07/23/25
Memphis has long been a city steeped in rich culture, soulful music, and undeniable history. It’s the birthplace of blues and a beacon of resilience. But for many Memphians, as well as observers from the outside, the focus often lands squarely on one glaring issue: Memphis’ crime rate.. Yes, Memphis faces challenges. Yet the city’s…
07/20/25
Memphis music is truly unstoppable. Each month welcomes more and more incredible new projects. Here are just 5 we’re highlighting for July that we’ve had on repeat all month long: Lukah ft. Killer Mike- “South Still Speaking” Lukah has yet to drop an album that doesn’t leave a lasting impression, but with Statik Selektah behind…
07/14/25
At We Are Memphis, we love sharing stories that reflect the city’s soul—and sometimes that means seeing Memphis through fresh eyes. Noah Eckel, a fourth-year optometry student at Southern College of Optometry, didn’t plan to end up in Memphis. But what started as a move for school quickly became a personal journey of discovery, connection,…
07/02/25
When Christopher Bailey was elected the 76th Student Government Association (SGA) president for the 2025–26 academic year, he made history—not just for himself, but for the University of Memphis. Nearly 30 years earlier, his father, Andrew “Drew” Bailey, served as UofM’s 49th SGA president. Together, they’re the first father-son duo to ever lead the student…
07/02/25
As any Memphian knows, finding indoor activities during the summer heat is a must, and there’s one pastime that is always good fun. There’s no shortage of options for bowling in the 901, including a sea-inspired alley in the Bass Pro Pyramid that’s sure to help cool you and your family off. Let’s dive into…
06/26/25
As we celebrate Black Music Month, there’s no better time to highlight the young, Black creatives shaping the future of the music industry—starting right here in Memphis. One standout is Khaylah Jones, a rising junior at the University of Memphis and 2023 graduate of Soulsville Charter School, who’s turning her passion for music into a…
06/25/25
Innovation isn’t just a buzzword in Memphis—it’s a way of life. From startups to social ventures, our city thrives when bold thinkers turn their ideas into action. And at the heart of that movement is a program that’s equipping the next generation to do just that. Hosted each year by the University of Memphis’ Crews…
06/25/25
June is Black Music Month (also known as African American Music Appreciation Month), and many Memphians take this time to celebrate the rhythms and resistance embedded into our local musical traditions. Since it’s also the month of Juneteenth, it’s important to learn a bit more about how deeply Black music and the struggle for civil…
06/22/25
Memphis music is truly unstoppable. Each month welcomes more and more incredible new projects. Here are just 5 that we’re highlighting for June of ’25 that we’ve had on repeat: Valerie June- “Joy Joy” Memphis singer Valerie June’s new single “Joy, Joy!”—a vibrant, soul-infused burst of fun—opens her sixth studio album Owls, Omens and Oracles on a much-needed…
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