Memphians remember musician Todd Snider, nomad storyteller who launched career from local bar

By , Daily Memphian Updated: November 16, 2025 2:16 PM CT | Published: November 15, 2025 10:24 AM CT

The alternative/folk/country musician who launched his lengthy career from a long-gone Memphis bar more than 30 years ago died Friday. He was 59.

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Jody Callahan

Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.


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