Eight classic '90s underground Memphis rap records, including one by Skinny Pimp, were among the titles released by Now-Again Records in 2025. After the success of 2023’s “The Story of Memphis Rap” ...

When it comes to raw, unapologetic Hip Hop, Memphis holds a unique place in the genre’s history. Known for its dark beats and boundary-pushing artists, the city has produced some of the most ...

Over the past year, A.R. The Mermaid has been on a tireless grind, dropping singles, performing locally, and steadily ...

There’s no denying Memphis has the lead when it comes to artists flourishing in recent years. From established rappers signing new acts to rising newcomers climbing the charts, the city has all eyes ...

As it celebrates its 50th birthday, we are mapping hip-hop's story on a local level, with more than a dozen city-specific histories of the music and culture. Click here to see the entire list. To get ...

Shangri-La Records' "Lo-Fi in Hi-Fi" series returns for a second season, celebrating 1990s Memphis hip-hop. The series will be held at the B-Side venue in Minglewood Hall and livestreamed. Each month ...

Memphis native Taylor Nicole Barksdale is on a mission to celebrate the city’s powerful influence on hip-hop culture. As co-founder of Memphis Rap Tour, she offers a guided journey through the ...

In 2023, Memphis hip-hop is continuing what has been a historically significant (and commercially successful) run over the last few years. So far this year, the releases from both established and ...

Right now Memphis rap music is as popular as it has ever been with artists such as superstar Glorilla leading the way. Over the past years, rap music from Memphis has also given people real-life ...