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06/24/22

5 Questions with Kenneth Whalum

By Jayne Ellen White As a top session and touring saxophonist, Kenneth Whalum rose quickly in the music industry working with artists that are household names— but he has also carved a deep and unique niche as a modern solo artist. Whalum’s genre may be most related to alt-soul, but his secret to songwriting is…

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06/17/22

Celebrate Juneteenth in the 901 This Year!

By: Brianna Smith-Herman After years of talking about Juneteenth, last year, President Joe Biden signed a bill into law on June 17, 2021, recognizing Juneteenth as an official federal holiday after the House passed legislation that establishes June 19th as Juneteenth National Independence Day. Juneteenth celebrates the commemoration of the ending of slavery in the…

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06/09/22

How to Get Involved in Memphis for Pride Month

If you’re wanting to find ways to celebrate or give back this Pride Month here in Memphis, thankfully this city has plenty of opportunities to do so. Between all of the events this month alone and the many organizations that can use donations and volunteers, you’ll certainly find something to do this June! Here are…

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06/09/22

Meet Jozzy, Memphis’ Superstar Songwriter

By Kierstyn Pryor Musical artists, regardless of their individual talents, always have a team of equally talented creatives behind them. Whether it be for their live shows, videos, or even their songs, sometimes it takes a proverbial village to execute every idea to the fullest degree. With that being said, songwriters play a huge role…

Activities

05/31/22

5 Pet-Friendly Memphis Parks

By: Ariel Taranski   Spring in Memphis is great for enjoying the outdoors, seeing the sights, and getting some exercise. Want to know what can make it even greater? Bringing along your pet! Fido and Fluffy deserve some time in the sun, too. (Though let’s be real, who’s giving their pet these names anymore?) If…

Activities

05/31/22

5 Outdoor Concerts Not to Miss in June

By Jayne Ellen White Summer is upon us, and we Memphians are ready to rock— outside, with some great tunes, for as many warm months as the weather Gods will allow. Whether you prefer to hear gypsy jazz in a historic cemetery or celebrate Juneteenth at the historic Orange Mound Tower– we have the outdoor…

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05/31/22

Meet Memphis Screamo Band Ten Crowns

By Alex Peterson Local Memphian screamo act Ten Crowns are making a name for themselves nearly a year after forming in early 2021. The group is very prolific in the scene, playing at countless venues all over Memphis alongside other phenomenal local punk acts. The group recounts opening for touring metalcore act SeeYouSpaceCowboy at Growlers…

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