Chris Swan is a recording artist from St. Louis MO who offers inspirational, piano-driven hip-hop with a message of recovery and hope. He is also the founder of Soul Motivation Records. Swan says “I want to inspire others and to build a community around music and recovery. No matter how bad it gets, there is always hope. I am walking proof! I think music is so powerful how it can affect us on a deep level. My mission is to use music to help people who are experiencing pain overcome their obstacles, to show them that they are not alone and that they are meant to be healthy and successful!” Swan is releasing a new single every month on his website (chrisswanhiphop.com) and released his newest album “Welcome To The Fellowship” in the fall of 2018.

On Wednesday, April 17, more than two dozen CWE businesses are banding together to show their support for local medical professionals. With Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Shriners Hospitals for Children - St. Louis, and St. Louis Children's Hospital bordering the Central West End, medical professionals make up a huge part of our community. The CWE would like to recognize these employees and say “thank you” for all your hard work!

To show our appreciation, medical professionals/employees will receive a 15-25% discount at participating businesses below. Employees must show their ID/Badge to receive the discount.

Participating CWE Businesses:
AG Jeans– 20% off your purchase
The Candle Fusion Studio– 15% off your purchase
Club Viva– Free Cover that day
Culpeppers In the CWE- 15% off your purchase
The Cup - CWE, St. Louis, MO– 15% off your purchase
Drunken Fish– 15% off regular price items
East + West- 15% off your purchase
Enchanting Embellishments- 25% off clothes, purses and jewelry
Evangeline's Bistro & Music House- 20% off your purchase
Eye Roc Eyewear– 20% off frame and lens purchase (some restrictions apply)
Gamlin Whiskey House- 15% off your purchase
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams- 25% off your purchase
Left Bank Books- 20% off your purchase. Plus, anyone who signs up for their Friends program that day will be entered into a raffle to win a gift certificate to the store. Winner will be randomly selected and contacted by Left Bank Books.
lululemon St. Louis- Stop by the store and enter your name into a drawing to win a CWE Health/Wellness Goody Basket. Winner will be randomly selected and contacted by lululemon on April 18.
Mary Ann's Tea Room- Free Dessert that day
Mission Taco Joint - Central West End- 20% off your purchase
Orangetheory Fitness Central West End- $10 off monthly membership for WashU and BJC employees
Paul Mitchell The School St. Louis- 20% off services
Pi Pizzeria- 20% off your purchase
PLNK STL- 15% off any package or membership
Provisions St Louis– 20% off your purchase
Q Boutique- 20% off regular price items
Revive Tan- $10 off any package, product, or member sign-up fees
Rush Bowls- 15% off your purchase
scape- 20% off your purchase, excluding alcohol
The Silver Lady- 15% off your purchase
Steel Wheels Indoor Cycling- 20% off full priced memberships and packages
Straub's Markets- Enjoy the Straub's Special Sandwich with chips and a small fountain soda for $6 (plus tax)
Sub Zero Vodka Bar- 15% off your purchase
Taste of Lebanon- 15% off your purchase

For more information: www.cwescene.com/medicalprofessionalday/

When, at the age of four, Pat began playing his older sister's piano lessons by ear, his own classical training began.  This young musical genius spent a summer at the famous Mozarteum in Salzburg, Austria (1968); finished a Bachelor of Music degree from Webster College (1969); and, then pursued the academic life and a Ph.D. in music for two years before devoting himself fulltime to jazz performance.

Much in demand because of his impressive pianistics, crazy sense of humor (evenings spent with him are both awe-inspiring and hilarious), and ability to blend a band together with his supporting harmonies contrapuntal melodic lines, Pat is a charter member of five St. Louis Jazz bands; and he is the first musicican requested to accompany jazz greats coming to St. Louis to perform.

Greg Silsby is the former vocalist and guitarist for the St Louis based bluegrass band Cumberland Gap. He was voted as 'Best Male Vocalist' in St Louis by The Riverfront Times in 2011. 'A great bluegrass band is defined by its singers, and in Greg Silsby, Cumberland Gap has an ace. A long tall drink of mountain water, Silsby has a tenor voice that cuts through the air like a sharpened wing. He's not smooth, he doesn't croon or wail, but his pitch is precise and his feel for original and traditional material — the blues especially — is convincing. He has a band of super-pickers to back him up, but that voice always leads the way. He can sing a tune by the Dead or the Beatles, Bill Monroe or Anonymous, and he can carry the melody past twangy clichés and straight to the heart of the song.'

https://www.reverbnation.com/gregsilsby

Evangeline’s is offering all card-carrying members of the Saint Louis Blues Society 15% off their bill!!

"Joe Metzka is not your average blues man. He moved to the sacred "Joe Metzka is not your average blues man. He moved to the sacred ground of St. Louis and assembled a world class band that delivers a full package of blues, soul, funk and jazz seamlessly.

"The charismatic vocals, confident solos and killer grooves of this group will take you to the next level of appreciation for a live music experience you deserve." --John May, St. Louis Blues Society

http://joemetzka.com

Have a swingin’ good time with the whole family featuring the delectable sounds of Sweetie and Toothaches, Beignets, Shelly’s Be Nice or Leave Bloody Mary Bar and Bottomless Mimosas! Sweetie & The Toothaches aim to please by bringing you the sure fire authentic sights and sounds of the 1930's -1960's jump blues scene.

http://www.sweetieandthetoothaches.com

Reservations are not required but are recommended! Please call us at 314-367-3644

Dizzy Atmosphere is an elegant, lighthearted trio inspired by the 'Hot Club du France Quintet'.

Collectively influenced by an range of American (Joe Venuti & Eddie Lang, Stuff Smith), European (Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli) and Latin (Antonio Carlos Jobim, Xavier Cugat) recording artists, Dizzy Atmosphere demonstrates an enormous variety of repertoire, equally adept at playing Hot Club classics from Paris, America's greatest standards, interpreting the understated charm of Brazilian composer Jobim, or presenting the dazzling dance rhythms of Xavier Cugat.

https://www.sonicbids.com/band/dizzyatmosphere

Rhythm n Blues, Rock n Roll, Rockabilly

In February 2017 at the legendary Sun Studios, two sidemen on a recording session bonded over the swinging tendencies in 1950s rock'n'roll music: a transitional era that blends boogie-woogie piano with sassy saxophone in a format that appeals to all-ages dancing. Today, this blend still appeals to a wide variety of audiences, and Harlem River Noise reminds people of this feel-good experience via a thoroughly entertaining live show of original content that features sing-a-longs, instrument-switching, an upside down upright bass, and more TBD on-stage.

http://www.harlemrivernoise.com

Showcasing the best of the Blues in Saint Louis every Thursday!

Card-carrying Blues Society members receive 15% off their bill!

The Roadhouse Kings have been playing in a number of configurations for many years. This version was assembled for the love of playing their favorite classic country songs and includes Thayne Bradford (Guitar/Fiddle/Vocals), Vince Corkery (Bass, Vocals), Don Drewitt (Drums) and John Higgins (Pedal Steel Guitar/Vocals).

The Homewreckers are a south St. Louis rock and roll band that has been playing clubs in St. Louis and regionally since 1998. Original member Michael Fitzsimmons has gone through numerous lineup changes over the years but the core of the band is now Michael Fitzsimmons on vocals and guitar, Mike Evans on bass and guitar and vocals and Chris Keale on drums and vocals. 

http://thehomewreckersstl.bandcamp.com

1920's & 30's Hot Jazz, Hokum & Low-Down Blues!

"..the overall effect is somewhere between Clarence Williams and the Lil Hardin Armstrong small groups, with a dash of the Washboard Rhythm Kings, and completely refreshing.." --Michael Steinman of Jazz Lives • https://jazzlives.wordpress.com

http://www.miss-jubilee.com

Reservations are not required but are recommended! Please call us at 314-367-3644

All Musicians Welcome

Jim Manley and Chris "Luppy" Swan have come together to create a powerful jazz duo entertaining folks all across the St. Louis area. Jim is one of St. Louis’ premier trumpet players, and Chris (otherwise known as “Luppy”) is an inspirational, piano-driven hip-hop artist & the founder of Soul Motivation Records.

http://www.jimmanleymusic.com

https://chrisswanhiphop.com

Remember MTV Unplugged? Get a taste of that as Bob Baker performs stripped-down versions of your favorite ‘80s rock, pop, and new wave songs. Artists you might hear: The Cars, Elvis Costello, Queen, The Clash, Eurythmics, Prince, Men at Work, Ah-Ha, The Bangles, George Michael, Alannah Myles, Bobby McFerrin, and more.

Blue Lotus presents Bob Case and Paul Niehaus IV.

Born and raised in St. Louis, Bob Case was naturally influenced by the music around him. The Rhythm and Blues of Little Milton, Albert King, Ike & Tina Turner, and Fontella Bass along with the rock and roll of Chuck Berry, and country & bluegrass from southern Missouri.

 A guitarist since his mid-teens with skills on the electric bass playing music was a big part of his education. Out of high school Bob left St. Louis traveling south to hear and learn directly from Country Blues players Bukka White, Furry Lewis, Sleepy John Estes and Mississippi Fred McDowell who were getting attention in the 60’s folk blues revival.  

    In the early 70’s Bob left for the East Coast to start a national career, first in Boston and later in New York City.  After returning to St. Louis in the 90’s whether playing with his band or as a solo artist in festivals and clubs people everywhere enjoy his sound. For over 25 years he has been a big part of Mardi Gras parades and celebrations performing New Orleans Rhythm and Blues with his group the Wild Accusations for the Soulard Pet Parade since it first began. 

     “Music is a participant sport, I like to play music that brings people together”. And, the American roots level music Bob draws from does just that.

http://bobcasemusic.com

Evangeline’s is offering all card-carrying members of the Saint Louis Blues Society 15% off their bill!!

Jon Paul Scott is the author of “Tom Petty and Me: An Inside Look at the Life of Iconic & Legendary Tom Petty.” He is credited for launching the 40 year success of TOM PETTY AND THE HEARTBREAKERS and friend of Tom Petty for 40 years.

$10 admission includes personal band stories, open floor Q & A, meet & greet, book signing and exclusive after party.

Featuring live music by GRAHAM PAGANO & HOOKIE.

Presented by Evangeline’s and Tom Petty Nation.

Joe Bozzi is best known for wowing crowds at the St. Louis Playboy Club at Vandeventer and Lindell Boulevard. During the club's heyday in the 1960s, Bozzi backed up musical icons like trumpet player Dizzy Gillespie and saxophonist Cannonball Adderly. Popular entertainers such as Johnny Carson and Bill Cosby appeared regularly during his tenure at the Playboy Club.

Now a St. Louis legend and considered the "Godfather of St. Louis Music", Joe's music is a blend of traditional and modern jazz. However, if the occasion calls for pop, rock or top 40 music, Joe and the band provide the best in these genres as well, with Joe on the trumpet as well as his beloved vibes.

http://www.joebozziband.com

Hot Jazz, Hokum & Low-Down Blues! • Spanning the 1920's & 30's and guaranteed to make you wanna' Dance, Shimmy, Shake or at the very least tap your feet!

"This is rare and delicious, and even when they perform songs that are by today’s standards “ancient,” they seem full of emotion and fun." —Michael Steinman, Jazz Lives

http://www.miss-jubilee.com

St. Louis Music Industry Open Mic & Jam. A bass amp, two guitar amps, two pianos, PA system, vocal mics and various percussion instruments are provided. Just bring your guitar/instrument and a cord if needed. Everyone is welcome. First come, first serve; sign up to play 3 songs on stage. All musicians performing will get a wrist band for Half-off drinks, cocktails and beer for the evening.

Two of St. Louis’ finest guitarists combine talents playing Blues, Jazz, Country, Folk and World Beat.

Born in Chicago, Illinois and raised in Saint Louis, Missouri, multimedia artist: Eldraco employs music, dance, and visual medias to create dynamic and lively performance experiences. A graduate with Honors from the Webster University Music Conservatory, he is trained performer and composer of music. He has been classically trained in the voice in the studios of: Diane Davenport, Debby Lennon, and a one- year practice in the Speech studio of Joanna Battles.

As a composer and songwriter, Eldraco tackles subjects of societal ills and the human condition. Currently, he is working on his debut album “State of Nature,” a project investigating modern political climates and his personal experiences. His music is a mixture of Soul and Rock elements that combine to form a feel-good inspirational aura.

http://www.eldracoprice.com

"She has range, grace, and style... the voice of an angel. Oh, this could be heaven."— STLive Music

From Gloucester, England, Janet Evra is a jazz vocalist, bassist, and composer based in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. She blends traditional bossa nova, samba, and latin jazz with modern influences and an indie twist to produce a fresh sound. 

http://janetevra.com

To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of making music with “America’s Instrument, “ the St. Louis Banjo Club will gather at Evangeline's from 1:00 to 3:00 PM on the second Saturday of April, May and June for a Banjo Jam. Very casual and a chance to hear more solos, a horn or two and enjoy some good food and drink. As always, the music is free!

http://www.stlouisbanjoclub.org

https://marinermusic.bandcamp.com

Indie folk musician Anna p.s. conveys a sense of weariness throughout her simple but resonant songs, but it’s a weariness that keeps a blanket of hope tucked up under its chin, even as the rain keeps falling outside the windows. Grace always lurks around the corner on tunes that layer delicate vulnerability over the hearty stock of this songwriter’s spirit.

In concert, Anna plays acoustic guitar, foot percussion, and—perhaps unexpectedly—the flute. She uses a looper pedal to sample her guitar and loop it back while she plays flute interludes during her songs, bringing a unique element to her concerts.

"Anna and her music are one and the same. Both are genuine. Both are honest. Both are irresistible. You'll love the simple and true emotion of her songs, her spare instrumentation and the plaintive clarity of her vocals." - Al Kniola, WVPE The Back Porch

http://www.annapsmusic.com

St. Louis Music Industry Open Mic & Jam. A bass amp, two guitar amps, two pianos, PA system, vocal mics and various percussion instruments are provided. Just bring your guitar/instrument and a cord if needed. Everyone is welcome! First come, first serve; sign up to play 3 songs on stage. All musicians performing will get a wrist band for Half-off drinks, cocktails and beer for the evening.

Jazz vocalist and artist Jenna Bauer is joined by Dave Black (guitar), Ben Wheeler (upright bass), and Willie Smith (drums).

http://www.JennaBauer.com

Brian Vaccaro graduated from Webster University in St. Louis in 1996 with a Bachelor's Degree in Music with an emphasis in Jazz Studies. He continued his education at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville where he earned a Master's Degree in Music in Jazz Guitar Performance in 2000. Since completing his studies, Brian has been active as an educator as well as a performer. He has taught a variety of jazz and general music courses, including such titles as Jazz History, Jazz Ensemble, Rock History, and numerous others, at Southwestern Illinois College, St. Louis Community College, and St. Charles Community College. He has also performed and recorded with many of the top jazz musicians in the St. Louis area.

Double bassist, vocalist, composer and arranger Blake Shaw brings a wide variety of inspiration to the table. Being an ambitious and hungry bassist has helped him gain a plethora of experience in many genres of music. In his own project, The Blake Shaw Quintet, he not only showcases his original compositions but adds a mix of jazz influenced arrangements that take swing music to the next level.

http://Blakeshawbass.com

"Literate, rural-tinged imagery that powers the best of Americana." --L. Kent Wolgamott-Focus, LINCOLN NEBRASKA STAR

www.reverbnation.com/thebobband

www.thebobbandonline.com

"a kind of hot elegant rawness, a wild oxymoron that will make sense with the first listening."—Michael Steinman, Jazz Lives

Beignets, Bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys abound! Check out our amazing Bloody Mary bar by Shelly and take a step back in time with St. Louis favorite Miss Jubilee.

http://www.miss-jubilee.com

Singer-Songwriter and Pianist

"...a Venn diagram where indie rock, downtempo folk and light jazz intersect." — Christian Schaeffer, Riverfront Times

http://www.lesliesanazaro.com

Violet Bell’s original Americana is woven from threads of folk, soul, bluegrass, rock, and classical music.

"Folksy, jazzy, bluesy in all the best senses of those words, it’s like country music the way you wish country music would be rather than the redoubt of pop triflngs it is... a voice like cigarettes and the smoothest whiskey you’ve ever tasted." - Stephen Markley, Chicago Redeye

https://www.lizzy.net/

St. Louis Music Industry Open Mic & Jam. A bass amp, two guitar amps, two pianos, PA system, vocal mics and various percussion instruments are provided. Just bring your guitar/instrument and a cord if needed. Everyone is welcome! First come, first serve; sign up to play 3 songs on stage. All musicians performing will get a wrist band for Half-off drinks, cocktails and beer for the evening.

Cassandra Elese is a vocalist from Austin, Texas with soulful chops that always shine bright.

http://www.cassandraelese.com

Chris Swan is a recording artist from St. Louis MO who offers inspirational, piano-driven hip-hop with a message of recovery and hope. He is also the founder of Soul Motivation Records. Swan says “I want to inspire others and to build a community around music and recovery. No matter how bad it gets, there is always hope. I am walking proof! I think music is so powerful how it can affect us on a deep level. My mission is to use music to help people who are experiencing pain overcome their obstacles, to show them that they are not alone and that they are meant to be healthy and successful!”

https://chrisswanhiphop.com

Jim Manley is one of St. Louis’ premier trumpet players. He figures he has spent around 7,500 plus nights playing his trumpet around town in his hometown of St. Louis since the 70’s. His recordings have gathered critical acclaim as well and have traveled all over the world.

“Jim can make his trumpet soar, pop, sizzle and purr –he can do it all!”
ROSS GENTILE –WSIE 88.7

http://www.jimmanleymusic.com

Miss Jubilee has been entertaining audiences in St. Louis and beyond since 2007. Led by powerhouse vocalist Valerie Kirchhoff, Miss Jubilee plays an energetic blend of Hot Jazz, Hokum, and Low-Down Blues from the 1920s and 30s. Their one-of-kind repertoire draws heavily from the bluesy and swingin’ sounds of St. Louis and Chicago’s south side. Fueled by a hard driving rhythm section and gutbucket horns, Valerie's engaging and magnetic performance style and a commitment to presenting rare and lesser known songs. 

http://www.miss-jubilee.com

Reservations are recommended but not required. Please call 314-367-3644.

St. Louis Music Industry Open Mic & Jam. A bass amp, two guitar amps, two pianos, PA system, vocal mics and various percussion instruments are provided. Just bring your guitar/instrument and a cord if needed. Everyone is welcome! First come, first serve; sign up to play 3 songs on stage. All musicians performing will get a wrist band for Half-off drinks, cocktails and beer for the evening.

Enjoy a good ol’fashioned piano sing-along with legendary pianist Pat Joyce!

Much in demand because of his impressive pianistics, crazy sense of humor (evenings spent with him are both awe-inspiring and hilarious), and ability to blend a band together with his supporting harmonies contrapuntal melodic lines, Pat is a charter member of five St. Louis Jazz bands; and he is the first musicican requested to accompany jazz greats coming to St. Louis to perform.

"Roots 'n Raw Blues" featuring Chris Ruest of the Christ Ruest BAND (Bristol, CT), Eve Monsees and Mike Buck of Even & the Exiles (Austin, TX).

A veteran with nearly two decades’ experience on the bandstand, Ruest’s passion for classic blues (jump, Chicago, and Gulf Coast) and roots rock forms comes through in an original voice that combines immediacy and authenticity. Dead-on songwriting and savvy selection of covers provide a platform for his unaffected, honest vocals and tough guitar.

Eve Monsees is up for "Best Guitar Player" at the 37th Annual Austin Music Awards to be held on Wednesday, February 27, 2019. Her band, Eve Monsees & the Exiles, lay down Blues grooves, Texas roots and trashy garage from Austin, TX.

Mike Buck is a nominee for the 2018 - 2019 Texas Music Hall of Fame. Adding stone-cold style to any gathering, drummer Buck remains an integral backbeat to Austin music after five decades of performing. The Ft. Worth-raised son of record collectors, he relocated here in 1977 and made a name for himself in the Fabulous Thunderbirds and LeRoi Brothers. He’s played with Doug Sahm, Omar & the Howlers, and Roky Erickson, while backing Lightnin’ Hopkins, Screamin’ Jay Hawkins, and Bo Diddley. Buck earned a 1986 Grammy nomination with Big Guitars From Texas. Today, he co-owns Antone’s Record Store and maintains his status as a first call drummer in regular acts Les Débauchés and Eve & the Exiles.

http://www.chrisruest.com

http://www.eveandtheexiles.com

With a voice described as “pure folk,” Lucy Isabel has been charming audiences across the country since making her debut in Nashville in January 2015. Her music is inspired most by old country/folk storytelling.

http://lucyisabelmusic.com

Born in the heart of the Buffalo rust belt, The Rightly So brings a vibrant energy to Americana music. The young acoustic duo is comprised of esteemed guitarist and performer Gregory Zeis, and award-winning singer/songwriter Jess Chizuk. Together, their performances have the best of both worlds; vibrant energy and chemistry without losing any musical integrity. It's relatable acoustic music carried by perfectly blended harmonies that can only come from voices that were made to perform together.

https://www.therightlyso.com