03/28/23
It’s been a notably brutal winter in the Midsouth, but the time to despair has passed! Spring is upon us, leafy green is quickly replacing chilly gray, and an abundant season of stellar musical performances is in the offing for every Memphian to rejoice in. Here’s ten of our picks for the best of the…
03/20/23
Beale Street Music Festival 2023 is right around the corner and several prominent artists are ready to take the stage. As the festival approaches, we are still learning about some of the great talents on the lineup. Artists both big and small from far and wide are coming together to create unforgettable memories on our…
03/03/23
The corner of College Street and Mclemore Avenue in South Memphis is home to the only museum in the world dedicated to preserving the legacy of Stax Records and American Soul Music. Above the entrance of the building is a memorable marquee that reads SOULSVILLE USA. In 1960, on the same corner, stood an old…
03/02/23
Since it’s Women’s History Month, there are so many innovative content creators currently making waves in the 901. We wanted to highlight a few of our favorites and what they’re doing to help the community in their own unique ways. Here are some women you should be following on social media: TriDereka – Plant-Based Mom…
03/01/23
Many notable women have called Memphis their home, and it’s because of these trailblazers that the way has been paved for more to make history. The city is full of soul, and our Soul series aims to shine a light on all the ways that the 901 is made better by the people in it.…
02/08/23
As you’ve definitely heard by now, Memphis’ rap and hip-hop culture has some pretty talented ladies leading the charge! Memphis horrorcore legend Gangsta Boo was one of the most iconic rappers in the rap community, and her influence is present in some of the current chart-topping hits. Here are several thrilling female voices in Memphis…
02/02/23
By Ezra Wheeler For the next several months, we at WAMM will be looking back on some of the songs that helped Memphis rap become the center of the hip-hop universe. Today we kick things off with Tela’s 1997 hit “Sho Nuff.” For several years, Memphis rapper Tela’s lone hit “Sho Nuff” appeared on Spotify…
01/23/23
While everyone knows by now (we hope) that Memphis is known for having a thriving new and current live music scene encompassing all genres, it is still true that Memphis is known worldwide for being the home of the blues. Beale Street has a major history that can backup that claim. From being the place…
01/22/23
By Zachary Corsa Think “Memphis music” and your associations are sure to feel as personal as they are eclectic. This city’s worn numerous sonic faces over the years – blues and early rock wellspring, soul capital of America, garage-punk hotspot, horrorcore hip-hop cornerstone – and the fact that all these diverse influences and elements coexist…
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