http://www.webguyblog.com Promoting local talent in and around St. Louis Wed, 20 May 2009 23:26:56 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en It's Tuesday night, and the place to be in Soulard is The Shanti, where Kimmy V (Vrooman) plays hostess to the RFT's Best Open Mic for 2008! The Shanti is known for its eclectic crowd of regulars & locals, nightly music, and NEVER A COVER! The entertainment is as diverse ... http://www.webguyblog.com/?p=159 The 17th Annual Noelathon was held at BB's Jazz, Blues and Soups. Proceeds benefit the music program at St. Frances Cabrini Academy, along with profits from a CD (featuring a number of Noelathon performers) and T-shirt sales. The famous and sometimes controversial Beatle Bob emceed the evening. Margaret Bianchetta, an ... http://www.webguyblog.com/?p=120 It seems that too many of my posts must report the loss or suffering of those dear to music in and around St. Louis. Mike O'Toole fought a courageous battle against cancer.  Sadly he lost this battle in November. I didn't know Mike well, but I had the opportunity to shake his hand, talk to him for ... http://www.webguyblog.com/?p=112 This talented sister/brother act stepped up to help Pik'n Lik'n celebrate their 1000th show. The musical siblings took the stage and filled the room with a number of tunes, including their version of John Barleycorn, as you can experience on the video below.  Steve Winwood, Jim Capaldi, and Chris Wood--core members ... http://www.webguyblog.com/?p=108 Pik'n Lik'n celebrated their 1000th show at Alandale's in Kirkwood this past Friday (December 12, 2008).  Current members appeared, along with guest appearances by Dan & Teresa Nienhaus, Atomic Duo, and Chuck Wagon Deluxe.  Joe Credit, one of the original members of Pik'n Lik'n, and the newest member, Ryan, rounded ... http://www.webguyblog.com/?p=107 It's been awhile since I've posted and I have a backlog now, so it's time to stop taking photos long enough to post them.  A couple weeks ago Carol and I had the opportunity to take a mini road trip to listen to one of our favorite groups, the Friendly Henrys.  The trip took us way out ... http://www.webguyblog.com/?p=196 Saturday the 8th was to be a 46th birthday bash celebration at The Shanti in Soulard for a man that was a big brother to everyone in Soulard, Kelty O'Brien.  By now most have heard of Kelty's senseless murder last week while on his way to work last Friday morning. Sadly what was ... http://www.webguyblog.com/?p=105 Bernadette Holzer, better known as Beltana of Wolvenwold, Sona, and Bellawyck (http://www.myspace.com/beltana ), has contracted Guilliame-Barre Syndrome, a disabling neuro-muscular disorder which also permanently impairs the immune system. This disease has no known cause or cure. Beltana has bravely battled back from almost complete paralysis and is now learning how to ... http://www.webguyblog.com/?p=103 Earl "The Pearl" Gibson, former member of The Sensational Ink Spots and active guest performer with many of the best bands in the St Louis and Metro East areas, passed away late night Friday 10-17-08. Earl was born 4-3-21 and celebrated his 87th birthday this year. Feature articles and obituaries are ... http://www.webguyblog.com/?p=102 Like their website says, Park Avenue Coffee, located in historical Lafayette Square, is known for their good people, good coffee, and good gooey butter cake.  Stop in any night to relax and enjoy coffee, one of 64 different flavors of gooey butter cake (the chocolate raspberry was delicious), and a good book, or bring ... http://www.webguyblog.com/?p=99