By Ezra Wheeler For nearly a decade, IMAKEMADBEATS and the Unapologetic collective that he founded have been at the cutting-edge of music, reimagining what it means to be part of the Memphis music scene. However, as he has helped lead his company to newfound heights of public recognition, including high-profile collaborations with the Memphis Grizzlies…
Story by Katie Kelly Photo by Jackson Hendrix “I am not you, bitch I am me,” is the resounding declaration made within the first 3 seconds of A Weirdo From Memphis’ single “Polo.” The statement and delivery is riveting, not just because of the boldness, but because you’re left with the unmistakable feeling that this…
In celebration of Juneteenth, We Are Memphis is focusing on sharing stories from our Black community. While the holiday commemorates freedom, for so many Black Memphians (and Black communities across the country), it’s about so much more! With the many stories and perspectives to share, we’ve sat down with the city’s favorite creatives, influencers, civic…
If there’s one thing we know about Memphis music, it’s that our community is collaborative and some of the most passionate fans are the scene’s most talented artists. In our #SquadGoals series, we ask an artist to choose a fellow Memphis music maker – someone they admire or even a collaborator – and write…
