Soul. We all know that Memphis is the birthplace of soul music, but this idea is much bigger than that. It’s about generosity and kindness, activism and spirit, creativity and curiosity. It’s about changemakers and innovators, big ideas and big hearts. In this series, we ask Memphians to define what soul means to them. And yes – you might’ve seen some of these faces and ideas on billboards around the city! Keep scrolling, keep reading, and when you’re done head over to social media and let us know what soul means to you.

 

Soul Is: Jaqueline Fugatt

At We Are Memphis, we’re all inspiring others to bring and share their souls with the city. Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to start a new local business, a musician who’s ready to rock out with some of the best artists in the world, or a creative with an eye for capturing your unique […]

 

Soul Is: JHues Photography

At We Are Memphis, we’re all inspiring others to bring and share their souls with the city. Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to start a new local business, a musician who’s ready to rock out with some of the best artists in the world, or a creative with an eye for capturing your unique […]

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Soul Is: Phillip Van Zandt

At We Are Memphis, we’re all inspiring others to bring and share their souls with the city. Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to start a new local business, a musician who’s ready to rock out with some of the best artists in the world, or a creative with an eye for capturing your unique […]

 

Soul Is: Kunjal Pathak

At We Are Memphis, we’re all inspiring others to bring and share their souls with the city. Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to start a new local business, a musician who’s ready to rock out with some of the best artists in the world, or a creative with an eye for capturing your unique […]

 

Soul Is: Ashley Benham Photography

At We Are Memphis, we’re all inspiring others to bring and share their souls with the city. Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to start a new local business, a musician who’s ready to rock out with some of the best artists in the world, or a creative with an eye for capturing your unique […]

 

Soul Is: Maddison Wilson Photography

At We Are Memphis, we’re all inspiring others to bring and share their souls with the city. Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to start a new local business, a musician who’s ready to rock out with some of the best artists in the world, or a creative with an eye for capturing your unique […]

 

Soul is with Jeremie Serrano

You might’ve noticed our new billboards popping up around the city. They feature real Memphians who are bringing their souls to what they love every day. Jeremie Serrano speaks on what soul means to him: “Soul, it’s a beautiful word if you think about it, and too many it can mean a […]

 

Soul is with Kela Jones

You may have noticed some soulful billboards around town featuring the Memphians we know and love. One such Memphian is Kela Jones, CodeCrew’s Director of Development. When asked about what soul means to her, Kela says, “For me, soul is that intangible “thing” that is left behind. […]

 

Soul is with Shavéh

Our billboards are all across the city, shining a spotlight on Memphians who inspire our souls every day. Among these folks is Shavéh, a courageous Memphian bringing her soul to what she’s passionate about. When asked what “soul is courage” means to her, she says, “Soul is courage to me means […]

 

Soul is with Tyler Berreta

Have you spotted our new billboards? They feature real Memphians who are bringing their souls to what they love every day. Among these Memphians is Tyler Berreta, as seen on the “Soul is Heart” billboard. “With “Soul is Heart”, I find it to be so fitting for me personally. I’ve always been one […]

 

Soul is with MonoNeon

By now, you’ve probably seen our billboards. They feature real Memphians who bring their souls to what they’re passionate about every day. One such Memphian is MonoNeon, an American bassist and experimental musician based right here in Memphis, Tennessee. His unique style and approach to music […]

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