“Memphis R&B Is Not Dead” with Trinity Adair & Phillip Bond

The Green Room at Crosstown Arts

Saturday, January 31, 2025

Doors open at 7 PM | Show starts at 7:30 PM

$20 in advance (plus fees) | $25 at the door

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In early 2025, online discourse reignited a long-standing conversation about the state of the Memphis R&B scene—and, more broadly, the misconception that Memphis music exists in only one lane. The truth is far richer: Memphis is home to a dynamic spectrum of sound, from alternative to traditional genres, each brimming with artistry, identity, and cultural weight. For those who claim they can only hear one genre, they simply aren’t listening closely enough. This collaboration between Trinity Adair and Phillip Bond aims to change that.

Trinity Adair is a Nashville-raised singer-songwriter and recent University of Memphis Music Business graduate whose Memphis journey has been defined by passion, curiosity, and community. Trinity has already left her mark on the city—hosting the weekly radio show For the Gworlz on 91.7 FM WYXR, collaborating with a diverse roster of local artists, and contributing her talents to the historic Overton Park Shell.

Phillip Bond is a 29-year-old Tennessee native. Born in Jackson and raised in Memphis, his roots bleed music, imagination, and authenticity. From performing at a young age in church and in choirs to performing as a background singer for Kristen Chenoweth, Phillip knows that music is what he was destined for. While he was studying at the University of Memphis, he went on to perform in multiple choir groups, feature in Pentatonix’s music video for “O Come, All Ye Faithful”, opened for K Michelle and Jeremiah, and sang with American soprano, Angela Brown.

This show doesn’t just entertain; it proves a point: Memphis music is alive, expansive, and more diverse than ever.