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What is Raised by Sound Fest Presented by MEMPHO?

WYXR’s Raised By Sound Music Festival presented by MEMPHO is a concert event to be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025.

Raised By Sound Fest is designed to bring Memphians closer to seminal artists who have had a lasting impact on local music culture, while also introducing rising stars and showcasing artists from outside the city who have been influenced by Memphis’ rich musical history. Free live music will be in the Central and East Atriums all day. It culminates inside the Crosstown Theater for the headline show featuring Kurt Vile co-headling with Stephen Malkmus and an after-party with Larry Heard, Kid Millions and Cloudland Canyon.

Which events are free and which events are ticketed?

There’ll be free live music from 1 - 6:30 p.m. in the Central and East Atriums

• Blue Tom Revue 1 pm
• Deonna Sirod 2:10 pm
• Melinda 3 pm
• Jake Xerxes Fussell 3:55 pm
• Jay Som 5:30 pm

Ticketed fundraising events include Stephen Malkmus and Kurt Vile in the theater and the after party in the East Atrium. A VIP pass to Stephen Malkmus and Kurt Vile also gets you into the after party.

Getting here & parking

Where is Crosstown Concourse?

Crosstown Concourse, the vertical village WYXR calls home, is located at 1350 Concourse Avenue, Memphis, TN, 38104, in the heart of the city’s Midtown neighborhood. Be mindful of possible road closures due to large-scale events in the area on December 6.

How will Memphis Marathon street closures affect traffic to and from Crosstown Concourse?

While most of the marathon traffic will be cleared up by 1pm, we recommend avoiding North Parkway until later in the afternoon. You can get to Crosstown Concourse from Cleveland.

Map (blue lines note marathon course and should be avoided):

There’s also handy tips from St. Jude.

Where Can I Park at Crosstown Concourse?

Crosstown Concourse offers a variety of paid and free parking throughout the perimeter of its campus. For minimal hassle, we recommend parking your vehicle in the garage located directly near the front entrance of the Crosstown Concourse Central Atrium. Secondary options include side street and lot parking adjacent to the Crosstown Brewing Co.

Fundraising events

What does a VIP ticket get me?

You’ll get premium seating at the big show, free drinks in designated areas, swag designed by Faith Tatum/Archer, day-long access to the VIP Lounge and access to the after-party.

VIP Perks

• Premium seating at the show (first come, first served)
• Swag bag with a t-shirt, tote, commemorative poster and koozie
• Free drinks at the “under the stairs” bar in the central atrium
• Day-long access to the VIP lounge in the East Atrium, which includes:
  • Immersive art experiences
  • A full spread of delicious eats
  • A private space to kick back with fellow WYXR supporters, staff and DJs between shows
  • Free wine and beer
  • More to come!
• After party from 9 - 11pm in the East Atrium
  • Immersive musical and visual collab between Larry Heard, Kid Millions and Cloudland Canyon
  • Delicious eats
  • Complimentary drinks, including wine, beer and cocktails
  • More to come!

Where do I check in for my VIP wristband?

Go to the table at the south entrance of the Central Atrium and you’ll receive your VIP wristband. The VIP lounge is located in the East Atrium on the second floor off the central atrium. You can also get complimentary beer and wine from the Central Atrium Bar (under the stairs).

Central Atrium Bar

There will be a bar located behind the staircase in the central atrium. With your VIP wristband, you can get complimentary beer and wine. Open from 1 to 8 pm.

DJ after-party

Cap off Raised By Sound Fest at the after party featuring an immersive musical and visual collab between Larry Heard, Kid Millions and Cloudland Canyon from 9-11 pm in the East Atrium. The event includes free food and drinks, art experiences and so much more. Complimentary specialty cocktails, wine and beer.

Ticket check-in & seating

Where do I check in for the Stephen Malkmus and Kurt Vile theater show?

Come to the table near the south entrance of the Central Atrium at Crosstown Concourse starting at 1pm on Saturday. You will be given a wristband that gives you access to the appropriate areas.

How does seating work at the Stephen Malkmus and Kurt Vile theater show?

There are two sections - VIP and GA. It is first come, first served for both sections. You will get a wristband when you check in that defines which section you’ll be seated in. Doors open at 6:30.

If you need special accommodations for seating, please email liv@wyxr.org.

What if I just want to go to the After Party?

Tickets will be available to the after party on Sept. 12.

Food and beverage

Crosstown Concourse houses an array of options to eat and drink. But if you’d like complimentary food and drinks during the day and at the after party, you can purchase a VIP pass soon that gets you a premium seat at Stephen Malkmus and Kurt Vile AND the after party.

Merch

Will there be merch available?

The WYXR merch shop will be open during the festival, right outside the window of our studio in the Central Atrium in Crosstown Concourse. Items including t-shirts, caps, sweatshirts, stickers, magnets, and more. Plus limited-edition fest swag designed by Faith Tatum/Archer.

Volunteering

How do I volunteer at the fest?

Volunteers are the heart of WYXR and it’s no different during our festival. Check out our volunteer opportunities the day of the fest.

Supporting WYXR

How can I support WYXR's mission and programming before the festival and after?

As a nonprofit organization engaging the public, WYXR requires donated funds to sustain our mission on-air, operating costs off-air, and programming in the community. Your support of Raised By Sound Fest helps us evolve and grow, but you can support us further by donating and becoming a member. Visit our donate page to offer a gift that helps evolve community radio in Memphis.