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Saxophonist Jimmie Lunceford was the first jazz band director in Memphis’ public school system. He formed the Jimmie Lunceford Orchestra that became well known as one of the top swing-era orchestras in the country. The horn sections of swing-style…
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Memphis music is a family tradition. Rufus Thomas' daughter, Carla Thomas, had her first hit (a duet with her dad!) at Stax Records when she was only 17 years old. Boo Mitchell won 2015's Best Album of The Year Grammy Award for engineering "Uptown…
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With memorable hits emanating from Memphis musicians, it’s no surprise that movie studios like to feature Memphis music on the big screen. Isaac Hayes ( SHAFT) and Three 6 Mafia ( Hustle…
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From Ike Turner recording the first rock ‘n’ roll song at Sun Studio to Xavion becoming the first Black rock band to be featured on MTV, Black artists have pioneered Memphis' place in rock history. Rock 'n' roll is a sub-genre of rhythm and blues…
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Considering Willie Hall of The Bar-Kays, "the Human Metronome" Al Jackson, Jr., Steve Potts of Booker T.…
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Behind the beloved artists and songs that made Memphis a music capital are legendary recording studios including Stax, Royal, Sun and Ardent. Deeply rooted in the recording industry, Memphis is known worldwide for the influence its recording…
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With a musical tradition as rich as Memphis', individuals and organizations stay focused on evolving the legacy by developing emerging talent in the city every day. From David Porter's Consortium MMT and Made in Memphis record label, to the…
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We invite you to enjoy Memphis’ hoppin’ craft beer scene! Our artesian wells produce the crisp water that has been filtered for 2,000 years to help create some of the best craft beer in the world. Join the Memphis Hops Stops and win prizes as you…