This past Saturday, October 4, a legend was honored in a way only legends can be. The National Blues Museum in Downtown St. Louis awarded Martha Wash a Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrating her immeasurable contributions to music—and to the hearts and dance floors of multiple generations, especially within the LGBTQIA+ community. Often referred to as…
Perversion for Profit: Dagger Polyester
Dagger Polyester may still be flying under the radar, but the LGBTQI+ community—and the wider music world—won’t be sleeping on him for much longer. His debut album, Perversion for Profit, dropped in early August 2025 and is already stirring conversation with its provocative concept and daring sonic vision. Taking inspiration from the tragic murder…
Music at the Intersection 2025: A Soulful Celebration of St. Louis’s Musical Legacy
The Grand Center Arts District pulsed with rhythm, soul, and community spirit as the annual Music at the Intersection (MATI) festival lit up St. Louis from September 12–14, 2025. What began as a beloved local music event has now grown into a major cultural cornerstone, celebrating the city’s deep musical roots with a dynamic lineup,…
Toto’s Dogz of Oz Tour Brings Timeless Magic to Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
If you missed Toto’s Dogz of Oz Tour at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre this past week, you missed more than just a concert—you missed a full-blown celebration of classic hits, world-class musicianship, and communal nostalgia. From the first notes, the crowd’s energy was electric, surging with anticipation for the songs that have soundtracked decades.…