Flip through the history pages of blues, soul and rock 'n roll, and you'll see those genres credit Memphis as a major influence. Today, you can hear new sounds and innovative technologies changing the landscape of the music industry right here in Memphis.
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1st
Rock 'n roll Show Was Held in Memphis in 1954 by Elvis Presley
20%
Of the Earliest Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame Inductees Came from Memphis
$2.0B
Economic Impact
With strong players in musical genres ranging from gospel to rap to underground music, Memphis is a pilgrimage destination for recording for some of the world’s most renowned musicians. Memphis is home to hundreds of studios, numerous music schools and a slew of artists and innovators who continue to cultivate the Memphis sound.
