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02/15/24

5 Memphis Artists to Check Out for International Month of Black Women in the Arts

February is Black History Month, but it’s also International Month of Black Women in the Arts. There’s so much talent in Memphis, including some incredible artists from visual art to music. Let’s take a look at some amazing women in the arts you need to check out this month. Talibah Safiya – Singer/Songwriter Talibah…

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02/15/24

5 Black-Owned Businesses in Memphis to Check Out This February

For Black History Month, we wanted to highlight some of our favorite Black-owned businesses around town that you can support all year round. Memphis is known for its delicious food and unique goods. And when you check out these spots this month, you can support a local business while buying just what you need for…

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02/10/24

Spend Your Galentine’s Day At These Women-Owned Businesses in Memphis

Even though Galentine’s Day is on a Tuesday this year, we’ve got the perfect itinerary for your celebration around the 901. These Black and women-owned businesses are a great way to support local while treating yourself and your besties. Here’s your whole day planned out for you, so all you have to worry about is…

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02/05/24

10 Memphis Love Songs for Your Valentine’s Playlist

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we thought we’d provide you with a playlist of some of the city’s greatest love songs from both the past and present of Memphis music. Enjoy❤️❤️❤️ Big Star-“Thirteen” 1970’s power pop icons Big Star have their fair share of songs about both love and heartbreak, but none of…

Hip Hop

01/30/24

WAMM in Rotation: 5 New Songs for January ’24

Memphis music is truly unstoppable, and each month welcomes more and more incredible new projects. Here are just 5 standout projects that we’ve had on repeat all month long… MonoNeon – “Church of Your Heart” Bassist extraordinaire (and all around badass musician) MonoNeon is set to release a new album this year, and to give…

Hip Hop

01/25/24

“I Felt It Was Time For Me To Say Something”: Lawrence Matthews on His Return To the Stage, His New Music, and the End of Don Lifted

Story by Katie Kelly Cover photo by Ahmad George In September 2022, Lawrence Matthews performed his last public show as his musical alter-ego, Don Lifted. It wasn’t a small show, either (a headlining event at the iconic Overton Park Shell) and it didn’t come during some lull in his career. In fact, at this time…

Arts

01/22/24

Art for All on the Road! Your Guide to the MATA Arts & Culture Bus Route Map

Ready to explore Memphis’ arts and culture community? MATA has got you covered with their MATA Arts & Culture Bus Route Map! Created in collaboration with the Shelby County Government, this map serves as a guide to exploring visual and performing arts plus cultural organizations in Memphis and Shelby County—all conveniently accessible via MATA buses…

Culture

01/11/24

Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy This MLK Day Weekend

As Martin Luther King Jr. Day approaches, Memphis and beyond reflect on Dr. King’s legacy and contributions to both our city and society as a whole. Our city is a key part of the Civil Rights Movement, with many museums, galleries, and more telling Dr. King’s story plus that of the many Memphians who were…

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01/11/24

My City, My Soul – Meka Egwuekwe

In our city, “soul” isn’t just a word. It’s a feeling, it’s a movement, it’s a vibe. As Memphians, we wear soul with pride. Our city isn’t just the birthplace of musical icons or the city where food, music, and culture come to life. Our city’s soul is described by generosity that knows no bounds and the…