Why you should read Holly Whitfield’s ‘100 Things to Do in Memphis’
Holly has written a new book documenting and describing so many cool and interesting places in Memphis: “100 Things to Do in Memphis Before You Die”.
Holly has written a new book documenting and describing so many cool and interesting places in Memphis: “100 Things to Do in Memphis Before You Die”.
The five-stage music festival May 3-5 includes a diverse lineup and lots of the city’s mix of music.
The Chamber secured an all-day Memphis showcase on Saturday, March 9, officially called 3-9(01) Day, to highlight the city’s innovators, creators and entrepreneurs.
“When someone comes up to us after a show and says they enjoyed the set, or a song, or the way we played this or that part, that’s the best feeling,” guitarist Sam Wallace says.
Past tribute artist contest winners performed their favorite Elvis gospel songs backed up by the Graceland-endorsed EAS Band.
The Memphis Youth Symphony will present its annual fundraising concert, “Symphony ReDefined,” on Feb. 16 at Crosstown Concourse.
A Brooklyn DJ comes to Growlers, a folk legend returns to the Orpheum Theatre, an indie-rock veteran comes to Minglewood Hall, a jazz saxophonist and guitarist come to the Green Room and more.
Titled “STAX: Soulsville, USA,” the multi-part documentary series directed by Jamila Wignot covers the expansive history of the legendary Memphis-based recording studio.
“Hospitals and insurers are robbing all of us,” said Valerie June, a Memphis singer-songwriter who has firsthand experience with medical debt. “We demand actual prices.”
Ikea pays homage to Memphis’ music legacy and future with two new attractions at its local store.
After rescheduling his upcoming Memphis concert from March to April, rapper Drake has canceled the date altogether.
The Memphis-based piano player took home his win but not before playing a rendition of Jerry Lee Lewis’ “Great Balls of Fire.”
Jazz concert series are returning in March to two Memphis institutions.
“(Overton’s) values align with ours: to help bring out the gift of music that lives within all students,” said a Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation representative.
“Their talent and artistry represent some of the best in the industry and we look forward to amplifying their voices,” general manager Xtina Prince said.
Award-winning Americana, jazz and gospel acts; a local roots favorite; an all-female tap group; a tribute to Tony Bennett; modern dance and a Guinean acrobatic troupe are all part of GPAC’s 30th season.
The lineup of the inaugural Riverbeat festival in Tom Lee Park this May features more than 50 acts and two music showcases on five stages.