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‘The Power of Independent’ Panel Packs the House at Ampersand Studios With PERK PR

Independence took center stage last week as Ampersand Studios and PERK PR + Creative Agency brought together some of Nashville’s most influential voices for The Power of Independent — a standing-room-only panel event that spotlighted the rising momentum of the independent music community.


Left to Right: Halie Hampton Mosley (WHY&HOW), Blair Miller (Chaos Creators), Trevor Perkins (PERK PR), Kyra Tilition (Fort Nash, Walk Off Entertainment), Morgan Mills (CMDShft), 
Left to Right: Halie Hampton Mosley (WHY&HOW), Blair Miller (Chaos Creators), Trevor Perkins (PERK PR), Kyra Tilition (Fort Nash, Walk Off Entertainment), Morgan Mills (CMDShft), 

Held on May 13, 2025 in the heart of Music Row, the event welcomed a vibrant crowd of artists, creators, and music industry professionals eager to explore what it means to build a sustainable and successful career outside the traditional label system.


The evening’s panel was led by Trevor Perkins, founder of PERK PR, who moderated an open and empowering conversation featuring: Morgan Mills (CMDShft), Kyra Tillotson (Fort Nash / Walk Off Entertainment), Halie Hampton Mosley (WHY&HOW), and Blair Miller (Chaos Creators).


Together, the panelists shared personal experiences, strategic insights, and honest truths about what it takes to thrive as an independent in today’s ever-evolving music landscape. Topics ranged from building direct fan relationships to embracing creative control and navigating the business side with confidence and clarity.


“The Power of Independent wasn’t just a conversation — it was a movement,” said Perkins. “We created space for real dialogue around what it means to own your narrative, grow on your own terms, and find strength in community. The energy in that room was electric.”

Attendees left inspired and better equipped to take charge of their creative careers, proving that going independent doesn’t mean going it alone. Instead, it’s about redefining success through authenticity, innovation, and collaboration.

With partners like Ampersand Studios and PERK PR leading the charge, Nashville continues to solidify its reputation as not just Music City — but as a beacon for independent voices carving out their own paths.


Left to Right: Riley Gentry (Ampersand Studios), Valentina Lara (Ampersand Studios), Halie Hampton Mosley (WHY&HOW), Blair Miller (Chaos Creators), Trevor Perkins (PERK PR), Kyra Tilition (Fort Nash, Walk Off Entertainment), Morgan Mills (CMDShft), Nicole Barton (Ampersand Studios),, Erenia Lemus (Ampersand Studios), Ali Patton (PERK PR)
Left to Right: Riley Gentry (Ampersand Studios), Valentina Lara (Ampersand Studios), Halie Hampton Mosley (WHY&HOW), Blair Miller (Chaos Creators), Trevor Perkins (PERK PR), Kyra Tilition (Fort Nash, Walk Off Entertainment), Morgan Mills (CMDShft), Nicole Barton (Ampersand Studios),, Erenia Lemus (Ampersand Studios), Ali Patton (PERK PR)

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