04/03/23
Memphis is a musicians’ city—the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll, soul, and a cornerstone of the blues. While music is now instantly accessible, the soulful act of owning physical media is thriving. Record stores in Memphis are crucial hubs, connecting musicians to their fans and providing a physical space where music fans can gather, exchange…
03/29/23
Despite being known more for blues, soul, and rock n roll, Memphis has always fostered a strong community of jazz musicians and aficionados and produced some all-time greats of the genre such as Charles Lloyd, George Coleman, and Phineas Newborn Jr. While it’s inarguable that Memphis is lacking in proper jazz clubs, there are still…
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…
03/08/23
Although Memphis has undoubtedly earned its title as “The Home of the Blues,” the fact remains that the city’s defining genre isn’t quite as prevalent as it once was. That said, there are still plenty of great options around town to catch some live blues music that will appeal to both locals and tourists alike.…
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…
02/16/23
“It’s Big Dude, big underrated!” Despite the mantra, Big Boogie is far from underrated. Born John Lotts and raised in Memphis after an early childhood in Louisiana, the big dude rapper has stepped into a wider spotlight with Definition of a Big Dude—a project that proves his versatility while keeping his signature energy front and…
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…
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