Juneteenth and the original beginning of the sound of blues and gospel music.

Quinn Records TM Weekly Newsletter June 14

, 2026 This week, we pause to reflect on Juneteenth—June 19, 1865—the day freedom finally reached the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas. While history marks it as an official end to slavery in the United States, its deeper legacy lives on in the sound, spirit, and soul of American music. In the years that followed emancipation, something powerful began to take shape across the South. In fields, churches, dirt roads, and front porches, voices carried stories that had long been held inside. These were not written compositions. They were lived experiences—sung, shouted, moaned, and prayed. In small wooden churches lit by lanterns, gospel music rose from the spirit. It carried hope, faith, and the belief that better days were coming. Hand claps, foot stomps, and call-and-response filled the air as communities gathered, turning hardship into strength through song. Not far away, along the Mississippi Delta and across rural backroads, another sound began to emerge. Blues music took shape through the bending of notes and the telling of truth. A man with a worn guitar might sit beneath a tree or on a porch, singing about love lost, hard labor, or the weight of the world. Each note carried both pain and resilience. Though different in setting, gospel and blues were born from the same roots. One reached upward in faith, the other spoke outward in truth—but both came from the same deep well of human experience shaped by freedom, struggle, and survival. Juneteenth reminds us that these sounds were not just music—they were a declaration. A way to be heard. A way to remember. A way to move forward. At Quinn Records TM, we honor that legacy every day by preserving and promoting the authentic voices of blues, gospel, jazz, and soul. The music we carry continues the story that began generations ago—real voices, real instruments, and real emotion. As we celebrate Juneteenth this week, we invite you to take a moment to listen closely. In every note, there is history. In every song, there is freedom. Stay connected. Stay inspired. And keep the music alive. Quinn Records TM Authentic Music. Real Roots.

Quinn Records TM News Update.

We are pleased to announce that “Two Wrongs Don’t Make a Right” (Radio Edit) by Oliver Johnson and Nite Train has been officially added to rotation on Pitane Blue Nieuwsradio in the Netherlands. This airplay began on June 7, 2026, marking continued international recognition for Oliver Johnson and Nite Train’s powerful blues sound. We appreciate the support from Pitane Blue Nieuwsradio and look forward to reaching even more listeners across Europe. Stay tuned for more updates from Quinn Records TM as we continue bringing authentic blues to audiences worldwide. Discover the soul of St. Louis. Support independent music. **[Subscribe to Our Newsletter] **[Shop the BCM Store] **[Follow Us on Social Media](#)** Posted 11:12 A.M. Wednesday June 10th, 2026. By the” Q “News & Blog Team.

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Dave Wilson here, coming to you straight from the Quinn Records™ headquarters in St. Louis. I am incredibly proud to share some big news with you all. We are officially bringing our legendary Boogie City Music Recording Studio back in-house, and for the first time, I am opening our doors for non-label use. If you play authentic blues, gospel, jazz, or soul, you now have a creative home right here where the absolute heartbeat of musical creativity regularly flows. We have built this space to continue a rich legacy of authentic, warm sound. When you record with us, you get access to our premier analog and digital setup. The studio houses an excellent selection of vintage microphones, trusted tape machines, classic outboard effects, and essential vintage instruments ready for you to use. We pair this classic analog gear with modern digital audio workstations so you get pristine sound reproduction from start to finish. ### Booking Your Session I want to make getting into the booth as smooth as possible so you can focus on the music. The studio rate is 145 dollars per hour, and that entirely covers the cost of an experienced engineer to run your session. - Discount rates are available for special recording packages. - A minimum deposit of 200 dollars is required to hold your dates, with the exact amount based on the overall scope of your project. - Your deposit is fully applicable toward your final studio invoice. - Payment by cash or credit card is due at the end of each session. - A 24-hour notice is required for cancellations or postponements to avoid losing your deposit. Keep the groove alive, and I hope to see you in the studio soon. Dave Wilson Owner, Quinn Records™