HOT OFF THE PRESS
The August issue of Underground Sound has landed!
Always groovy. Always free.
2000+ copies delivered monthly to over 200 South Sound spots.
Pick one up at your favorite haunt, including Hob Nob, Mary Mart, House of Records, Free The Funk, The Method, Hippie House, Magoos, 1111, South Sound Scooters, Black Cat Barber, The Brotherhood Lounge & more.
This year, Tacoma Loyal and Underground Sound proudly collaborated with Art on the Ave and the Sixth Avenue Business District to select our August cover artist.
We asked artists to submit a piece that visually expressed the energy, creativity and community spirit of the Ave, in either a literal or abstract interpretation.
From an inspiring collection of submissions, we selected one piece to become the cover of the August 2026 issue of Underground Sound.
We are honored to introduce our 2026 Cover Artist, Ashley Laufer, along with our Featured Artists, Sherrie “Voxx” Johnson and Kcie Monk, whose artwork beautifully captures the imagination, diversity, and creative spirit that make this community so special.
The collaboration extends beyond the pages of the zine. Each artist’s work has been transformed into a collection of wearable art, with select designs now available as t-shirts and tank tops through Market Loyal.
SAVE THE DATE!
6th Ave…we’re coming for ya!
It’s always party time with Underground Sound!
Each month we call together our creative community to connect, conspire and collaborate.
When: Thursday August 13th, 6:30pm
Where: Holy Moly Bar
3013 6th Ave Tacoma
THAT’S THE TICKET!
There’s a curious little ticket being passed around the 253.
Scan the QR code and you’ll unlock an invitation to join a growing community designed to keep our cash local and our creative economy thriving.
Members enjoy a variety of exclusive monthly perks from artists, businesses and creatives across Tacoma and the South Sound.
Supporting local while saving money?
Double win!
And while members pay less than a Netflix subscription, it’s free for businesses to join and benefit from community exposure.
Now, that’s the ticket!