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12/18/24

WAMM in Rotation: Holiday Spectacular!

Happy holidays, ya’ll, and welcome to the final WAMM in Rotation of the year. We’ve been really feeling the spirit of giving over here, so we’re bringing you double our normal offering this month with 10 excellent Memphis holiday songs. From newly released tracks to tried-and-true favorites, here are some local songs that are sure…

Activities

11/11/24

With His Upcoming “Masters of the Universe” Event, IMAKEMADBEATS Invites You to a Journey into the Cosmos

By Ezra Wheeler For nearly a decade, IMAKEMADBEATS and the Unapologetic collective that he founded have been at the cutting-edge of music, reimagining what it means to be part of the Memphis music scene. However, as he has helped lead his company to newfound heights of public recognition, including high-profile collaborations with the Memphis Grizzlies…

Hip Hop

10/18/24

WAMM in Rotation: 5 Songs for October ’24

By Ezra Wheeler Memphis music is truly unstoppable, constantly evolving and shaping the soundscape with its rich history and innovative artists. Every month brings fresh talent and exciting new releases, making it clear that the city’s musical legacy is as strong as ever. October has been no exception, with an impressive lineup of projects that…

Memphis

10/14/24

WAMM’s Halloween Playlist 2024

Halloween is just around the corner, which means it’s time to drop our annual Memphis Halloween Playlist. From newly released tracks to timeless classics, here are some of our favorite local tunes to get you into the spooky season spirit!

03/27/26

Juiced What You Needed Brings Fresh Energy to Downtown Memphis

In the heart of South Main, Juiced What You Needed is serving more than fresh juices and health-focused meals. It’s serving intention, community, and a story rooted in Memphis through and through. For co-owner Ti-Pei Fing, the journey starts right here in the city. Raised in Parkway Village and a graduate of Sheffield High School,…

Meet

02/26/26

Black Legacy Lives Here: Dr. Logan H. Westbrooks

Memphis has long been a city that shapes culture, music, and community, and few have left a mark quite like Dr. Logan H. Westbrooks. Born and raised here, Dr. Westbrooks has spent more than five decades breaking barriers in the music industry, shaping the careers of Black artists, and opening doors for generations of African…

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02/25/26

Black Legacy Lives Here: Brent Hooks Is Building Memphis’ Future

Black excellence in Memphis has never been accidental. It’s been engineered through vision, discipline, and a commitment to community.  For Brent Hooks, that legacy is both inherited and actively built.  The native Memphian and regional vice president at Cornerstone Engineering recently became the first professional from Memphis and Tennessee to earn dual recognition on two of the nation’s most…

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02/23/26

A Tour of Possibilities: Reframing Memphis Black History

When Carolyn Michael Banks talks about Memphis, she doesn’t begin with the usual headlines. Yes, this is the city of barbecue and blues. Yes, it’s where Dr. King was assassinated. But to Carolyn — founder and social curator of A Tour of Possibilities — Memphis is a majority-Black city layered with history that’s often hidden…

Culture
University of Memphis Pillars

02/17/26

Black Legacy Lives Here: The University of Memphis

At The University of Memphis, Black history is not a sidebar to the story — it is central to it. From the students who first integrated the University to the civil rights leaders and student organizations shaping campus today, generations of courage and commitment have defined what this institution stands for. The Memphis State Eight…

Activities

02/11/26

5 Live Music Events to Celebrate Valentine’s Day ’26

LOVERS’ NIGHT W/ DJ NICO & QEMIST Friday, February 13 at the Green Room at Crosstown Arts For the second year in a row, two of Memphis’ most celebrated DJs are kicking the holiday weekend off right with Lovers’ Night, a love-filled dance party featuring an eclectic mix of R&B, soul, house, techno, and more.…

Memphian Stories

02/03/26

Black Legacy Lives Here: Finding Power in Poetry at St. Jude

At nine years old, Sabrina learned that words could save her. She was in fourth grade when her teacher assigned the class to memorize a poem. Sabrina chose Langston Hughes’ “Mother to Son,” a reflection on perseverance — a reminder that life “ain’t been no crystal stair,” but you keep climbing anyway. At that moment,…

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Memphis Homecoming Week - 10/18 - 10/26

Memphis Homecoming Kickoff
Oct 18 @ 1PM

Celebrate the start of Memphis Homecoming Week at Handy Park on Beale Street! Enjoy live performances, school pride, and a citywide party you won't forget.

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