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…
08/04/25
Ten years ago, in the humble home studio affectionately known as Dirty Socks, a spark caught fire that would upend the sound of Memphis hip-hop. Spearheaded by enigmatic producer IMAKEMADBEATS, the Unapologetic collective formed not just as a label, but as a defiant creative movement — a safehouse for artists who didn’t quite fit the…
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…
07/23/25
Memphis has long been a city steeped in rich culture, soulful music, and undeniable history. It’s the birthplace of blues and a beacon of resilience. But for many Memphians, as well as observers from the outside, the focus often lands squarely on one glaring issue: Memphis’ crime rate.. Yes, Memphis faces challenges. Yet the city’s…
07/20/25
Memphis music is truly unstoppable. Each month welcomes more and more incredible new projects. Here are just 5 we’re highlighting for July that we’ve had on repeat all month long: Lukah ft. Killer Mike- “South Still Speaking” Lukah has yet to drop an album that doesn’t leave a lasting impression, but with Statik Selektah behind…
06/22/25
Memphis music is truly unstoppable. Each month welcomes more and more incredible new projects. Here are just 5 that we’re highlighting for June of ’25 that we’ve had on repeat: Valerie June- “Joy Joy” Memphis singer Valerie June’s new single “Joy, Joy!”—a vibrant, soul-infused burst of fun—opens her sixth studio album Owls, Omens and Oracles on a much-needed…
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…
05/29/25
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,…
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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