We Are Memphis | Music
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We Are Memphis Music is a website that showcases the diverse music scene in Memphis. The website features profiles of local musicians, as well as news and reviews of upcoming concerts and events. The website also offers resources for musicians and music lovers, such as a directory of local music venues.
We Are Memphis | Music
5d ago
By Katie Kelly
Last month, Memphis rapper Bleu Levees dropped his latest project The LSD Tapes Vol 1. The experimental EP spans 3 tracks – all of which impressively showcase his growing stylistic range while still maintaining a cohesive narrative. This duality is no happy accident. To say Bleu Levees is an intentional artist would be an understatement. Every note, every word, every visual is crafted with purpose. We sat down with the rapper to discuss his creative process, becoming a father, and what other projects he has in store for 2024.
Why don’t you start by telling us about your backgrou ..read more
We Are Memphis Music
1M ago
Many women around the 901 are making a positive difference in the city. From unique stores to helpful organizations, there’s no shortage of entrepreneurs in Memphis who have brought soul to the city in many ways. For Women’s History Month, we wanted to highlight some of the women who are making their stamp on the Bluff City.
Elaine Lee Turner of Heritage Tours
Elaine Lee Turner’s interest in history inspired her to create Heritage Tours, a company that shares “stories of the African American history in Memphis, TN through guided tours.” From the STAX Museum to Slave Haven, these tours offer lo ..read more
We Are Memphis Music
1M ago
Get ready to meet a rising star in the Memphis scene. Caitlin McGill is a Memphian with a passion for all things style and a drive to share her expertise with the world.
Caitlin brings a unique perspective to the Memphis beauty and lifestyle landscape. Her journey has taken her through the exciting worlds of blogging, freelance makeup artistry, social media marketing consulting, and more. Driven by a desire to connect and empower others, Caitlin has created her platform as a space to share her signature style and techniques.
We caught up with Caitlin to learn a little more about her favorite ..read more
We Are Memphis | Music
1M ago
Story by Ezra Wheeler
Photos by Shane Smith
Lukah, the South Memphis rapper with a rapidly growing profile, seems to take the idiom “strike while the iron’s hot” as a personal mantra, releasing an astounding 5 full-length albums over the past three years. “I want to see a change in the way that hip-hop has been trending. There’s a lack of balance right now, and I’m driven to help bring that back. People’s attention spans are so fucking short, you’re almost forced to keep going and going and going. I have a lot of shit in my head that I just have to get out.”
Lukah (born Timothy Love Jr.) is ce ..read more
We Are Memphis Music
1M ago
This Black History Month, we want to highlight some of the incredible entrepreneurs around the city who are making waves and putting Memphis on the map. These Black business owners are creatives in many different fields that make the 901 proud. And you can support their businesses year-round, so let’s take a look at some of Bluff City’s best and brightest.
Ben Brown – Ben Brown Photography
Ben Brown is a photographer and cinematographer local to Memphis. He’s done a variety of shoots with celebrities, notable brands, and more. You can book him for portraits, graduation photos, video shoots, a ..read more
We Are Memphis Music
1M ago
Story by Ezra Wheeler
Photos by Shane Smith
Lukah, the South Memphis rapper with a rapidly growing profile, seems to take the idiom “strike while the iron’s hot” as a personal mantra, releasing an astounding 5 full-length albums over the past three years. “I want to see a change in the way that hip-hop has been trending. There’s a lack of balance right now, and I’m driven to help bring that back. People’s attention spans are so fucking short, you’re almost forced to keep going and going and going. I have a lot of shit in my head that I just have to get out.”
Lukah (born Timothy Love Jr.) is ce ..read more
We Are Memphis Music
1M ago
Memphis’ vibrant arts scene thrives thanks to the dedication and creative spirit of countless individuals. Today, we’re shining a spotlight on a remarkable group: the women leading the charge at some of our city’s most esteemed arts and culture organizations.
From fostering artistic expression to preserving cultural heritage, these leaders leave an undeniable mark on Memphis’ creative landscape. So, grab your beret and prepare to be inspired by these Memphis muses! Curious about what’s going on at all of these organizations? Be sure to check out the Art for All Art Hub for events and more!
Met ..read more
We Are Memphis | Music
1M ago
By Ezra Wheeler
Acclaimed Memphis singer-songwriter Chris Milam is back with a new single, the title track from his forthcoming album Orchid South. In anticipation, we sat down with the artist to discuss “Orchid South,” his upcoming listening event at the Memphis Listening Lab, and the key to writing an enduring song.
1. For anyone who may not yet be familiar with you or your music, give us a quick rundown of your musical career thus far.
I’m from Memphis, but started my career when I went to college in Nashville. I moved to NYC from there and, once touring started ramping up, I wanted a cheap ..read more
We Are Memphis | Music
1M ago
Memphis. The 901. The Bluff City. Home of the blues and birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll. For Memphians, our city is more than what you call it. Soul doesn’t just describe music or food. It’s the essence of who we are–the vibrant energy that connects us all.
A City with a Generous Heart
Memphis is a place where kindness runs deep. It’s in the countless non-profit organizations working to better our city, the flourishing community garden, and the thousands of Memphians coming together to make a change. We believe in the power of collective action, in building something bigger and better ..read more
We Are Memphis Music
1M ago
By Katie Kelly
Life’s Luckii and I are sitting at a table in Crosstown one afternoon. In the middle of our conversation a man approaches us. “Excuse me, I’m sorry to interrupt, but are you a rapper?” he asks Luckii. She nods. “Do you go by Life’s Luckii?” he continues. She laughs and nods again. “Wow, this is so cool. I’m also a musician and I got some things I’d love for you to hear when you’re done,” he says. The two make plans to link up later and Luckii and I resume talking. “Don’t worry, that doesn’t happen often,” she says laughing.
Life’s Luckii might be joking but after spending time w ..read more