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…
11/30/25
Reflecting on Memphis’s musical legacy during the holiday season, it’s worth remembering that some of our city’s greatest gifts did not come from solo stars. Many of them emerged from families whose shared bloodlines and bonds amplified their music, influence, and cultural resonance. Across decades and genres, these clans shaped what we think of as…
10/16/25
By the time their breakneck tour of Europe was finally over, a sense of both exhaustion and accomplishment were felt by Tommy Wright III, La Chat, and DJ Spanish Fly. The Memphis rap legends had just wound through a series of clubs in Paris, London, Berlin, Manchester, Barcelona, and beyond, all of which were filled…
09/01/25
Memphis has never just been about the obvious legends. Sure, Elvis, Al Green, and B.B. King shaped the world, but the city is also full of unsung innovators — artists who pushed boundaries, broke rules, and influenced generations in ways that aren’t always commemorated with plaques. In honor of 901 Day, we’re celebrating 10 of…
07/26/25
Memphis is still buzzing in the afterglo (see what we did there?) of GloRilla’s sold‑out Glo Bash at the FedExForum, and it’s only fitting that the city’s own queen of trap takes center stage throughout the remainder of the weekend. With that in mind, we here at We Are Memphis voted on her top five…
05/29/25
Long before the hypnotic beats and menacing flows of Memphis rap found their way into mainstream playlists and global music festivals, they echoed through cassette tapes, car stereos, and corner stores across the South. Memphis rap was a fiercely regional force—raw, DIY, and often ignored by the broader industry. With little more than rudimentary software,…
04/18/25
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival 2025 was nothing short of spectacular, and Memphis was right at the heart of it! This year, the festival saw an incredible lineup of artists from Memphis, both legendary and rising stars, who brought their unique energy and unforgettable performances to the stage. GloRilla’s Electrifying Debut Making her…
07/26/24
For the past half century, hip-hop DJs and producers have been in a constant state of competition to find the perfect sample to help bring a track to life. Unsurprisingly, the music of Memphis–particularly ‘60s and ‘70s soul–has proven to be an especially fruitful source for the perfect snippet. Although we’d love to list the…
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