Cody Jinks has never been one to shy away from speaking his mind, and his famous anti-music industry rant at Red Rocks a few years ago still resonates. During his sold-out show, Jinks took a swipe at the Big Music scene, declaring:
“Guys like us that said ‘f--- you’ to the music industry don’t play places like this… but we’re sincerely grateful for you all.”
This wasn’t just a one-off moment. Jinks had previously torn into the industry during a concert in Peoria, Illinois, railing against the corruption and corporate control of mainstream music. He boldly proclaimed:
“We said, ‘F--- Nashville, we’ll start our own goddamn club.’”
True to his word, Jinks built his career outside of the traditional industry machine, staying independent and achieving incredible success on his own terms. He’s become a figurehead for the DIY music movement, showing that you don’t need to bow to the system to make it big.
Reflecting on his success, Jinks explained that his refusal to conform wasn’t just rebellious—it was about staying true to himself, his family, and his crew. He’s inspired other artists to follow his lead and reject the stifling norms of the industry.
Jinks’ rant wasn’t just a personal victory, but an indictment of the larger problems with the music industry today—particularly how the corporate music machine stifles creativity and punishes those who don't fall in line. His success story is proof that staying independent and rejecting the "woke" narratives dominating the industry can lead to bigger and better things.
In a world where many musicians are forced to conform to industry standards or risk being blacklisted, Jinks is a breath of fresh air. He built his own platform, and in doing so, he’s shown that real, independent talent can thrive without selling out to corporate control. Cody Jinks’ career is a testament to sticking it to the industry—and winning.
