In the heart of Memphis, a city steeped in musical history, a new sound is emerging—one that intertwines the rawness of blues, the energy of rock ‘n’ roll, and the
by Cary Vaugn TeKay is the kind of artist whose journey has taken him to almost every continent. His story speaks volumes about passion, resilience, and dedication. Over the years,
by Briar Brakhage It was a Thursday night in Midtown Memphis, and a karaoke singer tied their oversized flannel around their waist over a crushed-velvet mini-dress, howling at the moon
by Luna Starr, your Queer Cosmic Guide Hey there, star seekers! Luna Starr here, ready to bring you your bi-monthly dose of cosmic wisdom and queer magic. Whether you’re a
Bobby Rush, DJ AD, Gonerfest, and more gear up to give Memphis a great show MEMPHIS, TN—The Orion Financial Free Concert Series just wrapped up for the summer—but the season
By Ray Rico After severe weather and flooding forced its cancellation earlier this month, the MidSouth Pride Parade made a triumphant return on June 21—and the community showed up and
by Cary Vaughn Kimberly Akimbo makes its Memphis premiere at the Orpheum Theatre Tuesday, June 24 and runs through Sunday, June 29. This acclaimed production has won five Tony Awards
Memphis, TN – June 12, 2025 — The Reunion Project, the national alliance of HIV long-term survivors, is proud to announce its upcoming two-day peer-led town hall, “Life Beyond HIV:
Special to Focus Memphis is on the verge of a game-changing healthcare moment: Music City PrEP Clinic is coming to town. With a mission as clear as it is ambitious—reducing
by Tricia Dewey For a city of its size, Memphis has an amazingly large and thriving arts community. It is an artistically, historically, culturally, and musically rich city, with individual
Taking control of your sexual health shouldn’t be complicated — PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) is highly accessible and easier to get than ever. If you’re looking for ongoing prevention or simply
by Jennifer Ferren, LPC-MHSP, NCC, ACS In today’s world, young people face an array of challenges that significantly impact their mental health. From navigating identity and self-expression to handling academic
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