Northeast Tennessee's music industry bolsters local economy with $75M impact, census shows.

The Northeast Tennessee Music Census, completed in April 2024, found the region's music industry generated over $75 million and supported over 500 full-time jobs. Local musician Amythyst Kiah praised the strong support for independent artists but highlighted the need for more venues and industry growth. Census leaders have outlined ten actions to expand the music scene, aiming to use music as an economic development tool.

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