Two genres of American music trace their origin directly to Memphis: rock 'n' roll, crystallized at Sun Records in 1952 and on record as early as the 1951 recording of "Rocket 88," and the Memphis sound, the gospel-drenched, horn-driven soul forged at Stax Records through the 1960s and 1970s. That history is not just preserved in museums; it plays out nightly across the city. Beale Street anchors the live scene with venues like B.B. King's Blues Club and Rum Boogie Cafe offering blues and soul seven days a week, while the Overton Park Shell hosts more than 50 free concerts a year from local and national acts. For larger shows, FedExForum and the outdoor Grind City Amp pull major touring artists, keeping Memphis a working music city rather than a relic of one.
Upcoming concerts in Memphis
Sat 27 Jun · 00:30
Minglewood Hall is a cashless venue. This event is reserved seating.