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The beauty of the Delta Fair & Music Festival is that it is designed for everyone, from all walks of life, and for all ages. There truly is something for everyone here. The exact schedule is still being finalized, so stay tuned for performers and other activities, but if you’ve been to the Delta Fair & Music Fest before, you know just how incredible it can be.
During the festival, which runs from August 30 until September 8, you can take in live music, livestock shows, craft demos, special events, and a number of scheduled daily attractions. Make sure to check back with the Delta Fest website on a regular basis to stay on top of the announced events. You can also head over to the festival’s Facebook page for more information. This way, you’ll know the best days to go.
Theme Days
Each day has a special theme where the daily activities and events will support many of these themes. Some of the theme days for this coming year include Latino Day, Homeschool, FFA & 4-H Day, Delta Fair Bike Night, Senior American Day, Hardee’s Day, $2 Dollar Thursday, College Night, Salute Our Military Day, Midsouth Jeep Day, and $10 Tuesday.
Interested in learning more about the individual theme days? Check out the specific day pages on the Delta Fair website for more information.
Compete
Maybe you don’t want to just attend the festival. Perhaps you want to get in and compete. Well, there are plenty of competitions that will be taking place. Some of the established competitions include the livestock competition, Star of the Fair, competitions for culinary, collectibles and crafts, dancing stars competition, senior day contests, photography contests, student art contests, a Delta Dash 5/10K and so much more.
If you’re interested in competing make sure to head over to the Delta Fair website and click on the specific competition you’re interested in. You’ll find out how to qualify ahead of time.
Buy Your Tickets Today
Now is the perfect time to purchase your tickets for the Delta Fair & Music Festival. Gate admission is $10 for adults 13 and over, $5 for children 5 to 12 and for seniors, while children 4 and under are free. You can also purchase tickets for rides and bulk tickets by visiting a local Kroger. So stop by your nearest Kroger for more information on Family Fun Ticket Packs
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While February is African American heritage month around the country, Africa in April is unique to Memphis as the city looks to shine a light on the important influence African Americans have played in the overall cultural history of Memphis. You will find celebrations of African history, art and culture taking place throughout the city, with many vendors offering special products. There is also a Blues music showcase during the month.
Memphis in May
Throughout the entire month of May, there is an entire series dedicated to showing off the incredible heritage of the city. During the month, some of the most important cultural events take place including the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest, Great American River Run, International Week and, of course, the Beale Street Music Festival.
Memphis Italian Festival
Whether you’re Italian or simply craving Italian food, the Memphis Italian Festival takes place every year sometime during late May or early June (this also depends on the Memphis in May celebration, as the Memphis Italian Festival will adjust accordingly, typically taking place the weekend after the Memphis in May celebration has finished). The Memphis Italian Festival occurs at Marquette Park and brings in Italian cooking competitions, musical activities, and local artists. There is also a 5K run, pizza tossing demonstrations, Galtelli Cup Recreational Bocce Tournament, and so much more going on with this festival.
Music
Outside of major festivals and events, music is as much a part of the city as anything else. Some of the biggest names in gospel, blues, rock and roll, country and others stem from Memphis. While you may already know Elvis and B.B. King are important musicians from Memphis, performers such as Johnny Cash, Aretha Franklin, Roy Orbison, Isaac Hayes, and others all either were born in Memphis or spent a part of their career in the city. Beale Street and Stax Records are two important destinations for anyone looking to discover Memphis music.
Get Out and Experience Memphis Culture
These are just a few examples of Memphis culture. From art around the city to culturally significant events, it doesn’t matter if you’ve called Memphis home your entire life or if you are a recent transplant, now is the perfect time to get out and take in the incredible Memphis culture available to you.
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As the band’s website proclaims, the Lucky 7 Brass Band is made up of some of the “baddest of the bad musicians in Memphis.” It is a group that plays everything from soul to rap and everything else in between. The band is made up of seven talented musicians. This includes Randy Ballard on the trumpet as well as Jawaun Crawford on the trumpet. Both Nathan Duvall and Victor Sawyer play the trombone, and Jim Spake plays the alto sax. Neal Bowen brings the beat as he plays the bass, and Ryan Peel brings it all together on drums.
More About the Event
When heading out to the Lucky 7 Brass Band show, gates will open at 6 p.m. It’s best to show up early in order to get the best seat. It is a family-friendly event, and you can bring picnic baskets, lawn chairs, blankets and coolers. The show does begin at 7 p.m., so the earlier you arrive, the more time you’ll have to set up.
You can park downtown and then ride a bicycle down to the river. You can also rent a bike or scooter if you’d like. If you have gear, you can also walk down without a problem. Plus, there is Americans with Disabilities Act-accessible parking available right on Mud Island.
Upcoming Acts
There is a performance every Friday night beginning on June 21 and ending with the Lucky 7 Brass Band on August 9. While you owe it to yourself to take in the final act of the summer, there are plenty of other acts to enjoy.
On June 21, Nick Black takes center stage for “Soulin’ on the River.” Then, on July 12 (there is a weekend off to celebrate the Fourth of July) Black Cream will perform. There is another weekend off before Katrina Anderson plays on July 26, and then the Lucky 7 Brass Band will perform on August 9 to close out the event.
“Soulin’ on the River” is an extended concert series taking place at The Grove on Mud Island River Park. Kicking off on June 21 and ending on August 9, it is a great opportunity to get out of the house and take in some of the best Memphis sounds. So whether you check out Tonya Dyson or the Lucky 7 Brass Band, make sure to schedule plans to head out to the park by 6 p.m. That way, you will have the best seats for some world-class performances.
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]]>On any given day, however, you will see a Chevy Impala or Chrysler 300 – with subwoofers the size of the Exlines Pizza sign – blasting the hits of any one of Memphis’ rap superstars with the bass on max.
Hip-Hop, trap and gangster rap were birth as an underground music culture in the late 1980s and early 1990s when our parents were “gangster walking” in Club No Name or Crystal Palace. Legends such as DJ Spanish Fly and Kingpin Skinny Pimp laid the foundation for generations of southern rappers in Memphis and across the southern region, and the genre has since evolved.
From high school proms to Sunday brunches, here are the top 10 Memphis rap songs Memphis millennials hold near and dear to our hearts.
10. E.P. – Paperchase (Doin This), 2009
Find a high school or college party in Memphis that did not have wall-to-wall youth pumping their arms in bicep curl fashion while hopping back and forth on one leg. At the tender age of 17, Emanuel Patterson (now 27) shook dj’s and local radio stations with an unexpected release of his debut single with a dance to complement. The “paperchase” is for the aspiring hustler or the teen working at Best Buy after school to have enough money to buy cd’s and Mrs. Winner’s during school. “Watch me do that paperchase” speaks to the adage “Watch me prove you wrong” and I’ll see you in the club with a clean pair of Jordans. Chase on, brother!
9. Blocboy JB ft. Drake – Look Alive, 2018
Native Memphian, Blockboy JB, has nationalized the “shoot” dance, kicking one leg out while jumping on the other. After the dance and his namesake debut single went viral, he got a call from Drake who also has Memphis ties (his dad and family live here). Aubrey Graham (or Jimmy from Degrassi) came to Memphis for a few days to parlay on his old stomping grounds with Blockboy JB and another native Memphian, producer Tay Keith, to bring the streets “Look Alive.” A dedication to the grimy and dark corners of the city, “Look Alive” is a call for the hood to stay alert, stay woke and stay Memphis.
8. Rock Dillion, Da Volunteers ft. MJG – Favorite Color, 2006
The truth is Orange Mound is a cult. Ok, maybe cult is too harsh, but “Favorite Color” is for Orange Mound and Orange Mound only. Listen, if your pedigree doesn’t begin on the southernmost part of Park Avenue, you should just find a bar and sit down on this one. Historically, Orange Mound is one of the first African American communities in the country founded by African Americans. After a tumultuous era facing the drug and crime epidemic in the 70s and 80s, the community and its leaders remained steadfast in keeping Orange Mound bound by the values of community, closeness and self-preservation. Rap stars 8Ball & MJG, native Moundians, gave a platform to Rock Dillion and Da Volunteers and produced this clarion call for the area. This may be the only time UT gets this amount of love from Memphis. “Two fingers round, three fingers down” is the official orange mound hand sign (each community has one, ask your nearest local).
7. 8Ball & MJG – Pimp Hard, 2000
Let’s stay in The Mound. “Pimp Hard” was released in November 2000 on the group’s “Space Age 4 Eva” album. One of the few early Memphis groups to gain recognition outside the city, 8Ball & MJG glorified “Baller” culture. A nice car; few romantic options; a pocket full of cash, the definition of “Pimp Hard.” You can indeed find love in the Bluff City, or you can…uhhh, keep your options open.
6. Young Dolph – Get Paid, 2016
First and foremost, LeBron James listens to Young Dolph so you should, too. Adolph Thornton, Jr’s (34) encourages every young man to secure your financial future. Memphis prides itself on the grit and grind, the hustle and hoops. Young Dolph’s “Get Paid” spread across coasts quickly, motivating folks to increase their profits and their wallets.
5. Three 6 Mafia – Hard Out Here for a Pimp/Whoop That Trick, 2005
We know. We’re cheating a bit, but you can’t talk about Memphis without addressing two things: Three 6 Mafia and Hustle&Flow
Hard Out Here for A Pimp, another ode to the hustle culture, should come on your car radio as soon as your bluetooth connects, while Whoop That Trick is for your Saturday morning clean-up. Both featured in the Academy Award nominated Memphis film, Hustle & Flow, a story of hustle, pimping and rap dreams. Some still don’t care for the movie because the accents were all wrong, but we don’t hesitate to bob our heads when we hear either hit.
4. Gangsta Blac – S.O.U.T.H Parkway, 1999
Could there possibly be a more Memphis song than Whoop That Trick? Actually yes. There’s nothing more Memphis than representing your neighborhood and native communities. In 1999, Gangsta Blac dropped 74 Minutes of Bump with the hit “S.O.U.T.H Parkway,” paying homage to another historic residential community. It’s common to hear this song and recline your driver’s seat, roll down your windows and drive a few miles above the speed limit down I-240 in a Honda Accord coupe.
It’s a sacred homage to a community that refuses to cripple to any intimidation of poverty, crime or even gentrification. It’s still thriving and healthy with community efforts led by some of the very residents occupying.
3. Project Pat ft. Three 6 Mafia and La Chat- Chickenhead, 2001
Where to start?
First, you need a best friend who can sing this with you to fully enjoy this song.
Chickenhead may be the greatest Southern rap song of all time. Its melody and production style has been sampled and mimicked between trap artists, East Coast hustlers and West Coast bangers. Chickenhead is dedicated to the person who just wants to be left alone! It was “Gold Digger” before Kanye and Jamie Foxx penned a verse. Cardi B sampled it on her song “Bickenhead” on her Invasion of Privacy album.
Project Pat’s Mista Don’t Play album deserves a space in the Smithsonian. Only a few classics should receive such an honor.
Frank Sinatra’s “Fly Me to the Moon”
Whitney Houston’s “I Have Nothing”
Project Pat’s “Chickenhead”
2. Playa Fly – Nobody, 1998
Did you just break up with your significant other?
About to quit your job? Got fired?
Are your parents riding you again about your college and career choices?
Have your friends posted pictures of them out drinking but they didn’t call you?
There has never been a song to move entire crowds to tears than Playa Fly’s “Nobody.”
This song is for those who realized they can do bad by themselves and need a safe way to not overreact while shutting yourself out from the community-at-large. Playa Fly still rules radio and Spotify’s with this hit. A former member of Three 6 Mafia, Playa Fly is a native South Memphian. His song came after he ended things with Three 6 and went solo. He needed to get the drama off his chest and “Nobody” was born. Fold your arms and bop to this emotional song of self-care and resilience. This was Beyonce’s “Me, Myself and I” before she knew she only needed herself. You don’t need nobody, ok? Godspeed.
1.Yo Gotti – That’s What’s Up, 2006
This is a Memphis millennial’s “Kumbaya.” This is our “Lean On Me.” This is our National Anthem.
Mario “Yo Gotti” Mims is indeed one of the Kings of Memphis and “That’s What’s Up” is the unofficial anthem of the city. From his mixtapes to trapping out of North Memphis, Yo Gotti gives a new meaning to Memphis pride with this one. “That’s What’s Up” is for the Memphian with a dream and a grind. After the prelude, he quickly goes into shouting-out his family, famous high schools, trap houses, friends, enemies, and eventually the entire city. It’s freedom. Entire stadiums have erupted in unison and in acapella belting this song. It is purely Memphis. It may or may not have reached national acclaim, but it surely has earned its keep in the Mid-South. You Gotti is ours. This song is ours. And now, it’s yours.
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]]>No discussion about American music can be complete without a discussion about Memphis. Memphis is, hands-down, home to much of what we know as modern American music. Soul, gospel, rhythm and blues, rock ‘n’ roll, and other genres of music all have their roots in the city. Three specific landmarks exist in the city as a tribute to Memphis music history heritage: the Blues Hall of Fame (421 S. Main Street); Rock and Soul Museum (191 Beale Street); and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, at 926 E. McLemore Avenue at the site of the original Stax Records.
The Memphis Music History is as old as the city itself. At the beginning of the last century, Memphis was a convergence of African-American commerce and culture. Traditional spirituals handed down from generations of enslaved blacks to free people became the foundation for the blues and artists like W.C. Handy. Handy is often called the “Father of the Blues,” having brought his band to Memphis in 1909 to play in the clubs on Beale Street to showcase this distinctive style of music.
The genres (and artists) of Memphis
Memphis is host to many who have come through the city to play Beale Street or make their mark in “Bluff City.” Along with Handy and the blues came the introduction of the electric guitar in 1945 (after World War II) and with it, the advent of a newer form of music called rock ‘n’ roll. Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash and others recorded tracks in the famous studios of Memphis and further solidified the city’s influence on the music of this country.
Sun Studio and Stax Records
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Two of the best locations to visit Memphis Music History are Sun Studio and Stax Records
Sun Studio, located at 706 Union Avenue, was started by one of the fathers of rock ‘n’ roll, Sam Phillips, in 1950. It was the commingling of the Memphis Recording Service and Sun Records that formed Sun Studio, and until 1969, it was the producer of acts and artists such as B.B. King, Ike Turner, Jerry Lee Lewis and of course, the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Elvis Presley. The studio’s claim to fame is that it is where the first rock ‘n’ roll record was produced: “Rocket 88,” in April 1951.
Stax Records was born in 1957. The original Stax was named Satellite Records until it changed its name to Stax in 1961. The company brought to the forefront American and Memphis soul, as well as gospel, funk and the “Delta” blues. Its most famous act was Otis Redding, and after his death in 1967, the studio struggled to stay in competition with Detroit’s Motown.
The music of Memphis has evolved from its long, rich history. The legends of the past have created a legacy that newer artists can only hope to imitate but never really duplicate. A walk along Beale Street should invoke the memory of the great musicians who have come to and played in Memphis. It is also a great place to connect with the city’s musical past, present and future!
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Stop by Every Monday Night
Huey’s Southaven is the place to be every Monday night. From 9 pm – 12 pm, you can select your favorite song, go up on stage and sing to your heart’s content. So whether you’ve been practicing that Britney Spears single from your childhood or you want to go with something a bit more modern, chances are the rocking DJs on staff will have the background track just for you.
And even if you’re not a singer, why not come on out with your friends and support their musical talent? Because even though we can’t all sing in tune, we can all have fun.
Happy Hour Makes It Better
If there’s one thing that’s better than karaoke on a Monday night, it’s happy hour combined with karaoke. At Huey’s Southaven, you can enjoy happy hour specials until 10 p.m. So whether you’re hungry, thirsty or just want to warm up your vocal cords, there really is something for everyone at Huey’s every Monday night.
Huey’s Southaven has some great happy hour specials just for you, so whether you’ve had a stressful day at work or you’re just hungry (or thirsty), you’ll find a great selection of options. On Mondays, you’ll find 75 cents off most drinks, beer and wine from 4-7 p.m. If you’re more of a fan of well drinks or have an eye for a certain draft, Huey’s has two-for-one specials going on from 4-10 p.m.
Dinner to Die For
There’s a reason why Huey’s has been going strong for almost 50 years. It’s not just the karaoke and the drink specials. It’s also the amazing food you’ll find here. You can enjoy some of the best munchie options in the entire city, which is great when you don’t want to fill up before going on stage. Or you can have a world-famous burger or sandwich, or order something a bit hardier from the Gold Miner Favorites menu, which includes everything from a steak stick dinner to chicken and tamales.
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]]>And don’t ignore the fact that Memphis stays fresh by being a hub of musical experimentation, producing hybrids such as surf rock with a Memphis twang.
Plus, the Memphis music producer Sam Phillips recorded what is often cited as the first rock ’n’ roll song, “Rocket 88,” at his Sun Records studio when it opened in 1952. Ike Turner wrote the song about a powerful auto, and his band member Jackie Brenston sang it.
Music tourism
Memphis serves up a banquet of musical history and styles. It’s a major part of our tourism appeal as demonstrated at the Memphis Travel website, which tops its “what to do” page with the following iconic music hot spots:
- Graceland, 3765 Elvis Presley Blvd.
- Sun Studio, 706 Union Ave.
- STAX Museum of American Soul Music, 926 East McLemore Ave.
- Memphis Music Hall of Fame, 126 South Second St.
- Memphis Rock ’n’ Soul Museum, 191 Beale St.
- Blues Hall of Fame, 421 South Maine St.
- Beale Street, which has so many music clubs that it has its own app
Impact of Graceland
Memphis Magazine contributor Chris Davis identifies 1982 as the year that forward-thinking entrepreneurs began shaping our city’s music history as a tourist attraction. In a December 2015 article, Davis noted the tourism renaissance as beginning “when Graceland first opened its doors to the public.”
According to Davis’ article, Beale Street had lots of boarded-up buildings the year Graceland opened. Sun Records (eventually renamed Sun Studio), where stars like Elvis Presley, Ike Turner, Johnny Cash, B.B. King, Jerry Lee Lewis and Roy Orbison recorded, was just a quick flash outside the window on Gray Line Tours in the early 1980s, according to Davis’ article.
STAX Museum of American Soul Music is housed in the old STAX Records studio where stars like Booker T. and the M.G.’s, Isaac Hayes, Otis Redding (backed by the Bar-Kays), Sam and Dave, and the Staple Singers all recorded.
Nowadays, the city’s musical landmarks hum with visitors. Ted Evanoff of the Commercial Appeal notes that the neon 1950s appeal of Beale Street was Tennessee’s top tourist stop as of 2016 when it attracted six million visitors.
Additional Reading:
https://www.songfacts.com/facts/ike-turner/rocket-88
https://www.memphistravel.com/what-do
https://memphismagazine.com/culture/music-tourism-is-transforming-memphis/
https://www.staxrecords.com/pages/artists
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The Big River Presents-sponsored Mempho Music Festival is all set to treat fans who attend its inaugural ceremony on Oct. 6, and the fun will continue through Oct. 7. The event will be held at the famous Shelby Farms Park and is set to feature good food, live performances by award-winning artists and more.
In addition to seeing Grammy Award-winning artists Beck and Phoenix, attendees will witness hip-hop legend Post Malone in action, as well as live performances by the Grammy-nominated Funkstress and indie rock supernova prince Mac DeMarco. This year, the festival will pay tribute to Memphis heritage by honoring the award-winning and globally renowned Royal Studios. For many years, Royal Studios in Memphis hosted music sessions with notable and award-winning artists.
The Mempho Music Festival’s philanthropic partner, the nonprofit organization Mempho Matters, works locally to promote humanitarian movements, raise awareness of social issues and positively impact the local community through educational programs, music, and charity-based art education. Plus, the organization is planning to provide complimentary Mempho Music festival admission to Memphis-area music teachers and their students.
In addition, the 2018 Mempho Music Festival will partner with the Oceanic Global Foundation to promote ocean safety, as well as with the Memphis Area Women’s Council on the Memphis Says No More safety initiative. This means the festive ground will be straw-free this year to support the noble ocean safety campaign.
As well as enjoying the live musical performances, Mempho Fest attendees can also take advantage of the on-site camping opportunities and the outdoor activity options available within the Shelby Farms Park. Adventure seekers can delve into various park activities such as biking, zip lining, and canoeing.
To experience this unique event for yourself, secure your GA, VIP or Super VIP admission while tickets last. Come and join us for this biggest music celebration!
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]]>Memphis roots
At the center of Unapologetic is IMAKEMADBEATS, the producer and guru behind a solid group of artists who lay down their funky styles at Dirty Socks recording studio. IMAKEMADBEATS is a native son returned from a journey that took him to the epicenter of East Coast hip-hop and back.
Growing up in Orange Mound, IMAKEMADBEATS—a.k.a. James Dukes—was exposed to a wide array of the ingredients that make Memphis so soulful. Although his father had an almost encyclopedic collection of records that spanned soul, blues and jazz, Dukes found himself most drawn to the inherent randomness of jazz and how order was created out of disorder. With just one listen to the music IMAKEMADBEATS produces, you can hear those influences clearly.
His father’s eclectic tastes were passed down to Dukes, whose musical favorites set him apart in high school. While he and his classmates were often found exclusively booming Three 6 Mafia, Dukes gravitated toward Wu-Tang Clan, A Tribe Called Quest and Gang Starr, with a dash of UK Techno.
“When I got on the Orange Mound Bus to go to school… I had to be playing Three 6, or nothing,” said IMAKEMADBEATS of his high school days. “If it ain’t that… You were weird.”
Finding that sound
Not long after high school, IMAKEMADBEATS moved to New York City to spread his musical wings. He landed a gig as an engineer at Quad Recording Studio in Manhattan, rubbing elbows with MCs like Talib Kweli, Common, Missy Elliott and Ludacris. In 2009, he recorded “The Transcontinental,” but before long, family ties pulled him back to Memphis.
Upon arriving home, Dukes holed up in his sound lab and honed his craft. Before long, he felt the tug to share his creations with the world, and Unapologetic was formed after he met kindred spirits in the Memphis hip-hop scene—artists like PreauXX, another core component of what Unapologetic is all about.
A triumphant return
“Better Left Unsaid” was IMAKEMADBEATS’ first EP on his new label, featuring his intricately layered and unmistakable instrumental hip-hop styles. Beyond IMAKEMADBEATS, Unapologetic has a whole stable of artists taking over the Memphis hip-hop scene. Cameron Bethany dropped his “YOUMAKEMENERVOUS” EP in early 2017”. Cameron’s groundbreaking EP encompasses many styles and influences, a sound all its own that he has dubbed as Mod Fusion.
With those releases now in the rearview mirror, it’s clear Unapologetic has nothing to be sorry for as it continues its genre-bending journey.
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Memphis residents are eagerly anticipating the 30th annual Blues on the Bluff on Saturday, July 21. Bring your lawn chairs, lay out your picnic blanket and enjoy an incredible night of music on the bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River. You can expect an eclectic mix that runs the gamut from blues and soul to rock and alternative.
The festival takes place on the grounds of the Memphis Metal Museum, an open expanse of grassy lawns and tall trees that sits atop the bluffs just south of downtown and has a spectacular view of the river. Free guarded parking will be available nearby.
As for the food and drink on offer, the Central BBQ food truck will be on location to serve its award-winning BBQ and much more. Non-alcoholic drinks, wine and beer will all be available, including a limited-edition craft brew from Memphis Made Brewing, a local brewing company that is the official beer sponsor of the event.
2018 Blues on the Bluff
Blues on the Bluff is put on by WEVL 89.9 FM, Memphis’ only independent, listener-supported radio station for blues, rock, country, bluegrass and Americana. The event is essentially a fun-filled fundraiser for the 42-year-old radio station, and all proceeds from Blues on the Bluff will go toward the station’s continued operation. There will be a silent auction on the day of the event where you can bid on art, musical performances, merchandise and gift certificates from restaurants, shops and venues all over town.
Check out this year’s lineup!
- Lightnin’ Malcolm 6:30 PM
- The Kenny Brown Band 8:00 PM
- Marcella & Her Lovers 9:35 PM
Advance ticket sales will be available tonight until midnight!
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]]>Since releasing their first recordings in 2009, the members of Ghost Town Blues Band have been blazing their own trail in the blues world, racking up awards, hitting the Billboard charts and garnering a devoted following thanks to their raucous live shows and unmistakable Southern influences. Through it all, they’ve called Memphis home.
A Memphis original
Like a lot of great artists, Ghost Town Blues Band’s reputation was solidified by explosive live shows that blend a dizzying array of influences into a unique, high-energy sound that draws from the past but belongs firmly in the present. Fans of Ghost Town Blues Band know exactly what they’re getting when they go to see the band live—and that’s a little bit of everything.
Wailing harmonicas, scorched-earth cigar-box guitar jams, soulful organs and funk-infused bass and drums… Ghost Town Blues Band has something to offer anyone with an appreciation for Southern music. Simply put, the band melds the North Mississippi Hill Country blues of R.L. Burnside with New Orleans-style brass and Allman Brothers-like improvisational blues-rock jams.
Ghost Town Blues Band combines all these influences and more into a sound that is distinctly its own and distinctly Memphis. Multi-instrumentalist and frontman Matt Isbell puts it best, telling Blues.Gr, “We definitely have a Memphis sound because we are from Memphis. It’s a very eclectic mix of cigar-box slide guitar, energized Hip-Hop Trombonist, Allman Bros. influenced twin guitar solos, rock ‘n’ roll drums [and] a horn section with pounding keys.” Although the band has toured nationally and become a festival favorite, it remains a mainstay of local Memphis venues like Newby’s and Blues City Cafe.
Additionally, Ghost Town Blues Band has acted as ambassadors of our great city by sharing our music from the Blues Tent at the Beale Street Music Festival to the main stage of the Montréal Jazz Festival in Montréal, QC Canada.
Big things on the horizon
Ghost Town Blues Band has been hitting the road hard for years now, and it’s clear that all the hard work is paying off. The band snagged a 2015 Blues Blast Music Award nomination for “Best Blues Band” and won the 2016 Independent Blues Award for “Best Contemporary Blues Song.”
Ghost Town Blues Band’s 2018 album, a take-no-prisoners live recording called “Backstage Pass,” hit No. 4 on the Billboard Blues Album Chart and was praised by American Blues Scene for its versatility and ingenuity. The publication wrote, “Anyone who’s ever walked into a random bar and wound up hearing an extraordinary band will love the energy of ‘Backstage Pass.’” And if you live in Memphis, there’s a good chance you could walk into such a bar on any given night.
Ghost Town Blues Band’s music is available to stream and download through Bandcamp or iTunes, and fans of live music can expect to see a lot of Isbell and the gang this year. But although they’ll be on tour across the country, you can always count on Ghost Town Blues Band to come back to Memphis sooner or later.
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]]>The when, where and why of the 2018 Juneteenth Urban Music Festival
The 2018 Juneteenth Urban Music Festival is a three-day event scheduled to run from Friday, June 15 to Sunday, June 17. Its major draws include the annual Veterans 5K Run/Walk, the Ultimate Dance Showdown, the Lifetime Achievement Awards and the Evening of the Stars youth awards. In keeping with the theme of Juneteenth as a celebration of the June 19, 1865, announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas, the themes of freedom, fellowship and togetherness are a prominent thread running throughout the festival’s lineup this and every year.
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The range of public and private community events on the schedule include—but are by no means limited to—rodeos, block parties, baseball games, a job fair, and an outdoor market filled with local vendors selling arts and crafts, food and more. If you’ll have little ones in tow, be sure to stop by the Kid Zone. As the Juneteenth Urban Music Festival’s name implies, there’ll also be an abundance of live music throughout the weekend, running the gamut from gospel to hip-hop. Whatever your tastes, get ready to jam to the classics and discover some new favorites.
The 2018 Juneteenth Urban Music Festival will be going down at Robert R. Church Park on Beale Street, located right next to the FedEx Forum. The festival will run from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday and noon to 10 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, head to http://www.memphisjuneteenth.com. Come one come all and have a good time.
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]]>Mempho Music Fest is back for two days of good eats, fun times, and most importantly, amazing music! We’re giving our ambassadors first dibs on pre-sale tickets. Want in on the action? Here’s how…
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]]>901Fest 2018
After a successful 2017 festival, we couldn’t be happier to welcome back 901Fest! Now in its third year, the festival hits Tom Lee Park on May 26 and promises to be a fun-filled celebration of all things Memphis—Memphis food, Memphis music, Memphis merchandise and more.
Live music
Given that Memphis is the home of the blues and the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll, any celebration in these parts wouldn’t be a real Memphis party without great music. Rest assured, 901Fest will deliver the goods in the form of an incredible lineup of home-grown talent performing on multiple stages. This year’s performers include hip-hop duo 8Ball & MJG, the bluesy five-piece Southern Avenue Band, IHeartMemphis, the Mighty Souls Brass Band and more. So no need to type “concerts near me,” come to the event!
Fun and games
Get ready for the first 901Fest Cornhole Tournament, as well as a chance to bounce around inside a Knockerball (it’s as much fun to watch as it is to do). Don’t miss the air show above the Mississippi River followed by a spectacular fireworks display.
Dozens of food trucks will be on location to offer a wide variety of Memphis staples, from Johnson’s BBQ and Shuck’s Grilled Corn to Polar Tropical Shaved Ice and Memphis Soft Serve. Don’t forget to mingle with the local artists and craftspeople who’ll be on hand with a tremendous variety of unique handmade items. Check out the full vendor list here.
Get ready for 901Fest
The gates open at 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 26, which is coming up quick—do you have your tickets yet? If not, they’re available now, and admission is free for participants of the Great American River Run taking place earlier in the day. Click here to get tickets, and be sure to check out this recap of last year’s 901Fest!
901Fest marks the beginning of summer in Memphis, and we can hardly wait. What’s more, it’s the final music event of Memphis in May, a month-long celebration of all things Memphis. Join us for the festivities, then stick around for the rest of this fun-filled season!
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]]>That heritage can be seen throughout Memphis to this day. Though Beale Street may get most of the attention, there are great places to hear live music all over. If you find yourself in Memphis, here are a few venues you need to check out.
B.B. King’s Restaurant & Blues Club
Beale Street’s most famous live music venue brings in some of the most sophisticated and diverse modern blues lineups in Memphis. Swing by on any given night for the chance to see the B.B. King All-Star Band tearing through a set.
FedExForum
When it’s not hosting the Memphis Grizzlies as the “Grindhouse,” the FedExForum welcomes some of the biggest names in music. Located near the west end of Beale Street, the state-of-the-art arena can accommodate 18,000 cheering and screaming music fans. Past acts who’ve stopped by have included the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Paul McCartney, Bon Jovi and Bruno Mars.
Orpheum Theatre
While it may be best known for its Broadway performances, the Orpheum on South Main Street offers its fair share of live music, with symphonies, singers and major bands all populating its calendar. The gilded ceiling, plush interior and upscale feel contribute to a live music experience like no other.
Halloran Centre
The Halloran Centre is located right next to the Orpheum and consists of both a modern theater and an education center. The Halloran Centre welcomes classical music groups and artists from all over.
The Cannon Center for the Performing Arts
You’ll find no better acoustics in all of Memphis than at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts. It’s the home of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and has hosted a number of nationally known artists from a wide array of genres, including Bonnie Raitt, Marc Cohn, Bell Biv DeVoe and Shirley Caesar.
BankPlus Amphitheater at Snowden Grove
There’s something special about watching major national touring acts while sprawling on an outdoor lawn, so it’s no wonder crowds are attracted to the BankPlus Amphitheater at Snowden Grove. Matchbox 20, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The White Stripes and Miranda Lambert are just a few of the musical acts that have taken the stage. As an alternative to the lawn, you can snag some of the 4,000 premium seats if that’s more your jam.
The Handy Park Pavilion
Located on the legendary Beale St., the Handy Park Pavilion was named for W.C. Handy—a musical titan otherwise known as the “Father of the Blues.” Needless to say, blues is a regular sound in Handy Park to this day, and the live performances at this venue are top-notch.
Blues City
If you consider yourself to be a lover of jazz-funk fusion, look no further than Blues City for energetic live performances and the best of local acts poised to go national.
The Levitt Shell
They say the best things in life are free, and concerts at the Levitt Shell are no exception! This 1930s-era band shell has been a hub of music in Memphis for decades and hosts more than 50 free shows every year.
The Hi-Tone
This bar is a hangout for fans of rock, hip-hop, indie and more. There’s no telling what kind of music you’ll hear when you drop by the Hi-Tone, but one thing’s for sure—you’ll have a great time.
No matter your tastes, one thing is for sure in Memphis: There’s a great venue nearby to help you make some of your own musical history.
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]]>By Jayne Ellen White
An 80-year-old man from a small town in India once told me that when he was a teenager, he earned 10 cents a week. There was a jukebox in his village with two Elvis records in it, and each play cost five cents. Every Friday night, he spent his entire weekly wage listening to Elvis.
At 24, I was a former Army brat who never stopped moving from city to city. After college in Philadelphia and a short stint in Phoenix, I was ready to land in a place that felt like home—somewhere I actually wanted to stay for a while.
I’m originally from Appalachia, and I knew I needed to get back to the South. After all, that music informed my childhood. My early days were rich with Americana record players that played through fuzzy, blown-out speakers as my father yelled the names of the musicians over their songs. “James Burton!” “Carl Perkins!” “Johnny Cash!” In their own way, these musicians would become like gods to me.
In 2004, I was 22 and obsessed with both the blues and the biblical narrative of Robert Johnson. Naturally, this led to a musical road trip through the South. My then-boyfriend and I headed from Philadelphia to Nashville’s country and folk music museums, then explored the rock ‘n’ roll and soul of Memphis. In Mississippi, we delved into the Delta Blues, soaked up New Orleans’ jazz and its pre-Katrina vibe, then made our way through Texas.
When we finally landed in Arizona, I stayed for a whole year and a half, but I couldn’t seem to get Memphis—or its music—off my mind. When it was time to move on, my decision was easy: On Dec. 26, 2006, I hopped on a bus in West Virginia and embarked on an 18-hour ride to Memphis. After I found a place to live with a childhood friend, I got a job working at a Midtown bar. One day, I called Sun Studio on my flip phone and asked if they were hiring. As serendipity had it, I would end up working at Sun Studio for nearly a decade.
My first live music experience as brand-new Memphian came only a few days later in the form of the Reigning Sound on New Year’s Eve. On that freezing night, the Hi Tone on Poplar Avenue was so packed with fellow Memphis music lovers that I could barely move in the crowd. I knew I was home.
I went on to experience the likes of Alex Chilton, Rufus Thomas, Mud Boy and the Neutrons, Blackrock’s “Yeah, Yeah,” Tommy Burk and the Counts, Otis Clay, Wayne Jackson and so on. I devoured every piece of Memphis music that I could find—or that found me—and I fell deeply in love. I became obsessed with figuring out what made it possible for artists to create so much magic in this city, and for decades, historians and music academics have been pondering the same question. Why did all of this happen in Memphis? Geography? Economy? Agriculture? Boredom? The variables that influence art seem to be immeasurable.
Eleven-plus years later, the Stax Museum of American Soul Music is my professional home. I continue to enjoy the opportunity to speak on our great city—the joy and comfort that its music has brought to cultures near and far, its effects on social and civil rights, and the fact that we still have so much art to make here. Some of our visitors don’t speak the language. Some weep because they waited their entire lives to be here. Some are fulfilling a bucket-list quest. Some are here to answer the question, “Why Memphis?” But all are eager to celebrate and experience not only the city itself, but the cultural imprint that Memphis has left on the world.
To many of our visitors, Memphis represents an immeasurable emotion that we cannot touch. There is nothing I’d rather do with my days than spend them with the people I relate to so much. After all, I’m just a tourist here, too. #BringYourSoul
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]]>The festival takes place in the 33-acre Tom Lee Park, with the Mississippi River as the backdrop to the music. There will be four music areas in total, with three main stages and a blues tent delivering three days of tunes and fun at what will be the 41st annual Beale Street Music Festival. Even though the event takes place in Tom Lee Park, it takes place at the end of Beale Street (which is located inside the park), hence its name.
The very first Beale Street Music Festival was held at the corner of Beale Street and Third Street in 1977, the year after Memphis in May was launched. However, at that time, another musical celebration—the Sunset Symphony—held court in Tom Lee Park, which was much smaller and seldom used.
By 1990, the Beale Street Music Festival had officially become part of Memphis in May. As it had outgrown the Beale and Third location, it moved to Tom Lee Park and embraced the Memphis in May ethos of bringing a true multicultural music experience to the banks of the Mississippi.
While Beale Street may be most famous for the blues, artists performing at the Beale Street Music Festival cross all genres. Rockers Jack White, Queens of the Stone Age, Odesza, Cake and Incubus will share the stage with Ludacris, Action Bronson, Erykah Badu and the North Mississippi All-Stars. Also appearing will be David Byrne, Gov’t Mule, Alanis Morissette, The Flaming Lips, Third Eye Blind and Dashboard Confessional. Meanwhile, in the blues tent, festival-goers can experience performers such as Earl “The Pearl” Banks, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Sam Joyner and Jimmy “Duck” Holmes.
Advance tickets for the event are currently available online, and can also be purchased at the park on the day of the show. Tickets are available for single days or for the entire event, and three-day passes are available at a discounted price until April 30. There is no age restriction—all ages are welcome!
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]]>We have our share of musical landmarks, as famous artists like Elvis Presley, B.B. King, Otis Redding and more have called Memphis home. But present-day Memphis is also experiencing a musical renaissance that new artists want to be a part of.
A dollar goes further in Memphis
Once you’ve sold a million records, you can live anywhere you want. If you’re just getting your start in the music industry, however, the world isn’t quite your oyster—yet. That said, music industry jobs in Memphis pay fairly well, coming in at around 79 percent of the average national salary. It also helps that Memphis is one of the cheapest big cities to live in, regardless of what you do for a living.
The live music scene
Beale Street is one of the biggest reasons Memphis has such a reputation for being a musician’s city. While the highlight is B.B. King’s Blues Club, the downtown street is lined with venues featuring live music on any given day of the week. And, who knows? Maybe you’ll see your name in lights on Beale sooner rather than later.
An eclectic musical mix
Seattle’s got grunge, New York and Los Angeles have hip-hop and rock, and Nashville is the home of country music. While Memphis is known as the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll and the home of the blues, today’s Memphis music scene boasts a bit of everything.
For instance, 8ball & MJG put Memphis hip-hop on the map in the ‘90s, then Three 6 Mafia picked up the mantle around the turn of the century. If punk is more your jam, Goner Records is home to a loyal and talented group of punk musicians. Whatever you’re into, you’re bound to find your people in Memphis.
Famous music studios
Electrophonic Records and Goner Records may be the current hot spots, but the studios of old have a major presence in Memphis to this day. Why not take a tour of Sun Studio, which became ground zero for rock ‘n’ roll? Alternatively, head on over to the site of Stax Records, which was home to artists such as Otis Redding and Booker T & the M.G.’s in the 1960s.
A lower cost of living
Compared to Nashville, New York and Los Angeles, the cost of living in Memphis is much more reasonable. What does that mean for you? Less time hustling to make ends meet and more opportunities to focus on your art.
Myriad music studios
The iconic Sun Studio is a cornerstone of Memphis music, but it’s by no means the only recording studio in town. Electrophonic Records and Goner Records are just two of the enterprises putting the next generation of Memphis musicians on the map. Could you be one of those musicians?
A vibrant live music scene
Music has been rated the biggest tourist attraction in Memphis, and it’s not hard to see why. In fact, there’s live music playing on Beale Street pretty much any time of the day that you visit, with countless clubs roaring to life each night. To catch large acts and national tours, stop by the nearby FedEx Forum.
Support for the arts
Music is the heart and soul of this city, so it’s no surprise that the arts receive a lot of support from residents and municipal funding alike. The numerous arts and music festivals hosted in these parts offer ample opportunities to showcase new talent—including your own.
A rich music history
It feels like an understatement to say Memphis has a rich musical history. There’s nothing like looking back at the past to get inspired for the future, and reacquainting yourself with the stories of Memphis music legends who made it big will help you do just that.
A lower cost of education
Memphis colleges charge lower tuition fees compared to many of their counterparts, and the selection of art schools in the city is ideal for upcoming songwriters eager to add a string or two to their bows.
Livability
Livability—the balance between work and social life—tends to quickly fall by the wayside in many cities, but not Memphis. If you’re considering a move to Memphis, you can rest assured that it’s a well-balanced city offering both business opportunities and a wide range of social activities.
Friendly people
The people of Memphis are warm and friendly, which will help newly relocated artists stave off homesickness and assimilate into new personal and professional networks. Newcomers to the Bluff City are warmly welcomed and embraced by everyone, but don’t just take our word for it—come see for yourself.
A cultural mix
Memphis is filled with different people from all walks of life, each with their own assorted backgrounds and customs. This yields a social and cultural mix that has inspired many a local musician to experiment with sound and rhythm.
You can find your inspiration
Memphis’ musical past gives the present a profoundly soulful feel. There’s just something about living at the crossroads of an urban vibe mingled with the slow rhythms of southern living that lends itself to the small-town feel and close-knit community that have been inspiring artists in Memphis for years.
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]]>“I’ve seen the promised land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the promised land. And I’m happy tonight. I’m not worried about anything. I’m not fearing any man. Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord.”
King’s assassination is a dark chapter in our city’s history, but his legacy can be seen everywhere you look. This spring, PRIZM Ensemble presents “A Concert For The Next 50 Years,” commemorating 50 years since King’s passing, and looking forward with hope toward the next 50 years.
A concert for the next 50 years
Part of a series of events that will honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on the 50th anniversary of his assassination, A Concert for the Next 50 Years promises to be one of the great musical events of the year in Memphis. The concert will feature the PRIZM Chamber Orchestra, the PRIZM Celebration Chorus and several guest soloists performing music by Mahler, Florence Price, Moses Hogan and others.
The concert takes place at the Clayborn Temple—the site of Martin Luther King’s Jr.’s final speech—on Thursday April 5, 2018 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Tickets are available now for $19.68 General Admission. $50.00 VIP Admission tickets are also available, which include a reception with light refreshments at 5:30 PM the evening of the concert, along with a special behind-the-scenes look at the making of the concert.
The PRIZM Ensemble
Since its inception in 2005, the PRIZM Ensemble has established itself as one of the premier performing and touring musical ensembles in Memphis, the group’s diversity reflecting the diversity of the city itself. PRIZM’s goal all along has been to build community through chamber music education, youth development, and performance.
A Concert for the Next 50 Years is the latest project for the group, which has never shied away from socially-charged musical performances. During last year’s Juneteenth celebration, PRIZM performed “Seven Last Words of the Unarmed” by Atlanta composer Joel Thompson alongside Mozart’s Sinfonia concertante and Common and John Legend’s “Glory” from the film “Selma.”
The performance proved—if it needed proving—that the beauty of music and social justice go hand-in-hand. It’s a message with which Dr. King would no doubt agree.
Visit the National Civil Rights Museum to learn about more upcoming MLK50 events in Memphis.
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]]>GRAMMY Award-winning engineer Boo Mitchell talks about his father Willie Mitchell’s continued influence on artists like the Talking Heads, Tina Turner, Wu-Tang Clan, and even Kanye West. It’s amazing to see the reach of Memphis’ sound from classic hits to the music we all know and love today.
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]]>At the Super Bowl LII Halftime Show, Memphis’ own Justin Timberlake performed in front of millions with a melody of his most famous songs. We want to hear from you on our Facebook page, what did you think of his performance?
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