Origins Music Group Launches Inaugural OMG Summer Block Party in Nashville
On June 6, 2026, Origins Music Group launched its inaugural OMG Summer Block Party at Plaza Mariachi in Nashville, Tennessee. The day‑long festival fused music, culture, and community, drawing local artists, families, organizations, and vendors into a shared celebration. The event also introduced Origins Music Impact, a newly formed nonprofit dedicated to expanding opportunities for musicians and fortifying community ties through music education and mentorship.
The lineup spanned country, Latin, Americana, hip‑hop, rock, and soul, featuring stars such as Ana Christina Cash, Andrea Vasquez, Angie K, Blanco Brown, and Pynk Beard. Emcees Franklin Willis, Ashlie Amber, and Averianna the Personality guided the crowd through a succession of live sets and interactive moments.
Beyond the stage, the block party offered a buffet of food‑truck fare and a community marketplace that spotlighted entrepreneurs, creatives, and organizations from across Middle Tennessee. Attendees also met the Tennessee Titans Cheerleaders and the Nashville Soccer Club mascot Tempo the Coyote, adding a sports‑culture flavor. Family‑friendly activities ensured that guests of all ages could participate.
Origins Music Impact was unveiled during the festival, with organizers encouraging visitors to learn about the foundation’s mission to create pathways for education, mentorship, and cultural engagement. The nonprofit initiative follows a broader trend of music‑industry groups leveraging community events to support local talent and provide resources for aspiring artists.
“Our goal was simple: create a place where people could come together, celebrate music, support local businesses, and enjoy community,” said Corey Jones, co‑founder and CEO of Origins Music Group. “Seeing families, artists, vendors, and fans all sharing the same space reminded us why we do this work. This was bigger than a block party. This was a community experience.”
The event built on Origins Music Group’s earlier partnership with the Country Latin Association during CMA Fest, when the two organizations hosted Country con Corazón at Plaza Mariachi. That collaboration highlighted Latino country artists and paved the way for the genre‑diverse programming of the OMG Summer Block Party.
The festival closed on a note of community cohesion and a clear vision for future initiatives. While no additional dates have been announced, the success of the inaugural event suggests that Origins Music Group may continue to host similar gatherings in the coming months to further support Nashville’s vibrant music scene.
