03/21/24
Story by Ezra Wheeler Photos by Shane Smith Lukah, the South Memphis rapper with a rapidly growing profile, seems to take the idiom “strike while the iron’s hot” as a personal mantra, releasing an astounding 5 full-length albums over the past three years. “I want to see a change in the way that hip-hop has…
03/19/24
Memphis’ vibrant arts scene thrives thanks to the dedication and creative spirit of countless individuals who bring their soul to all the do. Today, we’re shining a spotlight on a remarkable group: the women leading the charge at some of our city’s most esteemed arts and culture organizations. From fostering artistic expression to preserving cultural…
03/08/24
By Ezra Wheeler Acclaimed Memphis singer-songwriter Chris Milam is back with a new single, the title track from his forthcoming album Orchid South. In anticipation, we sat down with the artist to discuss “Orchid South,” his upcoming listening event at the Memphis Listening Lab, and the key to writing an enduring song. 1. For anyone…
03/06/24
Memphis. The 901. The Bluff City. Home of the blues and birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll. For Memphians, our city is more than what you call it. Soul doesn’t just describe music or food. It’s the essence of who we are–the vibrant energy that connects us all. A City with a Generous Heart Memphis is…
03/05/24
By Katie Kelly Life’s Luckii and I are sitting at a table in Crosstown one afternoon. In the middle of our conversation a man approaches us. “Excuse me, I’m sorry to interrupt, but are you a rapper?” he asks Luckii. She nods. “Do you go by Life’s Luckii?” he continues. She laughs and nods again.…
02/26/24
Memphis music is truly unstoppable. Each month welcomes more and more incredible new projects. Here are just 5 we’re highlighting for February that we’ve had on repeat: Talibah Safiya – Black Magic EP We’ve been anxiously awaiting Memphis songstress Talibah Safiya’s new EP and lucky for us, the wait is over. Black Magic is a…
02/22/24
Living in Memphis is like being in the heart of a masterpiece! Sure, we’re known for our blues and rock ‘n’ roll, but there’s so much more to our city’s soul and cultural scene. Memphis is a place where Black theater and performance arts thrive, just as vibrant and soulful as the music and performing…
02/22/24
This Black History Month, we want to highlight some of the incredible entrepreneurs around the city who are making waves and putting Memphis on the map. These Black business owners are creatives in many different fields that make the 901 proud. And you can support their businesses year-round, so let’s take a look at some…
02/16/24
Memphis is a city focused on community, and our many special services and programs are a testament to what we can do for each other. We’ve compiled a list of some of these services around town that can help with everything from educational needs to legal help. You can also donate or volunteer with these…
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