Live Music In Memphis This Month: 8 Shows to See in February

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5

Mary Hatley at Growlers

Doors 7 p.m., Show 8 p.m. / $17+

Mary Hatley has been quietly becoming one of Memphis’s most compelling voices in the americana/country space. Her album released last year, The Poison I Choose, was one of my favorites and you should definitely give it a listen. Recommended if you like Amanda Shires or Brandi Carlile. Growlers is perfect for an intimate listen. 
 

Foxbody at Havenhaus

Doors 7 p.m., Show 8 p.m. / Cover at Door

I cannot say more about how cool Havenhaus is and how you need to get to a show here. Grab a soul burger next door at Ernestine’s and head over for a cool show from a local artist you may not have heard of. Foxbody is sort of hard to explain, but it’s incredibly cool, lo-fi music that you can tell is made from the heart. Some of it reminds me of the band Foxing and some of it reminds me of Fred Again, so yeah it’s all over the place but spectacular all the same. 

Diana Krall at Orpheum Theatre

Show 7:30 p.m. / $33+

It’s a match made in heaven for anyone into beautiful jazz singing at an elegant place like The Orpheum. Diana Krall’s voice and piano touch are tailor-made for space like this. Beautiful, relaxed, and timeless and this is one of those shows where every note feels intentional. Come see the Grammy-award winner who was voted as a top jazz artist of the decade. 

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6

James McMurtry and the Martial Law Review at Minglewood Hall

Doors 7 p.m., Show 8 p.m. / $35+

 One of the sharpest writers to ever do it. James McMurtry’s songs cut deep, telling American stories without dressing them up or softening the edges. This will be a loud, no-nonsense night of roots rock that always hits harder live than on record. And, damn, the songs are just so good. Choctow Bingo is going to go so hard.   

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13

DJ A.D at Lafayette’s Music Room

Doors 6 p.m., Show 7 p.m. / $23+

A proper Galentine’s night out for the ladies. As the best DJ in the entire city, DJ A.D knows how to read a room and keep it moving, blending throwbacks, dancefloor staples, and just enough chaos to make the night an unforgettable one. She’s just the greatest. I’ve never been to a DJ set of hers that was anything short of incredible. 

 

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20

Don Trip at Minglewood Hall

Doors 7 p.m., Show 8 p.m. / $46+

Don Trip is Memphis rap royalty doing it for the city at all times. Expect a hometown crowd and heavy bass that just hits different live.  

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25
 

Sex Mex at Hi-Tone Cafe

Doors 7 p.m., Show 8 p.m. / $13.50

I discovered this band while looking up what was playing this month for the blog and holy crap. This is just pure, unfiltered rock chaos. If you love punk music, you cannot miss this. And can I just say, what an awesome band name. I’m obsessed with this band and will not be missing this show. 

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26

Jaime Wyatt at Hernando’s Hide-A-Way

Doors 7 p.m., Show 8 p.m. / $29+

Jaime Wyatt’s outlaw country edge just feels right at home in Hernando’s. I first heard her music when she dropped her fantastic album, Neon Cross, in 2020. Her songs are raw and lived-in, and this venue remains one of my favorites in the city for that type of music. She has an incredible voice and is well worth the price of admission. 
 

For more, check out: I Love Memphis Music Calendar