About Josh Gilbert Josh Gilbert is a full-time musician and worship ministry rooted in Chattanooga. His music seamlessly blends Christian worship, acoustic singer-songwriter intimacy, and […]
Matt Kelly vs the AI Machine
In Episode 2 of the GCMG Podcast, Matt Kelly, founder of Gig City Music Group, delves into the AI controversy and what this means for musicians. About Matt Kelly Matt Kelly is a jack of all trades musician in the Chattanooga area. From leading worship to gigging with multiple instruments to writing music, Matt is […]
Cindy Gibbs
Cindy is a singer-songwriter and recording artist with a voice that effortlessly blends soul, passion, and precision. Raised in a musically diverse family, she began singing harmony at the age of three alongside her mother and sister, developing a deep love for song and storytelling from the very start. By age 14, Cindy was recording […]
Adam Stone
First, we’re excited to drop the first episode of the GCMG Podcast — a show that puts our local musical talent center stage. Hosted by Matt Kelly, founder of GCMG, the podcast is our way of serving the Scenic City music scene through in-depth interviews, special events and tips to help our local musicians thrive. […]
Andie Phillips
Andie Phillips is a singer-songwriter and ukulele player for Little City Sunshine, and a music teacher based in Cleveland, Tenn., whose desire to sing was an early calling. Operas and jazz standards are tender memories of then eight-year-old Andie, who had no idea her budding joy would become a full-time career in music. “As I […]
Josh Gilbert
Josh Gilbert brings an incredible energy to the stage with his unique blend of Worship, Rock, and Blues (and other genres, too!) Over the past 12+ years, Josh has delivered more than 1,000 performances across the U.S. and Canada, including churches, festivals, concerts, corporate events—and even weddings and private ceremonies. Follow Josh and stream his […]
Premier Jazz Orchestra
This group of incredible musicians perform an exciting mix of past jazz standards along with a modern flair. Since debuting at Barking Legs Theater, the orchestra has earned acclaim for electrifying performances across prominent venues and events—such as the ChattState Jazz Festival, Lee University concerts, and the Nightfall Jazz Café—earning praise for its depth, precision, […]