01/11/24
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…
11/07/23
Story by Katie Kelly Photos by Gabrielle Duffie Imagine you’re standing shirtless and blindfolded in the middle of a busy college campus. You’re surrounded by cans of paint and you ask those who pass by to stop and paint something, anything, on your actual body. No, this isn’t some drunken dare or Greek life hazing…
06/28/23
By Katie Kelly If you listen to just the first thirty seconds of Moneybagg Yo’s smash hit “Time Today” you notice something. From the booming production and twinkling synths to the smooth delivery of Bagg’s braggadocious verses, everything – and I mean every little thing – comes together perfectly. It’s the musical equivalence of a…
05/26/23
When a group like Unapologetic goes against the norm and actually has strong, powerful women helping to build, nurture, and grow their creative endeavors, those women deserve to be celebrated.
03/24/22
By Jayne Ellen White The music industry has traditionally lacked female creative minds. In fact, women represent percentages in the single digits in most sectors of the music industry, and seeing more examples of women thriving in the space in Memphis is a testament to our growing music culture and identity. Meet Memphian McKenzii Webster,…
08/27/21
Queen Titilé Keskessa didn’t originally identify as an author. Originally from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and now as a Memphian, Keskessa hasn’t just stepped into the profession–she’s made a splash! Her first book, Nubian Mermaid Adventures: Maka Makes New Friends is the first out of a series to come and isn’t just full of beautiful art…
02/04/21
By Brianna Smith-Herman The Memphians listed below all represent various industries from education to innovation to fashion to entrepreneurship, all people to keep an eye on in 2021. Zaire Love (@zy_year) is a multi-disciplinary artist, award-winning filmmaker, TEDx speaker, and entrepreneur from Memphis. Her work is an ode to being Black and southern in America.…
01/19/21
By Carlissa Shaw Engage the people at all levels. Empower and uplift the most marginalized and disenfranchised of voices. Equip our communities with the tools necessary for transformation. These are the imperatives of an effective leader for a city in the midst of a social, political, economic, and public health crisis. We need our leaders…
12/21/20
Let’s face it. 2020 has not been a walk in the park. But, here in Memphis, we know the grind never stops. Despite this year’s circumstances, Memphians across the city have harnessed their creative energy, put their soul into everything from business endeavors to creative projects, and used some of their worst moments to inspire…
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