WYXR 91.7 FM — Raised By Sound
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The official Twitter home of Memphis’ new freeform community station, WYXR 91.7 FM. — The Station With The City’s Soul!
Memphis, TN
Joined February 2020
Sustaining Members always get the inside track. Become a monthly donor today and unlock early access to Raised By Sound Fest 2025 tickets before anyone else. Pre-sale opens this Wednesday, Sept. 10, at 10 a.m. CT.
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Happy 901 Day, y’all! Ⓜ️ 🥂 We’re stoked about showcasing the finest DJs in the city from @wyxr_memphis at the Incendia Dome. 💥🎧🔊
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Stereo Sessions returns Aug 13 with Billy Always—a synth-laced soul LP produced by Willie Mitchell at Royal Studios. A protégé of Aretha Franklin, Always reimagined Memphis soul for the ‘80s dancefloor, with special guest Boo Mitchell. 🎟️ RSVP: https://t.co/hUdfRZhytq
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TOMORROW, the House is expected to vote on a bill to claw back public media funding. 📞 Call your Representative today. Tell them: Vote NO on public media cuts. Learn more ways to help at https://t.co/BmgdfAAqJ4
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🍕 MEMPHIS! WYXR has the hookup for a hot slice of soul. St. Paul & The Broken Bones bring their Oasis Pizza Tour to Minglewood Hall on October 16. Use code "WYXR2025" this Thursday only, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., to secure pre-sale tickets. 🎟️ https://t.co/6T3RsJ4B3A
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The voices of Memphis power WYXR—and now we’re calling on yours. 🏆 Nominate: - WYXR for Best Radio Station - Your favorite WYXR show for Best Local Radio Show - Your favorite WYXR host for Best Radio Personality https://t.co/2ANlvM4myf
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Amy Jackson sat down with host Willy Bearden to share the music that’s guided her journey—from life alongside her husband, the late Wayne Jackson, to her work helping Memphis musicians recover royalties. Listen on demand now at https://t.co/59H3q1Do7k
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Our ceremony celebrating Memphians who've impacted both music and community returns this Black Music Month on June 26 at 6 p.m. in the National Civil Rights Museum. Save the date for The DOWD Awards and stay tuned for our announcement of this year's honorees.
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Dr. Ollie Liddell and one of his standout students, Decobie Simmons, sat down with WYXR's DJ Shmuel to share the story behind Memphis Central High School's recent historic win at Lincoln Center’s Essentially Ellington Competition. https://t.co/GGqcJDo3du
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We're thrilled to welcome our newest intern, Quincy, to the team this summer! “There’s something special happening between our city and this station,” he says. “And I’m honored to be a part of it.”
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Listen to our very own Shelby and Lauren detail the Overton Park Shell summer concert lineup in the Special Programming section of our archive. You can run it back and hear all the fun by visiting https://t.co/a0HwqsVNsC or downloading our app.
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WYXR salutes the independent Memphis musicians who keep our city's spirit alive. By honoring timeless traditions and daring to break new ground, you carry Memphis’ legacy forward—bridging its rich past with a boundless future. Thank you.
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A big ol' congratulations and best wishes to former interns, Canale, Arniece, and Kanecia, as they make their leap into life after college. Please give them a hip-hip hooray in the comments!
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Ross Rice returns to Memphis for one night only – Thursday, May 15 at Crosstown Arts’ Green Room. Flashing back to his days as a regular performer at the Blue Monkey, Ross will perform special selections from his catalog, including songs from his solo albums Umpteen and Dwight.
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District Attorney Steve Mulroy joins Chip Washington on "Real Talk Memphis," as many in our region search for answers following the recent Tyre Nichols verdict. Listen at 91.7 FM, on https://t.co/a0HwqsVNsC, or with the WYXR app tonight at 6 p.m.
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Before we drop the needle on Human Radio’s 1990 debut, join us for a free cocktail hour 🍸 sponsored by Duncan Williams Asset Management. 📅 May 14 | 5–6 p.m. (music starts at 6) 📍 Memphis Listening Lab 🎟️ RSVP: https://t.co/hUdfRZhytq
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Thanks to your support, we reached our goal! We appreciate every donation. You made this Pledge Drive a success for all our volunteers, staff, interns, listeners, members, and community!
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Special thank you to all of our Matching Sponsors who have helped to double dollars from our donors this week. We're 50% of the way toward our goal, and still need a big push from our listeners and supporters to make it to 100% by Saturday. Donate at https://t.co/a0HwqsVNsC
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We’re on day five of our Spring Pledge Drive, and we’re only at 38% of our fundraising goal. That means we’re behind – and we need your help to turn things around. Go to https://t.co/a0HwqsVNsC to DONATE.
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From April 5–12, WYXR returns to its roots—with a week of live programming that reflects who we are: a station built on music discovery, community voices, & listener support. Every block matters. Every gift builds something lasting. Help build. Give at https://t.co/a0HwqsVNsC.
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