Dusty James & Abalone Pearl @ Columbia Heritage Festival
2025-09-20 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | 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.

Blood Brothers @ Wildey Theatre
2025-10-03 20:00 - 2025-10-04 20:00 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
Blood Brothers ft. Mike Zito & Albert Castiglia are bringing the CD Release Party for our brand-new album “Help Yourself” to The Wildey Theatre in Edwardsville, IL, Friday, October 3 & Saturday, October 4! This will be a special blues celebration you don’t want to miss – two nights of brotherhood, guitar fireworks, and brand-new music!

The dynamic duo of guitarists, Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia, have come together to create the super-group “Blood Brothers”. For over 45 years combined in the music business, their musical journeys have paved their way in the Blues and Roots genre and have provided them with experience and life lessons. Nine-time Blues Music Award Winner Mike Zito, and five-time BMA winner Albert Castiglia have each won awards in the Blues Rock Artist of the Year category as well as the BMA for Blues Rock Album of the Year for their independent works. With both artists on the exciting Gulf Coast Records label, it only made sense for them to join forces and give the fans what they’ve been clamoring for: Blood Brothers. In 2024, their Blood Brothers debut album, produced by Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith, won the Blues Music Award for Blues Rock Album of the Year. In November 2023, Zito and Castiglia released Blood Brothers: Live in Canada, an album with perfectly captures all the excitement and blues/rock energy created by the two during a recent tour. Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia are true “Blood Brothers” in life and in the music, they have created both individually and collectively, joining forces in a collaborative effort of songwriting and high-energy performances to create a total listening experience greater than the sum of its parts.

RudeFest 2 @ 4 Hands Brewing Company
2025-10-04 11:00 - 20:00 | 4 Hands Brewing Co, 1220 S 8th St, St Louis, MO, 63104, United States
RUDEFEST IS BACK! – FREE ADMISSION! – ALL AGES!
This year will have over 30 local vendors curating their magic for this special event, as well as several food options (vegan as well) to enjoy some tasty bites! Mozzarella stick special anyone?
Lineup features 10 bands – The Operators, Courtesy of Tim, The HotRails, RumLuck, The Skatatonics, Tree One Four, Murder City Players, Big Time Scottie, Rat Party Dilemma & Rumorhasit.
Plus, DJ support by Bluebeat Collective, Crude Boys Sound System and Brick City Sound System. Spinning all day for you to rest in the AC in the DJ lounge upstairs (Handicap accessible).

The Liston Brothers w/Anthology @ The Pageant
2025-10-04 18:30 | The Pageant, 6161 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO, 63112, United States
Celebrating 22 Years of Performing at The Pageant, featuring Pat Liston, Danny Liston & The Liston Brothers Band!
Pat and Danny last shared the stage together in 2013 as MAMA’s PRIDE on the ‘The Midwest Express Tour’ with STYX, REO, Ted Nugent & MAMA’s PRIDE at Verizon Amphitheater.
Since then, Pat and Danny both have pursued solo and band projects separately. It was time, they decided to take another go of it and collaborate on a project together, since the last time they had done so, was in ’92 with the ‘Guard Your Heart’ CD.
How to merge their two very unique sounds and styles, was going to be a challenge, especially at this stage of both their careers and lives. It had been too long, to just wing it, as they did in their younger years. So, when you’re not sure how to go about the task of merging and blending 2 very different artist, you go back and visit your roots. What inspired them as young artist and moved them, then go forward from there. To let this unique sound develop over time. Thus, the idea of ‘The LISTON BROTHERS’ was born.

Walter Trout @ Wildey Theatre
2025-10-05 19:00 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
All of us are broken. But no-one is beyond repair. It’s a philosophy that WALTER TROUT has lived by during seven volatile decades at the heart of America’s society and blues-rock scene. Even now, with the world more fractured than ever – by politics, economics, social media and culture wars – the fabled US blues man’s latest album, Broken, chronicles the bitter schisms of modern life but refuses to succumb to them.
“I’ve always tried to write positive songs, and this album is not quite that,” considers the 72-year-old of an all-original track listing that rages and soothes. “But I always hold on to hope. I think that’s why I wrote this album.”
For the last half-century, however rocky his path, hope has always lit the way. The beats of Trout’s unbelievable story are well-known: the traumatic childhood in Ocean City, New Jersey; the audacious move to the West Coast in ’74; the auspicious but chaotic sideman shifts with John Lee Hooker and Big Mama Thornton; the raging addictions that somehow never stopped the boogie when he was with Canned Heat in the early-’80s.Even now, some will point to Trout’s mid-’80s guitar pyrotechnics in the lineup of John Mayall’s legendary Bluesbreakers as his career high point. But for a far greater majority of fans, the blood, heart and soul of his solo career since 1989 is the main event, the blues man’s songcraft always reaching for some greater truth, forever surging forward, never shrinking back.

Heartsfield @ Wildey Theatre
2025-10-11 19:30 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
Heartsfield returns for a night of Americana-based Southern Rock/Country Rock music. Their shows are full of fun, up-tempo, footstompin’ music. As always with a Heartsfield concert, you can expect a night of hot pickin’, strong vocals, rich harmonies, driving rhythms, great songs, triple lead guitar work from their huge catalog of music. Get your tickets early for this sure sell out.
Heartsfield members are: Andon Davis (lead guitar, acoustic guitar, mandolin, and vocals), Freddie Dobbs (lead guitar, acoustic guitar, and vocals), Scott Bonshire (drums), Steve Eddington (bass guitar and vocals), and Dave Nelson (lead guitar, acoustic guitar, dobro, and vocals).
Heartsfield has toured the United States in each decade since the 1970s, having performed before over 10,000,000 fans at 5,000 shows at colleges and universities, fairs and festivals, clubs and bars, private parties, stadiums, and in the streets. Having released their 12th album, they have sold millions of records and continue to please audiences with their brand of vocal rock music that has its foundations in southern and country rock.
Having been signed by Mercury Records and later, Columbia Records, Heartsfield has produced numerous FM radio favorites and Billboard charted records. Among them are “Music Eyes,” “Shine On,” “The Only Time I’m Sober Is When You’re Gone,” “I’m Comin’ Home,” and “Racin’ the Sun.”

Keller Williams @ Atomic Pavillion
2025-10-17 19:00 | Atomic, 4140 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO, 62110, United States
Musical Mad Scientist, Keller Williams, returns to Atomic Pavilion (St. Louis MO) in support of his new album “Deer”. Keller is best known for his whimsical lyrics, guitar prowess and for creating samples on the fly in front of the audience, a technique called live phrase sampling or looping, with nothing pre-recorded. The end result often leans toward a hybrid of alternative folk and groovy electronica, a genre Keller jokingly calls “acoustic dance music” or ADM.”

Abigail Stahlschmidt @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
2025-10-17 19:30 | Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC, 210 E Monroe Ave, Kirkwood, MO, MO, 63122, United States
Abigail Stahlschmidt is an internationally recognized acoustic and electric violinist, composer, singer, and professional model. Her musical experiences and creative ability have taken her across many genres from classical to pop to metal. Abigail began classical training at the age of 4. She attended the University of Missouri- St. Louis on a full-ride musical and academic scholarship where she studied under Julliard-trained professor John McGrosso and his colleagues of the Arianna String Quartet.
You may know Abigail from her performances with Mama’s Pride, El Monstero, and Mr. Blue Sky, or appearances with major sports teams such as the Cardinals, Blues and Battlehawks. Her dedication to pushing the boundaries of the instrument has earned her recognition as one of the most exciting electric violinists in the region.
This special performance will feature string quartet, band and guest vocalists. You can expect to hear selections from Abigail’s newest symphonic rock album release, Dream Machine, and covers of familiar classic rock and pop favorites!

Pines Fest @ Atomic Pavillion
2025-10-18 15:00 | Atomic, 4140 Manchester Ave, St. Louis, MO, 62110, United States
We’re excited to announce the lineup for PINES FEST 2025. This year we are moving to a new venue on October 18 at Atomic By Jamo.
This is a full complex takeover + block party!
Doors open at 2:00pm
Show starts at 3:00pm
LINEUP INCLUDES-
The High Hawks ft. Vince Herman (Leftover Salmon, Tim Carbone (Railroad Earth), Adam Gruel (Horseshoes & Hand Grenades), and more!
Armchair Boogie
Pert Near Sandstone
The Burney Sisters
Jake’s Leg
Tim Carbone (artist at large)
The Spooklights
Falling Fences
Hunter Peebles & The Moonlighters
Starwolf
Root Mod
Taylor zsteele & The Love Preachers
This is year number 4. Go crazy!

Grateful Shred @ Old Rockhouse
2025-10-21 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
Founded one night in 2016, the band came about almost by accident. Singer/guitarist Austin McCutchen had a residency at The Griffin in Atwater Village; his band was out of town, so he drafted some friends to play a set of Dead covers, and the four founding members (Austin, Sam, Clay, and Dan) have been together ever since. Sam Blasucci and Clay Finch (of country-folk revivalists Mapache) handle vocal and guitar duties, rounded out by bassist Dan Horne (of Cass McCombs, Jonathan Wilson, and the estimable Circles Around The Sun, who provided the incidental music for 2015’s “Fare Thee Well” concerts, the last shows played by the living members of the Dead ). Add a rotating cast of drummers (like Richard Gowen of he Growler) and keyboardists (like Lee Pardini of Dawes and Jerry Borgé of Ziggy Marley), and you’ve got the essential formula. Far from being a historical re-enactment, Grateful Shred’s laissez faire vibe infuses the band with a gentle spirit, warmth, and (dare we say it) authenticity.

October Songbird Concert @ Focal Point
2025-10-22 19:30 | Focal Point, 2720 Sutton Blvd, Maplewood, MO, 63143., United States
Songbird Concerts is a St. Louis-based concert series with singer-songwriters performing their material in a stripped-down, intimate, in-the-round performance space, a format unique in STL. Come enjoy singer/songwriters JJ Loui, Kip Loui, Mattie Schell, and Gerard Erker.
Kip Loui has fronted a series of musically eclectic St. Louis bands, including the Heebie Jeebies, Belle Starr, the Rockhouse Ramblers and the Transmitters. Currently, he’s part of a musical duo with his wife, Jennifer, aka JJ. He’s also a member of the outlaw-country covers band Diesel Island. Kip and JJ collaborated on several music releases.
Mattie Schell is at the forefront of the newest crop of young artists redefining Americana music. Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, she deftly blends the heartfelt honesty of American roots with the raw power of soul, creating a sound that has roots in tradition but is proudly and uniquely her own.
St. Louis native Gerard Erker is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter and founding member of the award-winning Roots-Rock & Bluegrass band The Mighty Pines. Gerard has toured extensively across the United States since 2013, refining his skills as a performer and entertainer. He has shared the stage with members of Railroad Earth, Leftover Salmon, Dark Star Orchestra, Sam Bush, Trey Anastasio Band, Greensky Bluegrass, Yonder Mountain String Band, to name a few.

moe. @ The Pageant
2025-10-23 20:00 | The Pageant, 6161 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO, 63112, United States
Thirty-five years ago, a posse of University of Buffalo-based musician-friends got together to play music. Out of freewheeling sessions bursting with bold, genre-defying creativity and tongue-in-cheek humor, a 6-headed monster named moe. emerged.
Decades later, moe.’s tireless work ethic, DIY resourcefulness, infectious songwriting, and highly-engaged fanbase—the Famoe.ly—have enabled the sextet to earn a successful career. Yet, the guys have never rested on their laurels as “jam band pioneers.” They average 100 shows per year, and regularly release vital new music, including the band’s latest album, Circle of Giants (ATO), its 13th release.
moe. is a brotherhood, featuring bassist/vocalist Rob Derhak, guitarist/vocalist/keyboardist Al Schnier, guitarist/vocalist Chuck Garvey, drummer Vinnie Amico, percussionist/vibraphonist Jim Loughlin, and keyboardist Nate Wilson. The six-piece band came up in the primordial pouch of the early jam band scene, alongside Blues Traveler, Spin Doctors, Widespread Panic, and Phish.
Lauded by American Songwriter for its “mind-bending musicality,” moe. is beloved for its sonic adventurousness, unbridled showmanship, and its witty and insightful songwriting. NYS Music has said: “moe. has redefined what’s possible within the genre, leaving a lasting impact and challenging listeners to rethink the limits of musical expression.”
Since releasing its foundational album, Fatboy, in 1992, moe. has issued a vast and varied series of now-classic records. Select studio album highlights include 1998’s Tin Cans & Car Tires; 2004’s Wormwood; 2007’s The Conch (which reached #1 on Billboard’s “Heatseekers” chart); and 2012’s critically acclaimed What Happened To The La Las.

Randy Rogers Band @ The Sovereign
2025-10-23 20:00 | The Sovereign, 3300 Washington Ave, St Louis, MO, 63103, United States
Camaraderie and creativity have made Rogers and bandmates Geoffrey Hill (guitar), Johnny “Chops” Richardson (bass guitar), Brady Black (fiddle), Les Lawless (drums) and Todd Stewart (utility player) one of the top bands on the competitive Texas music scene.
A native of Cleburne, Texas, Rogers grew up addicted to traditional country music. “I wanted to be George Strait when I was in the sixth grade,” he says with a smile. “And I grew up listening to Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard, I’ve listened to them more than anybody else, my whole life. I always liked songs. I always wanted to find out who wrote the songs and what the songs were about. I always liked the art and the craft of being a songwriter.
“You come to a show, you know what you’re going to get,” Rogers says. “We’ve worked hard at making ourselves better on stage and we care about our live show. It’s a way to come out and unwind, and we’ve stuck to writing songs that are about real life, about breakups or divorces, falling in love or babies being born, the ups and downs of life. People can relate. That’s what country music is supposed to be. Our band has been around for a long time because there’s no bullshit to us. We’re not in it to be rich and famous. We’re in it to make a living, provide for our families and do something that we all love. You can’t fool people and we haven’t ever tried. I think that’s the key.”

Chicago Farmer @ Focal Point
2025-10-25 20:00 | Focal Point, 2720 Sutton Blvd, Maplewood, MO, 63143., United States
Chicago Farmer has quickly become a Focal Point favorite with his witty banter and excellent songwriting.
The son of a small town farming community, Cody Diekhoff logged plenty of highway and stage time under the name Chicago Farmer before settling in the city in 2003. Profoundly inspired by fellow midwesterner John Prine, he’s a working-class folk musician to his core. His small-town roots, tilled with city streets mentality, are turning heads North and South of I-80.
“I love the energy, music and creativity of Chicago, but at the same time, the roots and hard work of my small town,” says Diekhoff. Growing up in Delavan, Illinois, with a population less than 2,000, his grandparents were farmers, and their values have always provided the baseline of his songs.
He writes music for “the kind of people that come to my shows. Whether in Chicago or Delavan, everyone has a story, and everyone puts in a long day and works hard the same way,” he says. “My generation may have been labeled as slackers, but I don’t know anyone who doesn’t work hard – many people I know put in 50-60 hours a week and 12-hour days. That’s what keeps me playing. I don’t like anyone to be left out; my music is for everyone in big and very small towns.”
He listened to punk rock and grunge as a kid before discovering a friend’s dad playing Hank Williams, and it was a revelation. Prine and Guthrie quickly followed. The name Chicago Farmer was originally for a band, but the utilitarian life of driving alone from bar to bar, city to city – to make a direct connection to his audience and listener, took a deeper hold.

Jake's Leg: One More Halloween Night @ Old Rockhouse
2025-10-31 20:00 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
Deadheads in St. Louis know Jake’s Leg. The band has 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’. 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.
The band knows that the audience is an integral part of each show. People leave their troubles at the door and get down together in a celebration of life. The audience members come in all ages and from every background, each bringing their own energy to the experience. The band and their audience have an on-going dialogue based in their mutual love of the music. It isn’t planned; it just happens. 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.
Doors: 7pm | Show: 8pm
All ages show – $2 cash surcharge for minors at the door

Boz Scaggs @ The Factory
2025-11-04 19:30 | The Factory, 17105 North Outer 40 Road, Chesterfield, Missouri, 63005
BOZ SCAGGS is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist. An early bandmate of Steve Miller in The Ardells and the Steve Miller Band, he began his solo career in 1969, though he lacked a major hit until his 1976 album Silk Degrees peaked at number 2 on the Billboard 200, and produced the hit singles “Lido Shuffle” and “Lowdown”. Scaggs produced two more platinum-certified albums in Down Two Then Left and Middle Man, the latter of which produced two top-40 singles “Breakdown Dead Ahead” and “Jojo”. After a hiatus for most of the 1980s, he returned to recording and touring in 1988, joining The New York Rock and Soul Revue and opening the nightclub Slim’s, a popular San Francisco music venue until it closed in 2020. He has continued to record and tour throughout the 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s, with his most recent album being 2018’s Out of the Blues.

The Infamous Stringdusters @ Old Rockhouse
2025-11-06 19:15 | Old Rock House, 1200 S 7th St, St Louis, Missouri, 63104, United States
Forward motion belies creativity and evolution. A staunch and unwavering commitment to progression is how an unassuming group of five friends can collectively become a GRAMMY® Award-winning force of nature. That’s exactly how it happened for The Infamous Stringdusters. Within thirteen years since their 2005 formation, the band—Travis Book [bass, vocals], Andy Falco [guitar, vocals], Jeremy Garrett [fiddle, vocals], Andy Hall [dobro, vocals], and Chris Pandolfi [banjo, vocals]— have consistently forged ahead, relentlessly exploring the musical possibilities of a “bluegrass ensemble” and breaking down boundaries in the process.
The motion includes a prolific output that rivals any act in music. In 2017 alone, they released three projects: Laws of Gravity, Laws of Gravity: Live, and Undercover Vol. 2 through Lumenhouse Recordings. Impressively, the band’s eighth full length record, Laws of Gravity, received a 2018 GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of “Best Bluegrass Album”, bowed in the Top 10 of the Billboard Heatseekers Chart, and marked their third debut at #1 on the Bluegrass Albums Chart with Undercover Vol. 2 becoming their seventh Top 10 entry. Recognized by some of the top names in the game, they teamed up with Ryan Adams for performances of “Sweet Carolina” on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and at Telluride Bluegrass Festival, and Newport Folk Festival. Phil Lesh also tapped them as his band for Phil and Friends at Lockn alongside members of Phish.
“I just hope that our music gives people a chance to feel free; free from the burdens of everyday life that we all have, free to just be themselves and be happy,” Falco leaves off.
“It’s an amazing gift to play this music, to share this journey with these guys,” concludes Book. “I wouldn’t trade it for anything, there’s no other gig I’d rather have, no other place I’d rather be than in the moment making this music. This band, our organization and crew, we’re a family and I think I speak for everyone when I say I hope we can do this for years to come.”

Joanne Shaw Taylor @ Delmar Hall
2025-11-14 20:00 | Delmar Hall, 6133 Delmar Blvd., Saint Louis, MO, 63112, United States
Experience the magic of Joanne Shaw Taylor and her incredible band as they deliver a powerhouse performance featuring songs from her latest album, Heavy Soul, and upcoming release, Black & Gold out on June 6, 2025.
Renowned for her electrifying guitar performances and soulful songwriting, Joanne’s vocals shine as she blends blues, rock, soul, and pop. The show also includes standout tracks from earlier albums and heartfelt tributes to classic blues legends. As one of today’s most dynamic performers, Joanne Shaw Taylor promises an unforgettable night of music.
Joanne Shaw Taylor was discovered by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics at the age of 16, quickly earning a spot on tour with his supergroup, D.U.P., and launching a remarkable career. Celebrated for her extraordinary guitar skills, Joanne has garnered acclaim from notables like Jimmy Cliff, Joe Bonamassa, Stevie Wonder, and Annie Lennox. By her 30s, she became one of the most sought-after guitarists in rock.

The HillBenders w/The Mound City Slickers @ Wildey Theatre
2025-11-15 19:30 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
The HillBenders
The HillBenders are an acoustic ensemble from Springfield, Missouri, deep in the heart of the Ozarks. Blending the raw energy of rock ‘n’ roll with the heart of bluegrass, their music feels as comfortable and familiar as your favorite t-shirt. With more than 15 years of touring experience and a trove of accolades, The HillBenders have built a reputation for high-energy performances, a diverse and dynamic song catalog, and a sense of humor that brings audiences together. Whether you’re dancing in the aisles or soaking it all in, their shows are about living in the moment and sharing the joy of music. Their original material and inventive mash-up projects, like the fan-favorite WhoGrass (a bluegrass tribute to The Who), along with collaborations with Keller Williams on GratefulGrass, PettyGrass, and KellerGrass, keep them on stages at festivals, theaters, and performing arts centers across the country and around the world.

The Mound City Slickers
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 more than a few contra 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).

Trey Anastasio Band @ The Factory
2025-11-19 19:30 | The Factory, 17105 North Outer 40 Road, Chesterfield, Missouri, 63005
Trey Anastasio Band, or TAB, is an American rock band led by singer-songwriter and guitarist Trey Anastasio of Phish and features drummer Russ Lawton, bassist Dezron Douglas, keyboardist Ray Paczkowski, percussionist Cyro Baptista, augmented by a full horn section, including trombonist/vocalist Natalie Cressman, tenor saxophonist/vocalist Kenneth Whalum, and trumpeter/vocalist Jennifer Hartswick.
Over the past three decades, composer/guitarist/vocalist Trey Anastasio has forged a multi-faceted career, winning acclaim in rock, classical and theatrical circles. He is a founding member of Phish, one of today’s most successful and innovative rock bands.
Anastasio has received GRAMMY® nominations for his recordings with Phish and for his solo work. He has collaborated with such artists as Dave Matthews, Herbie Hancock, Carlos Santana, Toots and the Maytals, B.B. King and The Roots, and – as part of the trio Oysterhead – Les Claypool (Primus) and Stewart Copeland (The Police). He co-wrote the music for the Broadway musical Hands on a Hardbody, which received a Tony nomination for “Best Original Score” in 2013. In the summer of 2015, Anastasio joined the surviving four members of the Grateful Dead for five stadium shows, which celebrated the band’s 50th anniversary and served as their farewell shows.

Pigeons Playing Ping Pong w/Dogs in a Pile @ The Sovereign
2025-11-21 19:00 | The Sovereign, 3300 Washington Ave, St Louis, MO, 63103, United States
“We pour every ounce of ourselves into every note when we perform live,” says Pigeons Playing Ping Pong singer/guitarist Greg Ormont. “When we’re recording in the studio, we try to maintain that euphoria while finding a way to pack it into a tight, focused vessel. Each song becomes like a spring-loaded can of worms: there’s all this energy boxed up in a neat little package, and then when you come see us live, the cap comes off and the contents fly out in every direction like fireworks.”
Blending infectious funk grooves, psychedelic jams, and experimental electronics, the Baltimore four-piece’s new album, ‘Pizazz,’ is a buoyant, blissful reminder of just how much fun music can be. Eschewing the traditional funk band lineup that typically includes keyboards, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong constructs effervescent soundscapes with just two guitars, bass, and drums, crafting their music with a sophisticated ear for both open space and dense layering.
Since the group’s inception nearly a decade ago at the University of Maryland (where the band’s name came to Greg Ormont and singer/guitarist Jeremy Schon during a moment of transcendence in Psych 100), they’ve built up a reputation as one of the most engaging and life-affirming acts on the road, maintaining a relentless tour schedule that has them performing up to 200 shows a year and hitting festivals from coast to coast.

Renaissance @ Wildey Theater
2025-11-21 19:30 | Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main St., Edwardsville, IL, 62025, United States
BIG UNEXPECTED NEWS! A once in a Renaissance lifetime event!!

Message From Annie Haslam – “This is where the BIG news started, in Edwardsville, Illinois originally last October and the last two shows on our In Gratitude Farewell tour. Memorable shows, lovely enthusiastic audience and beautiful intimate theater – The Wildey! Then, moving forward to August 2025, I was approached by an Edwardsville/St Louis promoter to return to the Wildey Theatre for a ‘one woman” show! After many phone calls, it was decided to go ahead but with some music added… and then it just grew a lot bigger from there, that now included Renaissance. These will be once in a lifetime shows, presenting a format I would never have dreamed up myself. Kudos to the promoter who talked me into this. It brought me together again with my old friend and founder of Renaissance as well as the The Yardbirds, Jim McCarty to partner up to discuss the history of Renaissance. It will be followed by Jim along with Renaissance (including me) performing several of his songs, then Renaissance will take the stage. An evening of the best Symphonic Rock music ever, no doubt we really have come full circle!”

There will be two shows at the Wildey Theater, Edwardsville, Illinois, on November 21st and 22nd.

Playadors w/Kudda & Friends @ Delmar Hall
2025-11-21 20:00 | Delmar Hall, 6133 Delmar Blvd., Saint Louis, MO, 63112, United States
Playadors are a musical force that effortlessly blends genres, creating a sound that is both nostalgic and refreshingly unique. Led by the multi-talented Dave Grelle, this collective of top flight musicians take listeners on a sonic journey that transcends boundaries.
With a deep-rooted love for jazz, funk, and soul, Playadors infuse their music with infectious grooves, intricate melodies, and soulful vocals. Their sound is a melting pot of influences, drawing inspiration from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Prince, and Parliament Funkadelic… as well as riff rockers Led Zeppelin and Thin Lizzy… all while adding their own modern twist.
Grelle, a masterful keyboardist, composer and musical director, leads the charge with an ability to effortlessly switch between genres, captivating audiences and leaving them craving more.
Whether they’re performing their original compositions or reimagining classic tunes, Playadors deliver a high-energy performance that leaves a lasting impression. Their music is a celebration of life, love, and the power of music to bring people together.
With a rapidly growing fanbase and a reputation for delivering unforgettable live shows, Playadors are poised to make their mark on the music scene.
