TINY bookshop
cONCERT SERIES
The Tiny Bookshop Concerts are a series of live performances showcasing local talent in an intimately empowering environment. While music is centered, the project is multidisciplinary in nature and aims to support a myriad of local artists, storytellers, performers and professionals of color.
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Each ticket comes with a seat, herbal tea and refreshments, there is also an option to add a book of choice to tickets at a discounted price!
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Every show is recorded live to share with a broad digital audience, subscribe to our YouTube channel HERE to tune in!
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“Showcasing local talent in an intimately empowering environment”
meet the team
Ty Murray
Creator, Host, Co-producer
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Ty Murray is a multi-faceted artist and activist. She received a BS in Public Relations, concentrating in Music Business at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She has served as a local musical tastemaker since 2017 as the DJ and host of Soul Power on 90.3 The Rock, where she spun two hours of soul, funk and feel good music every Sunday evening for 7 years. To her, art is activism and she believes that music has the power to help connect, empower, and heal both individuals and communities.
Kami Astro
Co-producer, Audio Engineer
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Kami Astro is a recording engineer, producer, and musician. Astro wants to champion cross-genre music, and to create a safe, inclusive space that welcomes all artists, regardless of race, creed, nationality, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
Bill Hadam
Co-producer, Cinematographer
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Bill Hadam is a creative visionary behind the lens. With a unique eye for composition and lighting, they craft captivating stories through visuals. Bill's work spans diverse genres and captivates audiences with its artistry and emotion.
Daniel Craft
Graphic Artist
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Daniel Craft is a mixed media 2D artist based in Knoxville. Originally from Lakeland, Florida, Daniel relocated to Tennessee to be closer to family who have been based in East Knoxville for generations. Daniel works primarily in digital illustration and enjoys designing brand creative for local community groups, businesses, and musicians.
thank you to our sponsors!
The African American Equity Restoration Task Force (AAERTF) studies, reviews, and identifies strategic solutions to improve areas of disparity and disenfranchisement in the Black community, work with existing agencies in the community, and develop policy, programs and recommendations that will establish opportunities for generational wealth building in the Black community.
Sadie Peal Records is an initiative centering music and movement in mindful ways. In addition to curating live music experiences, Sadie Pearl Records supports a seasonal boutique record store at The Bottom, stocked with specially curated and hand selected picks -- a heavy emphasis on soul, funk, and music that packs a punch!
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The Tennessee Arts Commission offers a variety of distinct funding opportunities to encourage participation in arts activities in communities across all 95 counties. You can directly support the amazing mission of Tennessee Arts Commission by purchasing a specialty license plate. ​
