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    Covering ‘Sweet Caroline’ in Crosstown

    As part of the release of Craig Brewer’s “Song Sung Blue,” local musicians Bryan Hartley and Tm. Prudhomme won the chance to record a Neil Diamond cover.

    By John Klyce December 09, 2025
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    Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Ella McCay,’ ‘The Shining’ on IMAX

    IMAX screenings include a holiday film, a horror film, a holiday horror film and a Rolling Stones concert film.

    By Chris Herrington December 10, 2025
  • Neighborhoods

    Photo Gallery: An Orange Mound metal marker

    The Orange Mound neighborhood marker is located at corner of Park Avenue and Airways Boulevard.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff December 08, 2025
  • The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more

    Former TV journalist revealing deeper truths

    Lauren Ready joined Eric Barnes on this episode of “The Sidebar” to talk about her first book.

    By Eric Barnes December 05, 2025
  • Premium Music

    Arts Beat: Where is the Memphis music? New newsletter points the way.

    “On any given weekend, you’re going to have 30 to 50, 60 shows going on,” said Chris Duncan, who’s been curating a list of local weekend concerts since 2023.

    By Elle Perry December 05, 2025
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    5 more ways to ring in the holidays in Memphis theaters

    Rudolph, Annie, Scrooge and the Grinch star in shows across Memphis.

    By Alys Drake December 07, 2025
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    Dan Aykroyd, Vernon Reid, Dave Davies and others remember Stax great Steve Cropper

    As news spread of the death of Stax legend Steve Cropper on Thursday, Dec. 4, musicians and others who knew the giant took to social media to pay tribute.

    By Jody Callahan December 04, 2025
  • The To-Do List

    Party in a yurt, stumble in a Santa suit and ice(less) skate at Crosstown

    This week, holiday parades kick off across Shelby County, baristas throw down in a latte art contest and WYXR’s “Raised by Sound” offers free live music.

    By Bianca Phillips, Elle Perry, Kelsey Bowen December 04, 2025
  • Visual Arts

    ‘A little bit cowboy, a little bit visionary': Metal Museum founder James Wallace dies

    With his bushy mustache and a Stetson on his head, James Wallace didn’t exactly look like a man who literally willed a museum to life, then nurtured its continued existence for nearly three decades afterward.

    By Jody Callahan December 04, 2025
  • Music

    Legendary Stax star Steve Cropper dies at 84

    A founding member of Booker T. and the MGs as well as a songwriter and producer, legendary guitarist Steve Cropper has been inducted into just about every music hall of fame imaginable.

    By Jody Callahan December 04, 2025
  • Premium Visual Arts

    Memphis Movies This Week: Oscar contender ‘Hamnet’ and a super-sized ‘Kill Bill’

    A potential Best Picture winner starring a Best Actress candidate comes to Memphis theaters. Plus, the Paradiso will be participating in a national IMAX “sneak preview” screening. 

    By Chris Herrington December 06, 2025
  • Arts & Culture

    Sleigh what?! Holiday parades, lights, concerts, markets and more

    Resist the pull of Netflix Christmas rom-coms on the couch, and go do some seasonal holiday activities. Here’s your guide.

    By Bianca Phillips December 12, 2025
  • Premium Visual Arts

    December exhibitions showcase Memphis via photography, painting

    Also, three exhibitions are on view at Sheet Cake Gallery, while Tops Gallery has exhibitions on view at both locations.

    By Elle Perry December 04, 2025
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    BET+ sets Christmas rom-com in Memphis

    Among the cast of “Never Alone for Christmas: Memphis” are Memphis singer K. Michelle and actor Tom Arnold.

    By Elle Perry December 03, 2025
  • Premium Music

    Ten must-see holiday concerts in December

    In December, practically every venue in Memphis is offering at least one holiday-themed concert.

    The non-exhaustive list of offerings includes classical performances, a jazz jam session, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and sacred soul.

    By Elle Perry December 03, 2025
  • The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more

    How Everystory tries to bring healing and well-being to Memphis

    Virginia Reed Murphy visits “The Sidebar” to discuss Everystory, a group that uses theater, improvisation and the performance to help people express themselves and analyze challenges.

    By Eric Barnes November 30, 2025
  • Arts & Culture

    Skilled chess players, from crafty kids to adult experts, battle across the boards

    Memphis Chess Club’s 65th annual tournament draws players from around the region to three-day competition.

    By Jody Callahan November 29, 2025
  • Premium Arts & Culture

    Arts Beat: Cyrena Wages headlines new concert series at Hotel Pontotoc

    An ‘infamous’ nightclub and hotel will start a new live music series — just in time for the influx of visitors Downtown for the St. Jude Memphis Marathon. 

    By Elle Perry November 30, 2025
  • The To-Do List

    Friendsgiving comedy, holiday shopping and all of the lights

    In this week’s To-Do List, we’ve got a rundown of what to do on Thanksgiving Day. And then the Memphis Symphony Orchestra is ready to get you into the holiday spirit.

    By Bianca Phillips November 26, 2025
  • Visual Arts

    What’s at the movies this week? ‘A Knives Out Mystery,’ ‘Zootopia 2,’ more

    Also opening this week: “Zootopia 2” hits the big screen along with Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen and Miles Teller.

    By Chris Herrington November 29, 2025
  • Premium Ask the Memphian

    Did Prince ever play Beale Street?

    Yes, and it was legendary. 

    By Jody Callahan November 30, 2025
  • Premium Visual Arts

    This one’s for the nature lovers

    Some stunning images shot by local residents of wildlife and the natural splendor of Shelby County will be featured in next year’s Tennessee Wildlife Federation calendar.

    By Michael Waddell November 30, 2025
  • Visual Arts

    This kids’ film festival is about digesting complex ideas — and having fun

    Like You Children’s Film Fest brings both whimsy and education to the Pink Palace.

    By Jody Callahan November 22, 2025
  • Premium Performing Arts

    Ring in the holidays with 3 shows opening this month

    See a campy Christmas comedy, hit Broadway musical “& Juliet” and a heartfelt take on “A Christmas Carol” in Memphis theaters.

    By Alys Drake December 05, 2025
  • Premium The Arts Beat

    Arts Beat: How can Memphians write a script? Start with a seed

    A new LoneTree Live program will help a dozen budding playwrights develop a script in 10 weeks.

    By Elle Perry November 22, 2025

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