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SUMMARY:Richie Callison @ Pere Marquette Lodge
DESCRIPTION:Happy Father’s Day! Let’s celebrate with a Beer Garden on our river-view terrace! This event will feature live music by Richie Callison\, good food\, and ice-cold beer…of course!\n\nNo admission fee or reservations required. Food and drinks available for purchase. Simple and stress free just the way dads like it! Seating is limited so feel free to bring your lawn chairs. Also\, if it’s hotter than heck\, we will move this event indoors to our Great Room.\n\nAbout Richie- Former Lead Vocalist/Lead Guitarist for Head East (2001-2006). Former Lead Vocalist for Geezer Butler of Black Sabbath Fame. Former Bassist for one of the hottest bands to play Illinois in the 1980s/1990s- TROUPE!
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/richie-callison-pere-marquette-lodge/
LOCATION:Pere Marquette Lodge\, 13653 Lodge Blvd\, Grafton\, IL\, 62037\, United States
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SUMMARY:Marcus King Band @ The Factory
DESCRIPTION: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). \nKing 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.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/marcus-king-band-the-factory/
LOCATION:The Factory\, 17105 North Outer 40 Road\, Chesterfield\, Missouri\, 63005
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T200000
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SUMMARY:Silverada w/Kelsey Waldon @ Old Rockhouse
DESCRIPTION:* Open Highway Music Festival *\n \nSilverada (formerly Mike and the Moonpies) has spent nearly two decades defining the sound of modern Texas honky-tonk.  Now touring under their new moniker\, the band has traded their “snack-cake name” for a sound that is bolder and more expansive than ever.  From their deep catalog of barroom favorites to the polished\, indie-rock-infused anthems from their self-titled 2024 album you won’t want to miss a moment. \n \nJoining Silverada is Kelsey Waldon\, a songwriter’s songwriter whose music cuts straight to the bone.  Waldon is touring in support of her latest critically acclaimed project\, Every Ghost (2025)\, bringing a raw\, powerful performance that blends traditional country grit with bluegrass-influenced vulnerability.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/silverada-w-kelsey-waldon-old-rockhouse/
LOCATION:Old Rock House\, 1200 S 7th St\, St Louis\, Missouri\, 63104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T193000
DTSTAMP:20260512T175347Z
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SUMMARY:The Robert Cray Band @ The Sheldon
DESCRIPTION:Blues icon. Soul man. Rock and roller. Robert Cray is all these things – and more. \nThe Georgia-born\, Washington-raised musician first picked up a guitar after seeing The Beatles on TV then\, having witnessed Jimi Hendrix perform in Seattle\, determined that his destiny would follow a similar path.  Across the past half-century\, Robert Cray’s developed into one of American music’s most singular artists. \nRobert Cray has shared stage and/or studio with the likes of John Lee Hooker\, Muddy Waters\, B.B. King\, Buddy Guy\, Chuck Berry\, Albert Collins\, The Rolling Stones\, Eric Clapton\, Tina Turner\, Stevie Ray Vaughan\, the Memphis Horns and Hi Rhythm Section.  Cray’s stinging guitar playing and soulful voice\, his skills as a band leader and performer\, mark him as keeper of the flame for American roots music\, an artist who never fails to deliver. \nThe Robert Cray Band features:  Robert Cray – Guitar & Vocals\, Richard Cousins – Bass\, Dover Weinberg – Keyboards and Les Falconer – Drums.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/the-robert-cray-band-the-sheldon/
LOCATION:The Sheldon\, 3648 Washington Blvd\, St Louis\, MO\, 63108\, United States
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DTSTAMP:20260605T050641Z
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SUMMARY:Punch Brothers @ Powell Hall
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed Grammy Award–winning quintet Punch Brothers return to Powell Hall for a special evening of genre-defying contemporary bluegrass music.  Featuring the virtuosic talents of mandolinist Chris Thile\, guitarist Chris Eldridge\, bassist Paul Kowert\, banjoist Noam Pikelny\, and violinist Brittany Haas\, the ensemble seamlessly blends bluegrass roots with fearless innovation.  Praised by The Washington Post for taking bluegrass to “its next evolutionary stage\,” Punch Brothers create music and lyrics that are both intellectually daring and emotionally resonant.  From their pioneering album Antifogmatic to their latest creative explorations\, this is modern string music at its most thrilling—bold\, brilliant\, and unforgettable. \nNote: The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra does not perform at this concert.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/punch-brothers-powell-hall/
LOCATION:Powell Hall\, 718 N. Grand Blvd\,\, St Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T200000
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DTSTAMP:20260211T192634Z
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SUMMARY:Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives @ The Sheldon
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/marty-stuart-and-his-fabulous-superlatives-the-sheldon/
LOCATION:The Sheldon\, 3648 Washington Blvd\, St Louis\, MO\, 63108\, United States
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SUMMARY:Old 97's @ Old Rockhouse
DESCRIPTION:  \nOld 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. \nOld 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. \nw/ Pernikoff Brothers\n \nA 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.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/old-97s-old-rockhouse/
LOCATION:Old Rock House\, 1200 S 7th St\, St Louis\, Missouri\, 63104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Clapton Chronicles: The Music of Eric Clapton & Danny Liston @ Chesterfield Amphitheater
DESCRIPTION:Sounds of Summer FREE Concert Series\n\n\nThe Sounds of Summer Concert Series is FREE to the community. No ticket is required; however\, all guests will still go through the security checkpoint. \nFood 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. \nClapton 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. \n\nDanny 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. \nDoors – 5:30 PM \nDanny Liston – 6:30 PM \nClapton Chronicles – 7:30 PM
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/clapton-chronicles-the-music-of-eric-clapton-danny-liston-chesterfield-amphitheater/
LOCATION:Chesterfield Amphitheater\, 631 Veterans Place Dr\, Chesterfield\, MO\, 63017\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T193000
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SUMMARY:Jake's Leg @ Wildey Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Wildey Jam will be celebrating 50 years of St Louis Deadication!\n\nThere is a distinct joy that takes place on any given evening that transcends the Grateful Dead style musical experience.\nCome share in the jams of Jake’s Leg in the unique theater setting of the Wildey for their summer appearance.\n\nNote: 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.\n\nGeneral 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.\n\nAssigned 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.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/jakes-leg-wildey-theatre/
LOCATION:Wildey Theatre\, 252 N. Main St.\, Edwardsville\, IL\, 62025\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T140509Z
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SUMMARY:Any Major Dudes: Steely Dan Tribute @ City Winery
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAny 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.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/any-major-dudes-steely-dan-tribute-city-winery/
LOCATION:City Winery-STL\, 3730 Foundry Way\, St Louis\, MO\, 63110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T210000
DTSTAMP:20260701T205241Z
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SUMMARY:The Trophy Mules @ The Hi-Hat
DESCRIPTION:The Trophy Mules are a St. Louis\, Missouri-based band known for blending rock\, country\, and folk into a distinctive Americana sound that spans musical boundaries.  Fronted by Corey Saathoff\, the group has been a staple of the local music scene since forming in 2009\, opening for and sharing the stage with notable acts like Shooter Jennings\, Chris Knight\, Webb Wilder\, Wayne “The Train” Hancock\, Trapper Schoepp\, and American Aquarium.  Saathoff’s influences range from REM\, Uncle Tupelo\, and Jay Farrar (Son Volt) to Bob Dylan\, The Beatles\, Hank Williams Sr.\, Gram Parsons\, The Byrds\, Guided by Voices\, and Merle Haggard.  The band’s sound often features reverb-heavy vocals\, pedal steel\, and a mix of storytelling lyrics and atmospheric arrangements. \nThe band’s current lineup includes – Corey Saathoff – lead vocals\, guitar\, Scott Swartz – pedal steel\, Jerrod Gordon – bass\, Josh Kean – guitar\, keyboards\, vocals\, Dave Clark – drums \n 
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/the-trophy-mules-the-hi-hat/
LOCATION:The Hi-Hat\, 1017 Russell Blvd\, St Louis\, MO\, 63104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T190000
DTSTAMP:20260705T202137Z
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SUMMARY:Charlie & the Tropicales @ Focal Point
DESCRIPTION:St Louis native and longtime New Orleans resident Charlie Halloran returns to the Focal Point for one night only! Charlie & the Tropicales bring a 1950s Caribbean hotel party to life with torrid horns\, tropical rhythms\, and infectious grooves.  With a nod to New Orleans’ history as the northernmost port of the Caribbean\, the Tropicales perform music from Trinidad and Venezuela\, Martinique and Guadeloupe\, and other destinations along the archipelago.  Scorching tropicalia\, and classic New Orleans jams.  Rocksteady and rumba\, biguines and boleros\, calypsos\, and cumbias.  Songs that get stuck in your head. Guaranteed to melt the ice in your drink.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/charlie-the-tropicales-focal-point/
LOCATION:Focal Point\, 2720 Sutton Blvd\, Maplewood\, MO\, 63143.\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T190000
DTSTAMP:20260705T201225Z
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SUMMARY:Duo Classico @ Evangeline's
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy great Cajun & Creole cuisine as you listen to the eclectic sounds of Duo Clássico\, featuring Tom Byrne & Carol Eder performing Jazz\, Classical\, Bossa Nova\, Pop\, & Blues repertoire on nylon string guitars.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/duo-classico-evangelines/
LOCATION:Evangeline’s\, 512 N Euclid Ave\, St Louis\, MO\, 63108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T170744Z
CREATED:20260613T170744Z
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SUMMARY:The Jacob Joliff Band @ Blue Strawberry
DESCRIPTION:Jacob Jolliff is one of the world’s premier contemporary mandolinists.  In 2011\, he graduated from Berklee College of Music\, having studied there on a full scholarship.  The following year\, in 2012\, he won the USA’s National Mandolin Championship in Winfield\, KS.  A fixture of the bluegrass scene\, he has performed and collaborated with Béla Fleck\, Tony Trischka\, Michael Daves\, Grant Gordy\, Wes Corbett\, and Alex Hargreaves\, to name a few.  Additionally\, throughout his 20s\, he toured as a member of the groups Joy Kills Sorrow and Yonder Mountain String Band. \nCurrently\, his focus is on his own ensemble\, The Jacob Jolliff Band—one of the most cutting-edge progressive bluegrass groups on the scene today.  They’ve released three albums\, the most recent of which\, “Instrumentals\, Vol. 2: Mandolin Mysteries\,” dropped in May 2024.  The band plays a combination of complex original instrumental music and vocal repertoire that spans from trad bluegrass to unlikely pop covers.  Improvisation and the ensemble interplay are at the forefront.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/the-jacob-joliff-band-blue-strawberry/
LOCATION:Blue Strawberry\, 364 N Boyle Ave\, St Louis\, MO\, 63108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T193000
DTSTAMP:20260708T170827Z
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SUMMARY:Kara Grainger @ Blue Strawberry
DESCRIPTION:Kara Grainger’s music career began in a small suburban town of Sydney\, Australia and since has taken her on an incredible journey around the globe.  Combining slide guitar\, soulful vocals and a heartfelt approach to songwriting\, Kara’s sound takes you up and leaves you ready for more.  At the age of 16\, Kara joined with her brother Mitch Grainger to form the band “Papa Lips”.  The band toured consistently throughout Australia and produced two studio albums that received national air play.  In 2008 Kara signed to Australian label “Craving Records” and was invited to the US by producer David Kalish where she recorded her debut solo album.  The recording entitled “Grand and Green River” received critical acclaim and remained in the top 30 of the Americana Charts for 38 straight weeks.  She has opened for many extraordinary acts including Peter Frampton\, Buddy Guy\, Taj Mahal and Jonny Lang.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/kara-grainger-blue-strawberry/
LOCATION:Blue Strawberry\, 364 N Boyle Ave\, St Louis\, MO\, 63108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T200058Z
CREATED:20260403T200058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T200058Z
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SUMMARY:Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks @ The Factory
DESCRIPTION: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.” \nJon 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. \nDon’t want to miss this one! \n 
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/jon-anderson-and-the-band-geeks-the-factory/
LOCATION:The Factory\, 17105 North Outer 40 Road\, Chesterfield\, Missouri\, 63005
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T193000
DTSTAMP:20260710T204623Z
CREATED:20260710T204623Z
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SUMMARY:MATI presents Jon Baptiste @ The Fabulous Fox
DESCRIPTION:Jon Batiste is an eight-time Grammy\, Academy\, and Emmy Award–winning singer\, songwriter\, composer\, and pianist\, renowned for his genre-defying approach to music and his commitment to inclusivity and cultural exploration. \nBatiste’s latest studio album\, BIG MONEY\, is a project rooted in American traditions spanning gospel\, soul\, blues\, folk\, and rock & roll. Featuring collaborations with No I.D.\, Randy Newman\, and Andra Day\, the album earned three nominations at the 2026 Grammy Awards and won Best Americana Album. Batiste supported the project with a national headlining tour that visited over 30 venues across the country\, consistently selling out. \nBatiste’s work also extends to film composition\, most recently contributing the score for Jason Reitman’s 2024 film Saturday Night\, which depicts the chaotic 90 minutes leading up to the first broadcast of Saturday Night Live in 1975. He also composed and performed music for the Disney/Pixar film Soul\, earning an Academy Award for Best Original Score alongside fellow composers Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross. Soul also earned Batiste a Golden Globe\, a BAFTA\, an NAACP Image Award\, and a Critics’ Choice Award. \nFrom 2015 to 2022\, Batiste served as bandleader and musical director of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on CBS.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/mati-presents-jon-baptiste-the-fabulous-fox/
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260429T170715Z
CREATED:20260223T192823Z
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SUMMARY:Music At The Intersection (MATI) @ Grand Center Arts District
DESCRIPTION:MATI (Music at the Intersection) festival and conference returns July 17-19\, 2026\n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/music-at-the-intersection-mati-grand-center-arts-district/
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260717T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T045412Z
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SUMMARY:Graham Nash @ The Sheldon
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGraham 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. \nNash’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”.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/graham-nash-the-sheldon/
LOCATION:The Sheldon\, 3648 Washington Blvd\, St Louis\, MO\, 63108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T043802Z
CREATED:20260406T043802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T043802Z
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SUMMARY:The Black Keys @ The Factory
DESCRIPTION: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). \nThe 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. \nThe band’s raw blues rock sound draws heavily from Auerbach’s blues influences\, including Junior Kimbrough\, R.L. Burnside\, Howlin’ Wolf\, and Robert Johnson.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/the-black-keys-the-factory/
LOCATION:The Factory\, 17105 North Outer 40 Road\, Chesterfield\, Missouri\, 63005
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T190000
DTSTAMP:20260722T183046Z
CREATED:20260722T183025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T183046Z
UID:29203-1784746800-1784746800@www.therootsfm.org
SUMMARY:Duo Classico @ Evangeline's
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy great Cajun & Creole cuisine as you listen to the eclectic sounds of Duo Clássico\, featuring Tom Byrne & Carol Eder performing Jazz\, Classical\, Bossa Nova\, Pop\, & Blues repertoire on nylon string guitars.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/duo-classico-evangelines-2/
LOCATION:Evangeline’s\, 512 N Euclid Ave\, St Louis\, MO\, 63108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T193000
DTSTAMP:20260717T201328Z
CREATED:20260717T201254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T201328Z
UID:29170-1785007800-1785007800@www.therootsfm.org
SUMMARY:Jennifer Lyn & The Groove Revival @ The Sheldon
DESCRIPTION:Electric Eden is a high-impact concert experience built for people who remember when live music felt like an event.  The concert delivers a powerful mix of blues-rock originals and reimagined classics inspired by rock legends like Jimi Hendrix\, Janis Joplin\, The Rolling Stones\, and Led Zeppelin. Rather than recreating the past\, Electric Eden channels that spirit through a modern blues-rock edge that keeps the night moving forward. \nThe performance is known for its powerful vocals\, guitar interplay\, and immersive atmosphere\, with general admission seating to encourage friends and family to sit together.  Take your seat. Lock in. Feel it happen.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/jennifer-lyn-the-groove-revival-the-sheldon/
LOCATION:The Sheldon\, 3648 Washington Blvd\, St Louis\, MO\, 63108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T054649Z
CREATED:20260522T215424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T054649Z
UID:28765-1785074400-1785074400@www.therootsfm.org
SUMMARY:Zane Grey/The Blast Final Fling @ Contrarian Concert Hall
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nFor those of you lucky to get tickets to this concert\, congratulations!  This is going to be fantastic!
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/zane-grey-the-blast-final-fling-contrarian-concert-hall/
LOCATION:Contrarian Concert Hall\, 125 East Main St\, Festus\, MO\, 63028\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T140000
DTSTAMP:20260705T202947Z
CREATED:20260705T202947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T202947Z
UID:29104-1785074400-1785074400@www.therootsfm.org
SUMMARY:Chris Jones and the Night Drivers @ Focal Point
DESCRIPTION:Chris Jones & the Night Drivers make some of the most distinctively elegant yet driving bluegrass music heard anywhere today. Deeply rooted in tradition but never bound to it\, they deliver original music with tight arrangements\, emotional authenticity\, and engaging humor. As actor and banjo player Steve Martin says\, “Chris Jones’ voice is there with the great masters\,” adding that the Night Drivers are “some of the best players in bluegrass.” The band consists of Chris on guitar and lead vocals\, Grace van’t Hof on Banjo and Ukulele\, Nelson Williams on bass\, and Mark Stoffel on mandolin. Together they have become popular repeat performers at major festivals like Merlefest in North Carolina\, the Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield\, Kansas. They have filled a wide variety of venues around the world\, touring across the U.S. and Canada\, and all over Europe\, including Germany\, Switzerland\, the Czech Republic\, and Ireland.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/chris-jones-and-the-night-drivers-focal-point/
LOCATION:Focal Point\, 2720 Sutton Blvd\, Maplewood\, MO\, 63143.\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T173912Z
CREATED:20260526T173912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T173912Z
UID:28786-1785355200-1785355200@www.therootsfm.org
SUMMARY:Texas Headhunters @ Old Rockhouse
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for raw energy\, world-class fretwork\, and deep-grooved soul.  It’s a rare chance to see three legendary “guitar slingers” sharing one stage for a true roadhouse stomp.  Ian Moore\, Jesse Dayton\, and Johnny Moeller are bringing the best of Austin’s guitar tradition to the stage. This is a night of pure\, high-octane Texas blues-rock at its finest. \n 
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/texas-headhunters-old-rockhouse-2/
LOCATION:Old Rock House\, 1200 S 7th St\, St Louis\, Missouri\, 63104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T144044Z
CREATED:20260428T144044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T144044Z
UID:28710-1785439800-1785439800@www.therootsfm.org
SUMMARY:Selwyn Birchwood: "Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues Tour" @ Wildey Theatre
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWith 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. \nBirchwood’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.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/selwyn-birchwood-electric-swamp-funkin-blues-tour-wildey-theatre/
LOCATION:Wildey Theatre\, 252 N. Main St.\, Edwardsville\, IL\, 62025\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T174421Z
CREATED:20260526T174421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T174421Z
UID:28787-1785441600-1785441600@www.therootsfm.org
SUMMARY:Patrick Sweany @ Old Rockhouse
DESCRIPTION:Patrick Sweany doesn’t just play the blues; he digs them up\, shakes off the dirt\, and makes them roar. Known for a voice that sounds like velvet dragged over gravel and a guitar style that bridges the gap between Delta tradition and 70s garage rock\, his live shows are a masterclass in raw\, foot-stomping energy.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/patrick-sweany-old-rockhouse/
LOCATION:Old Rock House\, 1200 S 7th St\, St Louis\, Missouri\, 63104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T193000
DTSTAMP:20260724T215937Z
CREATED:20260724T215937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T215937Z
UID:29215-1785526200-1785526200@www.therootsfm.org
SUMMARY:The Trophy Mules @ Stovall's Grove
DESCRIPTION:The Trophy Mules are a St. Louis–based band known for blending rock\, country\, and folk into a distinctive\, timeless sound that spans musical boundaries.  Fronted by Corey Saathoff\, the group has built a reputation for well-crafted songwriting\, strong live performances\, and a loyal following in the Midwest and beyond.  Their music is described as Americana country rock with a mix of rock energy\, country storytelling\, and folk sensibility. \nBand Members are: \n\nCorey Saathoff – lead vocals\, guitar\, keyboards\nScott Swartz – pedal steel\nJerrod Gordon – bass\nJosh Kean – guitar\, keyboards\, vocals\nDave Clark – drums\n\nThe Trophy Mules have opened for notable acts such as Shooter Jennings\, Chris Knight\, Webb Wilder\, Sons of Bill\, American Aquarium\, Wayne “The Train” Hancock\, Trapper Schoepp\, Deadstring Brothers\, Star & Micey\, Mountain Sprout\, and have also shared the stage with The Bottle Rockets\, Slobberbone\, Marah\, and Bobby Bare Jr. \n 
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/the-trophy-mules-stovalls-grove-2/
LOCATION:Stovall’s Grove\, 18720 Stovall Ln\, Wildwood\, MO\, 63069\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T174711Z
CREATED:20260613T174711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T174711Z
UID:28833-1785528000-1785528000@www.therootsfm.org
SUMMARY:Jimmy Griffin & The Incurables (w/Guests) @ Wildey Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Jimmy Griffin is an American rock guitarist and vocalist who has been a central figure in the St. Louis music scene for decades. Known for his versatility\, he has played in multiple bands\, both as a solo artist and as part of tribute acts and has also contributed to the success of local legends like El Monstero.  Griffin’s style is rooted in American rock\, with influences from classic rock and hard rock.  He is recognized for his poised stage presence\, songwriting talent\, and ability to connect with audiences through both new material and familiar favorites.  He is a seasoned St. Louis rock musician whose career spans TV appearances\, original bands\, and tribute work\, with The Incurables being one of his most recognized recent projects. \nJimmy Griffin and The Incurables guests will feature Emily Wallace and members of the Funky Butt Brass Band.  Dan Eubanks and Friends opens this great night of music.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/jimmy-griffin-the-incurables-w-guests-wildey-theatre/
LOCATION:Wildey Theatre\, 252 N. Main St.\, Edwardsville\, IL\, 62025\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T200000
DTSTAMP:20260714T223317Z
CREATED:20260714T222635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T223317Z
UID:29167-1785528000-1785528000@www.therootsfm.org
SUMMARY:Sandy Weltman and The Sandcats @ Focal Point
DESCRIPTION:Harmonica wizard Sandy Weltman is a player whose sound defies boundaries.  After studying under the renowned Howard “Flecktones” Levy\, Sandy rose to international acclaim\, earning top honors in the World Harmonica Competitions. \nMasterful on both diatonic and chromatic harmonicas\, he navigates jazz\, blues\, bluegrass\, klezmer\, and latin styles\, creating a rich tapestry of sound.  As the former St. Louis Symphony Pops’ Richard Hayman says\, “He is a true musician. The ideas he hears and executes with flawless ease are astounding.”  Sandy’s performances invite audiences into a world where the harmonica is a voice of pure passion. \nThe other two Sandcats joining Sandy for an evening of great American jazz\, folk and pop classics are two of St.Louis finest pickers\, Steve Schenkel on guitar and Rick Vice on bass.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/sandy-weltman-and-the-sandcats-focal-point/
LOCATION:Focal Point\, 2720 Sutton Blvd\, Maplewood\, MO\, 63143.\, United States
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