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Voodoo Led Zeppelin @ Atomic
2025-07-25 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Atomic, 4140 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO, 62110, United States
Voodoo Led Zeppelin
Live at Atomic Pavilion • Friday July 25
Born from a weekly jam at Broadway Oyster Bar, Sean Canan’s Voodoo Players have spent over a decade bringing legendary music to life with a rotating crew of STL’s most talented musicians. With more than 300 shows under their belt, they’ve tackled the catalogs of Prince, Fleetwood Mac, Phish, and beyond, now they’re diving deep into Led Zeppelin.
Expect iconic riffs, electric solos, and a tribute packed with the tenacity and energy only Voodoo can bring.
Show starts at 8PM

Anders Osborn @ Atomic
2025-07-27 19:00 | Atomic, 4140 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO, 62110, United States
Anders Osborne brings a powerful mix of blistering guitar work, deeply emotional songwriting, and gritty New Orleans soul to the stage. Blending blues, rock, folk, and funk with raw vulnerability, his music explores everything from personal transformation to American life with poetic force. Known for his electrifying live shows and heartfelt lyrics, Osborne has become a staple of the New Orleans music scene and a favorite at festivals nationwide.
Don’t miss his unforgettable set at Atomic Pavilion on July 27 at 7PM.

Jake's Leg @ Old Rock House
2025-08-01 19:00 | MO

Emily Wallace @ Broadway Oyster Bar
2025-08-06 16:30 - 18:30 | Broadway Oyster Bar, 736 S. Broadway, St. Louis, MO, 63102

Blues at the Arch – Arch grounds Free Concerts Aug 8-10
2025-08-08 - 2025-08-10 | St. Louis Arch Grounds, St. Louis, MO, United States
Friday, August 8
5:30 – 6:30 pm: The Women of Blues ft. Uvee Hayes & Special Guest
7:00 – 8:00 pm: Dylan Triplett
Saturday, August 9
12:00 pm: House Music
12:30 pm: Welcome
1:00 – 2:00 pm: Myles Lacey
2:30 – 3:30 pm: Interactive Line Dancing Performance w/ The SlideShow STL
4:00 – 5:00 pm: Keeshea Pratt Band
5:30 – 6:30 pm: Skeet Rodgers
7:00 – 8:00 pm: Dexter Allen
Sunday, August 10
12:30 – 1:30 pm: Jazz St. Louis Presents: An Afternoon with Anita Jackson
2:00 – 4:00 pm: Mr. Sipp

Dr Zhivegas @ Old Rock House
2025-08-15 20:00 | The Old Rock House, 1200 South 7th Street, St. Louis, MO, 63104, United States

Aaron Kamm & The One Drops @ Atomic Pavillion
2025-08-16 20:00 | Atomic, 4140 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO, 62110, United States

Anthology @ Contrarian Concert Hall
2025-08-23 20:00 | Contrarian Concert Hall, 125 East Main St, Festus, MO, 63028, United States
Allman Anthology pays homage to all things Allman Brothers music.
From the early days of Allman Brothers Band, to the re-united ABB of the 1990’s, and even solo efforts, this show hits all of the right notes and checks all of the right boxes.

The Supervillians w/RumLuck @ Old Rockhouse
2025-08-27 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
The Supervillains is a four-piece reggae band from St. Cloud, Florida. The band released 7 studio albums, and have been a supporting band on tour with Pepper, Slightly Stoopid, Fishbone, Streetlight Manifesto, Mu330, Inner Circle, Authority Zero, the Expendables, the Mad Caddies, and Catch 22. They have included collaborations with such artists and bands on their records, such as Jack Ruby Jr. and Jeff Richey of The Toasters, Kyle MacDonald of Slightly Stoopid, and Kris Bentley formerly of Inner Circle.. The band is currently signed to Rah Rah Rah Records, with whom it will be releasing its 8th studio album in early 2013. It features remixes of previously released The Supervillains’ tracks and has guest appearances from other artists that The Supervillains have worked with in previous years.

Gaelic Storm @ Old Rockhouse
2025-08-28 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
Gaelic Storm is a Celtic band. Their musical output includes pieces from traditional Irish music, Scottish music, and original tunes in both the Celtic and Celtic rock genres. Their most recent album, Go Climb A Tree, was released on July 28, 2017. Gaelic Storm’s origins can be traced back to 1996, when Patrick Murphy and Steve Wehmeyer joined with Steve Twigger and Uillean piper Brian Walsh to perform at O’Brien’s Irish Pub and Restaurant in Santa Monica, California, of which Murphy was the manager. This led to a number of pub performances for the next year.

Texas Headhunters @ Old RockHouse
2025-08-30 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
Johnny Moeller’s guitar playing is full of voodoo and lighting. The floating bent notes, delicately singing phrases, bursts of staccato picking, and ringing piano-like chords that he sculpts into vibrant solos bring all the beauty, power, and mystery of the blues to life. Yet he’s impossible to pigeonhole. Although Moeller’s the latest in a long line of six-string wizards to hail from Austin, he upholds the Texas music tradition not by imitating the licks of legendary Lone Star State players who’ve influenced him — like Albert Collins, Lightnin’ Hopkins, the Vaughan Brothers — but by being a maverick. “The truth of the matter is I’ve never really tried to emulate anybody else,” explains Moeller, who’s wrapping up a daring new solo album. “There are lots of great guitar players who inspired me, and singers and saxophone players, too. But I don’t like to limit myself to purely one style of music. I have my own thing, which is blues based, and then I like to mix in everything else I love: soul, jazz, funk and rock ‘n’ roll.”
Jesse Dayton is an American, Austin, Texas-based Americana artist, best known for his guitar contributions to albums by country musicians including Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Willie Nelson. He is also notable for his collaborations with horror film director Rob Zombie, who has commissioned Dayton on multiple occasions to record music to accompany his films. Dayton was born in Beaumont, Texas, where he was raised on the music of George Jones, Hank Williams, and Lefty Frizzell, all the while harboring an affinity for the spirit of punk with bands like the Clash. After touring with two rockabilly bands, the Road Kings and the Alamo Jets, Dayton ventured off into solo territory, recording his Americana-chart-topping record Raisin’ Cain. Since then Dayton has released several different solo albums and worked with a variety of country rock artists, most notably Waylon Jennings and Johnny Cash on Right for the Time after Jennings injured his picking thumb and required a guitar stand-in.
Ian Moore (born August 8, 1968 in Berkeley, California, USA) is a guitarist and singer-songwriter from Austin, Texas. He studied violin as a child but later switched to guitar. His music contains elements of psychedelic rock, soul, folk, rock and roll, world music and blues, with deep literary influences. After playing guitar in Joe Ely’s touring band and appearing on one studio album, he spent time in Austin with his own groups, first Ian Moore and Moment’s Notice, then The Ian Moore Band. While attending The University of Texas at Austin, Moore played in Austin regularly, quickly developing into one of Austin’s largest draws.

Greg Koch w/The Koch Marshall Trio @ Old Rockhouse
2025-09-03 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States

Rockin' Chair @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2025-09-05 19:00, 2025-09-06 19:00 | Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC, 210 E Monroe Ave, Kirkwood, MO, MO, 63122, United States
Rockin’ Chair – A Tribute to the Legendary Artists of Laurel Canyon
Rockin’ Chair is a St. Louis-based ensemble formed in 2009, dedicated to authentically recreating the iconic sounds of the late 1960s and early 1970s Laurel Canyon music scene. This 13-member band brings to life the rich harmonies and timeless melodies of artists such as Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, The Eagles, Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne, and more.
Their tribute show, A Tribute to the Legendary Artists of Laurel Canyon, has been performed at premier venues across the St. Louis area, including The Grandel Theatre, Kirkwood Performing Arts Center, and The Pageant. With meticulous attention to musical detail and a deep reverence for the era, Rockin’ Chair offers audiences an immersive journey through a pivotal chapter in American music history.
Whether performing hits from Buffalo Springfield or the soulful tunes of Dan Fogelberg, Rockin’ Chair captures the spirit and sound of a generation, making them a standout act for fans of classic rock and folk music alike.

Black Magic: The Santana Experience & Gipsy Social @ Atomic Pavillion
2025-09-05 20:00 | Atomic, 4140 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO, 62110, United States
A powerful tribute to guitar legend Carlos Santana, blending:

African-inspired rhythms
Bluesy organ grooves
Melodic guitar played straight from the heart

Featuring 50+ years of iconic hits:

“Black Magic Woman”
“Oye Como Va”
“Europa”, “Samba Pa Ti”
“Smooth”, “Maria Maria”

Expect an energetic, soulful show that stays true to Santana’s legendary live sound.
Don’t miss this unforgettable night at Atomic.

Dusty James & Abalone Pearl @ Saint Louis Art Fair
2025-09-07 15:30 - 16:30 | St Louis Art Fair, 225 South Meramec Ave, St Louis, MO, 63105
SAINT LOUIS ART FAIR-throughout downtown Clayton-3:30-4:30pm. At the 32nd fair, there will be lots of the highest quality artists from around the country selling their wares as well as three stages of performers and the variety is amazing. Fair goes from Friday, September 5 through Sunday, September 7. We will be closing down the INDIE ARTIST STAGE on Sunday from 3:30-4:30. Don’t miss this one!!!
Both Dusty and Pearl began playing as teens in folk venues and coffee houses where they honed their instrumental skills and the art of crafting tight vocal harmonies. Each possesses in-depth knowledge of the music in their repertoire. The styles are varied and include traditional folk, roots, singer-songwriter, classic country, Americana, original songs and surprises. They invite the audience in by conveying the joy that goes with performing tunes that hold special significance for them. The duo was named Top Finalists in the 2021 Great American Song Contest for the lyrics to their original song, “Here You See Me Standing” and were named Top Finalists again in the 2023 contest for the lyrics and melody to the same song. The Great American Song Contest is one of the biggest song writing competitions in the USA, with 1900 songs entered from 42 countries. The same song was also a finalist in the international Talent Is Timeless contest. The newest song, “Run for the Border, (Mia)” was named a Top Finalist in the 2024 Great American Song Contest.
Dusty James (guitar, banjo, mandolin, harmonica, vocals) started playing and singing when he was very young. His influences included Lead Belly, Woody Guthrie, Bob Dylan, Doc Watson, Mississippi John Hurt and Merle Travis. Over the years, he has appeared in numerous settings, both locally and nationally, including A Prairie Home Companion and CBS Radio and he has had the privilege of performing on stage with the likes of Doc Watson and Roland White, among others. He was also a winner of the national guitar competition at The Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, KS and winner of various other regional guitar competitions.
Abalone Pearl (guitar, banjo, autoharp, dulcimer, washboard, vocals) started playing guitar at age 12 when she was inspired by Bob Dylan, Jean Ritchie, Mike Seeger, Memphis Minnie, The Carter Family, Robert Johnson and the folk movement of the 1960s. She became a professional musician at age 15, playing in coffee houses and other venues. Prior to the current duo, she was a member of various country rock, folk rock and oldies bands. She has also had a long and abiding interest in music history, owned a popular record/CD store for many years, and started and owned a record label.

Hard Bop Messengers: Roots FM Celebration @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2025-09-11 19:30 | Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC, 210 E Monroe Ave, Kirkwood, MO, MO, 63122, United States
The Roots FM Celebration with the Hard Bop Messengers
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. Whether reimagining classic Horace Silver tunes or performing selections from their acclaimed all-original jazz opera Live at the Last Hotel, the band always delivers with a distinct Hard Bop flair.
Known for their genre-crossing interpretations of artists like the Grateful Dead and Steely Dan, The Hard Bop Messengers continue to captivate both seasoned jazz fans and new listeners alike.
“This show for Roots FM will showcase classic Hard Bop as well as our other arrangements and compositions,” says John Covelli, arranger and bandleader.
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MATI: Music At The Intersection @ Grand Center Arts District
2025-09-12 - 2025-09-14 | MO
The 2025 MATI festival will return to Grand Center and The Roots FM is excited to be a community partner for this event!
Sept 12-14, MATI (Music at the Intersection) Festival and Conference returns for its fifth year with a diverse, roots-inspired and decades-spanning artist lineup. Headliners include 3x Grammy winning rapper Common with superproducer Pete Rock, the godmother of soul Patti LaBelle, New Orleans R&B singer-songwriter Lucky Daye, neo-soul R&B singer-producer Leon Thomas, legendary hip-hop group De La Soul, and jazz great Branford Marsalis. See the full lineup at MATIstl.org.
MATI weekend – now expanded to three days, Sept 12-14 – features more than 100 national, regional and St. Louis-based performances and presentations across 19 stages and venues throughout Grand Center Arts District’s festival footprint – with Washington Avenue being the main activation area. Weekend and single-day passes are available at MATIstl.org.
The Roots FM will have a tent where you can meet and talk with our DJ’s and YOU could even be on the air. We will be doing live broadcasts throughout each day on Friday, Saturday and Sunday!!! Hope to see you there!!
All MATI Main Stages passholders will have access to indoor restrooms, expanded seating, lounge areas, shade structures and curated food and beverage options. The Big Top and Field Stage will feature new video elements, while The Sovereign – brand new for 2025 – will offer a state-of-the-art audio and visual concert experience. MATI weekend pass holders will be able to come and go freely from the block party to the performance areas, showing their pass at security checkpoints to gain access to the Main Stages. Weekend (Sept 12-14) and single-day MATI Main Stages passes are available at MATIstl.org. MATI is donating $10 from each MATI pass to 4theVille for St. Louis tornado relief.

Map of Music at the Intersection 2025.
ARTISTS AND ACTIVATIONS BY DAY
MATI weekend features more than 100 national, regional and St. Louis-based performances and presentations across 19 stages and venues. The daily lineups are as follows:
Pedrito Martinez (Artist-at-Large); Keyon Harrold (Artist-in-Residence) and Brenda Navarrete (Artist-at-Large) will play on multiple sets throughout MATI weekend.
Friday, September 12
Coco & Breezy; Barrington Levy; Pirulo Y La Tribu; Weedie Braimah & The Hands of Time; Marquise Knox with Funky Butt Brass Band; Anita Jackson; House of Tucci: Ish Ensemble Superjam; Playadors St. Louis Superjam; Saint Boogie Brass Band; K Kudda Muzic & Friends; Materia Takeover; Noel Spiva; Branden Michael Lewis; Frankie Dowop & The Thundacats; and Scooter Brown
Saturday, September 13
Common & Pete Rock; Lucky Daye; John Medeski’s Mad Skillet; Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe; The S.O.S. Band; The Budos Band; Leela James; The Womack Sisters; Ryan Trey; Adam Maness Trio feat. Bob DeBoo & Kaleb Kirby; Whitworth; T-Dubb-O; Drea Vocalz; Mesonjixx; Joe2morrow; Antonio Foster Trio; Enoch Ravi and the Indigenous Groove; Marc Buxton; KC Mackey; Santo; The Boogaloo Crew of St. Louis; Cassette with Charlie Chan Soprano & Rhashad La Rocka’; and DJ Sinamin
Sunday, September 14
Patti LaBelle; Leon Thomas; De La Soul; Branford Marsalis; Arooj Aftab; The Baylor Project; Keyon Harrold; Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio; Butcher Brown; Jazz STL celebrates Miles feat. Danny Campbell, Keyon Harrold, Dustin Shrum, Dawn Weber, Kasimu Taylor & Brady Lewis; Blvck Spade & The Cosmos; Brothers Lazaroff Super Friends; Eldraco+FreeNation; Matt “The Rattlesnake” Lesch; Matthew Henry’s Agbara; DJ Mahf; DJ Boogieman; Papa Ray; Biko; DJ Crucial & Agile One; Chilly C; Steward Stiles; DJ Phonzeito; The Lady J Huston Show; and G.Wiz and the Time Travelers

The Band Feel @ Rose Music Hall
2025-09-12 20:00 | MO
THE BAND FEEL is a Rock band from St. Louis known for their dynamic sound that pays homage to the Classic Rock era while adding a modern twist. With influences ranging from 70’s rock to Laurel Canyon to mid-century jazz, FEEL has garnered attention for their high-energy performances and captivating songwriting. The band has quickly gained recognition within the industry, sharing stages with renowned acts such as Cheap Trick, Blackberry Smoke, 38 Special, Rival Sons, and more.

John Batdorf @ Focal Point
2025-09-12 20:00 | Focal Point, 2720 Sutton Blvd, Maplewood, MO, 63143., United States
John Batdorf has been performing regularly at the Focal Point for many years, and this will likely be the final tour he makes through our area. He is a singer-songwriter solo artist and one half of Las Vegas Rock and Roll Hall Of Famers folk-rock duo Batdorf & Rodney and 70’s hit band Silver whose hit song Wham Bam became a part of the Guardians Of The Galaxy ll blockbuster movie. He’s also a successful film and TV composer, session vocalist, and inspirational musician in the substance recovery community.

In his five-decade career, he’s worked with icons such as Ahmet Ertegun, David Geffen, Clive Davis, Roger Birnbaum, Adele, James Horner, Jimmie Haskell, Bill Conti, Bob Ezrin, Tom Werman, Bill Halverson, America, Rod Stewart, Dave Mason, Donna Summer, Dwight Yoakum, David Lee Roth, and Motley Crüe, plus many others. In the realm of film and TV incidental music, he’s lent his voice and compositional skills to beloved shows such as Tom and Jerry Kids, Garfield and Friends, Touched By An Angel, Promised Land, and Doctor, Doctor, and Book of Days. Most recently Wham Bam, a hit by John’s band Silver in 1976 is now part of the soundtrack to Guardians Of The Galaxy ll. With legendary Utah-based singer, composer, and filmmaker, Michael McLean, under Batdorf & McLean, he launched a unique substance abuse survival platform, and released the CD Soundtrax2Recovery.

Batdorf has also released new music collaboratively with his old partner Mark Rodney and James Lee Stanley. Since 2004, he’s released nine solo albums on his own imprint, BATMAC MUSIC.

Since 2017, John has released three new CDs including, Me and My Guitar, a 17-song rearranged and unplugged collection of songs John has recorded in his 52 year career, Last Summer and An Extraordinary Ordinary Life, Side ll, I’ll Let Roy’s Song Carry Me Home, and latest release, I’m Not Givin’ Up, were all written, recorded and released during the great pandemic of 2020/2023.

The Trophy Mules @ Webster Groves Garden Cafe
2025-09-19 19:00 | Webster Groves Garden Cafe, 117 E Lockwood Ave, Webster Groves, MO, 63119, United States
Throughout the course of their musical journey, The Trophy Mules have won over the hearts of music lovers throughout the St. Louis area. Performing at a variety of venues and having their songs played on community radio, The Trophy Mules have earned the admiration and affection of critics and fans alike.
The band’s musical style is a rich tapestry that weaves together elements of rock, country, and folk, creating a sound that is both fresh and deeply rooted in musical tradition. Fronted by Corey Saathoff, the Trophy Mules have become synonymous with stellar musical craftsmanship and engaging live performances. The Trophy Mules band consists of talented members who bring their unique expertise to the table, including Scott Swartz on pedal steel, Jerrod Gordon on bass, Josh Kean on guitar, keyboards, and vocals, and Dave Clark on drums. This lineup solidifies the band’s reputation for delivering captivating live performances that are both authentic and heartfelt.
Beyond their musical achievements, the Trophy Mules have shared the stage with renowned acts such as Shooter Jennings, Chris Knight, and Wayne “The Train” Hancock, among others. These experiences have not only enriched their musical journey but also positioned them as a must-see act in the diverse world of music.

Cimmaron 615 @ Wildey Theatre
2025-09-19 20:00 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
You’d be hard-pressed to find a band with a more impressive collective resume than Cimarron 615.
The quartet — just releasing its second, self-titled album — is a hall of fame-caliber assemblage, with credits that look like a who’s-who of Americana, country and rock history. “We’ve all been around a long time and done a lot of work — and a lot of it together,” notes drummer Rick Lonow. “There’s history here.”
Where the four musicians intersect is via the famed country-rock band Poco. Lonow and Jack Sundrud were its longtime rhythm section until the band ceased when co-founder Rusty Young died in 2021. Michael Webb played in the band for eight years, while Ronnie Guilbeau co-wrote Poco’s 1989 Top 20 single “Call It Love” with Lonow. Webb and Sundrud co-produced Poco’s All Fired Up album in 2013, and Lonow, Webb and Sundrud played on Young’s 2017 solo album, Waitin’ for the Sun.
Then there are the individual credits, which include many path-crossings with each other over the years. Lonow’s discography includes albums for Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash, Loretta Lynn, Nanci Griffith, “Cowboy” Jack Clement, Ryan Bingham and many more, has toured with the Bellamy Brothers, and was part of the all-star Burrito Deluxe. Webb played on iconic albums by Chris Stapleton, John Prine, Mark Germino and others, as well as hitting the road with John Fogerty and Hank Williams, Jr.; he was also part of the all-star Brooklyn Cowboys. Sundrud played with Dickie Betts, Vince Gill, and Nicolette Larson, and formed the group Great Plains. And Guilbeau — who, like Sundrud, worked in the California country-rock scene before moving to Nashville — was part of the bands Palomino Road and GYG.
Cimarron 615 came to be after Young’s death, when Blue Elan Records chief Kirk Pasich organized a tribute concert and album and brought Sundrud, Webb and Lonow together in Los Angeles as part of a house band for several projects – and heard the potential for more. Guilbeau rounded out the line-up in 2023.

Dusty James & Abalone Pearl @ Columbia Heritage Festival
2025-09-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Nifong Park, 2900 E Nifong Blvd, Columbia, MO, 65201
We are so happy to be asked back yet another year to this fabulous event. We play from 1:00-2:00 PM on the Boonslick Stage.
Both Dusty and Pearl began playing as teens in folk venues and coffee houses where they honed their instrumental skills and the art of crafting tight vocal harmonies. Each possess in-depth knowledge of the music in their repertoire and have taught classes in American folk music at colleges for many years. They have performed in more than 350 shows together since forming their musical partnership. The styles are varied and include traditional folk, roots, singer-songwriter, classic country, Americana, original songs and surprises. They acknowledge Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie, Doc Watson, John Hurt, Merle Travis, The Carter Family, the folk revival of the ’60s and ’70s and more among their influences. The duo was named top finalists in the 2021 Great American Song Contest for the lyrics to “Here You See Me Standing” and were named top finalists again in the 2023 contest for the lyrics and melody to the same song. In the 2024 Great American Song Contest, they were again named as Top Finalists for their newest song, “Run for The Border (Mia)”. “Here You See Me Standing” was also a finalist in the international Talent Is Timeless contest in 2023.

Sept. 20-21, 2025 Nifong Park
2900 E Nifong Blvd, Columbia, MO 65201

Heritage Festival features fun activities for all ages

Artisans demonstrating “lost arts”
Live entertainment on two stages featuring a variety of genres including Native American, Irish dance, Chinese dance, blues, folk, bluegrass and storytellers
Large contemporary handmade craft area
City of Refuge showcase highlighting local artisans and crafts
Fun for Young’uns Area (stilts, paper pumpkins, milk the “cow,” rope making, candle dipping, candy in the haystack, hayrides, and much more!)
Saturday evening ghost stories from 8-9:30 p.m.
Tours of the Boone County History & Culture Center and Village at Boone Junction
Great food, including local food trucks and festival favorites!

Recovery Fest STL 2025 @ Kirkwood Park Lion's Amphitheater
2025-09-21 12:00 - 18:00 | Kirkwood Park Lion’s Amphitheater, 111 S Geyer Road, Kirkwood, MO, 63122, United States
Recovery Fest STL is an alcohol/drug-free festival of Fun, Music, and Connection celebrating the St. Louis Recovery Community and their allies. And it’s Free!
Below are the bands schedule:
12-1:30PM: Steve Ewing Band

St. Louis-based musician Steve Ewing is best known as the golden voice behind the seven-piece powerhouse The Urge.
The Urge was formed in high school in the late 1980’s – an eclectic mix of reggae, hip hop, ska, and punk that sent a sonic shockwave through the Midwest music scene that can still be felt today. Many St. Louis natives fondly remember The Urge from their intense, face-melting shows at venues such as Mississippi Nights and local festivals like PointFest. Today, Steve Ewing continues to play actively with The Urge, the Steve Ewing Band, the Steve Ewing Duo and Master Blaster, and also owns and operates Steve’s Hot Dogs – home of the Official Hot Dog of St. Louis.
2-3:30PM: Jake’s Leg

Deadheads in St. Louis know Jake’s Leg. The band and their audience have an on-going dialogue based in their mutual love of the music.
They have been providing music for the scene for 49 years, playing thousands of shows to generations of like-minded fans who just wanna keep on dancin’. Maybe you’ve heard them in some dumpy little bar like the old Twenty North or at Busch Stadium: they’ve played’em all and continue to do so on a regular basis. And the band keeps growing.
4-5:30PM: Sean Canan’s Voodoo Players

Sean Canan’s Voodoo Players is a dynamic collective of St. Louis musicians, renowned for their unique approach to live performances. Led by guitarist and musical director Sean Canan, the group reimagines the music of legendary artists, offering fresh interpretations that captivate audiences. Since their inception in 2014, they have become a staple in the local music scene. 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.

Trophy Mules (acoustic) @ ALPHA Brewing
2025-09-21 15:00 - 18:00 | Alpha Brewing, 4310 Fyler Ave, St Louis, MO, 63116, United States
Throughout the course of their musical journey, The Trophy Mules have won over the hearts of music lovers throughout the St. Louis area. Performing at a variety of venues and having their songs played on community radio, The Trophy Mules have earned the admiration and affection of critics and fans alike.
The Trophy Mules combine rock, country and folk elements to deliver a distinctive and timeless collection of material that stretches across musical boundaries. The St. Louis band fronted by Corey Saathoff released the 12-song album “No Sooner Than the Moon” in November 2022. Saathoff fronted St. Louis acts Jerkwater Junction and Brain Regiment prior to forming The Trophy Mules in 2009. Rounding out the current band lineup is Scott Swartz on pedal steel, Jerrod Gordon on bass, Josh Kean on guitar, keyboards and vocals, and Dave Clark on drums.
This acoustic performance will include Corey and Josh. Stop by and have an enjoyable afternoon listening to this Americana duo!

An Evening with Andy Summers - The Cracked Lens + A Missing String Tour @ Wildey Theatre
2025-09-25 19:30 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
Andy Summers has enthralled music fans with his unique talent since entering the music scene in the late 1960s. Since picking up a guitar at the age of thirteen, Andy has made his mark as an essential component of The Police, as a solo artist, and as a writer, photographer, composer, and producer.
With The Police Andy is a driving source of energy and color behind Sting’s dynamic vocals, his guitar playing a distinctive and original signature of The Police sound.
During his Police years, Andy’s guitar was heard and imitated worldwide making an indelible impression on guitar and guitarists everywhere. Apart from the band’s multi-million selling records Andy received two Grammys for Best Rock Instrumental Performance and was also voted the number one guitarist for five years by Guitar Player Magazine, and then entered the Guitar Player Hall of Fame.
Andy, Sting, and Stewart Copeland — The Police — were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003.

The Holy Friars - Celebrating the Music of George Harrison @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2025-09-27 19:30 | Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC, 210 E Monroe Ave, Kirkwood, MO, MO, 63122, United States
An Evening with The Holy Friars
Celebrating the Music of George Harrison
Join The Holy Friars for an unforgettable tribute to the quiet Beatle, George Harrison. With heartfelt vocals and rich, authentic arrangements, this acclaimed ensemble explores the depth and brilliance of Harrison’s legendary songwriting—from his groundbreaking Beatles classics to his soulful solo masterpieces. An Evening with The Holy Friars is a moving celebration of one of rock’s most influential and spiritual artists. Come experience the timeless music and enduring legacy of George Harrison in a night of pure musical magic.

Shakedown Sunday w/Jake's Leg @ Jefferson Barracks Amphitheater
2025-09-28 15:00 | Jefferson Barracks Amphitheater, 533 Bagby Road, St. Louis, MO, 63125, United States
It’s not The Grateful Dead and it’s not supposed to be. While they draw mainly on the repertoire of America’s favorite psychedelic blues-rock jug band, Jake’s Leg naturally bring their own sensibilities to each part. The introspective singer-songwriter, the jazz stylings of an improvising soloist, rock-solid dance grooves, mind-bending jams: all are in play at their shows. The music can take you anywhere you want to go. And with their long-term unity and very capable musicianship, Jake’s Leg makes it a great-sounding trip.
Started as a duo by guitarists and vocalists Randy Furrer and Tim Fahy in the mid-1970s, lead guitarist Dave Casper soon joined the fold. Players were added and the music grew; friends came and went. Bassist Joe Trunko came on board in 1990, followed in 1991 by keyboardist Bill Noltkamper, completing the core four that have been playing and singing together for the past 26 years. Ryan Wilhite, after a short stint as percussionist, took over the drum kit in 2005. The sum of this is one of the longest-lasting bands in the country that plays a whole lot of your favorite songs, and you’ll find them playing in and around St. Louis.
If you’re a fan of the songs of The Grateful Dead, do yourself a favor and see Jake’s Leg. Your friends are there, and the music never stops.

Beth Bombara @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2025-10-03 19:30 | Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC, 210 E Monroe Ave, Kirkwood, MO, MO, 63122, United States
Joni and Beyond: Beth Bombara explores the music of our treasured female songwriters.
Beth Bombara is a dynamic singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in St. Louis, Missouri, celebrated for her evocative blend of Americana, folk, and indie rock. With a voice often likened to Rosanne Cash and a musical sensibility that bridges the raw energy of rock with the introspective depth of folk, Bombara has carved out a distinctive niche in the American roots music scene.
Born on August 4, 1983, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Bombara’s musical journey began with piano lessons in her youth, eventually leading her to the guitar and songwriting. She formed her first band, a melodic punk group called Green Means Go, during high school, which continued into her college years. After earning an interdisciplinary degree in Music & Culture from Greenville College in Illinois, she relocated to St. Louis in 2007, immersing herself in the city’s rich musical landscape.
Bombara’s solo career took off with the release of her debut EP, Abandon Ship, in 2007. Since then, she has released several acclaimed albums, including Wish I Were You (2010), Beth Bombara (2015), Map & No Direction (2017), Evergreen (2019), and It All Goes Up (2023). Her music showcases her versatility as a vocalist and instrumentalist, often featuring her on guitar, piano, and drums. Collaborating closely with her husband and bassist, Kit Hamon, Bombara crafts songs that resonate with authenticity and emotional depth.
A respected figure in the St. Louis music community, Bombara has been honored with multiple awards, including the Riverfront Times’ Best Americana Artist in 2014 and 2015. Her performances at venues like the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Whitaker Music Festival and her active engagement with fans through live shows and social media have solidified her reputation as a compelling live performer and dedicated artist.
Beth Bombara continues to captivate audiences with her heartfelt songwriting and genre-blending sound, embodying the spirit of modern Americana while honoring its roots.

The Special Consensus @ Focal Point
2025-10-03 20:00 | Focal Point, 2720 Sutton Blvd, Maplewood, MO, 63143., United States
Special Consensus, marking its 50th anniversary in 2025, continues to deliver a vibrant contemporary bluegrass sound deeply rooted in tradition. The band released a brand-new album, Been All Around This World, on the Nashville-based Compass Records label in June, 2025. Led by founder Greg Cahill, a recipient of the prestigious International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Distinguished Achievement Award and an inductee into the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music in America (SPBGMA) Hall of Greats, Special Consensus has been a cornerstone of the bluegrass community for five decades. The group has released 22 acclaimed recordings, earned eight IBMA awards, and received two Grammy nominations – a testament to their enduring artistry and innovation.
Special Consensus’ sound is grounded in a deep appreciation and understanding of bluegrass music, incorporating both the drive and harmonies of the traditional sound with the more contemporary sounds and repertoire of today. With the foundation of Greg’s unique banjo playing style and the vocal prowess of the 2023 IBMA Male Vocalist of the Year Greg Blake (guitar), Dan Eubanks (bass) and Brian McCarty (mandolin), these musicians effortlessly support each other and consistently maintain their bluegrass center whether they’re playing a jazz-tinged instrumental or a song from any of their award-winning recordings. These four talented vocalists and instrumentalists follow their creative desires without straying too far from their roots.
