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The Legacy of Willie Mitchell

A large vault of reels and gold records is ample evidence of the important role of Willie Mitchell and Royal Studios in the legacy of Memphis music, 10/18/12

Royal Recording Studios Reception, South Memphis

Last week on Thursday, October 18, a reception was held at legendary Royal Recording Studios in South Memphis to announce the opening of Royal Entertainment Services, a booking agency that will be operating in conjunction with the studio.

Memphis Music Hall of Fame Press Conference at the Warehouse

On Tuesday October 16, 2012, a press conference and reception was held at The Warehouse to announce the formation of the Memphis Music Hall of Fame. Memphis Mayor A. C. Wharton and Congressman Steve Cohen were on hand for the festivities, as were Al Kapone, Bobby “Blue” Bland, Kirk Whalum, Jody Stephens of Ardent Studios and Big Star, Jerry Phillips, Boo Mitchell of Royal Studios, Judy Fizer of the Center for Southern Folklore and constant Memphis music supporter Kris Kourdevelis.