May 20 | 6–9 PM | Location TBD

Join us for a special Big Ideas Welcome live event celebrating the intersection of music, business, and culture-building in Knoxville and beyond.

Hosted by Chris McAdoo, this collaborative event kicks off with the official premiere of Episode 4 of the latest podcast season: “You Gotta Find Your People,” featuring a candid conversation between acclaimed artist Drew Holcomb and emerging singer-songwriter Kelsi Walker.

Then, stay for a dynamic Music Business Panel moderated by Garrett Thompson of Knox Music Coalition, diving into the challenges, wins, and realities of building a career—and a community—in music

We will close out the night with an acoustic performance by Kelsi Walker.
A short, intimate set to close out the night: because it wouldn’t be a music event without the music.

Whether you’re an artist, creative, entrepreneur, or music lover, this event is your backstage pass to real talk about turning passion into purpose—and why finding your people matters more than ever.

Free and open to the public