Welcome to your guide to experiencing Memphis music at this year’s Folk Alliance International festival and conference! As Memphis’ music export organization, we’re thrilled to be shining a light on our city this week, with showcases every night, official juried artists throughout the week, and hosted panels and sessions. Take a look at the schedule highlights below and review our private showcase schedule in the linked guide. See an artist you love? Find their bio and contact details for booking, management and publicity right here. You can also be on the lookout for the blue “I’m from Memphis” ribbons – we’ll be easy to find this week!
Official Showcases
Marcella Simien
9:40 p.m. Thursday 1/22 | Rhythms III – Floor 2
Doug MacLeod
8:40 p.m. Thursday 1/22 | Borgne – Floor 3
Aybil
8:20 p.m. Friday 1/23 | Maurepas – Floor 3
Music Export Offices Peer Session
Friday Jan. 23 | 10:30 a.m. | Evergreen – Floor 4
Hosted by MEM, this session will explore best practices in international market development, cross-border partnerships, funding models, and showcasing initiatives.
Private Showcases
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday | 10:30 p.m. – ??
Memphis As Folk | Room 1012
Join us nightly for performances by our full roster of Memphis showcasing artists (scroll through below or click to download the full guide in PDF).
Showcasing Artists
