Saint Louis Indie Rock Meetup Group

"Kahlúa shooter, DUI scooter"

What a difference a year makes! MJ Lenderman was playing Off Broadway when he rolled through town last October, but he's taking a major step up to The Factory this time around. I guess that's what happens when you release one of the most acclaimed albums of 2024 (plus a prominent guest spot on that Waxahatchee record). Musically, he's mining a familiar vein of country-tinged indie rock, but lyrically, he's definitely got a distinct style (the infamous "Himbo Dome" line might be the most discussed lyric of the year). Come join me!

Up-and-coming British bands don't always roll through St. Louis so I'm pumped to see The Bug Club stopping here next week (at the Sinkhole, no less). Their cheeky lyrics cover everything from quality pints to late-stage capitalism, and their energetic brand of indie rock should make for a good show. Their new album drops in a few days, and the early singles sound promising. Don't sleep on post-punk opener, Omni, either!

"It's all in the past, but the past is still alive"

This is not a drill! Although Hurray for the Riff Raff were just in St. Louis opening for Bright Eyes, I'm so glad that they're coming back this summer for a headlining show. I've been championing this band for the past few years, and I've talked a lot of peoples' ears off about how "The Past is Still Alive" was the best album of 2024. Alynda Segarra's lyrics are rooted in activism and resistance, but the lens is still deeply personal. As far as I'm concerned, they are one of the top American songwriters at the moment. So give them a listen and come join me!