04/21/25
The summer line-up for this year’s Orion Financial Free Concert Series at the Overton Park Shell is now live! If you’re like us, few things are better in the Memphis summer than sitting in a lawn chair with a cold beverage and enjoying uniformly great (and free!) live music. As always, this season’s line-up is…
04/17/25
Memphis music is truly unstoppable. Each month welcomes more and more incredible new projects. Here are just 5 we’re highlighting for April that we’ve had on repeat: PreauXX-“Lost Airpods” I seek therapy but never commit/I got trauma I could never forget/I got people who gon’ love me no matter/But watch the ones who gon’ hate…
03/27/25
From early 20th century icons such as Memphis Minnie to contemporary global superstars like Glorilla, women have always been essential to creating and defining the music of the Bluff City. In the year 2025, this remains as true as ever, with an unbelievable amount of female talent emerging from every conceivable corner of the musical…
03/13/25
In celebration of Women’s History Month, we knew that we wanted to take extra care to shine a light on our city’s many excellent female musicians, something that Women in Memphis Music has been doing regularly since early 2022. This seemed like a good time to catch-up with artist Miz Stefani, the creator and curator…
02/28/25
As the weather finally begins to heat up here in Memphis, so does the live music offerings! March is absolutely jam packed with great offerings from both touring national acts and locals alike, so we thought we’d help you navigate the coming deluge with 10 of our most anticipated upcoming live music events… 5 Fridays…
02/21/25
For over a century, Black musicians have been the backbone of Memphis’ world-renown music scene, making lasting contributions to the genres of blues, rock ‘n’ roll, soul, gospel, hip-hop, and everything in between. While these songs cover the gamut of human emotion, there are a treasure trove that speak directly to the Black experience in…
01/23/25
History and Origins Memphis soul music emerged in the 1960s and 1970s as a transformative genre blending rhythm and blues, gospel, and funk. Rooted in the city’s African American community, this distinctive style reflected the struggles and triumphs of the era. Anchored by labels like Stax Records, founded by Jim Stewart and Estelle Axton, Memphis…
01/16/25
Following the celebrated release of her transformative debut solo album, To Bend to the Will of a Dream That’s Being Fulfilled, Louisiana swamp soul artist Marcella Simien is set to unveil an extended edition on January 24. To celebrate the release, Marcella will perform at Crosstown Theater on January 25 in an exclusive co-bill show…
11/22/24
By Ezra Wheeler Memphis music is truly unstoppable, constantly evolving and shaping the soundscape with its rich history and innovative artists. Every month brings fresh talent and exciting new releases, making it clear that the city’s musical legacy is as strong as ever. November has been no exception, with an impressive lineup of projects that…
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