8Ball — along with GloRilla, Three 6 Mafia and other Memphis musicians — recognized by Tennessee Legislature
Memphis native and rapper 8ball, real name Premro Smith, speaks during a ceremony honoring him and his achievements in music, philanthropy and entrepreneurship at the Tennessee Capitol on Feb. 26. (Courtesy Tennessee Black Caucus of State Legislators)
February 2027 is set to be Tennessee’s first Tennessee Songwriter Month. 8Ball was recognized for his significant cultural impact and as a pioneer of Memphis hip-hop.
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Music Arts & Culture Tennessee LegislatureNoah McLane
Noah McLane reports on business for The Daily Memphian. He was born and raised in Tennessee and attended journalism school at Middle Tennessee State University, where his passion for community-focused storytelling began.
Prior to writing for the business section, Noah was the editor-in-chief of his college newspaper, worked on general assignment for the Jackson Hole News & Guide in Jackson, Wyoming, and was most recently the statehouse contractor for The Daily Memphian.
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