Memphis is the birthplace of blues and rock and an essential stop during a trip to the American South for those nostalgic for these musical genres. BB King made his debut there as did Elvis, who took up residence there. Graceland, the famous King's property, is one of the highlights of your stay in Memphis, as is Sun Studios, which recorded the greatest artists, Muddy Waters, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis... The spirit of the blues blows always on Beale Street, with its streets filled with clubs. But Memphis also has its dark side... This is where Martin Luther King was assassinated in 1963 on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel, now transformed into a Civil Rights museum.
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