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Beale Street Caravan

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Memphis
Blues Hall Of Fame
Music
Guy Davis
Blues Foundation
American Idol
Alexis Grace
Big Ass Truck
Germantown Community Theater
Memphis Music Scene
Ma Rainey
Stax Records
Elizabeth King
Soul Music
Blues Music
Blues
Overton Park Shell
Those Pretty Wrongs
R&B
Leo Bud Welch

For more than 20 years, BSC has been capturing and exporting the sounds of Memphis and the Delta region. It is our mission to celebrate the culture of our region by sharing our music with the world.

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It’s a holiday episode of Beale Street Caravan, featuring The Maitre D’s bringing Booker T. & The MGs album In The Christmas Spirit to life. This week’s episode was recorded live from the cutting floor of Studio A at the STAX Museum of American Soul ... more

This week we've got the delta blues - gypsy jazz - big band swing of the Squirrel Nut Zippers, featuring frontman Jimbo Mathus, to get us in the holiday spirit as they perform their 1998 album, Christmas Caravan, from start to finish.

Beale Street Caravan presents highlights from the Pure Memphis Happy Hour, presented by Music Export Memphis, at the 2025 AmericanaFest in Nashville. Enjoy live performances from The Stupid Reasons, Black Cream, Alexis Grace, Cyrena Wages, and John N... more

This week we feature Fat Possum Records recording artist, Liz Brasher. A recent Memphis transplant, this singer, songwriter, guitarist, and bandleader describes her sound as "garage rock meets the Delta blues meets gospel meets soul."

We caught up w... more

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Recent Guests

Jimbo Mathus
Bandleader of the Squirrel Nut Zippers
Squirrel Nut Zippers
Episode: Beale Street Caravan - Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan
Elizabeth K. Wynne
Executive Director of Music Export Memphis
Music Export Memphis
Episode: #3007 - Highlights from the Pure Memphis Happy Hour at AmericanaFest 2025
Liz Brasher
Fat Possum Recording Artist and emerging talent in Memphis music
Fat Possum Records
Episode: #3006 - Liz Brasher
Ravid Kahalani
Bandleader of Yemen Blues
Episode: #3003 - Yemen Blues
Paul Janeway
Lead singer of St Paul and The Broken Bones
St Paul and The Broken Bones
Episode: #3001 - St. Paul and the Broken Bones
Dr. Barbara Ching
Scholar and author specializing in cultural studies, professor at the University of Memphis
University of Memphis
Episode: #3001 - St. Paul and the Broken Bones
Susan Marshall
Singer and musician celebrating her latest album release
Episode: #2951 - Susan Marshall
Robert Gordon
Writer and documentary filmmaker specializing in Memphis music history
Episode: #2951 - Susan Marshall
Mack Orr
Singer and guitarist, founder of The Daddy Mack Blues Band
The Daddy Mack Blues Band
Episode: #2948 - The Daddy Mack Blues Band

Hosts

Pat Mitchell-Werley
Co-host responsible for curating live performances and interviews, offering insights into the Memphis music scene.
Kevin Cubbins
Co-host who brings enthusiasm and a unique perspective to discussions on Memphis music.
Jared JB. Boyd
Co-host engaged in discussions that bridge traditional blues and contemporary music dialogues.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Grateful

    SO glad this is a podcast. I enjoy every episode & love hearing new bands I otherwise would not have found. It’s one thing to find new artists, it’s another to find new artists whom you can hardly get enough of!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PSantoro
    United States6 years ago
  • Diverse

    This is one of the best musical variety shows I've ever heard.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    3TT driver
    United States12 years ago

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Beale Street Caravan - Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan
Q: How do you come back to a song? Do you look at it differently now?
Mathus reflects on how his past works are rooted in gut instinct, and although he wouldn't repeat everything, he appreciates his previous creativity and aims to improve it now.
Beale Street Caravan - Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan
Q: What makes you go back to a project?
Jimbo Mathus expresses the importance and legacy of the music, stating he feels it's significant to keep the music alive and venture into new creative avenues.
#3006 - Liz Brasher
Q: What were the connections that you were surprised to hear?
Liz discusses her significant discoveries within the blues and gospel music, particularly through the Staple Singers.
#3006 - Liz Brasher
Q: Tell me about your family.
Liz describes her family background and how she grew up in a musical household in the Dominican immigrant community.
#3006 - Liz Brasher
Q: How are you doing?
Liz expresses gratitude for being on the show and mentions she is doing well.

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Focuses on the vibrant music scene of Memphis and the Delta region, bringing listeners a rich blend of live performances, artist interviews, and discussions about various musical genres. Listeners can expect to hear from a diverse range of artists, including blues musicians, gospel singers, and contemporary bands, reflecting the cultural depth and history of Memphis music. The episodes often include unique insights into the creative processes of the featured musicians and the influence of regional music on broader musical trends. Overall, it serves as a dynamic platform for celebrating and promoting the local music culture while highlighting its significance in the larger musical landscape.

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Recent guests on Beale Street Caravan include:

1. Jimbo Mathus
2. Elizabeth K. Wynne
3. Liz Brasher
4. Ravid Kahalani
5. Paul Janeway
6. Dr. Barbara Ching
7. Susan Marshall
8. Robert Gordon

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