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Not Nashville Approved

Thomas Kwiat

Booking Overview

An interview-focused music podcast centered on independent artists, with short conversations featuring musicians appearing at live industry events. PR agencies could credibly pitch independent musicians, singer-songwriters, and emerging performers with a distinctive career story or current live-performance profile; booking difficulty is likely low because the show actively features a broad range of independent artists.

Metrics

Episodes: 654

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 4.1k subscribers

Instagram: 4.5k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

lnamusicreview@gmail.com

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Host

Thomas Kwiat - Publisher and host of Live and Amplified's Indie Fusion Podcast, focused on highlighting independent musicians and their careers.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Independent musicians, performers, and singer-songwriters with a compelling career story, live-performance profile, or connection to a music event.
Required Achievements:  
Performing at established music festivals or industry events, Building an independent music career

Recent Guest Discussions

Kelly McTigue - CMA Fest Appearance And Independent Music

Melanie Dyer - CMA Fest Appearance And Music Career

Lee Newton - CMA Fest Appearance And Independent Music

Karen Waldrup - CMA Fest Appearance And Music Career

Gloria Anderson - CMA Fest Appearance And Independent Music

Recent Topics

Independent Music, Music Industry, Live Music, Musicians, Songwriting

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Not Nashville Approved
:

Tyler Dan | Why Texas Music Still Matters and Building a Career Beyond Nashville

October 02, 2026

Tyler Dan joins Not Nashville Approved for a wide-ranging conversation about building a music career the real-world way.We talk about Tyler's journey as an artist, his return to live music, releasing singles, recording new material, and his long-term goal of building toward an EP or album.Tyler also shares his perspective on the Texas music scene, why playing local bars and building a genuine audience still matters, and how Texas gives independent artists a different path than the traditi...

Calamity Janes | Find Where You Fit, Not Where Everyone Else Is

September 16, 2026

Texas is saturated with musicians.And that's not necessarily a bad thing.Calamity Janes put it pretty damn well: “You can fit anything here, and there’s room for everything.”We talk about what it's like building a music career out of Waxahachie, why Texas can support so many different kinds of artists, playing outside your home state, and the importance of finding the places where people actually want to hear your music.We also get into their songwriting, the story behind “If the World Was Fl...

Jesse and Noah at CMA Fest | The Indie Fusion Podcast

September 06, 2026

Jesse and Noah at CMA Fest | The Indie Fusion Podcast

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Not Nashville Approved
:

How do I get in touch with Not Nashville Approved?

Not Nashville Approved is hosted by Thomas Kwiat. Its publicly listed email is lnamusicreview@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Not Nashville Approved?

The publicly listed email for Not Nashville Approved: lnamusicreview@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Not Nashville Approved have?

Podseeker estimates Not Nashville Approved reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Not Nashville Approved?

Not Nashville Approved typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Independent musicians, performers, and singer-songwriters with a compelling career story, live-performance profile, or connection to a music event. Common among recent guests: Performing at established music festivals or industry events; Building an independent music career. Recent guests include Kelly McTigue, Melanie Dyer, and Lee Newton.

How hard is it to get booked on Not Nashville Approved?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Not Nashville Approved cover?

Recent episodes cover Independent Music, Music Industry, Live Music, Musicians, and Songwriting. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

lnamusicreview@gmail.com

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