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SUMMARY:James McMurtry w/BettySoo @ Off Broadway
DESCRIPTION:James McMurtry is the son of Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist and screenwriter Larry McMurtry (Lonesome Dove\, Terms of Endearment).  McMurtry’s attention focused on music at an early age. At the age of seven\, he picked up a guitar and began listening to songwriters. A few years later\, he discovered Kris Kristofferson: “I didn’t know what he was singing about\, but I liked the way the words ran together\, so maybe that had something to do with me wanting to be a songwriter.” \nDedication to his craft and a tireless work ethic account for McMurtry’s perseverance in an industry that has made it nearly impossible for idiosyncratic artists to earn a living\, but it’s his blend of traditional style and socially potent songwriting that has kept his audience coming back decade after decade. \nHis 2025 album\, The Black Dog and the Wandering Boy\, includes guest appearances from Charlie Sexton\, Sarah Jarosz\, Pat MacDonald of Timbuk 3\, and Bonnie Whitmore of the Whitmore Sisters. The album’s artwork includes a sketch of McMurtry as a boy by novelist and counterculture icon Ken Kesey; it also featured a cover of Kris Kristofferson’s “Broken Freedom Song” in tribute to the great singer-songwriter\, who died while McMurtry was preparing the sessions. \nBettySoo’s vocal prowess is a thing of wonder.  A world-class instrument of deft phrasing and purity\, a voice that knows when to hold back and when to dive in.  At her own live shows\, taking a verse onstage with friends or singing harmonies in sessions with Austin’s finest\, BettySoo sings with consummate loveliness and self-assurance.  A voice that knows the roots of American music inside and out\, coming from a most unexpected place – a diminutive Korean American with a deceptively girl-next-door demeanor.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/james-mcmurtry-w-bettysoo-off-broadway/
LOCATION:Off Broadway\, 3509 Lemp Ave\, St Louis\, MO\, 63118\, United States
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SUMMARY:Trophy Mules Acoustic @ Lieferbrau Brewery
DESCRIPTION:Trophy Mules Acoustic is Corey Saathoff and Josh Kean\, from The Trophy Mules\, will be performing in the biergarten outside. \nThe Trophy Mules have opened for such well-known music acts as Shooter Jennings\, Chris Knight\, Webb Wilder\, Sons of Bill\, American Aquarium\, Wayne “The Train” Hancock\, Trapper Schoepp\, Deadstring Brothers\, Star & Micey and Mountain Sprout. Whether it be as an acoustic solo/duo act or with his prior bands\, Saathoff has also had the honor of opening for The Bottle Rockets\, Slobberbone\, Marah and Bobby Bare Jr. \n 
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/trophy-mules-acoustic-lieferbrau-brewery/
LOCATION:Lieferbrau Brewery\, 118 E Market St\, Red Bud\, IL\, 62278\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jim Manley's Wild\, Cool & Swingin' Orchestra feat. Arvell Keithley & Leslie Craig @ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:Every year Jim has headlined at “Jazz at the Bistro” one of the foremost jazz clubs in the country to sellout crowds as well as various jazz festivals around the greater St Louis area. \n“Wild\, Cool & Swingin” is a show that recreates the vibrant music scene of 1960s Las Vegas. The show features the talented vocalists Arvell Keithley and Leslie Craig. Trumpeter Jim Manley leads the 4-piece horn section to exhilarating heights\, backed by an impressive rhythm section. If you’re looking for a wild\, cool\, and swingin’ time\, this show is not to be missed!  Viva Las Vegas\, Baby!
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/jim-manleys-wild-cool-swingin-orchestra-feat-arvell-keithley-leslie-craig-kirkwood-performing-arts-center/
LOCATION:Kirkwood Performing Arts Center KPAC\, 210 E Monroe Ave\, Kirkwood\, MO\, MO\, 63122\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dogs In A Pile @ Delmar Hall
DESCRIPTION:The sandy shores of Asbury Park\, New Jersey are hallowed ground in the Northeast; the rolling waves have ushered generations of venerated musicians to worldwide acclaim. Dogs In A Pile\, an eclectic quintet\, has emerged as the heir apparent to the town’s rich musical legacy. Merging funk\, jazz\, and rock and roll with psychedelia\, the band presents a completely original vibe built on kaleidoscopic soundscapes eerily reminiscent of the days of yesteryear. \nDogs formed when Jersey Shore native and guitar gun-slinger Jimmy Law began playing with family friend Joe Babick (drums) at a young age. Lightning struck when they were introduced to Berklee School of Music student and bass player Sam Lucid\, who immediately suggested fellow Berklee student and keyboard player Jeremy Kaplan. The addition of Berklee student Brian Murray (guitar) in 2019 made for the quintessential final piece in the Dogs’ puzzle. \nA string of sold-out local shows drove the development of a massive Northeast fan base\, affectionately known as the Dog Pound. As the band has traversed new territory\, their astronomical rise has continued nationwide. Armed with an evolving catalog of material and cultivation of an identity unique to Dogs In A Pile\, the quintet is laying down a musical and communal foundation most often associated with the scene’s most beloved acts.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/dogs-in-a-pile-delmar-hall/
LOCATION:Delmar Hall\, 6133 Delmar Blvd.\, Saint Louis\, MO\, 63112\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Wailers @ Atomic
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, The Wailers celebrate 50 years of Rastaman Vibration\, marking a defining moment in reggae history and honoring one of Bob Marley & The Wailers’ most influential albums. This special tour\, 50 Years of Positive Vibrations\, highlights select cuts from Rastaman Vibration alongside the timeless classics that continue to unite audiences across generations. \nReleased in 1976\, Rastaman Vibration was a pivotal album that carried reggae’s message of resistance\, spirituality\, and hope onto the global stage. Songs like “Positive Vibration\,” “Roots\, Rock\, Reggae\,” and “War” remain as relevant today as ever — powerful expressions of music as both a cultural force and a call for unity. \nUnder the leadership of Aston Barrett Jr.\, son of legendary bassist Aston “Familyman” Barrett\, The Wailers continue to honor their roots while carrying the music forward with purpose and authenticity. Joined by Mitchell Brunings\, whose soulful vocals and commanding stage presence have captivated audiences worldwide\, the band delivers performances that embody the enduring spirit of reggae — uplifting\, conscious\, and deeply human. \nAudiences can expect a soul-stirring setlist that weaves together the revolutionary spirit of Rastaman Vibration\, the band’s classic anthems\, and select modern highlights — all delivered with the same authenticity\, musicianship\, and heart that made The Wailers a cornerstone of global music. \n50 Years of Positive Vibrations is more than a tour — it’s a celebration of music with meaning\, a living connection between reggae’s golden era and its continuing power to inspire unity\, resilience\, and hope.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/the-wailers-atomic/
LOCATION:Atomic\, 4140 Manchester Ave\, St. Louis\, MO\, 62110\, United States
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SUMMARY:National Blues Museum "Farewell Jam" @ Hwy 61 Roadhouse
DESCRIPTION:Event by STLBlues.net\, Hwy 61 Roadhouse and Juliet Hudson \nBy now you’ve heard that the National Blues Museum closed its doors. STLBlues is sure sorry to see that era come to an end…….the music however\, you know it will live on!!\n\nCourtesy of the Wednesday evening jam at Highway 61 Roadhouse & Grill\, this jam event is in celebration of all the good music & good times that came from of the National Blues Museum jam sessions. Your jam hosts are Darrow Washington and Mitch Jacobs.\n\n*If you plan to attend\, please go to Facebook and mark ‘going’ so Hwy 61 knows how many to expect. Thanks!\n\n\nJammers – this is a ‘farewell jam’ to celebrate a fantastic 10 year era of the National Blues Museum! Check in with jam hosts Darrow Washington / Mitch Jacobs.\n\n\n\nAbout the National Blues Museum – \nThe National Blues Museum opened in 2016 at 615 Washington Avenue in downtown St. Louis\, Missouri. The museum was dedicated to preserving the legacy and honoring the history of the blues\, the music that gave voice to generations and stands as the root of all American music. Through interactive exhibits\, live performances\, and educational programming\, the museum celebrated how the blues touched and influenced every corner of the United States and beyond.
URL:https://www.therootsfm.org/event/national-blues-museum-farewell-jam-hwy-61-roadhouse/
LOCATION:Hwy 61 Roadhouse\, 340 S Old Orchard Ave\, Webster Groves\, MO\, 63119\, United States
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