Independent Bookstore Day celebrates local bookstores and their community significance. St. Louis bookstores owners highlight resilience and connection amid challenges, helping foster a thriving literary culture.
Dom Flemons’ concert at The Focal Point highlighted his critically acclaimed work and passion for educating audiences about Black contributions to American folk music. A skilled multi-instrumentalist, his work challenges historical narratives and promotes our nation’s diverse musical heritage.
The May Day Orchestra’s new album “Exile” explores Victor Serge’s life through folk opera, blending historical themes with personal insights. Featuring Tim Rakel’s distinctive vocals. The new album highlights Rakel’s evolution as a musician and songwriter.
KDHX’s newly announced bankruptcy filing further raises concerns about its central role in supporting St. Louis’s local music scene. We spoke with local musicians about how the station has facilitated exposure and community connection that has been essential for their careers.
This past weekend brought over a dozen artists to the stage at Greenfinch Theater & Dive on S. Jefferson, where the musicians joined forces with International Institute of St. Louis to support immigrant rights. Mound City Messenger’s Erik Alan Carlson was there to document last Friday night’s event. Enjoy these photos of Po Mia, Kyoto Lo-Fi, MC JAB, and Megan & Shane.
Modular Mobb gatherings foster community among music producers and creatives, encouraging collaboration and experimentation with electronic instruments. Open to all levels, participants explore sound together in an inviting atmosphere.
It appears that KDHX has been off the air for over 12 hours. This is a developing story. We have reached out to both KDHX and the fired volunteers for comment on the situation. This story will be updated with more information as it becomes available.
Sam Golden and his Holiday Heart Studio are hitting their strides. When he’s not performing with local Western Swing supergroup, Fiddlin’ Sam and the Golden Bolo Band, Golden can be found collaborating with many St. Louis musicians who are seeking a more polished sound.
KDHX’s potential sale stands to have an outsized impact on small venues in St. Louis. Three venue owners reflect on KDHX’s importance to the local music scene and their businesses.
Mound City Messenger now has an improved event submission page. This feature empowers local music venues, art galleries, theaters, and other cultural organizations to submit their events for inclusion in the site’s events calendar.
