04/07/26
In Memphis, music is more than sound—it’s a story rooted in place, people, and experience. Memphis Rap Tours brings that story to life through a guided bus experience that takes you through the neighborhoods, streets, and landmarks that shaped the city’s global influence on hip-hop. It’s not a traditional tour—it’s a moving mixtape, where every…
04/02/26
In a city known for shaping the sound of the world, music isn’t just something you hear in Memphis, it’s something you feel, something you live. At The Studio Karaoke, that feeling is turned into an experience. Founded by Memphis native Deidre Ellis, The Studio Karaoke was created with one goal in mind: to bring…
03/26/26
Tucked along the Mississippi River behind the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law is a powerful tribute to the women who helped shape the course of American history. The Equality Trailblazers: Memphis Suffrage Monument honors Shelby County leaders who played a role in the nonviolent fight for women’s right to vote. This…
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.…
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…
12/12/25
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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