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…
10/22/25
Let’s be real…While songs like Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” and Bobby Pickett’s “Monster Mash” are seasonal classics, it’s time to add some new tunes to your dusty Halloween playlist. Thankfully, Memphians have been cranking out some amazing spooky tunes for at least 100 years, which means your options are nearly endless. From Memphis Minnie to the…
09/29/25
Memphis music is truly unstoppable. Each month welcomes more and more incredible new projects. Here are just 5 we’re highlighting for August that we’ve had on repeat all month long: Qemist – “Make U Please U” Michael Ivy, aka Qemist, has long stood as one of Memphis’s premier voices in EDM and house music, consistently…
09/20/25
From large-scale festivals and star-studded arena shows to intimate album release shows, these are ten of the upcoming live music events that you don’t want to miss this fall… Memphis Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Dates & Venue: Thursday, September 25th at the Cannon Center Hailed as “Memphis Music’s Biggest Night of the Year,”…
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…
08/21/25
Memphis music is truly unstoppable. Each month welcomes more and more incredible new projects. Here are just 5 we’re highlighting for August that we’ve had on repeat all month long: Juicy J – “The Sri Lanka Jungle” Juicy J proves he’s still willing to take chances with his moody, introspective new jazz album Caught Up…
06/10/25
Memphis has always been a city that pulses with musical soul, and our many LGBTQIA+ artists are turning up the volume with unapologetic pride. From R&B and hip-hop to genre-bending indie pop, these ten Memphis musicians continue to push the city’s music scene into new and exciting directions. This is your quick guide to just…
05/17/25
Memphis music is truly unstoppable. Each month welcomes more and more incredible new projects. Here are just 5 we’re highlighting for May that we’ve had on repeat: RØA- “BORDERLINE“ For several years, Memphis singer-songwriter RØA has quietly been releasing some of the city’s best and most experimental alt-R&B and neo-soul songs. We’re proud to announce…
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