I had a blast at the 2011 Beale Street Music Festival!  So many great bands and kind folk made for a dynamic experience.  I recommend this festival to anyone who likes American music.  Memphis, the home of the blues and rock-n-roll, makes a fitting backdrop for this epic event.  Here is my top 10 list for the 2011 Beale Street Music Festival: 10.  Don't expect to get near the stage when Mellencamp is playing! 9.  Increase your food and beverage budget as it goes fast! 8.  Bring a blanket to sit on when you need a rest, or it will look like you had an unfortunate accident! 7.  Watch out for random tall people... Get to the stage early if you are vertically challenged.  6.  Take a break from the festival and check out Beale Street - you will find some of the best musicians there! 5. Embrace the porta-potty - as that is pretty much your only option! 4.  Seek cover at the blues tent, drink a beer, and listen to how the pros jam! 3.  Charge that phone!  You wil