In this episode of the UMS Podcast, Rowan talks to Jami Duffy, executive director of YOR and the co-manager of UMS, about why young and underground artists need a “seat at the table”. This dynamic conversation covers a range of topics including why Youth on Record invested in UMS and the importance of providing sober options at a music festival.

Hosted by Rowan Petersen
Edited and Mixed by Rowan Petersen

Executive Produced by David Ladon

Underground at the Showcase is an official podcast of Underground Music Showcase and a production of Youth on Record. Hosted by Youth on Record participants, the show offers candid conversations with festival performers across styles and genres. Episodes cover a range of themes and topics including community, identity, music education, mental health, fashion, and finding/creating moments of inspiration. Season 3 of Underground at the Showcase was engineered by Rowan Petersen, Clara Kay, Jacob Garrett, Mars Williams, and David Ladon.

Underground Music Showcase is Denver's longest and largest music festival, featuring nearly 150 bands performing over three days across S. Broadway. Learn more https://www.undergroundmusicshowcase.com/

Youth on Record designs and implements strengths-based, music-centered programs intended to equip young people from historically under-resourced communities with the skills needed to find success in life by advancing their academic success, increasing their economic opportunities and career skills, and strengthening their community connections and networks. Learn more at https://www.youthonrecord.org

Underground at the Showcase is proud to be featured on Feedspot’s list of Top 30 Denver Podcasts! 🎉 Tune in to discover the untold stories and creative journeys of emerging artists and visionaries. Each episode dives deep into Denver's thriving cultural scene, offering fresh perspectives from the people shaping its future. Subscribe now!