There are 7 article(s) tagged 8Ball & MJG:

• December 2025

  • Memphis rapper 8Ball debuts coffee brand

    One of Memphis’ most enduring hip-hop voices is lending his name to a different kind of grind.

    By Ellen Chamberlain December 13, 2025

• September 2024

  • Rappers 8Ball and MJG get honorary sign in ‘the Mound’

    The Airways Boulevard and Park Avenue intersection is now also known as 8Ball Boulevard and MJG Avenue for the duo whose lyrics proclaim they’re “part of the streets, ’cause the streets are a part of us.” 

    By Michael Waddell September 30, 2024

• December 2022

  • The To-Do List: New Year’s Eve edition

    We’ve got ideas for your New Year’s Eve, including an art party, a rap show and a Victorian six-course meal. Plus, some places are still celebrating Christmas. 

    By Bianca Phillips, Elle Perry December 29, 2022

• May 2022

  • 8Ball & MJG to battle UGK in Verzuz showcase

    The event will take place Thursday, May 26 in Atlanta and will be available to stream.

    By Jasmine McCraven May 25, 2022

• July 2020

  • Rap radio legend Devin Steel still upbeat after release from iHeart

    Since 1997, Devin Steel has been a force in Memphis' rap radio industry and behind the scenes of its thriving hip-hop culture. After being let go from his job of nearly two decades, he is hoping to stay in the mix.

    By Jared Boyd July 27, 2020

• December 2019

  • Boyd: 40 Memphis songs I loved in 2019

    Some new songs and some old help a Memphis music devotee figure out what defines this town's expression.

    By Jared Boyd December 31, 2019

• November 2018

  • Jerry Lee Lewis, Carla Thomas surprise and thrill as Memphis Music Hall of Fame adds seven new members

    Some nights begin with a bang. The 2018 Memphis Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony started with a ball of fire.

    By Chris Herrington November 02, 2018