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December 16, 2024
Blast Music, the Huntsville-Madison County Public Library’s streaming platform for local music, has expanded its library with 50 new albums from artists across North Alabama.
This new induction marks the sixth addition to Blast’s collection since its launch in August 2021. The new class of artists includes several talented returning acts and an array of exciting newcomers, bringing the total to 209 artists and 230 albums.
From metal and Afrobeats to punk, spiritual, and more, Blast offers something for every music lover. Listeners can stream their favorite tunes anywhere with an internet connection — no library card or sign-in required.
Blast is proud to support its artists, who retain all rights to their music and receive a $300 honorarium for their contributions, thanks to the Marguerite Cartwright Hawthorne Endowment and the Huntsville Music Office.
Some Blast Music highlights from 2024:
- SPIN magazine article featured Blast in February
- Nine Blast artists were showcased in Hear To Be Seen, an art exhibition and performance at The Orion Amphitheater in September
- Blast artist and Huntsville Music Office board member Kim Tibbs reached No. 1 on the U.K. Soul Chart in October.
- Blast artists Kelly Abraham Joyner, Keyton, LUNA KOI and The Wanda Band were part of the Huntsville Music Office’s Music Ambassador Program, promoting Huntsville’s vibrant music scene while touring nationwide.
The next submission round for Blast Music opens in September 2025 as part of Huntsville Music Month. For details, email blast@hmcpl.org.
Start exploring the sounds of North Alabama today at blast.hmcpl.org.
