Secrets From The Scene

Ep. 62: Uniting Musicians for Change: Nadi of Gully Boys Talks TCUP and Building a Better Music Community


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We’re kicking off Season 2 of Secrets from the Scene with a conversation about something that affects every musician: the fight for fair pay, better conditions, and a more supportive music community.

This week, I sat down with Nadi McGill, drummer for Gully Boys and lead organizer of Twin Cities United Performers (TCUP). We talked about:

  • How Gully Boys came up in the Twin Cities scene and built momentum beyond Minnesota
  • The story behind TCUP and how it grew out of the First Ave unionization movement
  • What TCUP is doing right now to improve transparency, pay, and working conditions for musicians
  • How artists can get involved and why organizing matters
  • If you’ve ever felt frustrated by the way musicians are treated—or just want to know what’s happening behind the scenes—this one’s for you.

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