3:15-3:45pm

424 Wisdom St

For the first time, The Griot Collective of West Tennessee will be hosting a pre-event poetry porch! Hear readings from local authors’ poetry to kick off an event of good music and local art.

4:00-5:00pm

321 Crescent Ave.

sponsored by Jackson Clinic OB/GYN Department

We’re excited for the addition of a Kids’ Stage - the first Porchfest stage just for kids! Kids can enjoy performances by Music with Alice and Jackson Theatre Guild’s Guild Jr. They can also enjoy drinks from Jo Jo’s Blue Drink Stand.

Sponsored by HAVEN INSURANCE

Adam Carlucci has been an artist for 20+ years and he tends to lean into the different or unusual styles. He loves blending graffiti, tattoo, and neotraditional styles with classical and realism styles. He would be the guy to paint the Mona Lisa with tattoos on a skateboard. He truly just loves finding different ways to celebrate and practice creativity every day. He's honored to be a part of Porchfest.

sponsored by University of Memphis Lambuth

Tonight Only is the pseudonym project from producer, songwriter and musician from Joseph Kyle. Based out of Jackson Tennesee, the idea of Tonight Only came into fruition while Joe was in college, playing in bands and working on projects for some friends at school. Never feeling like he fit in, Joe started the project in reference to the time he has; usually “Tonight Only.” His first EP “Op 1.2.3.” is a cover project, with reimagining of popular songs as if they were apart of the opening sequence of an anime. Inspired by shows like “Full Metal Alchemist” “Naruto” and “Fire force” and using songs from artists such as “Taylor swift” “Don Henley” and “Bruno Mars” Tonight Only’s first original project “The Mixtapes, Vol.1 (Arcade Social)” is a collection of songs that transport the listener to their local arcade. Collaborating with local artists and getting inspiration from popular side scrollers; Tonight Only takes you on a journey through side scrollers and bonus levels.

sponsored by Personnel Placements

Euphonic are Jackson’s thrift store troubadours.  With a blend of punk rock and psychedelic surf they are the piece of candy in the couch cushion you didn’t know you wanted.  

Sponsored by IMPACT the Arts

Lex Renee’ is an R&B/Soul artist from Memphis, TN, blending timeless soul with raw, modern emotion. Her rich vocals and heartfelt lyrics create a sound that’s honest, powerful, and deeply rooted in her Memphis upbringing. With every performance, she draws listeners in with authenticity, grace, and undeniable soul.

Sponsored by Alan Castleman at hickman realty

DJ Von is an award-winning DJ whose music is influenced by James Brown, Michael Jackson, Coldplay, and Kanye West. Known for keeping his mixes precise yet original, Von started DJing in his Lane College dorm room in 2017, initially using just his computer before getting his first turntables in 2021.

Since then, he’s earned some impressive recognition—including the 2024 Memphis Hip-Hop Awards DJ of the Year, DJ of the Year at the Mary Jane Music Awards in 2023 and 2024, and Mississippi Who’s Who Concert DJ of the Year in 2024. He was also named the #1 Mobile DJ of 2024 by DaN’DustryPlugMagazine and made HBCUBuzz.com’s list of the Top 25 HBCU DJs in both 2020 and 2024.

Von has brought the party to more than 23 different colleges, universities, and high schools, and has DJ’d over 50 weddings and receptions since 2021. He even made a cameo appearance as an extra in Snoop Dogg’s film The Underdoggs. Music runs in the family, too—Von is a first cousin of Brittany Howard, the five-time Grammy-winning lead singer and guitarist of Alabama Shakes.

Sponsored by Capitol City Residential Healthcare

Mak Ro is a duo of Filipino-American cousins based in Memphis, TN: Eric Makapugay (Multi-Instrumentalist/Producer/Songwriter) and Kristoffer Ruaro (Singer/Producer/Songwriter). 

Eric builds a sonic world in which Kristoffer carves out meaningful stories. As Filipino-Americans and for Kristoffer, a queer artist, Mak Ro conveys their perspectives through their storytelling, making their mark not only in their hometown of Memphis, TN, but also on a broader international stage. 

Since breaking onto the scene in 2019, they've independently released 15 singles and a 4-track EP, all self-produced, recorded, and written. Most recently, Mak Ro released their highly anticipated debut album, Love in the Dark, in the fall of 2024. 

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