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    Riverbeat releases daily lineups, single-day tickets

    Several acts either were nominated for and/or performed at the 2025 Grammy Awards, including Khruangbin and Benson Boone.

    By Elle Perry February 04, 2025
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    New Uptown Memphis music venue to open in spring 2026

    The venue’s outdoor space overlooks the Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid and the Mississippi River. 

    By Sophia Surrett January 30, 2025
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    After disaster struck, Kirk Whalum stepped in for an astronaut

    Kirk Whalum was stunned to receive a call from Cheryl McNair, the widow of astronaut Ron McNair who was killed in the Challenger disaster. The favor she asked of him still affects him today.

    By Jody Callahan January 28, 2025
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    Serious chops: Officials find creative outlets in music, acting

    Several suburban officials have found a way to escape the pressures of day-to-day government by taking to the stage to perform.

    By Michael Waddell January 26, 2025
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    How music, skating, coffee and fingerboards mold a clothing brand

    “Life’s a gift, open it,” says Slowdown Dry Goods founder Eli Berry, who recently released a merch line for Grammy-winning artists Julien Baker and Lucy Dacus.

    By Kelsey Bowen January 25, 2025
  • Music

    Inaugural hip-hop awards weekend planned for Memphis

    Organizers of a new event touted hundreds of celebrity appearances, a significant boost to Memphis tourism and local businesses and an estimated economic impact between $30 million and $50 million.

    By Brandon LaGrone II January 23, 2025
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    Missy Elliott, The Killers, Anderson .Paak will headline Riverbeat

    The lineup also includes Benson Boone, Cage the Elephant, Khruangbin, Ludacris, Public Enemy, Busta Rhymes, Flo Milli, Tokimonsta, Seun Kuti & Egypt 80, and DJ Jazzy Jeff. 

    By Elle Perry January 21, 2025
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    Woman charged in Graceland auction fraud case appears in federal court

    The criminal case against the woman accused of trying to sell Graceland in a fraudulent auction could end in April.

    By Aarron Fleming January 16, 2025
  • Music

    The Essential Memphis Library: ‘The Best of Sam & Dave’

    “The Best of Sam & Dave” is the sound of singers, musicians, songwriters and producers finding a special chemistry.

    By Chris Herrington January 13, 2025
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    Memphis musicians, Stax family remember the legendary Sam Moore

    Sam Moore, one half of the legendary duo Sam & Dave, died Friday at age 89. Memphis musicians and fellow Stax alumni eulogized Moore on Saturday.

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    ‘Soul Man’ Sam Moore dies at 89

    By Jody Callahan January 12, 2025
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    ‘Soul Man’ Sam Moore dies at 89

    At Stax Records, Sam Moore and Dave Prater — as Sam & Dave — transformed the “call and response” of gospel music into a frenzied stage show and recorded some of soul music’s most enduring hits.

    By The Associated Press January 11, 2025
  • Music

    GloRilla to perform on SNL

    The Memphis rapper, whose real name is Gloria Woods, will be the musical guest on the Jan. 18 episode of “Saturday Night Live.” 

    By The Daily Memphian Staff, The Associated Press January 10, 2025
  • Music

    Photo Gallery: Happy birthday Elvis! Fans gather to celebrate the King’s 90th

    The event included a cake cutting and the annual proclamation of Elvis Presley Day.

    By Mark Weber January 08, 2025
  • Music

    The Essential Memphis Library: Elvis Presley’s ‘30 #1 Hits’

    Elvis’ Sun Records sessions might be his deepest music, but 2002’s “30 #1 Hits” may actually be a truer testament to Presley’s legacy. 

    By Chris Herrington January 08, 2025
  • Music

    Lafayette’s says party will continue but with changes

    Lafayette’s Music Room plans to continue its legacy of live music in Overton Square, but with shortened hours.

    By Jennifer Chandler January 09, 2025
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    Landers Center executive director fired

    During a special meeting on Monday, Jan. 6, the DeSoto County Convention and Visitors Bureau’s Board of Directors voted to fire Todd Mastry, who had led the facility since 2011. 

    By Rob Moore January 08, 2025
  • Music

    Legendary Memphis musician, producer Don Nix dies at 83

    Don Nix, who played with the Mar-Keys, produced numerous records for famous acts and contributed “Going Down” to the rock lexicon, has died.

    By Jody Callahan January 02, 2025
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    New year, new concerts: Five must-sees for January

    A lauded multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter comes to Germantown Performing Arts Center, two Memphis songbirds play a joint bill at Crosstown Arts and more for music in Memphis this month.

    By Elle Perry January 23, 2025
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    Hello, 2025: New Year’s Eve parties and resolution inspo for the year ahead

    We’ve got your guide to New Year’s Eve events for adults (and even one for kids!), and we’ve included some inspiration to help you meet your 2025 health goals.

    By Bianca Phillips December 31, 2024
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    Collierville grad will be front and center in UT’s College Football Playoff

    University of Tennessee drum major Christian Carroll, of Collierville, is only the third Black drum major in the school’s history.

    By Elle Perry December 21, 2024
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    UT’s three Black drum majors all have ties to Memphis

    There have only been three Black drum majors in the more than 150 years since the University of Tennessee marching band was founded.

    By Elle Perry December 21, 2024
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    GloRilla gives back to her alma mater Melrose High

    The rapper, whose real name is Gloria Woods, graduated from Orange Mound’s Melrose High in 2017. On Wednesday, Dec. 18, she returned with a $25,000 check towards a new media center for the school.

    By Julia Baker December 18, 2024
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    A ‘big whale’ is coming to Memphis’ music scene. Here’s what it might mean.

    A planned new performance venue from Crosstown Concourse and Live Nation has sparked both excitement and concerns from local music fans, concert bookers and venue owners.

    By Jody Callahan January 30, 2025
  • Music

    Mary J. Blige tour set to hit Memphis

    The 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee’s concert will also include singers Ne-Yo and Mario.

    By Elle Perry December 10, 2024
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    Kraftwerk coming to Memphis in 2025

    The Multimedia Tour kicks off Thursday, March 6, 2025, in Philadelphia, and includes dates at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.

    By Elle Perry December 08, 2024

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