Beale Street Caravan is a weekly NPR-distributed program from Memphis featuring live blues/roots performances and in-depth artist interviews, including Blues Hall of Fame segments. For PR, it offers access to established and emerging musicians with regional roots and cross-genre appeal, plus venue-driven storytelling. Booking opportunities vary from in-studio conversations to live performances, with a preference for authentic Memphis-connected talents.
200 episodes, Weekly, 4.6 rating
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info@bealestreetcaravan.com, rick@wicn.org
Each week, Beale Street Caravan brings the Sounds of Memphis to an international public radio audience. Live, concert performances from contemporary masters of blues, soul, folk, and rock n roll. The program is hosted by Pat Mitchell-Worley and Kevin Cubbins, with feature segments from industry insiders, writers, and musicologists. Beale Street Caravan is distributed by NPR. Go to our website to find a carrier station in your area.
Pat Mitchell-Worley, Kevin Cubbins
Music, Music Interviews, Arts, Society & Culture
Typical Credentials:
professional musician, songwriter, and music industry professional; often with Memphis roots; some guests have national or Grammy-level recognition
Required Achievements:
album releases, notable band associations, media appearances, awards/nominations (e.g., Grammy), performances at respected venues
Guy Davis - Blues Hall Of Fame Segment; Artist Interview, Luther Russell - Blues/roots Music; Artist Interview, Jody Stephens - Beale Street Caravan Interview; Big Star Influence; Blues/roots Music, Three Springs - Live Performance, Paul Taylor - Live Performance; Career
blues, live performance, Memphis music, artist interviews, album releases, Blues Hall of Fame, gospel influence, soul, rock n roll, concert venues