Corinth, MS
Music connected to Corinth
About Corinth
- • Blues musician W.C. Handy, the 'Father of the Blues,' was born near Corinth.
- • The Siege of Corinth, a key Civil War event, originated here.
- • Its strategic railroad junction during the Civil War cemented Corinth's importance.
- • Corinth was briefly the capital of Mississippi during the Civil War in 1862.
- • The Civil War's Battle of Corinth in 1862 devastated the town and surrounding area.
- • Named after the ancient Greek city, Corinth was established in 1854.
- • Home to 14,740, Corinth's population is smaller than nearby Tupelo's.
- • At 433 feet above sea level, Corinth is hillier than much of the Delta region.
- • Manufacturing and healthcare are key sectors in Corinth's economy.
- • Corinth feels like a place steeped in history, with a resilient spirit.
- • The Memphis Grizzlies, the closest NBA team, are about 90 miles away.
- • Corinth High School has a strong football tradition, winning multiple state championships.
Artists From Corinth
Songs About Corinth
The Jacket
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when johnny comes marching home
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blue light
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