Memphis Musicology Podcast
1) S3E7: The Names on the Sidewalk
On this episode of Memphis Musicology, we take a deeper look into the brass notes that line Beale Street, choosing seven relatively obscure names to delve into. We also take a listen to two new songs ...Show More
2) S3E6: Memphis Uprising
Since protests broke out nationwide in the wake of the death of George Flloyd, Memphis musicians of all stripes have been responding with music that speaks directly to our current moment. On today's s...Show More
3) S3E5: Coronavirus Blues
On this episode of Memphis Musicology, we play some of our favorite Memphis tunes relating to the themes of our current troubled time: madness, isolation, illness, etc. In the meantime, take care of...Show More
4) S3E4: Jock Jams
On this episode of Memphis Musicology, we sit down with Graham Winchester, a prolific singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who discusses two upcoming projects: His self-titled solo 45 and the d...Show More
5) S3E3: The Devil Don't Like It
On this episode of Memphis Musicology, we discuss the role that Memphis played in the development of gospel music, which forms the backbone of the “Memphis Sound.” From early pioneers like Lucie Ca...Show More
6) S3E2: An Americana Christmas
Happy holidays, ya’ll! On this episode of Memphis Musicology, we check out some of the best Americana Christmas tunes from Memphis, including offerings from Valerie June, Jessie Mae Hemphill, Dale ...Show More
7) S3E1: “Can You Dig It?” The Music of Blaxploitation
On this episode of Memphis Musicology, we discuss the role that Memphis played during the Blaxploitation film explosion of the 1970s. From Isaac Hayes’ iconic Shaft soundtrack to the newDolemite Is My...Show More
8) S2E21: Trap Godfather: Tommy Wright III
On this episode of Memphis Musicology, we’re joined by hip-hop pioneer Tommy Wright III, an artist who helped to define the Memphis rap sound of the ‘90s with his lo-fi production, fast flow, and DIY ...Show More
9) S2E20: The Quiet Revolution
On this episode of Memphis Musicology, we discuss Memphis’ role in the birth and development of power pop, a quietly influential subgenre of rock n’ roll that was spearheaded by local bands such as Bi...Show More
10) S2E19: The Ghost in the Machine
On this episode of Memphis Musicology, we sit down with musicians Robby Grant and Jonathan Kirkscey to talk about their new album Mellotron Variations, a collection of original songs performed on obsc...Show More