02/23/26
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…
02/17/26
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…
02/11/26
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.…
02/03/26
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,…
01/20/26
Since its founding in 2010, London’s influential Boiler Room series has organized more than 8,000 performances in upwards of 200 cities across the world, garnering millions of views along the way. Although the series’ premise is fairly simple–one camera, one DJ, one room—it has quickly grown into one of the most influential platforms in contemporary…
12/29/25
From global superstars to underground favorites doing things their own way (as always), 2025 was another defining year for Memphis music. Yet again, the city’s artists, venues, and audiences reminded the world why Memphis remains one of the most vital—and stubbornly original—music cities anywhere. We think that these 25 albums, shows, and moments help to…
12/23/25
As the year comes to a close, the University of Memphis is marking 2025 as a year of measurable growth, national recognition, and continued investment in student success and community impact. Through partnerships with local and regional organizations, programs like DRIVE continue to connect education, workforce development, and long-term economic growth. Research Funding Surpasses $100…
12/12/25
There’s just something magical about holiday shopping in Memphis. Maybe it’s the festive pop-ups tucked into our favorite neighborhoods, or the way local makers pour their heart and soul into every piece they create. Maybe it’s the fact that supporting small businesses here means supporting the very people who make Memphis… Memphis. If you’re finishing…
12/11/25
Memphis has no shortage of holiday classics. From the warmth of classic Stax Christmas cuts to Elvis’ unmistakable seasonal staples, the city has been shaping the sound of December for generations. But for every well-worn favorite, there’s a whole other side of Memphis holiday music that doesn’t get nearly as much shine. For this special…
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