Witness ft. Black Nimbus

What is Witness?

Witness is an interactive creative experience for curious listeners interested in learning more about the artists they love and the music they make. Unfiltered. Mean People Create and Memphis Magnetic Recording Studio have teamed up to showcase artists in an intimate setting within the walls of a world class, "purpose built, classic analog recording studio."

Featuring ground-breaking artists and expert musicianship, Witness offers audiences an inside look into the world of live recording. Sounds dope right?

What will Witness remind you of?

Probably MTV's 'Unplugged.' Witness was definitely inspired by it! A staple of MTV's programming lineup in the 1990s, `Unplugged' featured popular artists performing acoustic -- or unplugged -- versions of some of their biggest hits, offering their fans a chance to experience favorite tunes in a new way. A number of the performances were subsequently released as live albums, in some cases earning Grammy Awards for the artists.

Thinking about waiting to buy your ticket at the door?

Please reconsider! Due to limited seating and space, ONLINE SALES ARE STRONGLY SUGGESTED TO ENSURE ADMISSION. There are ONLY 50 seats, and when they're gone, well you know the rest.

Anything else?

Be sure to check out the bios and links below to learn more about Black Nimbus and Memphis Magnetic Recording Studio. November 22nd will be EPIC! Make sure you are there to be a witness!

About Black Nimbus:

Black Nimbus is redefining the sound of modern jazz with a bold, genre-blending style that’s electrifying Miami and beyond. This powerhouse collective has quickly become a must-watch act, captivating audiences with their virtuosic performances and magnetic stage presence. Their recent solo arrangement of Herbie Hancock’s “One Finger Snap” at Chords and Curiosities left the crowd in awe, showcasing their technical brilliance and fearless creativity.

The band’s 59-minute feature on WDNA Radio’s UM Frost Jazz Hour was a masterclass in musical storytelling, led by the visionary Martin Carodine. With a lineup of elite talent—@mack.mash, @martin.music.floating, @sario.manchez, @daniel_alonso_music, and @nick_pickos—Black Nimbus is more than a band; they’re a movement.

Their social media presence is booming, with behind-the-scenes content, live clips, and fan-favorite moments lighting up Instagram. Whether performing at iconic venues like WDNA’s Coral Way studio or dropping fresh tracks on SoundClick, Black Nimbus is building a legacy.

With new shows and collaborations on the horizon, this is the moment to get on board. Black Nimbus isn’t just playing music—they’re shaping the future of it.

About Memphis Magnetic Recording Company:

Memphis Magnetic Recording Co. is a purpose built vintage analog recording studio designed for engineer/producer Scott McEwen by Suffolk Studio Design.

Memphis Magnetic Recording is a world class recording studio located in Memphis, Tennessee. The studio is “analog-centric” and boasts a wide variety of vintage gear and is committed to delivering an authentic analog sound and experience.

Learn more here: memphismagneticrecording.com

Meet the Host

Jared “Jay B.” Boyd is a multimedia journalist, DJ, and on-air personality based in Memphis, Tennessee. He is co-founder of the nonprofit freeform radio station WYXR 91.7 FM, where he serves as program manager. Boyd writes regularly about the city’s musical legacy and evolving scene for Memphis-based outlets like the Daily Memphian and Memphis Flyer. He has contributed liner notes to The Gospel Truth: Complete Singles Collection, The Truth Is Where It’s At: A Gospel Truth Collection, and a reissue of Frederick Knight’s album I’ve Been Lonely for So Long. Boyd also writes a monthly column for Stax Records’ website and newsletter. As co-host of Beale St. Caravan, a globally syndicated roots music show via NPR, Boyd shares the vast landscape of Memphis music with a broad audience. He also performs as DJ Bizzle Bluebland.