Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble @ Wildey Theatre
2026-01-24 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
FIRST TIME AT THE WILDEY!

Six-time Grammy winner Don Was has had an illustrious career. As a producer, he won Album of the Year in 1989 with Bonnie Raitt; he has worked with mega stars including The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Carly Simon, Willie Nelson, Elton John, and Brian Wilson just to name a few. He also has a British Academy Award and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Americana Music Association. Was is also currently the president of Blue Note Records, probably the most revered jazz label of all time, and has spent the past seven years as part of Bob Weir’s trio Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros.
Launched in 2024, the nine-piece soul jazz band draws inspiration from Motor City’s wide-ranging musical history, citing influences ranging from John Lee Hooker, Donald Byrd, and Joe Henderson to George Clinton, Mitch Ryder, The Stooges, and Electrifying Mojo. Led by Was with Dave McMurray on sax, Luis Resto on keys, Vincent Chandler on trombone, John Douglas on trumpet, Jeff Canaday on drums, Mahindi Masai on percussion, Wayne Gerard on guitar, and Steffanie Christi’an on vocals, the band debuted last spring, performing a mix of originals and songs by Yusef Lateef, Olu Dara, Henry Threadgill, and more during a short run spanning intimate clubs, historic concert halls, and major festival stages.
“There’s a unique sound and feel to Detroit that permeates the music in a way that resonates all over the globe,” said Was. “There is a rawness, a lack of pretension and an unmistakable, underlying groove that reflects the people and culture of the entire city.” Was characterized the band’s sound as “jazzy and improvisational but also glued together with a sinewy R&B groove.” “It’s not slick or smooth — it’s a very raw, honest, Detroit kind of thing,” he explained.

He went on to describe how his experiences touring with Bob Weir and working with artists on the Blue Note roster “have pointed the way towards realizing that sound,” adding, “The Pan Detroit Ensemble finally manifests that ‘thing’ I’ve been pursuing. The intention is to make communicative music that gets under the listener’s skin and brings them some joy, comfort and understanding in deeply troubled times. It’s all connected.”
The band’s debut album “Groove In The Face of Adversity” was released in October 2025. This show will feature tracks from this debut album, and the band is also celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Grateful Dead’s “Blues For Allah” by playing the album in its entirety.

Donavon Frankenreiter @ City Winery-STL
2026-01-25 19:00 | City Winery-STL, 3730 Foundry Way, St Louis, MO, 63110, United States
For nearly two decades Donavon Frankenreiter has been traveling the globe, first as a professional surfer and now as a musician. Born in Southern California, Donavon spent most of his youth chasing waves, turning pro at the age of 16.
These days instead of surf competitions, it’s concert halls that bring Frankenreiter to town, where he entertains audiences with his unique blend of laid-back grooves, philosophical lyrics and soulful delivery.
This year, Frankenreiter is releasing his first studio in 9 years, out September 20, 2024. The album, entitled Get Outta Your Mind, marks the 20 year anniversary of his self-titled debut album.

Big Head Todd & the Monsters @ The Pageant
2026-01-29 19:30 | The Pageant, 6161 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO, 63112, United States
In this life, very few friendships withstand the test of time. Naturally, people go their separate ways and chase their own dreams. As rare as it may be for friendships to last a lifetime, it might be even rarer for a band to stick together for the long haul. For close to four decades, the members of Big Head Todd and The Monsters—Todd Park Mohr [vocals, guitar, keys, sax, harmonica], Brian Nevin [drums], Rob Squires [bass, vocals], and Jeremy Lawton [keyboards, lap pedal/steel guitar, vocals]—have continued to both throw down in the studio and light up stages worldwide. Rallying around a core vision, the platinum-selling Colorado quartet kick out the kind of blues-drenched rock ‘n’ roll bangers that make you want to rev the engine a little louder, sing along like no one’s looking, and live a little freer.
As the story goes, Todd, Brian, and Rob unlocked their musical partnership during high school when they started jamming in the early eighties. Fast forward to 1986, they adopted the moniker Big Head Todd and The Monsters. BHTM released 2 successful independent records on their own BIG Records, Another Mayberry (1989) and Midnight Radio (1990) before drawing the attention of music industry titans and signing with Irving Azoff, Chuck Morris, and Frank Barsalona in 1992. They broke nationally with the platinum-certified staple Sister Sweetly (1993) which yielded four top 10 rock radio hits. They continued to progress with Strategem [1994] and Beautiful World [1997] which yielded several more rock radio hits including Boom Boom featuring John Lee Hooker. The band is continually touring and recording and has continued to put out albums that have received critical acclaim from both fans and press.
Among other milestones, their music literally reached the heavens when they played “Blue Sky” live at NASA Mission Control, delivering a celestial wakeup for astronauts aboard the International Space Station. They’ve toured and recorded with many rock and blues legends including B.B. King, Neil Young, The Allman Brothers, Hubert Sumlin, David “Honeyboy” Edwards, Dave Matthews Band, The Eagles and their personal favorite Robert Plant. Not to mention, they attained hometown hero status by headlining Red Rocks Amphitheatre 35 times in addition to earning induction into the Colorado Music Hall of Fame in 2023.
In the end, the future looks as bright as ever for these longtime friends.
“We work very hard at being a great band,” Todd leaves off. “We’re also a group that cares for each other. We’ve been together for almost 40 years. Our audience has made it all possible, and we’re grateful and determined to keep playing.”

Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country @ The Sovereign
2026-01-30 20:00 | The Sovereign, 3300 Washington Ave, St Louis, MO, 63103, United States
Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country is a unique blend of traditional country music infused with elements of rock, bluegrass, and funk, showcasing a vibrant and improvisational musical style.
Daniel Donato is a talented guitarist and singer-songwriter who has carved out a niche in the music scene with his Cosmic Country project. His style combines the rich traditions of Nashville honky-tonks with an improvisational spirit, creating a sound that resonates with a wide audience. He began his career busking on the streets of Nashville and has since evolved into a prominent figure in the cosmic country genre, often compared to artists like Billy Strings.
He calls it Cosmic Country, a moniker that’s both self-descriptive and a statement of purpose. It’s an organic rock band aesthetic with plenty of roadhouse twang, a showcase for Donato’s instrumental virtuosity and facility for melodically infectious songcraft. Bridging Nashville and the Great West, Kentucky and mid-60s northern California, tie-dye and plaid, it’s a world of his own, and wide world of musical adventure at that.
“I think Cosmic Country is a tale as old as time, really,” Donato explains. “It’s yin and yang in a musical form. It’s three chords and the truth, and then on the other side it’s exploration and bravery.

Black Magic - The Santana Experience @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC
2026-01-31 19:00 | Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC, 210 E Monroe Ave, Kirkwood, MO, MO, 63122, United States
In the Ross Family Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
Black Magic honors the music of guitar legend Carlos Santana, who attributes his music’s popularity to the blending of African based rhythms, bluesy organ, and of course that melodic guitar played straight from the heart.
Black Magic stays true to this formula and focuses heavily on the authenticity of Santana’s live concerts. Their audience is taken on a journey throughout Santana’s incredible 50+ year career with classics from the Woodstock Era (“Black Magic Woman” and “Oye Como Va”), tributes to his passionate and powerful ballads (“Europa” and “Samba Pa Ti”), and also performing his current Grammy hits (“Smooth” and “Maria Maria”).
Always creating an energetic yet soulful performance, Black Magic delivers the true Santana Experience.
Media Sponsor: RootsFM

All Together Now: Beatles Tribute @ Old Rockhouse
2026-01-31 19:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
Hailing from the vibrant music scene of St. Louis, Missouri, All Together Now is a powerhouse tribute band dedicated to celebrating the timeless music of The Beatles. Comprising a lineup of seasoned professionals, All Together Now boasts an impressive collective of musicianship including members of El Monstero, The Hard Promises and Son Volt. With each member bringing their own unique flair and expertise to the table, the band flawlessly captures the essence of The Beatles’ while offering a modern take on their timeless hits.
More than just a tribute to The Beatles – they also dive into the solo careers of the Fab Four members, as well as other notable projects such as Wings and the Traveling Wilburys. With an expansive repertoire that spans the breadth of The Beatles’ catalog, as well as their individual endeavors, the band ensures that audiences are treated to a diverse and captivating musical experience.
Whether they’re belting out classics like “Hey Jude” and “Let It Be” or delving into deeper cuts from The Beatles’ extensive catalog, All Together Now never fail to captivate and enthrall audiences of all ages with their electrifying stage presence and light show.
So come together and experience the magic of All Together Now – a celebration of the music of the Beatles!

Jimmy Griffin, Dave Grelle and Emily Wallace @ City Winery-STL
2026-02-06 19:30 | City Winery-STL, 3730 Foundry Way, St Louis, MO, 63110, United States
It’s medically unlikely that Jimmy Griffin was born with a guitar in his hands, but that instruments been a fairly present part of his life for the past two-decades, a time that’s seen him move from one of St. Louis’ hottest young guitar-slingers, to a sought-after sideman, and into a surprisingly-comfortable and evolving role as a riff-steady songwriter. With his latest project, The Incurables, now rounding into a third year of live work and recording, Griffin’s never been as poised to show the world his multiple talents: as a writer of words and music; as a vocalist; as a bandleader; and someone who’s been able to synthesize all of his past experiences into a tuneful new whole.
Dave Grelle is a soul-jazz pianist and composer who leads the Playadors band. He is known for his original music and has a background in various bands, including The Feed, Celebration Day, Kevin Bowers’ Nova, and the Funky Butt Brass Band. Grelle’s passion for jazz and its evolution is evident in this band’s performances, which feature a magical mingling of sounds, styles, and grooves.
Emily Wallace is a visual and musical artist based out of St. Louis, Mo. Known for her dynamic, powerhouse vocals, Wallace performs around town solo along with her acoustic guitar. She is also a vocalist in Dave Grelle’s Playadors and frequently collaborates with multiple local ensembles such as the Funky Butt Brass Band. Emily is currently working on an album at Sawhorse Studios.

Hard Bop Messengers @ Old Rockhouse
2026-02-06 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
** This show has been rescheduled from 11/29/2025 to 02/06/2026 – All the tickets will be good for this new date! **

A proven force in the St. Louis jazz scene, the Hard Bop Messengers have built a reputation for regularly sold-out performances, showcasing not only original compositions but also inventive thematic deep dives into other musical genres.
Hard Bop Messengers are bringing their unique jazz sounds to the Old Rock House in St. Louis. This dynamic ensemble features a blend of traditional hard bop and contemporary jazz, making for an exciting and inspiring performance. Attendees can expect an evening filled with soulful melodies and improvisational brilliance, encapsulating the spirit of live jazz music.
John Covelli, a 38-year veteran of the St. Louis music scene, leads his Messengers into new territory while retaining the acoustic jazz format, with piano, upright bass, trombone & sax, drums, and often, vocals.
Experience the magic of Hard Bop Messengers, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! It’s a curated experience that brings together the best of entertainment and innovation, creating an atmosphere of wonder and excitement. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be immersed in a world where the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary. Secure your place in what promises to be an event that will be talked about for years to come!

Chris Cain @ Wildey Theatre
2026-02-11 19:30 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
Chris Cain offers up a soulful stew of Memphis style electric blues. His powerfully deep vocals and jazz inspired, blues guitar riffs are unforgettable; uniquely his own, while reminiscent of the legendary BB King and Albert King.
Over the years, Cain has been invited to share stages with blues legends old and young. He’s performed with Albert King, Albert Collins, Buddy Guy, Eddie “Cleanhead” Vinson, Johnny Copeland, Jimmy Witherspoon, Joe Bonamassa, Charlie Musselwhite, Elvin Bishop, and most recently, GRAMMY-winner Christone “Kingfish” Ingram.
Today, blues musician, songwriter and vocalist Chris Cain is playing guitar better than he ever has. “I’ve stopped overthinking,” he says, “and now just play and sing what I feel.” With more than three decades of touring and fifteen previous albums under his belt, Cain, once known as “one of the greatest guitarists you’ve never heard,” is now celebrated by fans and fellow musicians alike as being among the blues’ most talented and exciting players. His original songs overflow with surprising hooks and feature razor-sharp lyrics that are moving and humorously insightful. With his powerful, soul man’s voice and his inventive guitar work–inspired by Grant Green and Wes Montgomery as much as by B.B. King and Albert King–Cain’s talents are unparalleled in the blues world.

Wild Horses @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2026-02-18 19:00 | Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC, 210 E Monroe Ave, Kirkwood, MO, MO, 63122, United States
In the Strauss Black Box Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center

The Kirkwood Arts Commission invites you to the Spring Gallery Opening Concert at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center, featuring the Wild Horses. The evening begins with the unveiling of the Spring Gallery Exhibition, showcasing works by three outstanding visual artists in KPAC’s lobby gallery spaces during a free public reception from 4:00–7:00 PM.
At 7:00 PM, the celebration continues in the Strauss Studio Theatre featuring three well-loved STL musicians: Annastasia Hamilton (Vocals/Guitar), Abigail Stahlschmidt (Violin/Vocals), and Dave Evans (Guitar/Vocals). WILD HORSES is a powerhouse acoustic rock trio performing classics bands like Heart, Led Zeppelin, Tom Petty, and Janis Joplin.
Come celebrate the season with an event that unites the power of live music and the vibrancy of the visual arts. Experience an inspiring evening of community, creativity, and connection—where art meets music each season.
All ticket proceeds benefit the Kirkwood Arts Commission, a Commission of the City of Kirkwood dedicated to promoting and sponsoring the arts—and encouraging participation in the arts—for the enrichment of the entire Kirkwood community.
Can’t attend but still want to support the Commission?
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Clay Street Unit and Jason Scott & the High Heat w/Barnum Jack @ Old Rockhouse
2026-02-18 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
Clay Street Unit
Everything began in Denver, Colorado, where Clay Street Unit formed in 2021. Many of the band’s members — mandolinist Scottie Bolin, banjo player Jack Cline, pedal steel guitarist Brad Larrison, drummer Brendan Lamb, and singer/guitarist/ringleader Sam Walker — had grown up elsewhere, spending their teenage years in cities like Atlanta, Charlottesville and Montgomery. “We played bluegrass events, folk festivals, and country venues,” Walker says of those early shows, which the bandmates often booked themselves. “We were able to share our music with so many different demographics and dip our toes into different pools, and what we realized is, it’s all pretty similar. Our music seemed to meet everyone in the middle.”
Call it folk-country. Call it western Americana. Call it Rocky Mountain Newgrass with southern soul. Clay Street Unit aren’t concerned about the various definitions; they’re just happy that more and more people are listening. With Sin & Squalor, they stake their claim as torchbearers of something both fresh and familiar, nodding to the traditions of American roots music while sharpening their own modern edge.

Jason Scott & The High Heat
Get ready for an unstoppable evening as these two powerhouses share the stage. Clay Street Unit brings their unique fusion of country-folk traditions and Newgrass spirit, while Jason Scott & The High Heat delivers sweeping, groove-driven Americana and heartland rock that’s “too loud for folk music and too textured for Red Dirt.”
Jason Scott & The High Heat, a high-energy band comprised of five members, brings to life a unique sound all their own. While many listeners have tried to classify their music as one genre or another, the group simply focuses on creating music from an honest, authentic place. How would the band describe their sound? Well, “The High Heat” is a hint: “That’s a baseball reference. You’re throwing that stinky cheddar. You’re throwing the high heat. I feel like our music just has that feel to it.”,
The High Heat is Jason Scott on guitar and lead vocals, Gabriel Mor on guitar, Garrison Brown on guitar and keys, Ryan Magnani on bass, and Tremaine “Bobby” Wade on drums.

Barnum Jack
Formed in 2018, Barnum Jack plays music that honors the roots of traditional bluegrass, with a modern twist. Barnum Jack came together after Sam Avery (guitar, vocals), Sam Aubuchon (mandolin, vocals), and Chad White (banjo, vocals) all realized their shared appreciation for the early bluegrass pioneers. The trio then added Will Miskall (bass, vocals) and Jackson Ramsey (fiddle, vocals) to round out the quintet.
Barnum Jack made their official debut in 2024 after releasing their self-titled album to airwaves all across the world. Shortly after the release, the group won the Pickin’ On Picknic band competition. Using their profound appreciation of the bluegrass origins, and impressive musicianship, Barnum Jack continues to entertain audiences all over.

Playadors: An Evening of Jazz & Soul @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2026-02-21 19:30 | Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC, 210 E Monroe Ave, Kirkwood, MO, MO, 63122, United States
In the Strauss Black Box Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center

Welcome to the soulful and vibrant world of Playadors. Spearheaded by keyboardist, Dave Grelle, the St. Louis ensemble brings a fresh feel to the 70’s soul-funk-dance sound featuring a lineup of St. Louis’s finest musicians. Playadors infuse their music with heavy grooves, intricate melodies, and soulful vocals – performing both original compositions and reimagining classics. It’s easy to see, at the band’s high-energy performances, that Playadors are a celebration of life, love, and the power of music to bring people together. With a rapidly growing fanbase and a reputation for delivering unforgettable live shows, Playadors are poised to make their mark on the music scene.

The Grooveliner w/Old Souls Revival @ Old Rock House
2026-03-07 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
The Grooveliner is taking the stage for a night of unstoppable funk, soul, and rock & roll! And the energy will be high all night long with support from Old Souls Revival. Come for the Album Release Party and stay for an awesome experience.
The Grooveliner was formed in February 2015 with the idea of keeping all the avenues of creativity open by not labeling themselves as a genre-specific group. Instead, The Grooveliner brings everything to the table with one consistent theme, IT MUST GROOVE! With their current focus on Funk/Latin/Rock/Soul, The Grooveliner is comprised of six seasoned (funky/salty/sweet) St. Louis musicians with different personal and musical backgrounds. Their goal is to be as musically diverse as the people that make up the great city of St. Louis. So, give them your ear and let The Grooveliner take you on a musical journey unlike any other.

Our Lady Peace: 30th Anniversary Tour w/The Verve Pipe @ The Sovereign
2026-03-10 20:00 | The Sovereign, 3300 Washington Ave, St Louis, MO, 63103, United States
Our Lady Peace (sometimes shortened to OLP) is a Canadian alternative rock band formed in Toronto, Ontario in 1992. Led by lead vocalist Raine Maida since its formation, the band currently also features Duncan Coutts on bass, Steve Mazur on guitars, and Jason Pierce on drums. The band has sold several million albums worldwide, won four Juno Awards, and won ten MuchMusic Video Awards—the most MMVA’s ever awarded to a band (tied with Billy Talent).
Don’t miss the chance to see Canadian rock icons Our Lady Peace live at The Sovereign! Known for their powerful stage presence and emotionally charged songs, OLP is ready to deliver an unforgettable headline set.
Joining the night are The Verve Pipe, who will perform their own essential tracks, making this show a high-energy journey through the best of 90s rock radio.
All ages show – $2 cash surcharge for minors at the door
*** VIP PACKAGES AVAILABLE***

Robert Jon & The Wreck @ The Sovereign
2026-03-12 20:00 | The Sovereign, 3300 Washington Ave, St Louis, MO, 63103, United States
Robert Jon & The Wreck bring their signature blend of Southern rock and West Coast soul to the stage, captivating audiences around the world with searing guitar work, soulful harmonies, and honest songwriting. Since forming in 2011, they’ve toured extensively across the U.S. and Europe, sharing stages with Joe Bonamassa, Blackberry Smoke, Rival Sons, Samantha Fish, Buddy Guy, and more. Their 2023 release Live at the Ancienne Belgique was hailed by Music News as “one of the best live albums.” Now, with their newest record Heartbreaks & Last Goodbyes produced by legendary Kevin Shirley earning widespread acclaim, the band is riding a new wave of momentum and winning over fans everywhere.

Robert Jon & The Wreck is quickly becoming a force to be reckoned with. Based out of Orange County, CA, this quintet is dedicated, driven, and committed to giving their fans one hell of a Rock and Roll show – night after night, and town after town.

……..with special guest Sam Morrow.

At 27 years old, Morrow’s found his footing as an artist and appears poised to join the ranks of West Coast heavyweights like Sam Outlaw, Jade Jackson, and Morrow’s friend and label mate, Jaime Wyatt whose vocals can be heard on three songs here. Musically, this is Sam Morrow at his electrified, energetic peak.

Morrow croons one minute and growls the next with a sly nod to his influences while staking out new territory. From Lynyrd Skynyrd-friendly rockers like “Heartbreak Man” to the Little Feat-worthy grooves of “Cigarettes,” Concrete and Mud boldly explores a wide range of styles and sounds. There’s also an undercurrent of classic country running throughout the mix. “It’s about the fabric of America, and how the Mississippi is a metaphor for what binds very different people together,” says Morrow, whose third album (Concrete and Mud) builds a similar bridge between opposing camps: country and rock & roll; the West Coast and the American South, concrete and mud. “The sentiment is,” he adds, “the things that unite us are stronger than the forces that divide us.”

Tommy Castro & The Painkillers @ Old Rock House
2026-03-13 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
Known for their signature sound that fuses classic R&B, rock ‘n’ roll swagger, and gritty blues, Tommy Castro and his Painkillers are a force of nature live. This is true roots music played with passion and undeniable groove. If you love powerful guitar and deep soul, this show is for you!
“The hardest thing to do,” says internationally beloved soul-blues rocker Tommy Castro, “is be yourself, take some chances and bring your fans along with you.” Throughout his long, constantly evolving career, guitarist, singer and songwriter Tommy Castro has always remained true to himself while exploring, growing and creating new music, and he has taken his thousands of devoted fans right along with him. Since his solo debut in 1994, he’s made 16 albums—the last seven for Alligator—each its own unique chapter in the book of Tommy Castro. Ranging from horn-fueled R&B to piping hot blues to fiery, stripped-down rock ‘n’ roll, each release is solidly built upon Castro’s unshakable musical foundation—a dynamic mix of 1960s-influenced guitar-fueled blues, testifying Memphis-soaked blue-eyed soul and Latin-tinged East San Jose funk, all driven by Castro’s grab-you-by-the-collar vocals and passionate guitar work. Blues Revue declared, “Tommy Castro can do no wrong.”

JD Simo & Luther Dickinson @ Old Rock House
2026-03-17 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
Individually, JD Simo and Luther Dickinson are building their own legacies as solo artists, sidemen, songwriters, and guitar heroes. Together, they’re a creative force to be reckoned with, making their own version of amplified American roots music.

When JD Simo and Luther Dickinson hit the stage with drummer Adam Abrashoff, it’s not just a show; it’s a greasy, groove-soaked resurrection of Hill Country blues. The trio is a rare convergence of three masters pushing roots music into the now.

Luther Dickinson, four-time Grammy nominee and co-founder of the North Mississippi Allstars, brings deep Southern lineage and slide-drenched soul while JD adds his signature psych-blues and virtuosity. Simo has worked with Jack White, Tommy Emmanuel, Phil Lesh & Friends, Stevie Nicks, Paul McCartney and Beyoncé to name a few and his impressive résumé also includes playing every guitar part on Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis soundtrack and coaching Jeremy Allen White on Scott Cooper’s upcoming Springsteen biopic. Adam Abrashoff’s deep-pocket drumming fuses it all with electrified momentum. This trio only performs a handful of select dates each year. Each one is a high-octane celebration of improvisation, soul, and swampy swagger -a modern blues experience like no other.

Head East @ Wildey Theatre
2026-03-21 19:30 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
A Favorite of the Wildey Returns!

The legendary classic rock band Head East has long set the standard for authentic, full-vocal, goodtime rock harmonies that few bands can equal. Their high-energy shows are filled with superb vocals, flashy guitar work and memorable keyboard melodies that continue to rock audiences of all ages. Their signature song, “NEVER BEEN ANY REASON” with notable chorus “Save my life I’m going down for the last time” has long been considered by many radio stations across the country as “The Rock & Roll National Anthem.”

Jim Messina @ City Winery-STL
2026-03-25 19:30 | City Winery-STL, 3730 Foundry Way, St Louis, MO, 63110, United States
Messina brings his band, The Road Runners, and performs a show that highlights Messina’s musical career, spanning the decades, that includes three groups – Buffalo Springfield, Poco and Loggins & Messina. Messina performed with and was the producer and audio engineer for Buffalo Springfield, as well as a founding member of the group Poco. Then Jim Messina and Kenny Loggins became the duo that sold more than 20 million albums and released hits like “Danny’s Song,” “Your Mama Don’t Dance,” “House on Pooh Corner” and “Angry Eyes”.

Molly Healey String Project @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2026-03-27 19:30 | Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC, 210 E Monroe Ave, Kirkwood, MO, MO, 63122, United States
In the Strauss Black Box Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center

Join violinist, cellist, and songwriter Molly Healey, along with her full band, for a night of lush and high-energy orchestral rock music at the KPAC! A fan once lovingly stated that Molly brings the orchestra to the live rock show, and it’s a descriptor that has stuck over the years.
As the longtime fiddle player for the Ozark Mountain Daredevils who morphed into a powerhouse experimental songwriter, Molly Healey began her solo career in 2015 after buying a simple looping pedal. She immediately found a passion for blending her strings and voice together into atmospheric and experimental orchestral folk songs, and her first compositions were featured on her debut solo album, Nightbirds. She has since recorded 3 more albums, each growing in intensity and instrumentation, and the most recent of which, Lotus, was released in 2022. She has grown from the stripped-down looping solo set, to a roster of original music and choice covers that she often performs with her full electric band, the String Project. She plays a dazzling variety of instruments: cello, violin, guitar, and piano, all while experimenting with various other sounds looping in Ableton Live.

Chicago Farmer & The Fieldnotes w/ClusterPluck @ Old Rock House
2026-03-27 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
Chicago Farmer & The Fieldnotes
Join us to celebrate the official launch of the new album from the acclaimed folk storyteller, Chicago Farmer (Cody Diekhoff). Backed by the Fieldnotes, he delivers honest, working-class Americana full of grit and heart. Hear the new tracks performed live for the very first time! Lyrically driven, Chicago Farmer delves into the social and political issues of today’s world, taking it all in and putting it back out through music as a commentary on modern times in the Midwest. With his unfeigned and relatable approach, Chicago Farmer has earned a place in the heart of this generation’s rise of protest songs. He composes music written and sung by and for the working man, the “regular person”, bringing to mind modern day folk tales.

ClusterPluck
Sharing the stage is the powerhouse St. Louis favorite, ClusterPluck, bringing their inventive and scorching brand of progressive bluegrass to round out the perfect night of roots music. Americana’s wild child, ClusterPluck, mixes bluegrass, folk, rock, and country into a hearty sonic stew. Throwing tradition aside, they utilize electric guitar, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass, dobro, mandolin, banjo, and three part vocal harmony. This three piece band from Southern Illinois produces an up-beat, grassy energy with a little country jam for listeners of all ages to enjoy.

Angel - Farewell Tour 2026-2027 @ Wildey Theatre
2026-03-27 20:00 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
Do not miss ANGEL on their farewell tour.

The band features original members PUNKY MEADOWS & FRANK DIMINO along with Members Danny Farrow, Charlie Calv, Billy Orrico, and Tommy “T-BONE” Caradonna!

This night will include all of the classics!

TOWER, CAN YOU FEEL IT, DON’T LEAVE ME LONELY, ROCK N ROLLERS, AINT GONNA EAT OUT MY HEART ANYMORE, and many, many others.

Dressed in white and employing a dazzling mix of glam rock, hard rock, and progressive rock, Angel’s over-the-top stage shows, made them one of the more colorful arena rock bands of the mid-’70s and early ’80s. Discovered by Kiss bass player Gene Simmons, the group issued their eponymous debut album in 1975, which hewed closer to prog rock than the glam pop that would inform future endeavors like On Earth as It Is in Heaven (1977) White Hot (1978) which had a top 40 hit with ” I Ain’t Gonna Eat out My Heart Anymore” and Sinful (1979).

Brooklyn Charmers - The Music of Steely Dan @ Wildey Theatre
2026-03-28 20:00 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
The Brooklyn Charmers return to the Wildey Theatre for an amazing night of Steely Dan favorites.
With masterful precision and obsessive dedication to the music, Brooklyn Charmers injects a new energy into the beloved Steely Dan catalogue, bridging the gap between new and lifelong fans alike.

Glenn Hughes-The Chosen Years @ Wildey Theatre
2026-04-08 19:00, 2026-04-10 19:30 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
This show has been cancelled.

Glenn Hughes, the former bassist and singer of Deep Purple, known to millions as the ‘Voice of Rock‘, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and the current front man for rock super group Black Country Communion, is pleased to announce that he will be performing hit songs from his fascinating career, that he has penned with some of the most influential bands and musicians in rock history.

The show promises to be a dynamic, turn-back-the-clocks, two-hour live extravaganza homage to his illustrious career spanning 5 decades in music – including songs from Trapeze, Deep Purple, Hughes/Thrall, Iommi/Hughes and Black Country Communion – some of music history’s most seminal and influential rock and roll groups. The show will also include tracks from Glenn’s new album.

Opening the show will be Dead Groove

Jimmy Webb @ City Winery-STL
2026-04-10 19:30 | City Winery-STL, 3730 Foundry Way, St Louis, MO, 63110, United States
Multiple Grammy-winning cross genre songwriter Jimmy Webb has topped the charts from pop to country, blues, jazz, disco to even rap and EDM numerous times with interpretations by some of the industry’s greatest including Art Garfunkel, Linda Ronstadt, Frank Sinatra, Josh Groban, Glen Campbell, The Highwaymen, Barbra Streisand, Guns n’ Roses, and Little Big Town.
Since Webb’s Grammy sweep in 1968 when his own “Up, Up and Away” and “By the Time I Get to Phoenix” vied for Song of the Year (“Up” won) to the use of his “Do What You Gotta Do” in Kanye West’s “Famous,” the man often praised as “America’s Songwriter” remains a respected icon in popular music – and continues to challenge his artistic boundaries with projects like a classical nocturne. His most famous songs are touchstones for a generation yet remain timeless – “MacArthur Park,” “Wichita Lineman,” “Worst That Could Happen.”
During his live shows Webb brings fans of his music a unique connection to their favorite songs, revealing the stories behind his hits as far back as his first songwriting job at Motown through a career trajectory that took a teenaged preacher’s son from a farm town in Oklahoma to the top of his longed-for profession in just a few short years, with pitfalls and blessings in equal measure between. His books, Tunesmith: The Art of Songwriting and recent memoir The Cake and the Rain demonstrate his incredible talent with words and music.

Jorma Kaukonen and John Hurlbut @ City Winery-STL
2026-04-15 19:30 | City Winery-STL, 3730 Foundry Way, St Louis, MO, 63110, United States
A member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and a Grammy recipient, Jorma was at the forefront of popular rock and roll, one of the founders of the San Francisco sound and a progenitor of Psychedelic Rock. He is a founding member of two legendary bands, Jefferson Airplane and the still-touring Hot Tuna. Jorma Kaukonen is a music legend and one of the finest singer-songwriters in his field. He continues to tour the world bringing his unique styling to old blues tunes while presenting new songs of weight and dimension. His secret is in playing spontaneous and unfiltered music, with an individual expression of personality.
In 2016, Jorma, Jack Casady and the other members of Jefferson Airplane were awarded The GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award for their contributions to American music. “A mesmerizing storyteller, Kaukonen delivers a memoir as intricate and dazzling as his music.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review In 2019 St. Martin’s Press published Jorma‘s autobiography, Been So Long: My Life and Music, written to express his life both in and out of the music world. As Kaukonen describes, “My story is my story. Having told bits and pieces of it over my lifetime to a treasured few, it was time to tell all to a bigger audience…From rehearsals and jams in small apartments and tiny back rooms to Monterey, Woodstock, Altamont, the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame, the world of the Grammys and beyond… this is part of the road I live on. This is my embryonic journey and much, much more!

Something's Happening Here: The Songs and Stories of Laurel Canyon @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2026-04-17 19:00, 2026-04-18 19:00 | Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC, 210 E Monroe Ave, Kirkwood, MO, MO, 63122, United States
In the Strauss Black Box Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center

This brand-new, live musical production tells the story of the myriad songwriters who flocked to Laurel Canyon in the Hollywood Hills during the 1960s and 1970s. From the Mamas and the Papas to the Eagles, from the Byrds to CSN. With Jackson and JT, and ladies of the Canyon including Joni, Judy, Linda and Carole, they created a music scene that defined a generation and redefined both folk music and rock n’ roll. More than 25 songs are performed live by The Troubadours.

Jim Manley's Wild, Cool & Swingin' Orchestra feat. Arvell Keithley & Leslie Craig @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2026-04-25 19:30 | Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC, 210 E Monroe Ave, Kirkwood, MO, MO, 63122, United States
Every year Jim has headlined at “Jazz at the Bistro” one of the foremost jazz clubs in the country to sellout crowds as well as various jazz festivals around the greater St Louis area.
“Wild, Cool & Swingin” is a show that recreates the vibrant music scene of 1960s Las Vegas. The show features the talented vocalists Arvell Keithley and Leslie Craig. Trumpeter Jim Manley leads the 4-piece horn section to exhilarating heights, backed by an impressive rhythm section. If you’re looking for a wild, cool, and swingin’ time, this show is not to be missed! Viva Las Vegas, Baby!
