Memphis Slim Collaboratory

02/20/2025

Calling All Soul & Gospel Artists! 🎶

Memphis Slim House is looking for an artist to perform a 30-40 minute soul and gospel set at Tennessee House during SXSW in Austin, TX on Sunday, March 9, as part of our Soulful Brunch for 901 Day. This event will bring together 50-100 guests, including SXSW badge holders, St. Jude, FedEx, and xAI for a celebration of Memphis culture in downtown Austin.

Artists must be able to travel to Austin and bring any backing music or instruments needed for their set. A stipend is available to assist with travel/lodging, plus a small performance fee.

If you’re interested, contact us at [email protected] ASAP! We’re looking to confirm an artist in the next few days. Let’s bring the soulful sound of Memphis to Austin! 🎤🔥

01/23/2025

🎶 Calling All Artists, Bands, and Creatives! 🎶

Looking for the perfect spot to fine-tune your craft? The LIVE Room at Memphis Slim Collaboratory is open and ready for YOU! Whether you’re rehearsing for your next big gig, working on new music, or just need a space to vibe with your band, the LIVE Room is equipped to meet your needs.

✅ Sound-Ready Space
✅ Creative Vibes
✅ Affordable Rates

This is more than just a rehearsal room—it’s where Memphis music magic happens. 🎤✨

📅 Don’t wait—secure your session today!
Visit memphisslimhouse.org to book your time in the LIVE Room. Let’s make some noise, Memphis!

01/02/2025

Exciting updates from Memphis Slim Collaboratory:

🎸 Live Room Rate Change
Starting January 1, 2025, rehearsals in the Live Room will be $25/hour. Book here: https://bookslimhouse.as.me/

📅 Times are subject to staff availability and must be confirmed via email.

🎨 Membership Models Under Review
We’ve sunset our old memberships and are working on something new! Want to help shape the future? Join our Member Planning Workgroup and share your ideas.

👉 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/iKT5pzufx7grcZY39

Thank you for being part of the Slim House family. Let’s create the future together! ✨

12/30/2024

Help Shape the Future of Memphis Slim Collaboratory!

We’re planning big things for the future, and your voice is key! Join one of our three workgroups to help guide the direction of Memphis Slim Collaboratory:

🎶 Strategic Vision and Planning – Help shape our goals and road map.
🌟 Programming and Community Engagement – Help design impactful events and initiatives.
💼 Fundraising and Resource Development – Help secure resources to sustain our mission.

Why Join?
• Share Your Voice: Your ideas matter!
• Collaborate: Work with a passionate team.
• Make an Impact: Help us grow and thrive.

Sign up today to join the conversation:

We are seeking your valuable input and participation in the planning sessions for Memphis Slim Collaboratory. Please take a moment to share your interests and availability to contribute to one or more of our strategic workgroups. Thank you for being part of our journey!

12/15/2024

🎟 Memphis Slim Holiday Party is SOLD OUT! 🎄✨

Wow! Thank you, Memphis! Tickets to the Memphis Slim Holiday Party are officially SOLD OUT. We’re beyond excited to welcome everyone who RSVP’d to this one-of-a-kind celebration as we re-activate Slim House!

Missed out? Don’t worry—this is just the start of many great events to come at Slim House. Be sure to follow us for updates and announcements about future events!

You can still support our work by donating today. Every gift you give goes toward educating, supporting and inspiring Memphis artist, musicians, and creatives. https://givebutter.com/N2nmal

12/14/2024

🎟 Only 15 Tickets Left for the Memphis Slim Holiday Party! 🎄✨

Let’s close out the year with good vibes, great company, and an unforgettable celebration. RSVP today!

12/13/2024

🎄🎶 RSVP Now for the Memphis Slim Holiday Party! 🎨✨

This isn’t your average holiday gathering—it’s a full-on celebration of art, music, and community. Here’s what’s in store:

🔥 Cigar Lounge in the Backyard: Relax and unwind in style with BeLeaf Cigar Company

RSVP now: https://tinyurl.com/yf4e374h

12/13/2024

🎄🎶 RSVP Now for the Memphis Slim Holiday Party! 🎨✨

This isn’t your average holiday gathering—it’s a full-on celebration of art, music, and community. Here’s what’s in store:

🍴 Delicious Food: Treat your taste buds to festive bites by 6’Million Catering.

RSVP now to secure your spot: https://tinyurl.com/yf4e374h

12/12/2024

🎄🎶 RSVP Now for the Memphis Slim Holiday Party! 🎨✨

This isn’t your average holiday gathering—it’s a full-on celebration of art, music, and community. Here’s what’s in store:

🥂 Festive Drinks: Celebrate the season with holiday-themed cocktails crafted by A Splash of Shauntel Bartending Service.

RSVP now: https://tinyurl.com/yf4e374h

12/12/2024

🎄🎶 RSVP Now for the Memphis Slim Holiday Party! 🎨✨

This isn’t your average holiday gathering—it’s a full-on celebration of art, music, and community. Here’s what’s in store:

🎤 Live Karaoke in the Studio: Step up to the mic and show off your vocal talent backed by Mike Mosby & da Band!

RSVP now: https://tinyurl.com/yf4e374h

12/09/2024

🎄🎶 RSVP Now for the Memphis Slim Holiday Party! 🎨✨

Tickets are FREE, but they’re going fast—don’t miss your chance to join us for an unforgettable evening as we re-activate Slim House for the holiday!

RSVP now to secure your spot:

Join us on Dec. 17 at 7 PM for the Memphis Slim Holiday Mixer! There will be live music, cocktails, festive fun, and more. RSVP now!

12/05/2024

🎄✨ Join Us for the Memphis Slim Holiday Party! ✨🎄

Get ready to celebrate the season in style at Memphis Slim Collaboratory's Holiday Party, featuring the incredible gallery artist Angie Carwell! 🎨🌟

This is more than just a party—it’s an experience with Memphis creatives!

Angelita Carwell's stunning artwork will take center stage, transforming the Slim House gallery into an interactive experience of therapeutic creativity. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a music lover, or just looking to spread some holiday cheer, this is the place to be.

RSVP today!!! https://tinyurl.com/yf4e374h

11/25/2024

🎶 Music, Merriment, & Magic at Memphis Slim! 🎄

Join us at the Memphis Slim Collaboratory on December 17, 2024, at 7:00 PM for an unforgettable holiday celebration! Let the spirit of the season bring us together for an evening filled with joy, laughter, and soulful connections.

✨ What to Expect:

Live acoustic holiday karaoke 🎤
A festive jam session with local musicians 🎶
A photo booth with a Memphis music twist 📸
Signature holiday cocktails & delicious bites 🍹
Interactive experiences to spark holiday cheer!
Let’s come together to make this holiday season magical, soulful, and full of community love. Don’t miss out on this festive evening at Memphis Slim!

🎟 RSVP Now to Reserve Your Spot!

📍 Memphis Slim Collaboratory
1130 College Street, Memphis, TN 38106

For more details, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/memphis-slim-holiday-mixer-tickets-1095403604669?aff=oddtdtcreator

Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable—see you there! 🎄✨

Please consider a donation to Memphis Slim when you RSVP.

09/03/2024

Today marks what would’ve been Memphis Slim’s 109th birthday! Born this day in 1915, Slim went on to captivate the world with his jump blues and charismatic stage presence. We celebrate his spirit of musical & entrepreneurial excellence today and everyday through our work.

07/22/2024

We’re excited to announce the return of ‘Soulin on the River’ to Fourth Bluff Park, featuring .j._willis

“Soulin’ on the River” is a family-friendly sampling of the new sound of Memphis Soul featuring four great bands from July thru September in Fourth Bluff Park! 🤩 And what could be a better backdrop than the Mighty Mississippi?

THIS FRIDAY, Zsa Davis () will be bringing the vibes! All you gotta do is . Here’s the deets 👇

✨ Friday, July 26th
✨ FREE admission
✨ Gates open @ 7pm
✨ Music starts @ 8pm
✨ BYO chairs/blankets
✨ Coolers are welcome!
✨ Food trucks + full service bar!

Soulin’ On the River is presented by Memphis Slim Collaboratory, in partnership with Memphis River Parks Partnership and Overton Park Shell

RSVP 🔗 in bio!

06/06/2024

“After "BBL Drizzy" was sampled in Sexyy Red and Drake's new single "U My Everything," it required a lawyer to create a procedure for clearing AI samples. It's never been done before.”

After Sexyy Red and Drake sampled “BBL Drizzy” in new single “U My Everything,” it required a lawyer to create a procedure for clearing AI samples.

04/15/2024

🗣️Calling all artists in the Greater Memphis area! Getting ready for those spring/summer gigs and tours? New member enrollment is NOW-5/15! Schedule an appointment today👇🏾

https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/0841a6a5/appointment/61824036/calendar/10031761?calendarIds=10031761

03/21/2024

“While Tennessee’s existing law protects name, image and likeness, it doesn’t specifically address new, personalized generative AI cloning models and services that enable human impersonation and allow users to make unauthorized fake works in the image and voice of others. Artists and musicians at all levels are facing exploitation and the theft of their integrity, identity, and humanity. This threatens the future of Tennessee’s creators, the jobs that they support across the state and country, and the bonds between fans and their favorite bands.

The ELVIS Act would be the first legislation of its kind in the nation to build upon existing state rule protecting against the unauthorized use of someone’s likeness by adding “voice” to the realm it protects.”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced the Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security (ELVIS) Act, a bill updating Tennessee’s Protection of Personal Rights law to include protections for songwriters, performers, and music industry professionals’ voice from the misuse ...