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These Memphis musicians will play 2026 Cooper-Young Fest

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 12:50:41 -0500

The 2026 Cooper-Young Fest takes place from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, in the Midtown neighborhood.

Elvis Week is coming, and a new generation of fans is taking center stage

nmclane@dailymemphian.com (Noah McLane) — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 23:12:25 -0500

Forty-nine years after his death, thousands of fans will flock to Graceland to celebrate the life and legacy of Elvis Presley.

Opinion: The lesson from the World Cup is that Memphis needs to promote more local musicians

editor@dailymemphian.com (Andrew Tawfik) — Sun, 2 Aug 2026 04:00:14 -0500

“Memphis could be at the epicenter of the next music revival, much like Nashville and country music has enjoyed over the last 15 years. Yet so many of the discussions here today focus on promoting the music infrastructure, with very little about musicians themselves.”

How college students found, formed community in their Memphis band

ataylor@dailymemphian.com (Amaya Taylor) — Tue, 4 Aug 2026 07:36:38 -0500

Three Rhodes College alumni say the city informs the music of their band, The Narrows. Late drummer Chris Daniels was a big part of that influence.

Opinion: John Fry’s legacy deserves more than the final headlines

editor@dailymemphian.com (Elizabeth Montgomery Brown) — Sat, 1 Aug 2026 04:00:01 -0500

“As Memphis discusses the future of Ardent Studios, I hope we will spend just as much time remembering why Ardent mattered and honoring John Fry, the man who devoted his life to making sure the music, the people and the history of this city would never be forgotten.”

5 must-see concerts in July

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:52:31 -0500

Acclaimed musicians from as close as North Mississippi and as far as England are bringing their sounds to the Mid-South this July. Here are five highlights.

Latest 'American Idol' winner coming to Bartlett

mwaddell@dailymemphian.com (Michael Waddell) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:42:43 -0500

Hannah Harper, a Missouri native, won season 24 of “American Idol” earlier this year, in part due to her original song, “String Cheese.”

Man or Astro-man? and Death to headline Gonerfest 23

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:23:00 -0500

A surf rock band from Alabama and a pioneering punk rock band from Detroit are among the 30+ bands scheduled for the 23rd Gonerfest.

Alabama concert rescheduled after weather cancellation

editors@dailymemphian.com ( The Daily Memphian Staff) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:37:01 -0500

After thunderstorms force cancellation, Alabama concert rescheduled for September.

Memphis music producer Tay Keith has died at 29

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:51:03 -0500

Grammy Award-nominated Memphis producer Brytavious Chambers, known professionally as Tay Keith, has died, according to Nashville police.

8Ball & MJG bring Memphis rap to NPR's Tiny Desk

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:49:32 -0500

This is the fifth year for Black Music Month-themed Tiny Desk Concerts.

Pretty Lights, Widespread Panic to headline 2026 Mempho Music Fest

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:35:36 -0500

Also set to play: Spoon, Gary Clark Jr., De La Soul, Ziggy Marley, JJ Grey & Mofro and Fishbone.

Overton Park Shell 'Shell-ebrates' 90 years with free fall shows

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:29:55 -0500

The lineup includes celebrations for the Shell, Hattiloo and Opera Memphis; festivals like Gonerfest; and concerts like Drivin N Cryin.

Echols: Music as a metaphor for God

candaceecholswrites@gmail.com (Candace Echols) — Sun, 24 May 2026 17:30:55 -0500

“The person that invites me to a posture of praise is likely not the same person that brings other people to that place, which is why writers and musicians and artists and creators need to keep doing their thing.”

Collierville students lead Orpheum musical theater honors

adrake@dailymemphian.com (Alys Drake) — Sat, 23 May 2026 04:00:03 -0500

The Collierville wins came on a night that brought together students from 56 schools across Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas and Missouri.

The AM/DM podcast: May traditions, old and new

mcashiola@dailymemphian.com (Mary Cashiola) — Fri, 22 May 2026 06:29:46 -0500

Two longtime Memphis events return this weekend, right in time for Memorial Day.

Indigo Girls, Linda Perry to play Overton Park Shell

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Fri, 22 May 2026 17:56:40 -0500

Linda Perry will open for the Indigo Girls as part of the Overton Park Shell’s ticketed Shell Yeah! benefit series this fall.

Phoebe Bridgers to host surprise concert at Hi-Tone

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Wed, 13 May 2026 09:41:29 -0500

Flyers were posted on light poles in Memphis for a secret pop-up concert “tonight” by Phoebe Bridgers, who was part of supergroup Boygenius, at Hi-Tone Cafe.

American Revival brings Yo-Yo Ma, T Bone Burnett, Valerie June, Arrested Development

eperry@dailymemphian.com (Elle Perry) — Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:05 -0500

American Revival, which features a Festival of Helpers and performances, is coming to Memphis.

The AM/DM podcast: A super Saturday

mcashiola@dailymemphian.com (Mary Cashiola) — Fri, 8 May 2026 06:35:52 -0500

It’s peak spring this Saturday, with events galore scheduled.