$108M
Music Industry Contribution to State GDP
Economists Inc.1,737
Jobs Supported
Economists Inc.265
Music Establishments
A2IM/Economists Inc./NIVA1,527
Royalty Recipients
SAG-AFTRA/SoundExchange13,940
Songwriters
ASCAP/BMI/GMR/SESACAs 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