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The Elders
Take a group of Kansas City musicians with a passion for Celtic music, an Irishman with a love of all things American, and you get a cross-pollination of elements that is high octane and progressive, yet rooted in tradition. What they have come to discover is something unaffected by fads, trends and the giant maw of mind-numbing commercialism. Some call it arsekickin music from the heartland.
They're coming back for the 2013 Missouri River Irish Fest, and we were proud to feature them!
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Rusty Nail
Formed in St. Louis, Missouri in the Winter of 2005, Rusty Nail has been working to build on the rich history and sound of contemporary Irish music and folk music since the very first day. The band consists of two “refugees”, from the late Fredericks Music Lounge (Open Mic Night Hootenany), that got together with a guitarist with a background in Metal and a classically trained violinist to write new material and master an impressive repertoire of traditional drinking songs, folk ballads and pirate sea chanteys. These songs each tell stories and paint pictures for the audience to be invited into the show.
The name Rusty Nail was taken from a St. Louis version of a cocktail, mixing Irish whiskey (instead of Scotch) and Drambuie. It was clear to each of us that the “drink fueled party” was the venue we wished to reside.
Taking influence from traditional acts such as the Clancy Brothers and The Dubliners, as well as the modern efforts of our heroes The Pogues, The Tossers and Flogging Molly, Rusty Nail’s sound was created through the combination of these Irish and Folk Rock roots. Combining traditional instrumentation of mandolin, fiddle, dulcimer, accordion, tin whistle and banjo with guitar, the sound was authentic and inspired. By early 2008 Rusty Nail new that in order to fully realize the goal of the complete rock show, Drums and Bass were needed. By adding the new kick-ass rhythm section, Rusty Nail became complete and the band that each of us not only wanted to be in, but would also love to come and see in a pub or music venue!
Our live shows are fueled with whiskey and beer in perfect harmony with the music and sounds that we love. By cosmic intervention, the atmosphere created is the perfect recipe for a good time!
It is our sincere hope that audiences leave our shows fully entertained and excited for the next party!
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Red Headed Strangers
Red-Headed Strangers – Built around the core and close harmonies of Maureen Sullivan and Clare Krueger, the ‘Strangers expanded over time to include a talented roster of local musicians which also just happened to be mostly related to Maureen. They have been playing around town since 2006, frequently performing at benefits for a variety of causes, from providing mosquito nets in Senegal to saving the Mullanphy immigrant home right here in St. Louis. They’ve opened for Wayne “the Train” Hancock and Asleep at the Wheel, and shared the stage with dozens of local favorites. Over the last few years, the ‘Strangers have also played annual St. Patrick’s Day shows, and participated in the annual Thanksgiving performance of The Last Waltz, along with several of the “Stag Nite All Star” tributes.
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The Irish Xiles
Long, long, time ago, the Duffy family emigrated to America. Leaving behind their families and friends they set off from Dublin and landed in St. Louis. There they pitched their tents and began singing. They have been singing ever since, in bars and restaurants around the American Midwest. Ray plays guitar and bass and has the fastest rendering of the Rattling Bog in the world. Steve plays every instrument known to mankind on his keyboard. Damien plays drums. They all do a bit of singing. They are a Tallaght Band in St. Louis. They have recorded 3 CDs.
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St. Louis Irish Session Players
St. Louis Irish Session Players - Open session for Irish musicians of all levels. Normally held at Music Folk on Big Bend, Webster Groves every Wed. 7-9 pm.
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Duddy Breeks
Duddy Breeks is a trio of musicians who play traditional music. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, they play Scottish and Irish jigs reels and strathspeys not usually heard locally in the Mississippi river valley. Occasionally they might play Welsh and Breton tunes.
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Keltic Reign
With fiddle, whistle, accordian, piano, and bodhran, award-winning singer/songwriter Mitzi MacDonald and her family band will treat to some truly great tunes and songs from Ireland, Scotland, and her homeland, Nova Scotia, Canada. Mitzi takes us on a musical journey…and it’s always a great one… www.mitzimacdonald.com
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Peg Roach Loyd
---Peg Roach Loyd - author/musician/singer/songwriter. She is a native of St. Louis and now lives in Arkansas and has a soothing voice that hints of Irish ancestry and writes clever & engaging songs in traditional Irish and American folk styles. She tells stories of Irish history, emigration, musical craic (fun in Irish), love and parting.
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Jessica Haines and Mark Kaiser
Performances feature a number of songs from Ireland, Scotland, England, and the United States. They also feature stories about the origins about the songs, how they came upon the songs, and other allegories that add texture to the performance experience. Always lively and imbued with humor, their performances often inspire audiences to clap and sing along, creating a entertaining participatory experience that is not to be missed!
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Dan Jackson
Dan Jackson is a professional bagpiper in St. Louis, Missouri, with extensive experience piping at a wide variety of events including weddings, funerals, parties, memorials, ceremonies, and other significant occasions.
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Clarkson School of Irish Dance
Clarkson School of Irish Dance is the largest and most-accomplished school of Irish Dance in St. Louis (1989) and is the only school of Irish Dance in the state of Missouri with two dancers cast in world renowned Lord of the Dance and Riverdance. The school has approximately 150 dancers from the metropolitan St. Louis area, aged 4-21, and offers both recreational and competitive classes, intended to build self-esteem and accomplish self-fulfillment. Clarkson dancers compete at the local, regional, national, All-Ireland, Great Britain and World champion level and perform at a variety of events throughout the year. Clarkson is the only Irish dance school is Missouri with five teams to compete at the World championship level and annually has a large number of soloists qualify and compete at the World championship level. The school, under the direction of Mary Clarkson, offers classes, preschool through world champion, seven days per week at their Manchester and St. Louis (Dogtown) studios. To schedule a complimentary trial class or to learn more, contact Jen Thomas, jaycethomas1068@gmail.com or call 314-288-5639.
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Robert Treskillard
Robert Treskillard is a Celtic enthusiast who has just published his first novel from a subsidiary of HarperCollins: MERLIN’S BLADE, book 1 of The Merlin Spiral. The book is a historical fantasy based on the legends of King Arthur as well as the myths and tales from the wider Celtic world. Robert has been crafting stories from his early youth, is a software developer, graphic artist, and sometime bladesmith. He and his wife have three children and live in the country outside St. Louis, Missouri.
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Matt Morrison
A native of the Brandywell area, County Derry, Matt was a witness to Bloody Sunday in 1972. He became engaged in struggle for civil rights in the north of Ireland and as a result of his participation, he spent 1975 to 1985 in Long Kesh prison camp. Upon release, Matt made his way to the St. Louis, MO area, where he resides today.
He is co-founder of Thar Saile (tar-sal-ya) which means overseas or across the ocean. He is a member of the Irish-American Unity Conference which works to promote peace in Northern Ireland and a united Ireland and the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Mr. Morrison teaches Irish history classes and Irish language classes for the St. Charles Sister Cities Irish Chapter. He is available for speaking engagements.
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Couch Potato Greyhounds
Couch Potato Greys is a non profit group of greyhound owners dedicated to finding loving, commited families for the retired racing greyhound.
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Great Lakes Irish Wolfhound Rescue
We seek to educate and promote the Irish Wolfhound in the great lakes area. Here you will find information about the breed, photos of our members' dogs, match results, articles of the Irish Woflhound from our newsletter, rescue contact information, and much more.
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