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Hip Hop

03/05/24

Armed with Infectious Optimism and an Eclectic Range, Life’s Luckii is Ready for the Limelight

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.…

Hip Hop

02/26/24

WAMM in Rotation: 5 New Songs for February ’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…

Arts

02/22/24

Celebrating Black Theater and Performance Arts in Memphis!

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…

Entrepreneurship

02/22/24

Black Entrepreneurs Making Waves in the Bluff City

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…

Community

02/16/24

A List of Special Services and Community Programs Around Memphis

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…

Arts

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…

Memphis

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…