“Elvis” is the biggest-ever Elvis movie and Elvis is arguably — maybe inarguably — the biggest-ever Memphian. But what will the film ultimately mean for Memphis and one of its most popular tourist attractions?
A spaghetti and catfish debate, mixed feelings about the depiction of Mississippians in “P-Valley” and fans react to a new Tiger commit.
Orange Mound’s Tone is hosting a Juneteenth gala that calls for dress in “Afrofuturistic black tie.”
Former Memphian Garrison Starr will perform her entire 1997 debut album Friday, June 17, at the Crosstown Theater.
Three generations of Presley women — former wife Priscilla Presley, daughter Lisa Marie Presley & granddaughter Riley Keough — bestow their approval on the ‘Elvis' film.Related story:
The Reigning Sound, longtime fixtures of Memphis’ music scene, announced this week they were dissolving and canceling a European tour but one local show, scheduled for Friday, remains.
A marker noting the birthplace of blues legend Koko Taylor was unveiled recently at the Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center.
The recently opened Downtown Memphis grocer South Point Grocery will host live musical acts on its storefront porch throughout June.
Two local experimental musicians, Dinosauria and Pas Moi, on the bill for Memphis Concrète show at the Hi-Tone.
Here are five shows to catch as the last of this late spring fades into three sweaty months of cookouts and fireworks.
Hershey and Target’s Beat of the Future campaign showcases the Memphis organization from store shelves nationwide.
This week, there’s a rare chance to see Robert Altman’s “Nashville” on the big screen, Memphis in May wraps up with a run and Hubby Jenkins of Carolina Chocolate Drops fame plays Crosstown Arts.
When the pandemic hit, local musician Walt Phelan started building a recording studio; Brian “Skinny” McCabe started creating visual art again.
The event will take place Thursday, May 26 in Atlanta and will be available to stream.
For 45 years, Art Gilliam has provided a voice for the Black community through radio station WLOK. The station’s offices are undergoing renovations at Talbot Avenue and South Second Street.
“It feels great to have a community of young artists in Memphis,” said singer-songwriter Brooke Fair. “The Memphis music scene needed some young people, and I’m glad that’s happening, and I’m glad to be a part of it.”
Hitkidd is restoring Memphis’ place in crunk. His latest, a song from local artist Glorilla, has rapper Saweetie preparing to hop on the remix.
It might have began as a joke, but Memphis’ MVP Fest — started by a group of high schoolers — is a serious commitment to the local music scene.
The annual show is being held for the first time since 2019 and will include surprise guest performances that will be revealed during the concert.
Check out The Daily Memphian’s images from this past weekend’s Beale Street Music Festival at Liberty Park. Beale St. Music Fest wraps with positive vibe and (mostly) sunny skiesRelated story:
Music lovers who traveled from all over the country gave the festival weekend mostly good reviews, except confusion during Saturday evening’s rain storm, and disappointment about Lil Wayne.
It’s day three of Beale Street Music Festival, and we tell you how to score some free whiskey and the best place to take a selfie. Plus, we highlight a 1990s-era headliner and some local rappers you’ve got to see.
Shortly after 10 p.m. severe weather in the Memphis area forced the festival to stop and concert goers to seek shelter. After a lot of confusion, the festival did resume.
It’s day two of Beale Street Music Festival, and we share a hack to beat the Ferris wheel line and offer some ideas on where to eat. Plus, we highlight a headliner you must see and some notable locals.
Friday night’s acts include Al Kapone, Van Morrison, Sarah McLachlan and Three 6 Mafia.