Even though they've been playing at venues, events, and parties for years, Memphis' own Mighty Souls Brass Band is finally releasing their first album today. To celebrate, I'm giving away three copies of the CD. Read on to find out how to win. (giveaway ended)

If you haven't made it to the Muddy's midtown location, I recommend it. I added it into my regular coffee shop rotation shortly after it opened in 2014.

Does Memphis need outside approval? Not really. But is it nice or otherwise just fun to get a little attention? I think so.

I haven't done a big roundup in a while, so here are 17 reasons to brag about Memphis in terms of national and international media coverage.

Happy Friday, Memphis! Here are the five things you won't want to miss in Memphis this weekend.

A sample of some of the food from last year's Soup Sunday (see #5).

On this month's I Love Memphis Podcast, my cohost Kevin Cerrito and I sit down with Memphis' party queen and owner of Paula and Raiford's Disco, the one and only Paula Raiford. 

I believe that just because you love a place doesn't mean you ignore its problems. And just because you're working hard and solving problems doesn't mean you can't have a little fun while you're at it. 

Photo from MEMFix: The Edge, fall 2014