{"id":1608,"date":"2018-05-07T16:29:02","date_gmt":"2018-05-07T21:29:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wearememphis.com\/?p=1608"},"modified":"2025-05-23T13:05:05","modified_gmt":"2025-05-23T18:05:05","slug":"top-music-venues-memphis-check","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearememphis.com\/play\/music\/top-music-venues-memphis-check\/","title":{"rendered":"The top music venues in Memphis that you have to check out!"},"content":{"rendered":"

There’s no doubt that Memphis is steeped in music history. After all, it’s the birthplace of rock ‘n\u2019 roll and the home of the blues. There’s been live music played on Beale Street since the 1860s, and if you stroll down the famous street today, you’ll see the stars of artists who were born, lived or recorded in Memphis. There are very few cities in the United States that can claim to be as big a part of American music history.<\/p>\n

That heritage can be seen throughout Memphis to this day. Though Beale Street may get most of the attention, there are great places to hear live music all over. If you find yourself in Memphis, here are a few venues you need to check out.<\/p>\n

B.B. King’s Restaurant & Blues Club<\/h3>\n

Beale Street’s most famous live music venu<\/a>e brings in some of the most sophisticated and diverse modern blues lineups in Memphis. Swing by on any given night for the chance to see the B.B. King All-Star Band tearing through a set.<\/p>\n

FedExForum<\/h3>\n

When it’s not hosting the Memphis Grizzlies as the “Grindhouse,” the FedExForum<\/a> welcomes some of the biggest names in music. Located near the west end of Beale Street, the state-of-the-art arena can accommodate 18,000 cheering and screaming music fans. Past acts who\u2019ve stopped by have included the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Paul McCartney, Bon Jovi and Bruno Mars.<\/p>\n

Orpheum Theatre<\/h3>\n

While it may be best known for its Broadway performances, the Orpheum<\/a> on South Main Street offers its fair share of live music, with symphonies, singers and major bands all populating its calendar. The gilded ceiling, plush interior and upscale feel contribute to a live music experience like no other.<\/p>\n

Halloran Centre<\/h3>\n

The Halloran Centre<\/a> is located right next to the Orpheum and consists of both a modern theater and an education center. The Halloran Centre welcomes classical music groups and artists from all over.<\/p>\n

The Cannon Center for the Performing Arts<\/h3>\n

You’ll find no better acoustics in all of Memphis than at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts<\/a>. It’s the home of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and has hosted a number of nationally known artists from a wide array of genres, including Bonnie Raitt, Marc Cohn, Bell Biv DeVoe and Shirley Caesar.<\/p>\n

BankPlus Amphitheater at Snowden Grove<\/h3>\n

There’s something special about watching major national touring acts while sprawling on an outdoor lawn, so it\u2019s no wonder crowds are attracted to the BankPlus Amphitheater at Snowden Grove<\/a>. Matchbox 20, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The White Stripes and Miranda Lambert are just a few of the musical acts that have taken the stage. As an alternative to the lawn, you can snag some of the 4,000 premium seats if that\u2019s more your jam.<\/p>\n

The Handy Park Pavilion<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Located on the legendary Beale St., the Handy Park Pavilion<\/a> was named for W.C. Handy\u2014a musical titan otherwise known as the \u201cFather of the Blues.\u201d Needless to say, blues is a regular sound in Handy Park to this day, and the live performances at this venue are top-notch.<\/p>\n

Blues City\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you consider yourself to be a lover of jazz-funk fusion, look no further than Blues City<\/a> for energetic live performances and the best of local acts poised to go national.<\/p>\n

The Overton Park Shell\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

They say the best things in life are free, and concerts at the Overton Park Shell<\/a> are no exception! This 1930s-era band shell has been a hub of music in Memphis for decades and hosts more than 50 free shows every year.<\/p>\n

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\nScheidt Family Performing Arts Center at the University of Memphis\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This state-of-the-art venue at the University of Memphis<\/a> is a cornerstone of the city’s classical and contemporary music scene. Hosting over 300 performances a year\u2014from jazz and opera to symphonies and student showcases\u2014it\u2019s also home to the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Opera Memphis.<\/p>\n

The Hi-Tone<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This bar is a hangout for fans of rock, hip-hop, indie and more. There\u2019s no telling what kind of music you\u2019ll hear when you drop by the Hi-Tone<\/a>, but one thing\u2019s for sure\u2014you\u2019ll have a great time.<\/p>\n

No matter your tastes, one thing is for sure in Memphis: There’s a great venue nearby to help you make some of your own musical history.<\/p>\n

You may also be interested in: Book A Show Archive – Memphis Concert Venues<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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