There are 2 article(s) tagged Bob Kelley:

• October 2023

  • History of Downtown music festivals holds plenty of off-stage drama

    The music festival that began as an off-shoot of the Memphis In May International Festival 46 years ago has at times had a turbulent history as it has grown into a major attraction. 

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    Mempho producing a new music festival in Tom Lee Park in May

    By Bill Dries October 14, 2023

• May 2022

  • Reconfigured Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium could bring back big concerts

    The logistics of the concert business have changed dramatically since the city’s last stadium show 25 years ago, with more elaborate stages. The planned renovation announced last week would allow the biggest tours to again have a venue in Memphis.

    By Bill Dries May 16, 2022