Mississippi – 50 States of Music

$108M

Music Industry Contribution to State GDP

Economists Inc.

1,737

Jobs Supported

Economists Inc.

265

Music Establishments

A2IM/Economists Inc./NIVA

1,527

Royalty Recipients

SAG-AFTRA/SoundExchange

13,940

Songwriters

ASCAP/BMI/GMR/SESAC

As birthplace of Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, John Lee Hooker, and B.B. King,

it is no wonder that Mississippi is known as home of the blues. But the state, where music remains a proud tradition, has also produced breakout stars in other genres, including Elvis Presley, Faith Hill, and Jimmy Buffett.

Some
Notable
Musicians

  • 3 Doors Down
  • B.B. King
  • Elvis Presley
  • Faith Hill
  • Jimmy Buffett
  • LeAnn Rimes
  • Rick Ross
  • Robert Johnson

    Music Venues & Festivals

    • Deep Blues Festival
    • Duling Hall
    • Hattiesburg Saenger Theater
    • Landers Center
    • Martins Downtown
    • Mississippi Coast Coliseum
    • Mississippi Coliseum
    • New Roxy
    • Proud Larry’s
    • Rick's Cafe
    • The Lyric Oxford

    Music Schools

    • University of Southern Mississippi
    • University of Mississippi

    Major Music Conferences

    • Jackson Indie Music Week
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