‘Cupid Shuffle’ singer, Cedric Burnside to perform at Memphis in May barbecue contest
Bryson "Cupid' Bernard poses for a portrait Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025, in Las Vegas. (John Locher/AP)
As more than 200 pitmasters from 27 states and seven different countries go toe to toe during the barbecue competition, the “Line Dancing King” and a Grammy Award-winning local blues artist are among the entertainment.
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Joi Malone is a Milwaukee native and a graduate of East Tennessee State University. As an enthusiast of creativity, Joi strives to incorporate art and culture into her work in any way she can.
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