Memphis Music Hall of Fame

Our last installment for the 2022 Inductee Tribute page is for the legendary drummer, J.M. Van Eaton. In both drumming and life, timing is everything, and J.M. Van Eaton was a master at both. As the studio drummer for Sun Records, the Memphis native played on some of the most influential and enduring rock 'n' roll songs of all time, setting a high water mark for all of those who would come after him. To learn more about his amazing career, check out his Tribute page. https://memphismusichalloffame.com/inductee/jm-van-eaton/

As we continue to roll out incredible online tributes to our 2022 Inductees, we invite you to learn more about the Red-Hot Rocker, Billy Lee Riley. In a fairer world, Billy Lee Riley would have been an even greater superstar. Armed with the same good looks, charisma, and musical ingenuity that made his labelmates at Sun Studio household names, Riley was a true rock & roll original and one of the genre’s first unabashed wild men, helping to set the template for the generations of rock stars that would follow him. But while Billy Lee Riley never achieved the fame and fortune of other Sun acts, his foundational contributions to rockabilly and rock & roll are undeniable. A superstar? Unfortunately, not. An icon? Without a doubt. https://memphismusichalloffame.com/inductee/billy-lee-riley/

This week we will spotlight Priscilla Presley, a global promoter of Memphis music and its King. Imagine Memphis...and Memphis music...without Graceland. Thanks to Priscilla Presley's continued commitment, we don't have to. To learn more about her amazing career, check out her Tribute Page: https://memphismusichalloffame.com/inductee/priscilla-presley/

Memphis Music Hall of Fame 2022 Inductee, Ronnie Milsap, is a multiple Grammy Award-winning country music singer and pianist. He said "This business is always changing. If you're going to be a leader, you've got to take chances." Check out his tribute page to learn more about Ronnie and his amazing career. https://memphismusichalloffame.com/inductee/ronnie-milsap/

As we continue to roll out incredible online tributes to the Memphis Music Hall of Fame's 2022 inductees, we want to introduce you to the legendary Producer of the Stars, Jim Gaines. He said "I'm a lucky guy. I'm just a hard-working hillbilly from Arkansas, and I've been very lucky throughout my career to be involved with all these great artists. That's the way I look at it." https://memphismusichalloffame.com/inductee/jim-gaines/

Happy birthday to MMHOF 2012 inductee, Jim Dickinson! Jim embodied the spirit of independence in Memphis music, and he became a godfather and an inspiration for several generations of Memphis artists-musical, literary, and cinematic. He famously wrote his own epitaph: "I'm just dead, I'm not gone." and indeed, he remains an inspiration to this day.

This week we will spotlight Stax Records' legendary Voice of Change, Mavis Staples. She said, "I'm the messenger. That's my job- it has been my whole life-and I can't just give up while the struggle's still alive. We've got more work to do, so I'm going to keep on getting stronger and keep on delivering my message every single day." To learn more about Mavis Staples, go to her new tribute page. https://memphismusichalloffame.com/inductee/mavis-staples/

Happy birthday to MMHOF 2022 inductee, Booker T Jones! Booker T. Jones is a brilliant musical multi-hyphenate who was molded by his city's culture as a child before leaving his own indelible imprint as a world-renowned producer, songwriter, arranger, instrumentalist, and bandleader. To learn more about the Architect of the Memphis Soul Sound go to his new tribute page. https://memphismusichalloffame.com/inductee/booker-t-jones/

Introduce yourself to Memphis Music Hall of Fame's 2022 inductee, Fred Ford, aka "The Sax of Beale." He said "Music is the only common denominator that we have. I feel that music is closer to God than anything on the face of the earth because it has no language barriers." To learn more about Fred Ford, check out his Tribute Page. https://memphismusichalloffame.com/inductee/fred-ford/

The Memphis Music Hall of Fame is pleased to launch Tribute Pages for our eight incredible 2022 Memphis Music Hall of Fame inductees...2 each week, starting today. You will want to introduce yourself to these luminaries and learn more about them.

On this day in 1969, BB King joined The Rolling Stones on their American tour, which has been called "history's first mythic rock and roll tour." In 2017, Rolling Stone magazine ranked the tour among The 50 Greatest Concerts of the Last 50 Years.

We cannot be more grateful to all of these legendary musicians. We are humbled at the privilege of honoring these musicians, engineers, songwriters and record label visionaries who not only placed Memphis, Tennessee on the world map… but who changed the cultural complexion of our planet forever! Special night!

From the inductees to the performances, here is a look at some of the top moments from Memphis Music Hall of Fame's 2023 induction ceremony.

Memphis Music Hall of Fame: The biggest moments from this year's induction ceremony From the inductees to the performances, here is a look at some of the top moments from Memphis Music Hall of Fame's 2023 induction ceremony.

Join us tomorrow for Memphis music's biggest night of the year... the Memphis Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony presented by Memphis Travel, at The Cannon Center for the Performing Arts.
Special Guests include Grammy Winning Guitarist, Peter Frampton, Grammy Songwriter Jim Peterik from The Ides Of March, John Sebastian from The Lovin' Spoonful, Jeff Adams from Starship, Drumma Boy, Wendy Moten from The Voice, Jeffrey Steele, Stax Music Academy, Pastor Josh Bracy and Power Anointed, and Charlie Musselwhite.
Tickets are on sale now!
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Join us for Memphis Music's Biggest Event! Get your tickets today!

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Let's turn our attention to another incredible Stax legend being honored this Thursday at the Memphis Music Hall of Fame Induction: Don Nix!

Don was there from the very beginning of Stax Records, making history as one of the Mar-Keys whose chart-topping hit "Last Night" prompted the iconic switch from "Satellite Records" to STAX.

Songwriter, arranger, musician, composer, and author, Nix was in good company with the rest of the Mar-Keys, including Steve Cropper and Donald “Duck” Dunn. Perhaps best known for “Going Down,” the song has been covered by the likes of the The Rolling Stones, Deep Purple , Stevie Ray Vaughan, and dozens of others.

Don't miss this incredible ceremony happening Thursday night! Secure your tickets now through the link in our bio. 🎟️

Congratulations to Memphian Brandon Montel who advanced tonight on NBC’s “The Voice” with Team Gwen.

Make plans to attend Memphis music’s biggest night of the year… the Memphis Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony presented by Memphis Travel, on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at The Cannon Center for the Performing Arts.
Special Guests include Grammy Winning Guitarist, Peter Frampton, Grammy Songwriter Jim Peterik from The Ides Of March, John Sebastian from The Lovin' Spoonful, Jeff Adams from Starship, Drumma Boy, Wendy Moten from The Voice, Jeffrey Steele, Stax Music Academy, Pastor Josh Bracy and Power Anointed, and Charlie Musselwhite.
Tickets are on sale now!
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I'm honored to receive the Memphis Music Hall of Fame's Legacy Award and honor Don Nix next week! Tickets are available at
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We are so excited to unveil the Official 2023 Memphis Music Hall of Fame Commemorative Poster designed by Craig Thompson from Disciple Design! This morning he signed and numbered the limited-edition posters in preparation for our upcoming induction ceremony. Tickets are on sale now!

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Make plans to attend Memphis music’s biggest night of the year… the Memphis Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony presented by Memphis Travel, on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at The Cannon Center for the Performing Arts.
Special Guests include Grammy Winning Guitarist, Peter Frampton, John Sebastian from The Lovin' Spoonful, Jeff Adams from Starship, Drumma Boy, Wendy Moten from The Voice, and Charlie Musselwhite.
Tickets are on sale now!
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B005EFB974C2F76

Memphis Music Hall of Fame To pay tribute to, and further educate the world about, the Memphis Music icons who shook our planet

Blue Note Bourbon is the Official Bourbon of the Memphis Music Hall of Fame 2023 Induction ceremony. Grab a ticket and join us. 🎵💙🥃

We are proud to welcome Mempho Music Festival as the official stage sponsor for the 2023 Memphis Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.

Be sure to get your tickets to the best weekend ever!

MEMPHO FEST IS TOMORROW!!!!!! ⚡️

It's finally here. We have been so excited to hang out and listen to some awesome music together. It's going to be an epic weekend. See you all tomorrow!

Box office opens at 12:00 today. You can purchase your ticket or upgrade your GA pass to VIP at the box office, or you can purchase tickets online at memphofest.com/tickets

Gates open at 2:00PM tomorrow!

We are pleased to welcome Blue Note Bourbon as the "Official Bourbon Sponsor" for the 2023 Memphis Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. A limited number of VIP Tickets (first five rows) are still available and come with added amenities like a signed and numbered limited edition Hall of Fame Commemorative poster or admission to attend the special pre-event VIP reception. A specialty drink will be featured during the pre-show VIP Reception courtesy of Blue Note Bourbon. Be sure to get your tickets today!
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Happy Birthday to 2023 Memphis Music Hall of Fame Inductee, Don Nix! We can't wait to celebrate you on Thursday, October 12 for the Induction Ceremony! Tickets are on sale now!

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One of Beale Street’s most popular jug bands during the heyday of jug bands in the 1920s and 30s. Founded by banjo-payer Gus Cannon, their music later influenced rock bands like The Lovin' Spoonful and The Grateful Dead.

Congratulations to Cannon's Jug Stompers and to all our 2023 Hall of Fame Inductees!

Make plans to attend Memphis music’s biggest night of the year… the Memphis Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony presented by Memphis Travel, on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at The Cannon Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are on sale now!
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B005EFB974C2F76

She began at Stax Records as a recording artist and songwriter, however her impact as the matriarch who helped build the legend of Stax Records lasts more than 50 years… from a publicist for the artists that she grew up around to leading to the establishment of the Stax Museum of American Soul Music.

Congratulations to Deanie Parker and to all our 2023 Hall of Fame Inductees!

Make plans to attend Memphis music’s biggest night of the year… the Memphis Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony presented by Memphis Travel, on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at The Cannon Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are on sale now!

https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B005EFB974C2F76

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Congratulations to ARTSmemphis for 60 years... impacting arts and culture throughout Memphis. Since the Memphis Music Hall of Fame started in 2012, and with the development of the Hall of Fame Museum in 2015, ARTSmemphis has supported us all the way... helping us to elevate our city's legendary, world-changing musicians.