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Gallery Program Concert feat. Dawn Weber @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2026-05-20 19:00 (America/Chicago) | 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 Summer Gallery Opening Concert at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center, featuring Dawn Weber. The evening begins with the unveiling of the Summer 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. 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?
Make a donation here

The Trophy Mules @ O'Fallon Community Park
2026-05-21 18:30 | O’Fallon Community Park, 401 E 5th Street, O'Fallon, IL, 62269, United States
The Trophy Mules perform as a full band as part of the “Music in the Park” free outdoor concert series.
Free and family friendly.
Bring your lawn chairs and get ready for a good time!

Soul Café @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2026-05-23 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

Experience the electrifying sound of Soul Café, a dynamic six-piece jazz fusion ensemble led by acclaimed guitarist and composer Ed Starrett. Known for their sophisticated blend of jazz, funk, Latin rhythms, and soulful grooves, Soul Café delivers a high-energy musical journey that is both technically masterful and deeply engaging.
Featuring an all-star lineup of St. Louis musicians—Jason Swagler (saxophone/producer), Jerry Scruggs (keyboards/organ), Tim Quarells (drums), Bud Quarells (bass), and Donald Williams (percussion)—the group brings together decades of performance experience and musical versatility. Their seamless interplay and rich, layered sound create an immersive live experience that captivates audiences from the first note to the final encore.
Founded in 1998, Soul Café has been a staple of the regional jazz scene for over two decades, performing at major festivals and venues while continually evolving their signature fusion style through original compositions and inspired interpretations.
Whether delivering smooth melodic lines or driving, rhythm-forward grooves, Soul Café offers a vibrant, feel-good performance that celebrates the artistry and energy of contemporary jazz.

Folky Fish Festival @ Maramec Spring Park
2026-05-29 11:00 - 2026-05-30 23:00 | Maramec Spring Park, 21880 Maramec Spring Drive, St James, MO, 65559, United States
Festival Highlights

Three stages with live folk & new-grass performances
Hands-on workshops led by festival artists
Visual arts exhibitions and artisan vendors
Delicious local food and drink options
Community dance sessions to keep the energy flowing
Trout fishing in the spring branch
Mountain bike trails and scenic hiking paths throughout Maramec Spring Park
The Maramec River Fish and play in the river.
Maramec Spring, Missouri’s fifth-largest spring, which discharges roughly 100 million gallons of water daily.

The Folky Fish Festival goes beyond music. It’s a celebration of the natural beauty of Maramec Spring Park.
Camping arrangements can be made on the Folky Fish Festival website and will be handled by Maramec Spring Park staff. A festival ticket will be required to book your campsite for the weekend.
When you’re not listening to the bands, enjoy the campsites, natural spring, marked walking trails, and the trout hatchery.

Zebra @ Wildey Theatre
2026-05-29 19:30, 2026-05-30 19:30 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
In celebration of 50 years, Zebra returns to the intimate Wildey Theatre. FEATURING ALL ORIGINAL MEMBERS Randy Jackson, Felix Hanemann and Guy Gelso.
Founded in 1975 in New Orleans, Louisiana…and still selling out venues close to 50 years later, Zebra has defied all the odds of most rock groups, by staying together and continuing to evolve their sound throughout the years. All original members, Randy Jackson, Felix Hanemann & Guy Gelso are at the top of their game, playing for loyal fans across the country and drawing in new generation fans year after year.
Opening the show is Nothing But Human.

Oteil & Friends @ Atomic
2026-05-29 19:30 | Atomic, 4140 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO, 62110, United States
Oteil & Friends featuring Steve Kimock, Jason Crosby, Johnny Kimock, Tom Guarna, & Lamar Williams, Jr.
Atomic Block Party – this is a rain or shine event.
Two-time Grammy winning bassist Oteil Burbridge has been touring and recording for over three decades. He was a founding member of the early 90s southern jazz-fusion group Col. Bruce Hampton & the Aquarium Rescue Unit with Jimmy Herring, Jeff Sipe and others that had a lasting and influential impact on artists for decades to follow. That led him to join the iconic southern rock group The Allman Brothers Band as their final bass player during their latter-day lineup in the 1990s and into the 2000s. During his tenure with The Brothers, he earned two Grammy nominations for best rock instrumental in 2003 and in 2004. In 2012, Oteil received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award for his 15-year contribution to The Allman Brothers Band as the longest running bassist in the band’s history. In 2015 Grateful Dead members Bob Weir, Bill Kreutzmann and Mickey Hart joined forces with John Mayer to form “Dead & Company” with Burbridge on bass and Jeff Chimenti on keys.
“Oteil & Friends”, which features a rotating cast of all-star musicians (including Melvin Seals, John Kadlecik, Tom Guarana, Jeff Chimenti, John Kimock, Jennifer Hartswick, Jason Crosby, Natalie Cressman, Lamar Williams Jr., and more) began touring in 2017. In September of 2023, Oteil released “Lovely View of Heaven”, an emotional tribute to the musical legacy of Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter while carving a unique path of his own. In May 2024, Oteil released “Love and War” recorded live at the 2024 Dead Ahead Festival in Cancun, Mexico. This new single, co-written with Lamar Williams Jr., features Melvin Seals, Duane Betts, Jason Crosby, Tom Guarna, Steve Kimock, Jennifer Hartswick, Natalie Cressman and Ryan Zoidis.
This will be one show you don’t want to miss!

Back Alley Music Festival @ Vintage Wine Bar
2026-05-30 13:30 - 2026-05-31 11:00 | Vintage Wine Bar, 212 S Main St, Waterloo, IL, 62298, United States
The Back Alley Music Festival is back with another fantastic line up of musicians!
Come out and enjoy your weekend with great live music, food and drink!
Family friendly.
Purchase tickets at the door – free admission for ages 18 and under.
See you there!!

Claypool Gold '26 @ The Factory
2026-05-30 20:00 | The Factory, 17105 North Outer 40 Road, Chesterfield, Missouri, 63005
Les Claypool has announced Claypool Gold, a wildly ambitious Summer 2026 tour that brings together three of his most celebrated and sonically adventurous projects — Primus, The Claypool Lennon Delirium, and Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade — for a full-evening, career-spanning live experience.
Billed as a fluid, all-bands-on-stage event, each night will feature all three acts performing together simultaneously, with constantly shifting setlists, improvisation, and surprises built into the show. The format promises a mind-melting celebration of Claypool’s singular musical universe, blurring the lines between bands, eras, and genres.
The Claypool Gold tour arrives during one of the most prolific periods of Claypool’s career. In recent years, he has reunited the Fearless Flying Frog Brigade for multiple national tours, launched Primus‘ Interstellar Drum Derby global drummer search, and welcomed John Hoffman into the Primus lineup following the release of their latest single featuring Maynard James Keenan.

Cars & Guitars Festival @ Downtown Kirkwood
2026-06-06 16:00 - 23:00
Join us in Downtown Kirkwood for the Route 66 Cars & Guitars Festival, a signature event of the 2026 Route 66 Centennial Celebration. This free outdoor festival celebrates 100 years of the Mother Road with vintage cars, live music, local food and drink, and family-friendly fun in one of Missouri’s most beloved Route 66 communities. With its “Cars & Guitars” theme, the festival highlights the rich transportation and music history of the region while offering a lively day of nostalgia, entertainment, and small-town charm.
Festival activities will take place along North Kirkwood Road and on the two blocks of Jefferson Avenue that intersect Kirkwood Road.
Festivities include:

Live music from six bands performing on two outdoor stages with staggered start times
A vintage car show
A beer wagon hosted by local service clubs, serving beer and wine
Vendor booths
Food and drinks from downtown merchants and area service clubs

We recommend that attendees bring a lawn chair for the musical performances.
Come be part of this once-in-a-century milestone as Kirkwood celebrates the legacy of Route 66!
For more information, visit Route 66 | Downtown Kirkwood SBD
The Roots FM will have a booth and will be broadcasting live during the festival – come by and say “Hi” to us!!

Joe Jackson + Band @ The Pageant
2026-06-10 20:00 | The Pageant, 6161 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO, 63112, United States
Hope and Fury Tour 2026
Joe Jackson, born David Ian Jackson on August 11, 1954, in Burton upon Trent, England, is a renowned musician, singer, and songwriter. He gained fame in the late 1970s and early 1980s with hits like “Is She Really Going Out with Him?” and “Steppin’ Out.” Jackson’s music is characterized by its eclectic style, incorporating elements of rock, jazz, and pop. He has released over 21 studio albums throughout his career.
Along with Elvis Costello and Graham Parker, Joe Jackson was one of the three big “Angry Young Men” of the late ‘70s punk/new wave movement. His early records with his band (named after him), reflect said genre and his lyrics got him tagged as “angry”. After the disbandment of his band after Beat Crazy in 1980 (bassist Graham Maby stuck with him), he recorded albums that reflected different genres and were more less rocking such as Night and Day, Body and Soul, and most notably, Jumpin’ Jive, a covers collection of classic swing tunes. Over the years, Jackson has continued to push his sound in different directions and still records new music to this day.
Joe Jackson is returning with a brand-new studio set called – Hope and Fury. It offers nine new songs. Jackson refers to the new album as a collection of “latinjazzfunkrock”, a combination that we already know that he is more than capable of.

Route 66 Jazz Orchestra @ Kirkwood Park Amphitheater
2026-06-12 19:00 | Kirkwood Park Lion’s Amphitheater, 111 S Geyer Road, Kirkwood, MO, 63122, United States
Summer Concert
The Route 66 Jazz Orchestra is a 22-piece jazz band dedicated to the preservation and promotion of “Big Band” Jazz. Ron Wilkinson appears as a featured vocalist.
The roots of the Route 66 Jazz Orchestra trace back to 1969, when Meramec Community College band director, Dr. Ron Stilwell, realized the need and potential to add a jazz band to the music program at the college. As the “Meramec Jazz Lab Band”, the band flourished for over 40 years in their role as jazz ambassadors for the college. Since 2005, the band has been under the leadership of lifelong music educator and band director, Bob Boedges. In the fall of 2012, the band decided to leave the college in pursuit of the further opportunities available as an “independent” organization and in 2023 Gary Brandes joined the band as the associate director.

An Evening with Jerry's Middle Finger @ Old Rockhouse
2026-06-14 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
Three decades after the loss of Jerry Garcia, a close-knit band of musicians are carrying the torch for his distinctive blend of soul, guitar, and eclectic American music. Jerry’s Middle Finger do more than celebrate the Jerry Garcia Band’s catalog; they also broadcast it to a new generation, upholding Garcia’s dedication to camaraderie and community-building by creating their own family-like experience onstage. How sweet it is, to experience the joy of JGB’s music in a live setting.
A concert by Jerry’s Middle Finger is a connective, cathartic event: a fusion of artist and audience, where everyone’s a fan of the same catalog and experience. Those concerts began in 2015, when bandmates Garrett Deloian, Rodney Newman, Son Vo, Jon Gold, Halina Janusz, and Lisa Malsberger were drawn together by a love of the Grateful Dead and its iconic lead guitarist.
As the years progressed, the band’s audience grew. Dive bar gigs in JMF’s hometown of Los Angeles gave way to performances at bucket-list venues across the country, including jam-band destinations like the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco, the Troubadour in Los Angeles, The Ardmore in Philadelphia, and Garcia’s at the Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, NY. “This isn’t just a cover band — it’s a band that genuinely honors the music Jerry made and the community he built,” says Newman, the group’s drummer and co-founder. “We’ve studied these songs: the guitar tones, the vocal arrangements, the keyboard sounds. We play them the way Jerry did, and we connect with the audience in an interactive, open-hearted way. It’s an approach that transcends the perfection of a performance or the spectacle of a light show, because we’re not really about that. We’re about the music, the feeling, and the communal experience.”
California-based Jerry’s Middle Finger is bringing the best Jerry Garcia Band tribute experience in the world right here to The Lou! Come join in as they celebrate all things Jerry!

A Night of Motown Magic @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2026-06-19 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

A Juneteenth Night of Motown Magic
Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the timeless sound of Motown, brought to life by an all-star lineup of St. Louis’ finest musicians and vocalists. Held in recognition of Juneteenth, this high-energy concert honors the rich legacy of Black artistry and musical innovation through the iconic songs that defined a generation, from The Temptations and Stevie Wonder to Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and more.
Leading the charge are some of the region’s most celebrated vocalists: Jesse Robinson, Joe Mancuso, Renee Smith, Robert Nelson, along with powerhouse vocalist Charles Glenn and the dynamic, genre-blending Nikki Glenn, whose unique combination of vocals and violin adds a fresh and exciting dimension to the show.
Backing this incredible lineup is a powerhouse band featuring Chuck Smotherson-drums, Leland Crenshaw-guitar, Vince Clark-bass, and Pete Ruthenburg-keys, delivering the groove, energy, and authenticity that made Motown a global phenomenon.
Together, this group of celebrated St. Louis musicians creates a dynamic, feel-good experience that will have you singing along, tapping your feet, and reliving the magic of one of music’s greatest eras.
Join us for a night of incredible talent, unforgettable songs, and pure Motown soul.

The Mound City Slickers @ The Focal Point
2026-06-19 20:00 | Focal Point, 2720 Sutton Blvd, Maplewood, MO, 63143., United States
The Mound City Slickers play old-time string band music with passion, drive, and a great sense of humor. Hailing from the St. Louis region, The Slickers have played festivals, house concerts and square dances throughout Missouri and Illinois. Steeped in tradition, their concerts are a unique mix of hard-driving dance tunes, country harmonies, Midwest fiddle tunes, rags, and other surprises that have made them favorites of the old-time string band scene. Their high-energy playing and ear for a good tune make for good listening, good dancing, and good times.
The band is Sean Belt (ukuleles), Lindell Blackford (fiddle & mandolin), Rich Hibbs (banjo), Rich Egan (piano), and Keith Dudding (guitar).

Nikola Tesla "Light It Up"- An Original Rock Opera @ Delmar Hall
2026-06-20 19:30 | Delmar Hall, 6133 Delmar Blvd., Saint Louis, MO, 63112, United States
Nikola Tesla was one of the greatest visionaries in human history, a creative genius who shaped the electrical age, powered the modern world, and imagined a future far beyond his time.
Nikola Tesla “Light It Up” – An Original Rock Opera is a high-impact, contemporary rock opera production that brings the life of Nikola Tesla to the stage through a driving rock score and cinematic storytelling. Featuring 13 original songs performed by a full live rock band, the production journeys through the defining chapters of Tesla’s life— inventions, innovation, obsession, and ultimate legacy. The stage production is highlighted with nonstop, multimedia videos that will draw the audience in and provide an immersive experience.
Songs such as I Am The Original Wizard of OZ, Dinner at Delmonico’s, Colorado Cosmic Cowboy, Wardenclyffe, Presence, Peace, and the anthemic Light It Up blend historical moments with emotional depth, presenting Tesla not only as a towering intellect but as a deeply human figure ahead of his time.
Bold, immersive, and accessible to audiences across cultures, Nikola Tesla “Light It Up” is a globally scalable rock opera that fuses musical live concert energy and timeless relevance—created to captivate, inspire, entertain, and ignite audiences around the world.
St. Louis’ Premier Tribute Powerhouse Ignites the World Premiere of Tesla’s Electrifying Rock Opera.
The Jason Nelson Band stands among St. Louis’ most respected and in-demand live performance groups, celebrated for commanding stage presence, powerhouse vocals, and electrifying musicianship. Renowned for their top-tier tribute productions honoring Queen, Sting, and Talking Heads, the band has earned a reputation for musical precision, dynamic energy, and unforgettable live entertainment.
For the World Premiere of Nikola Tesla “Light It Up” — An Original Rock Opera, the band expands into a powerhouse eight-member ensemble, uniting exceptional St. Louis musicians to bring the sweeping theatrical score to life. Blending driving rock intensity with orchestral textures and cinematic storytelling, the performance features:
Jason Nelson – Lead Vocals
Alonzo Jamison – Drums
Rich Mendoza – Bass
Steve Johnston – Guitar
Charlie Brown – Keyboards
Stacey Rios – Cello & Vocals
Mark Hochberg – Violin
Together, they deliver the musical force launching this groundbreaking rock opera onto the world stage.

Marcus King Band @ The Factory
2026-06-21 19:30 | The Factory, 17105 North Outer 40 Road, Chesterfield, Missouri, 63005
Following a successful run of critically acclaimed albums with the Marcus King Band, Greenville, South Carolina native Marcus King made his solo debut with the GRAMMY®-nominated El Dorado in 2020, followed by Young Blood (2022) and Mood Swings (2024).
King is now reuniting with his longtime live band for the first time since 2018’s Carolina Confessions on the forthcoming Darling Blue, recorded at the iconic Capricorn Studios alongside GRAMMY®-winning producer and engineer Eddie Spear. The album features Noah Cyrus, Billy Strings, Kaitlin Butts, and more, with co-writes from Midland and Lainey Wilson among other notable names. Many of the songs across the album pay homage to King’s South Carolina roots and deep appreciation for his home state. Darling Blue, released on September 26 via American Records/Republic Records, marks a full-circle moment in King’s career. He’ll be touring internationally throughout the year, hitting the road with Chris Stapleton, Cody Johnson, and Eric Church in the U.S.

Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives @ The Sheldon
2026-06-26 20:00 | The Sheldon, 3648 Washington Blvd, St Louis, MO, 63108, United States
Known for both his traditional style, and eclectic combination of rockabilly, honky tonk and traditional country music, Grammy Award-winning icon Marty Stuart is considered one of the genre’s most historically minded “new” traditionalists. He is an accomplished artist, performer, producer and writer, and has been a member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1992. With four gold albums and countless hit singles, he is one of country’s top instrumentalists and his songwriting skills have matured and sharpened as he writes with new-found sensitivity. Performing music inspired by his Mississippi Delta upbringing and deep country roots, Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives capture the hearts of country music lovers of all ages and celebrate the influential country music and unforgettable songs of the 1960s in this high-spirited, one-of-a-kind Jam-Bo-Ree!

Old 97's @ Old Rockhouse
2026-06-26 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
Old 97’s is an American rock band from Dallas, Texas. Formed in 1992, they have released thirteen studio albums, two full extended plays, shared split duty on another, and they have one live album. Their most recent release is titled American Primitive.
Old 97’s were pioneers of the alt-country movement during the mid-to-late 1990s, then they developed more of a power pop style in the 2000’s. Lead vocalist and primary songwriter Rhett Miller has described the band’s style as “loud folk”. The band’s name is in reference to the Wreck of the Old 97.
w/ Pernikoff Brothers

A St. Louis-based, modern folk-rock band. Founded by brothers Tom Pernikoff (vocals/guitar) and Rick Pernikoff (vocals/bass), with drummer Kevin Bowers, the trio has performed together since 2009, known for harmonic, upbeat music. They have toured nationally and recorded at Abbey Road Studios.

Clapton Chronicles: The Music of Eric Clapton & Danny Liston @ Chesterfield Amphitheater
2026-06-27 18:30 | Chesterfield Amphitheater, 631 Veterans Place Dr, Chesterfield, MO, 63017, United States
Sounds of Summer FREE Concert Series

The Sounds of Summer Concert Series is FREE to the community. No ticket is required; however, all guests will still go through the security checkpoint.
Food Trucks will be available – Food and Drink Welcome – No Glass. For a full list of approved and prohibited items, please visit the Items for Entry page.
Clapton Chronicles is a faithful and improvisational friendly composite of the various phases of Eric Clapton’s diverse and amazing career. Cream, Derek and the Dominos, Blind Faith, the 70’s Slow hand era, the 80’s power hits – and the brilliance of his Blues and Unplugged offerings.

Danny Liston is a legendary Missouri-based singer, guitarist, and songwriter whose career spans rock and blues. Liston began playing drums at age 14 in the soul band Soulful Illusions, then switched to guitar in high school’s Belltones. In the early 1970s, he teamed up with his brother Pat Liston and friend Max Baker to form Mama’s Pride, a Southern rock band.
Doors – 5:30 PM
Danny Liston – 6:30 PM
Clapton Chronicles – 7:30 PM

Jake's Leg @ Wildey Theatre
2026-06-27 19:30 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
Wildey Jam will be celebrating 50 years of St Louis Deadication!

There is a distinct joy that takes place on any given evening that transcends the Grateful Dead style musical experience.
Come share in the jams of Jake’s Leg in the unique theater setting of the Wildey for their summer appearance.

Note: Due to the nature of a Jakes Leg show the Wildey will be offering both general admission (on the main floor) and assigned seating (balcony) Please take this into account when choosing your tickets.

General admission (main floor) – Ticketholders can sit anywhere available on a first-come, first-served basis. Those on the main floor will be allowed to stand, dance and be the area right in front of the stage during the show. General admission will not have access to the reserved balcony.

Assigned seating tickets (balcony) – Ticketholders will have a specific seat assigned in the balcony. You must keep seated while enjoying the show. However, assigned seats ticketholders will have access to the main floor if they get the urge to stand and dance.

Any Major Dudes: Steely Dan Tribute @ City Winery
2026-07-03 19:30 | City Winery-STL, 3730 Foundry Way, St Louis, MO, 63110, United States
Any Major Dudes celebrates the music of the inimitable Steely Dan. Known for chart topping hits like “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number” and “Do it Again”, their music weaves infectious melodies with complex musical ideas, brought to life with an array of accomplished studio musicians. Any Major Dudes honors the meticulously crafted compositions, capturing not only the overarching melodies, but the quirkiness, the sardonic tone, and the subtle detail that defines the Steely Dan sound.
Any Major Dudes takes audiences on a journey of Steely Dan’s initial 7 studio albums, featuring the swerving guitar work of the 1972 classic, “Reelin’ in the Years”, the colorful piano arrangement of 1977’s, “Aja”, and for the super-fans, deep cuts such as, “Don’t Take me Alive” & “Sign in Stranger”. The powerful horns, the iconic guitar solos, the delicious piano chords, the grooving drums, and the distinct vocal stylings, Any Major Dudes is truly a show for Steely Dan fans by Steely Dan fans.

Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks @ The Factory
2026-07-11 20:00 | The Factory, 17105 North Outer 40 Road, Chesterfield, Missouri, 63005
Founding Yes singer Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks–include bass player Richie Castellano, drummer Andy Ascolese, guitarists Andy Graziano and Rob Schmoll, and keyboardists Christopher Clark and Robert Kipp–touring the US together playing a set of classic Yes songs. Castellano recalled that the combination of talents is a unique recipe for success: “If you can take a band that can sound like that, with Jon’s voice, that’s what people want to hear.”
Jon Anderson is undoubtedly one of the most recognizable voices in progressive rock as the lead vocalist and creative force behind Yes. Anderson was the author and a major creative influence behind the series of epics produced by Yes and his role in creating such complex pieces as Close to the Edge, Awaken, and especially The Gates of Delirium was central to the band’s success. Additionally, Anderson co-authored the group’s biggest hits, including I’ve Seen All Good People, Roundabout, and Owner Of A Lonely Heart.
Don’t want to miss this one!

Music At The Intersection (MATI) @ Grand Center Arts District
2026-07-17 - 2026-07-19
MATI (Music at the Intersection) festival and conference returns July 17-19, 2026

Graham Nash @ The Sheldon
2026-07-17 20:00 - 2026-07-18 20:00 | The Sheldon, 3648 Washington Blvd, St Louis, MO, 63108, United States
Graham Nash will perform a career-spanning retrospective of his six decades of contributions to contemporary music. Joined by Todd Caldwell (keyboards), Adam Minkoff (bass, drums, guitar, and vocals), and Zack Djanikian (guitar, bass, drums, and vocals), Nash will take the audience on a musical journey that encompasses his years with The Hollies, CSN, CSNY, and his beloved solo efforts.
Graham Nash is a two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, with Crosby, Stills, and Nash, and with the Hollies. He was also inducted twice into the Songwriters’ Hall of Fame, as a solo artist and with CSN, and he is a GRAMMY Award winner.
Nash’s solo career debuted with Songs For Beginners (1971), which included “Chicago/We Can Change the World” and “Military Madness” and others. In addition to his string of solo albums, he has performed and recorded with David Crosby as Crosby/Nash. Their eponymously titled Graham Nash/David Crosby (1972) is bookended by Nash’s “Southbound Train” and “Immigration Man”.

The Black Keys @ The Factory
2026-07-19 19:30 | The Factory, 17105 North Outer 40 Road, Chesterfield, Missouri, 63005
The Black Keys are an American rock duo formed in Akron, Ohio, in 2001. The group consists of Dan Auerbach (guitar, vocals) and Patrick Carney (drums).
The duo began as an independent act, recording music in basements and self-producing their records, before they eventually emerged as one of the most popular garage rock artists during a second wave of the genre’s revival in the 2000s.
The band’s raw blues rock sound draws heavily from Auerbach’s blues influences, including Junior Kimbrough, R.L. Burnside, Howlin’ Wolf, and Robert Johnson.

Selwyn Birchwood: "Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues Tour" @ Wildey Theatre
2026-07-30 19:30 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
Live, Birchwood is a true force of nature. A favorite among blues fans and jam band fans alike, his ability to win over an audience—any audience—is proven night after night.
With his warm, magnetic personality, Birchwood is as down-to-earth as his music is electrifyingly jaw-dropping. With his band feeding off his energy, the 6’3” musician roams the stage barefoot, ripping out memorable guitar licks with ease, his soulful, rocks-and-gravel vocals impossible to ignore. When he sits down to play his signature model Caladesi lap steel, he magically lifts the crowd into a sweat-soaked state of blissful elation.
Birchwood’s career took off when he was introduced to veteran blues musician Sonny Rhodes at the age of 19. Rhodes invited him to join his touring band, where Birchwood honed his skills in performance and band leadership. He formed his own band, the Selwyn Birchwood Band, in 2010, and quickly gained recognition in the blues community. In 2013, Birchwood achieved significant acclaim by winning the International Blues Challenge, where he outperformed 125 other bands, and also received the Albert King Guitarist of the Year Award.

Anthology-A Tribute to the Allman Brothers Band @ Chesterfield Amphitheater
2026-08-07 19:00 | Chesterfield Amphitheater, 631 Veterans Place Dr, Chesterfield, MO, 63017, United States
Tickets on sale Friday, April 24 at 10 AM
Anthology is a band comprised of seasoned musicians who have a passion for the legacy of the Allman Brothers, but what sets this ensemble apart from any others is their personal connection to the Allman Brothers, and Gregg Allman in particular. Two of the members, Danny Liston-vocals and Dickie Steltenpohl-bass, played in a Midwest band Mama’s Pride signed to Atlantic Records by the legendary Ahmet Ertegun. At one point in their career their paths crossed with Gregg Allman. He was impressed with their understanding of the feel for his music that he asked them to be in his band. So, playing the music of the Allman Brothers had become part of their DNA. Other members of the band are Tom Denman-keyboards, Terry Midkiff-guitar, Matt Rowland-guitars, Rob Lee-drums, Joe Meyer-drums. It’s Allman Brothers the way they would play, not note for note, but played with the kind of passion that ABB music evokes.
Doors open at 6:00 PM. Show starts at 7:00 PM.
Seating Information
$20 – Advanced* General Admission (Access to lawn)
$25 – Advanced* Reserved Seating (Stadium Style Fixed Seating)
$25 – Advanced* Reserved Pit Seating
$25 – Day of Show General Admission (Access to lawn)
$30 – Day of Show Reserved Seating (Stadium Style Fixed Seating)
$30 – Day of Show Reserved Pit Seating
$60 – 4 Pack GA (Sales end August 6 at 11:59 PM) (Access to lawn)
*Advanced ticket sale prices end August 6 at 11:59 PM.
The venue will be general admission, except for the green stadium style seating & pit seating in front of the stage which will be reserved for Reserved Seating ticket holders only. The Chesterfield Amphitheater does not have lawn chairs available for rental—we encourage general admission guests to bring their own lawn chairs.

Voodoo Marshall Tucker Band @ Atomic
2026-08-12 20:00 | Atomic, 4140 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO, 62110, United States
Voodoo Players began as a weekly jam at Broadway Oyster Bar in January 2014 with Sean Canan at the helm of a revolving cast of numerous, talented musicians from the St. Louis region. SCVP (Sean Canan Voodoo Players) brings to life and celebrates renowned works from a wide array of artists such as Prince, Fleetwood Mac, Phish, Blues Brothers, Neil Young, and the list goes on and on with more than 800 shows since the band’s conception. There is no other band in the St. Louis area that will tackle the multitude of musical creations that Voodoo Players does with such tenacity and energy.
It’s the long-awaited full-show debut of Voodoo Marshall Tucker Band! They are mixing Southern Rock with psychedelic jams to bring you a night full of amazing songs. “Can’t You See” how fun this show will be!

Voodoo Players for 8/12:

Sean Canan – guitar
Danny Liston – guitar
Gary Hunt – Fiddle, Guitar, Lap Steel
Tom Denman – keys
Josip Capan – bass
Joe Meyer – drums

Andy Frasco & The U.N. and Kitchen Dwellers @ Atomic
2026-08-14 20:00 | Atomic, 4140 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO, 62110, United States
Atomic Block Party – this is a rain or shine event.
$1 from every ticket sold benefits Backline, a nonprofit providing mental health and wellness resources to music industry professionals and their families, helping build a safer, more supportive music community.
ANDY FRASCO & THE U.N.
With curly tufts of a recognizable ‘fro peeking out from his omnipresent knit cap, Andy Frasco is a cross between John Belushi’s “Joliet” Jake Blues and Jimmy Buffett. He’s a band-fronting, songwriting party animal who turns into a swirling rock ‘n’ roll Tasmanian Devil onstage leading his U.N., not unlike Bruce Springsteen and the E-Street Band. From switching instruments mid-song to Frasco stagediving into the crowd or kibitzing with them, an Andy Frasco & The U.N. show is a celebration of inclusivity and tolerance where “You do You” and “let us do us.”

KITCHEN DWELLERS
Kitchen Dwellers continue to carve out their own lane in the world of progressive roots music, blending bluegrass, folk, and psychedelic grit into a sound as expansive as their Montana home. The Bozeman-born quartet of Shawn Swain (mandolin), Torrin Daniels (banjo), Joe Funk (upright bass), and Max Davies (acoustic guitar) has grown from regional upstarts into one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking bands in modern string music. Their catalog pairs instrumental virtuosity with emotional storytelling, an exploratory spirit, and a deep connection to the American West.
