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The vibrant tapestry of Memphis' rich musical heritage will once again take center stage at the second annual WYXR Dowd Awards. Named in honor of Nathaniel Dowd Williams (Nat D. Williams), a distinguished Memphis radio jockey and educator, these awards recognize individuals whose contributions transcend musical excellence, reaching into the realms of community service and cultural enrichment. Our 2024 Honorees: - Larry "Mr. Fingers" Heard: Father of Deep House - Jason "Da Hater" Harris: Verbal Virtuoso, Pioneer of Empowerment - Yvonne and Lorraine Mitchell: Guardians of Soulful Legacies, Gourmet Maestros - Deborah Swiney: Melodic Enchantress, Fusion Artisan - Cherisse Scott: Soulful Trailblazer, Champion of Reproductive Justice - Martha Jean “The Queen” Steinberg (1930-2000), Queen of the Airwaves, Memphis Radio Visionary and Community Connector