02/08/23
As you’ve definitely heard by now, Memphis’ rap and hip-hop culture has some pretty talented ladies leading the charge! Memphis horrorcore legend Gangsta Boo was one of the most iconic rappers in the rap community, and her influence is present in some of the current chart-topping hits. Here are several thrilling female voices in Memphis…
02/02/23
By Ezra Wheeler For the next several months, we at WAMM will be looking back on some of the songs that helped Memphis rap become the center of the hip-hop universe. Today we kick things off with Tela’s 1997 hit “Sho Nuff.” For several years, Memphis rapper Tela’s lone hit “Sho Nuff” appeared on Spotify…
01/23/23
While everyone knows by now (we hope) that Memphis is known for having a thriving new and current live music scene encompassing all genres, it is still true that Memphis is known worldwide for being the home of the blues. Beale Street has a major history that can backup that claim. From being the place…
01/22/23
By Zachary Corsa Think “Memphis music” and your associations are sure to feel as personal as they are eclectic. This city’s worn numerous sonic faces over the years – blues and early rock wellspring, soul capital of America, garage-punk hotspot, horrorcore hip-hop cornerstone – and the fact that all these diverse influences and elements coexist…
01/13/23
As the new year has begun and resolutions are settling in, there are a number of artists that are already working toward their goals for the new year. One of these artists is none other than local singer-songwriter B. Sims. The Memphis-born artist has already accomplished a number of impressive career landmarks, such as writing…
01/03/23
Gangsta Boo, the Queen of Memphis and a legendary figure in hip hop, left an enduring legacy that continues to resonate deeply within the music community. Born Lola Chantrelle Mitchell on August 7, 1979, in the Whitehaven neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee, she emerged as one of the most influential female rappers in Southern hip hop,…
01/02/23
By Jayne Ellen White “Let me get everybody up on they feet. We fin’ to go in the Memphis way!” Those were the the words in which Memphian GloRilla opened her American Music Awards performance in November of this year. The North Memphis crunk rapper took the AMA’s stage in Los Angeles, days after receiving…
12/11/22
It is officially that time! Time to trim the tree, stock up on all your favorite holiday foods and beverages, and get that holiday playlist going. There is nothing like engaging in holiday festivities and crafts with the right kind of music playing. Luckily for you, there are tons of great Memphis holiday songs to…
12/07/22
While there is certainly truth in the old adage about it being better to give than receive, that doesn’t mean that finding gifts doesn’t come with its own set of headaches. Finding the perfect gift for a loved one doesn’t need to be an added stressor during this already hectic time, though, especially if you…
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