The Mission

Tandem Duo
2025-10-24 19:30 - 22:30 (America/Chicago) | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
$5 Cover

John Nemeth
2025-10-25 19:30 - 22:30 | MO
October 25
@
7:30 pm
–
10:30 pm
John Németh
7:30-10:30 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
$20 @ Door
As a teenager in the early ‘90s growing up in the muddy potato fields of Idaho, John Németh was drawn to the hard-edged hip hop sounds and rock bands of the day, until a friend, Tom Moore, introduced him to the Junior Wells and Buddy Guy classic “Hoodoo Man Blues.” Together they formed Fat John & the 3 Slims, which is still regarded as a legendary band in the Boise region. John played harp and sang in local bands, often opening the show for nationally touring blues acts and quickly caught the ear of established blues musicians. It didn’t take long before he was releasing his own recordings, “The Jack Of Harps” (2002) and “Come And Get It” (2004), featuring Junior Watson, and performing in Junior Watson’s band.
John relocated to San Francisco in 2004, where he had the bitter-sweet good fortune to undertake a two-year stint with Anson Funderburgh and the Rockets, filling in for the ailing Sam Myers. Németh immersed himself in the deep musical waters of the Bay area, absorbing more of the soul and funk grooves of what he calls “the early East Bay Grease sound” of San Francisco and Oakland bands.
John’s talents did not go unnoticed and he soon signed a recording contract with Blind Pig Records. His national debut for that label, “Magic Touch” (2007), produced by Anson Funderburgh and featuring Junior Watson on guitar, received an ecstatic response from fans and the media, and he was hailed as the new voice of the blues. Living Blues enthused, “Magic Touch gives hope that the blues will survive.” In 2008 Németh was recruited by Elvin Bishop to do some performances and contribute four vocal tracks to his Grammy-nominated album “The Blues Rolls On.”
Németh released two more albums on the Blind Pig label, “Love Me Tonight” (2009) & “Name The Day (2010), both hitting #6 on the Billboard Blues Chart, and beginning his long string of Blues Music Award (BMA) nominations, numbering 20 at last count. John has also won two Blues Blast Music Awards – Best New Artist Debut Recording and Sean Costello Rising Star Award. John followed up with two independently released live albums in 2012, “Blues Live” and “Soul Live.”
In 2013 John relocated to Memphis, Tennessee, where he teamed up with producer Scott Bomar and his classic Memphis Soul band, the Bo-Keys, to create an album of revisited soul classics, “Memphis Grease” (2014 Blue Corn), which debuted at #4 on the Billboard Blues Chart. John won the 2104 BMA for Best Soul Blues Male Artist, followed by “Memphis Grease” winning Best Soul Blues Album in 2015.
In 2017 Németh released “Feelin’ Freaky” (produced by Luther Dickinson) on his own Memphis Grease label, crushing all barriers of style and genre with an album of original songs that defied all the usual pigeonholes, drawing from his strong influences in blues and R&B, as well as contemporary sounds in hip hop and rock ‘n’ roll. Later that same year, Németh was part of a side project “The Love Light Orchestra Featuring John Németh” recorded live at one of Memphis’ favorite watering holes, Bar DKDC. The 10-piece band was initially envisioned by guitarist Joe Restivo, vocalist John Németh and arranger/trumpeter Marc Franklin.
Németh returned to Electraphonic in December of 2019 with his seasoned road band of young gun players, The Blue Dreamers, featuring 19 year-old guitar phenom from Philadelphia, Jon Hay, drummer Danny Banks and Matt Wilson on bass for a rowdy southern swamp roots session resulting in his 10th album, “Stronger Than Strong” demonstrating, yet again, his uncanny ability to skillfully blend retro and modern blues and soul into compelling music that is simultaneously old and new.
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Nothing But A Woman by John Németh
Stronger Than Strong by John Németh
Live from The Fallout Shelter: Celebrating 20 Years by John Németh

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Sunday Blues Jam!
2025-10-26 15:00 - 19:00 | MO
Doors@2pm
BLUES JAM 3-7PMLAST Sundays at The Mission we jam! Spread the word, invite folks and kindly consider supporting the blues jam culture. Invite YOUNG players. A successful jam is a reflection of a healthy music community. It is also an imperative opportunity to blend generations through music. Don’t let this be a lost art on our watch.
Host band: The Missionaries {Home grown host band}
Kenny Hunt – Guitar/VocalsCody Pursifull – Guitar/VocalsRobert Duckworth – Bass Joe Odneal – Drums
Sign up will start promptly at 2pm. Host band to kick things off @ 3pm…all those who sign up at a reasonable time, WILL get to perform.
No Cover – Tips kindly appreciated!
If you are new to blues jams, don’t let this scare you away. Remember, it is a time to learn, grow and network. To our seasoned musicians, yes it is a time to have fun. It is also a time to pass along what you know through encouragement. Each of you had a mentor at one point in your musical career. Kindly remember that.
We’ve got a good thing going on with our Sunday Jams. Join us!

Tex Carroll
2025-10-28 19:00 - 22:00 | MO
October 28
@
7:00 pm
–
10:00 pm
Tex Carroll
7:00-9:00 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
NO COVER – Band Tips kindly appreciated

TEXCARROLL

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Tex Carroll returns to The Mission stage for another solo acoustic night! The Mission Family calls Tex one of our own. Seasoned entertainer and if you get the chance to chat with him, you won’t forget it. Support Local Live Music!! https://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Tex-Carrol.mp4https://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Tex-Carrol-set.mp4

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Dennis LayneOctober 16 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmJosh MorningstarOctober 17 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmJJ and the DetonatorsOctober 18 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmTandem DuoOctober 24 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
2025-10-29 19:00 - 22:30 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
October 29
@
7:00 pm
–
10:30 pm
Early Bird Sign Up!

6:30 Door Sign Up | 7:00-10:30 pm | No Cover | Happy Hour 3-6 pm

Everyone is Welcome!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance

List IMusic – solo/duo/trio or more, All genrestem

Early Sign Up available for 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30 and 9:45 through Sign Up Genius. Link above!

Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”
9 Tips to Rock Open MicFeatured Article, How To Make Music
Any performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem.
Open mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians, or for more practiced types, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience.
9 Tips to Rock Open Mic1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate, or contact the host to get the details.
2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event.
3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission), so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage, make sure you know the tunes in and out.
4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics, cables, stands. And our sound technician is here to help.
5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is, we’re here to make you sound good! That said, if you can’t hear yourself, vocals are too loud, guitar is too quiet, whatever, by all means, tell them!
6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.
7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said.
8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 16 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success from Open Mic.
9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks.
(10) And finally, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant, most of all, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle, everyone gets to play, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it, learn from the experience, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night, share some air and feel the Mission Magic!
Tex CarrollOctober 28 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 29 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmDanny RydmanOctober 30 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmThe Mission Under 21 JamNovember 4 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}November 6 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmClay Clear BandNovember 8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmSarah ParkerNovember 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pmJosh MorningstarNovember 14 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmCoffman Coffman CardwellNovember 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}December 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmTandem DuoDecember 19 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Danny Rydman
2025-10-30 19:30 - 21:30 | MO
October 30
@
7:30 pm
–
9:30 pm
Danny Rydman
7:30-9:30pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
NO COVER – Band Tips kindly appreciated

DANNYRYDMAN
Danny is a talented artist who received classical vocal training and taught himself to play the guitar. He was born raised in Southern California, where he performed with bands in various clubs in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas during the 80s and 90s. He now resides in Jefferson City, MO, where he performs solo acoustic music without the use of artificial enhancements (other than a bit of reverb). Danny’s repertoire is a fusion of popular tunes, lesser-known gems, and contemporary songs from diverse genres and eras.

Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

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Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”
Tex CarrollOctober 28 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 29 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmDanny RydmanOctober 30 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmThe Mission Under 21 JamNovember 4 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Jerry & Velvet Clark w/Alan Ames & Dee Richards
2025-11-01 19:00 - 22:00 | MO
November 1
@
7:00 pm
–
10:00 pm
Jerry & Velvet Clark
with special guests Alan Ames & Dee Richards
7:00-10:00 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
$5 Cover @ Door
Jerry & VelvetAlan AmesVelvetDee RichardsJerry & Velvet
JERRY &VELVET CLARK

Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

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Jerry and Velvet Clark with special guests, Alan Ames and Dee Richards We are new arrivals from Ft Worth,TX. Jerry had been playing the blues professionally for 50 years all over Texas. He has been involved in numerous bands including several of his own.
“I’m really grateful for the opportunity to share my experience, and I hope it encourages more people to art, no matter their age. It’s never too late to try something new.” – Sarah Parker
“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”
Jerry & Velvet Clark w/Alan Ames & Dee RichardsNovember 1 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pmThe Mission Under 21 JamNovember 4 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}November 6 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmClay Clear BandNovember 8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

The Mission Under 21 Jam
2025-11-04 17:00 - 21:00 | The Mission, 915 East High Street, Jefferson City, Missouri, 65101, United States
November 4
@
5:00 pm
–
9:00 pm
Early Bird Sign Up!

4:30 Door Sign Up | Performances 5-9 pm | No Cover | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
This is your chance to shine! That is if you haven’t celebrated your 21st birthday yet. This night is for our younger artists. We provide the sound engineer and all the positive support. A band, solo artist, or if you just want to jam, the stage is yours.You can either sign up early, or at the door. Come be a part of the music community.

Everyone is Welcome!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance

Music – solo/duo/trio or more, All genres welcome

Early Sign Up available for 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00 and 8:30 through Sign Up Genius. Link above!

Minors allowed with parent/guardian. Exceptions made for musicians only.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”
9 Tips to Rock Open MicFeatured Article, How To Make Music
Any performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem.
Open mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians, or for more practiced types, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience.
9 Tips to Rock Open Mic1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate, or contact the host to get the details.
2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event.
3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission), so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage, make sure you know the tunes in and out.
4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics, cables, stands. And our sound technician is here to help.
5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is, we’re here to make you sound good! That said, if you can’t hear yourself, vocals are too loud, guitar is too quiet, whatever, by all means, tell them!
6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.
7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said.
8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 16 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success from Open Mic.
9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks.
(10) And finally, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant, most of all, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle, everyone gets to play, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it, learn from the experience, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night, share some air and feel the Mission Magic!
Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmTandem DuoOctober 24 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmJohn NemethOctober 25 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmSunday Blues Jam!October 26 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmTex CarrollOctober 28 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 29 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmThe Mission Under 21 JamNovember 4 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}November 6 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmClay Clear BandNovember 8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmJosh MorningstarNovember 14 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmCoffman Coffman CardwellNovember 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}December 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmTandem DuoDecember 19 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
2025-11-05 19:00 - 22:30 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Early Bird Sign Up!

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009!”
No Cover | 7PM – 10:30PM | Sign Up 6:30pm |Happy Hour 3-6PM

Everyone is welcome!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance

Music – solo/duo/trio or more, All genres

Early Sign Up available for 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30 and 9:45 through Sign Up Genius. Link above!

Minors allowed with parent/guardian

Music, Comedy, Poetry, Spoken Word, bring whatcha got!

Check out our bottom up tap beer

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Support Live Music at Home!

9 Tips to Rock Open MicFeatured Article, How To Making Music

Any performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem.
Open mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians, or for more practiced types, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience.
9 Tips to Rock Open Mic1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate, or contact the host to get the details.
2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event.
3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission), so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage, make sure you know the tunes in and out.
4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics, cables, stands. And our sound technician is here to help.
5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is, we’re here to make you sound good! That said, if you can’t hear yourself, vocals are too loud, guitar is too quiet, whatever, by all means, tell them!
6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.
7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said.
8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 16 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success from Open Mic.
9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks.
(10) And finally, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant, most of all, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle, everyone gets to play, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it, learn from the experience, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night, share some air and feel the Mission Magic!

11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}
2025-11-06 19:30 - 21:30 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
November 6
@
7:30 pm
–
9:30 pm
The Mankin Brothers
7:30-9:30 pm | No Cover | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
Acoustic duo performing an eclectic mix of covers and original music displaying their twin harmonies. Members of the band Down Side Up.

Ryan & Aaron Mankin
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Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

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“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”
Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 9 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 15 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmTandem DuoOctober 24 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmSunday Blues Jam!!October 28 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 29 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}November 6 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmSunday Blues Jam!!November 28 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmTandem DuoDecember 19 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmSunday Blues Jam!!December 28 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmSunday Blues Jam!!January 28, 2026 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmSunday Blues Jam!!February 28, 2026 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmSunday Blues Jam!!March 28, 2026 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmSunday Blues Jam!!April 28, 2026 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Clay Clear Band
2025-11-08 19:30 - 22:30 | MO
Clay Clear Band
7:30-10:30 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
$10 @ Door
Clay Clear has been performing professionally since he was eleven, dragged into a smoky honky-tonk by his music loving father. For years, he honed his craft as a lead guitarist and vocalist throughout Missouri. At thirteen, Clay was a founder of cover band Dirt Road Addiction, a favorite in Missouri for performing contemporary country music.
Clay left Dirt Road Addiction in 2020 to pursue music in Nashville, a lifelong dream that was rudely interrupted by the COVID-19 epidemic. After moving back to Missouri, Clay put together the Clay Clear Band to perform his own brand of Southern Rock and authentic Country music inspired by his favorite artists: Waylon Jennings, Ray Charles, the Allman Brothers Band, and others.
Clay has been recognized as Missouri’s Best Musician by Missouri Magazine since 2020. As a solo act, he has opened for the likes of ZZ Top, George Thorogood and the Desteroyers, and David Lee Murphey.

Clay Clear Band
FACEBOOK PAGE

Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”

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Clay Clear Band

Nov
8

7:30 pm
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10:30 pm

Clay Clear Band

$8 – $20

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Nov
12

7:00 pm
–

11:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Free

Sarah Parker

Nov
13

7:00 pm
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9:00 pm

Sarah Parker

Free

Josh Morningstar

Nov
14

7:30 pm
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10:30 pm

Josh Morningstar

$8 – $15

Down Side Up

Nov
15

7:30 pm
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10:30 pm

Down Side Up

$5 – $15

The Mission Under 21 Jam

Nov
18

5:00 pm
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9:00 pm

The Mission Under 21 Jam

Free

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Nov
19

7:00 pm
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11:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Free

Paul Laemmli

Nov
20

7:00 pm
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9:00 pm

Paul Laemmli

Free

Chemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon Eternity

Nov
21

7:30 pm
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10:30 pm

Chemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon Eternity

$10

Coffman Coffman Cardwell

Nov
22

7:00 pm
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10:00 pm

Coffman Coffman Cardwell

$5.00

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Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
2025-11-12 19:00 - 23:00 | MO
November 12
@
7:00 pm
–
11:00 pm
Early Bird Sign Up!

6:30 Door Sign Up | 7:00-10:30 pm | No Cover | Happy Hour 3-6 pm

Everyone is Welcome!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance

List IMusic – solo/duo/trio or more, All genrestem

Early Sign Up available for 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30 and 9:45 through Sign Up Genius. Link above!

Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”
9 Tips to Rock Open MicFeatured Article, How To Make Music
Any performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem.
Open mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians, or for more practiced types, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience.
9 Tips to Rock Open Mic1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate, or contact the host to get the details.
2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event.
3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission), so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage, make sure you know the tunes in and out.
4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics, cables, stands. And our sound technician is here to help.
5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is, we’re here to make you sound good! That said, if you can’t hear yourself, vocals are too loud, guitar is too quiet, whatever, by all means, tell them!
6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.
7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said.
8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 16 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success from Open Mic.
9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks.
(10) And finally, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant, most of all, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle, everyone gets to play, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it, learn from the experience, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night, share some air and feel the Mission Magic!

Clay Clear Band
November 8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 12 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Sarah Parker
November 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Josh Morningstar
November 14 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Down Side Up
November 15 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

The Mission Under 21 Jam
November 18 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 19 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Paul Laemmli
November 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Chemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon Eternity
November 21 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Coffman Coffman Cardwell
November 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Sunday Blues Jam
November 30 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
December 3 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}
December 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Holiday Hootenanny
December 5 @ 8:00 pm – 11:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
December 10 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Sarah Parker
2025-11-13 19:00 - 21:00 | MO
November 13
@
7:00 pm
–
9:00 pm
Sarah Parker
7:00-9:00 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
NO COVER – Band Tips kindly appreciated

SARAHPARKER

Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

A Jefferson City local singer-songwriter and awarded “Best Local Musician,” Sarah continues entertaining local and regional audiences. As a multi-instrumental artist, her unique sound, soulful songs, and humor thrown in bring a complete show you don’t want to miss!
“I’m really grateful for the opportunity to share my experience, and I hope it encourages more people to art, no matter their age. It’s never too late to try something new.” – Sarah Parker
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Tex Carroll
October 28 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
October 29 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Danny Rydman
October 30 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

The Mission Under 21 Jam
November 4 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Josh Morningstar
2025-11-14 19:30 - 22:30 | MO
November 14
@
7:30 pm
–
10:30 pm
Josh Morningstar
7:30-10:30 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
$8 Advance Tickets | $10 @ Door | $15 Table Reservation

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The familial connection Morningstar forges with people continues long after his shows are over. Josh Morningstar has shared the stage with some of today’s most sought after folk and country artists, including Shooter Jennings, Cody Jinks, Tyler Childers, Todd Snider, Colter Wall, and Ward Davis. Morningstar continues to lead the charge on the front lines of a new wave of country music – one full of soulful honesty, the familiar and true twang of an old guitar, and provoking melodies that tattoo stories to the souls of the listeners.

Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

Josh Morningstar
FACEBOOK PAGE

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”

JJ and the Detonators
October 18 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
October 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Tandem Duo
October 24 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

John Nemeth
October 25 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Sunday Blues Jam!
October 26 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Tex Carroll
October 28 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
October 29 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}
November 6 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Clay Clear Band
November 8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Josh Morningstar
November 14 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Coffman Coffman Cardwell
November 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}
December 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Tandem Duo
December 19 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Down Side Up
2025-11-15 19:30 - 22:30 | MO
Down Side Up
7:30-10:30 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
$7 @ Door

Down Side Up was formed in 2006 by 5th graders: Ryan Mankin, Aaron Mankin, and Joe Lawler in order to blow Immaculate Conception’s student body’s mind at the 5th grade talent show. The show would go down infamously in history and Down Side Up’s journey would begin. Joe Lawler soon after parted ways, but will always remain a founding member. In order to prepare for the 7th grade talent show Ryan and Aaron would join forces with friends Jason Kremer (lead guitar) and Adam Buhr (bass). This team in fact did go on to nail their talent show performance and make several house party, birthday, and county fair appearances. Freshmen year of high school the band once again parted. Aaron Mankin and Ryan Mankin were soon introduced to Helias High School Senior, Hunter O’Donnell, bass player. The three of them and guitarist Jason Kremer once again prepared for yet another talent show but their audition was denied. Ryan Mankin, Aaron Mankin, and Hunter O’Donnell, the current lineup, began their long jouney of vengeance, delving deep into themselves and harnessing their Rock n’ Roll chakra. The trio began playing bars/music venues in 2013 at such establishments as the Mission in Jefferson City, MO and later the Bridge in Columbia, MO, now located in Jefferson City. Down Side Up released their first EP “Down Side Up”, recorded and produced by Pete Szkolka Music Productions, in March of 2015. The band has since released three singles: “Hollow Street”, “50 Reasons”, and “Jibberish”, recorded and produced by Jack Gue with Winksigh Recorders formerly known as Meth Lab Recording Studio. The boys of Down Side Up play their original music as well as classic rock and 90s covers all over Jefferson City and Columbia, Missouri, and are always working on new material which they hope to release in the future.

DownSideUp
FACEBOOK PAGE

Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

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Jibberish by Down Side Up
50 Reasons by Down Side Up
Hollow Street by Down Side Up

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18

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The Mission Under 21 Jam

Free

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Nov
19

7:00 pm
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11:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Free

Paul Laemmli

Nov
20

7:00 pm
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9:00 pm

Paul Laemmli

Free

Chemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon Eternity

Nov
21

7:30 pm
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Chemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon Eternity

$10

Coffman Coffman Cardwell

Nov
22

7:00 pm
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Coffman Coffman Cardwell

$5.00

Sunday Blues Jam

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30

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Sunday Blues Jam

Free

The Mission Under 21 Jam

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2

5:00 pm
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9:00 pm

The Mission Under 21 Jam

Free

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Dec
3

7:00 pm
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11:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Free

12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}

Dec
4

7:30 pm
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12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}

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The Mission Under 21 Jam
2025-11-18 17:00 - 21:00 | MO
November 18
@
5:00 pm
–
9:00 pm
Early Bird Sign Up!

4:30 Door Sign Up | Performances 5-9 pm | No Cover | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
This is your chance to shine! That is if you haven’t celebrated your 21st birthday yet. This night is for our younger artists. We provide the sound engineer and all the positive support. A band, solo artist, or if you just want to jam, the stage is yours.You can either sign up early, or at the door. Come be a part of the music community.

Everyone is Welcome!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance

Music – solo/duo/trio or more, All genres welcome

Early Sign Up available for 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00 and 8:30 through Sign Up Genius. Link above!

Minors allowed with parent/guardian. Exceptions made for musicians only.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”
9 Tips to Rock Open MicFeatured Article, How To Make Music
Any performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem.
Open mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians, or for more practiced types, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience.
9 Tips to Rock Open Mic1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate, or contact the host to get the details.
2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event.
3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission), so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage, make sure you know the tunes in and out.
4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics, cables, stands. And our sound technician is here to help.
5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is, we’re here to make you sound good! That said, if you can’t hear yourself, vocals are too loud, guitar is too quiet, whatever, by all means, tell them!
6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.
7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said.
8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 16 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success from Open Mic.
9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks.
(10) And finally, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant, most of all, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle, everyone gets to play, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it, learn from the experience, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night, share some air and feel the Mission Magic!
Clay Clear BandNovember 8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 12 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pmSarah ParkerNovember 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pmJosh MorningstarNovember 14 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmDown Side UpNovember 15 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmThe Mission Under 21 JamNovember 18 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 19 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pmPaul LaemmliNovember 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pmChemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon EternityNovember 21 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmCoffman Coffman CardwellNovember 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pmSunday Blues JamNovember 30 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}December 3 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}December 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmHoliday HootenannyDecember 5 @ 8:00 pm – 11:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}December 10 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
2025-11-19 19:00 - 23:00 | MO
November 19
@
7:00 pm
–
11:00 pm
Early Bird Sign Up!

6:30 Door Sign Up | 7:00-10:30 pm | No Cover | Happy Hour 3-6 pm

Everyone is Welcome!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance

List IMusic – solo/duo/trio or more, All genrestem

Early Sign Up available for 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30 and 9:45 through Sign Up Genius. Link above!

Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”
9 Tips to Rock Open MicFeatured Article, How To Make Music
Any performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem.
Open mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians, or for more practiced types, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience.
9 Tips to Rock Open Mic1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate, or contact the host to get the details.
2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event.
3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission), so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage, make sure you know the tunes in and out.
4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics, cables, stands. And our sound technician is here to help.
5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is, we’re here to make you sound good! That said, if you can’t hear yourself, vocals are too loud, guitar is too quiet, whatever, by all means, tell them!
6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.
7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said.
8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 16 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success from Open Mic.
9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks.
(10) And finally, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant, most of all, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle, everyone gets to play, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it, learn from the experience, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night, share some air and feel the Mission Magic!

The Mission Under 21 Jam
November 4 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}
November 6 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Clay Clear Band
November 8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 12 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Sarah Parker
November 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Josh Morningstar
November 14 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Down Side Up
November 15 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 19 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Paul Laemmli
November 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Coffman Coffman Cardwell
November 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}
December 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Tandem Duo
December 19 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Paul Laemmli
2025-11-20 19:00 - 21:00 | MO
Paul Laemmli
7:00-9:00 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
No Cover – Tips for Paul kindly appreciated

Raised throughout Mid-Missouri, Paul grew up swimming in the deep end of a family of musicians. Paul honed his craft around the wood stove at the family cabin, in churches, and in the blues clubs of Kansas City and Springfield, MO. While playing all over the great state of Missouri, he earned a music degree and continues to earn a reputation for connecting people with story songs and skillful guitar work. Heavily influenced by the Springfield Sound and the blues scene in Kansas City, Paul currently resides near his grandparent’s home in Jefferson City, Missouri where you can find him playing his red Fender Stratocaster wherever people gather to share life, love, and music.
You will find Paul performing as a solo artist, duo or sitting in with full bands. ..a perfectly well rounded musician and performer. You may have seen Paul at Gumbo Bottoms, Rose Music Hall, Logboat Brewery, The Outpost, The Mission just to name a few. Former local projects also include Buddha Blue, Bird’s Eye Blues Band, Rose Ridge, Ozark Underground and Monroe Street Jubilee Band
https://themissionjc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Paul-Christmas-video-1.mp4
PAULLAEMMLI

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Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

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11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}

Nov
6

7:30 pm
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9:30 pm

11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}

Free

Clay Clear Band

Nov
8

7:30 pm
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10:30 pm

Clay Clear Band

$8 – $20

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Nov
12

7:00 pm
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11:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Free

Sarah Parker

Nov
13

7:00 pm
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9:00 pm

Sarah Parker

Free

Josh Morningstar

Nov
14

7:30 pm
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Josh Morningstar

$8 – $15

Down Side Up

Nov
15

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Down Side Up

$5 – $15

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Nov
19

7:00 pm
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Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

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Paul Laemmli

Nov
20

7:00 pm
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9:00 pm

Paul Laemmli

Free

Coffman Coffman Cardwell

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22

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Coffman Coffman Cardwell

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Chemical Mass "Toys Drive"w/ Kotora & Upon Eternity
2025-11-21 19:30 - 22:30 | MO
Chemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon Eternity

7:30-10:30 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
$10 – Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City Toy Drive

Purchace Tickets

Chemical Mass is a 5 piece, hard rock group from Jefferson City, Missouri. Established in early 2014, Chemical Mass hit the mid Missouri music scene and released a 4 track demo. Featured songs such as “Denial” and “Nibiru” gave an early indication to their chosen direction. Some describe it as saturated with “Tool” and “Deftones” like influences. 2015 brought around their first digital release, a single titled “Beyond What You Know” which can be seen as a study of one’s self and the basic human instinct of conformity. A second release in 2016, titled “Secrets and Lies”, was brought on by an even more dynamic approach to their song writing where the fabric of our society and social structure is brought into question. Each original track is packed with thought provoking lyrics that are vocally carried over with driven conviction. The guitar work is a display of generously dynamic riffs, grooving melodies, and hard rocking accents. The alluring bass lines and skillful drum patterns form a rhythm section that calls to you like a siren in the night. Follow the sound and let us share the vision.
Steve Walters – VocalsTom Troesser – GuitarBrad Toebben – BassJim Perkins – GuitarLucas Schroer – Drums

CHEMICALMASS

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Hard-Rock/Post-Hardcore Band from Columbia, MO

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11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}

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Clay Clear Band

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Sarah Parker

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Sarah Parker

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Josh Morningstar

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Down Side Up

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Down Side Up

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19

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Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

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Paul Laemmli

Nov
20

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Paul Laemmli

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Chemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon Eternity

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Coffman Coffman Cardwell
2025-11-22 19:00 - 22:00 | The Mission, 915 East High Street, Jefferson City, Missouri, 65101, United States
November 22
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Coffman Coffman Cardwell
7:00-10:00 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
Advanced Tickets $5, @Door $7, Table Reservations $10

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Brian Coffman
Chris Coffman
Ray Cardwell
Brian CoffmanChris Coffman Ray Cardwell
Join us for an exciting night of music. Expect 3 power packed sets of 80’s music. Songs from bands you grew up with, bands like, Elvis Costello & The Attractions, Cheap Trick, The Plimsouls, Joe Jackson, Generation X, Devo, Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, The Police.
RAY CARDWELL (Ray’s Website!)
Brian Coffman (Fools Face)
Chris Coffman (The Misstakes)

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Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
October 15 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Dennis Layne
October 16 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Josh Morningstar
October 17 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

JJ and the Detonators
October 18 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
October 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Phat Mike and The Bartenders
2025-11-26 19:00 - 22:00 | MO
Phat Mike and The Bartenders
7-10 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
No Cover – Tipping the band is kindly appreciated

Serving up a soulful helping of rock and blues with a few sides of r&b, funk, and some original music for dessert!!!
Rocking Central Missouri including the Lake of the Ozarks and Rolla, you can find them at venues such as Blue Cat Lounge, Dog Days, The Tater Patch, Backwater Jacks Bar & Grill, and The Encore Grill.

PHAT MIKEandTHE BARTENDERS

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12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}

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12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}

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Holiday Hootenanny

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Holiday Hootenanny

$5

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Dec
10

7:00 pm
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11:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Free

The Mission Under 21 Jam

Dec
16

5:00 pm
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9:00 pm

The Mission Under 21 Jam

Free

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Dec
17

7:00 pm
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11:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Free

Tandem Duo

Dec
19

7:30 pm
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Sunday Blues Jam
2025-11-30 15:00 - 19:00 | MO
Doors@2pmBLUES JAM 3-7PMNo Cover – Tips kindly appreciated!
Host band: The Missionaries {Home grown host band}
Kenny Hunt – Guitar/VocalsCody Pursifull – Guitar/VocalsRobert Duckworth – Bass Joe Odneal – Drums
Sign up will start promptly at 2pm. Host band to kick things off @ 3pm…all those who sign up at a reasonable time, WILL get to perform.
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Blue Sundays
If you are new to blues jams, don’t let this scare you away. Remember, it is a time to learn, grow and network. To our seasoned musicians, yes it is a time to have fun. It is also a time to pass along what you know through encouragement. Each of you had a mentor at one point in your musical career. Kindly remember that.We’ve got a good thing going on with our Sunday Jams. Join us!

The Mission Under 21 Jam
2025-12-02 17:00 - 21:00 | MO
December 2
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5:00 pm
–
9:00 pm
Early Bird Sign Up!

4:30 Door Sign Up | Performances 5-9 pm | No Cover | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
This is your chance to shine! That is if you haven’t celebrated your 21st birthday yet. This night is for our younger artists. We provide the sound engineer and all the positive support. A band, solo artist, or if you just want to jam, the stage is yours.You can either sign up early, or at the door. Come be a part of the music community.

Everyone is Welcome!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance

Music – solo/duo/trio or more, All genres welcome

Early Sign Up available for 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00 and 8:30 through Sign Up Genius. Link above!

Minors allowed with parent/guardian. Exceptions made for musicians only.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

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9 Tips to Rock Open MicFeatured Article, How To Make Music
Any performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem.
Open mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians, or for more practiced types, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience.
9 Tips to Rock Open Mic1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate, or contact the host to get the details.
2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event.
3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission), so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage, make sure you know the tunes in and out.
4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics, cables, stands. And our sound technician is here to help.
5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is, we’re here to make you sound good! That said, if you can’t hear yourself, vocals are too loud, guitar is too quiet, whatever, by all means, tell them!
6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.
7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said.
8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 16 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success from Open Mic.
9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks.
(10) And finally, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant, most of all, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle, everyone gets to play, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it, learn from the experience, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night, share some air and feel the Mission Magic!
Clay Clear BandNovember 8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 12 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pmSarah ParkerNovember 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pmJosh MorningstarNovember 14 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmDown Side UpNovember 15 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmThe Mission Under 21 JamNovember 18 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 19 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pmPaul LaemmliNovember 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pmChemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon EternityNovember 21 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmCoffman Coffman CardwellNovember 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pmSunday Blues JamNovember 30 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmThe Mission Under 21 JamDecember 2 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}December 3 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}December 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmHoliday HootenannyDecember 5 @ 8:00 pm – 11:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
2025-12-03 19:00 - 23:00 | MO
December 3
@
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–
11:00 pm
Early Bird Sign Up!

6:30 Door Sign Up | 7:00-10:30 pm | No Cover | Happy Hour 3-6 pm

Everyone is Welcome!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance

List IMusic – solo/duo/trio or more, All genrestem

Early Sign Up available for 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30 and 9:45 through Sign Up Genius. Link above!

Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”
9 Tips to Rock Open MicFeatured Article, How To Make Music
Any performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem.
Open mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians, or for more practiced types, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience.
9 Tips to Rock Open Mic1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate, or contact the host to get the details.
2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event.
3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission), so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage, make sure you know the tunes in and out.
4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics, cables, stands. And our sound technician is here to help.
5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is, we’re here to make you sound good! That said, if you can’t hear yourself, vocals are too loud, guitar is too quiet, whatever, by all means, tell them!
6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.
7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said.
8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 16 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success from Open Mic.
9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks.
(10) And finally, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant, most of all, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle, everyone gets to play, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it, learn from the experience, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night, share some air and feel the Mission Magic!
Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}November 6 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmClay Clear BandNovember 8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 12 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pmSarah ParkerNovember 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pmJosh MorningstarNovember 14 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmDown Side UpNovember 15 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 19 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pmPaul LaemmliNovember 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pmChemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon EternityNovember 21 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmCoffman Coffman CardwellNovember 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pmSunday Blues JamNovember 30 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}December 3 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}December 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmTandem DuoDecember 19 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}
2025-12-04 19:30 - 21:30 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
December 4
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7:30 pm
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9:30 pm
The Mankin Brothers
7:30-9:30 pm | No Cover | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
Acoustic duo performing an eclectic mix of covers and original music displaying their twin harmonies. Members of the band Down Side Up.

Ryan & Aaron Mankin
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Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

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Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 9 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 15 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmTandem DuoOctober 24 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmSunday Blues Jam!!October 28 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}October 29 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}November 6 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmSunday Blues Jam!!November 28 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}December 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmTandem DuoDecember 19 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmSunday Blues Jam!!December 28 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmSunday Blues Jam!!January 28, 2026 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmSunday Blues Jam!!February 28, 2026 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmSunday Blues Jam!!March 28, 2026 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Holiday Hootenanny
2025-12-05 20:00 - 23:30 | MO
Holiday Hootenanny

8 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
$5 – Jefferson City Samaritan Center
Accepting Canned Goods

Ticket – Donation

Table – Donation

Join us for a 3 hour Music Variety Show to raise money for the Jefferson City Samaritan Center. We celebrate the holiday season with our friends!! Our music community comes together presenting 30+ songs of the season. Some are your favorites, some will surprise you and a few may become your new favs!
The Mission presents: The 6th “Holiday Hootenanny” at The Mission on Friday, December 5th. The entry fee will go as a donation to Jefferson City Samaritan Center. We will also accepted canned food items! In the past we’ve collect donations in support of the JCPS Orchestra Program. Albeit a continued worthy cause, this year we help feed our community.
‘Tis the season…
Dennis LayneKatie LoftinPaige DowAbigail RoseErin JenkinsSarah ParkerNichole & Jordan FallonRose Ridge….and more!!

HOLIDAYHOOTENANNY

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11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}

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Clay Clear Band

Nov
8

7:30 pm
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10:30 pm

Clay Clear Band

$8 – $20

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Nov
12

7:00 pm
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11:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Free

Sarah Parker

Nov
13

7:00 pm
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9:00 pm

Sarah Parker

Free

Josh Morningstar

Nov
14

7:30 pm
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10:30 pm

Josh Morningstar

$8 – $15

Down Side Up

Nov
15

7:30 pm
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10:30 pm

Down Side Up

$5 – $15

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Nov
19

7:00 pm
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11:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}

Free

Paul Laemmli

Nov
20

7:00 pm
–

9:00 pm

Paul Laemmli

Free

Chemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon Eternity

Nov
21

7:30 pm
–

10:30 pm

Chemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon Eternity

$10

Coffman Coffman Cardwell

Nov
22

7:00 pm
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10:00 pm

Coffman Coffman Cardwell

$5.00

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Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
2025-12-10 19:00 - 23:00 | MO
December 10
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7:00 pm
–
11:00 pm
Early Bird Sign Up!

6:30 Door Sign Up | 7:00-10:30 pm | No Cover | Happy Hour 3-6 pm

Everyone is Welcome!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance

List IMusic – solo/duo/trio or more, All genrestem

Early Sign Up available for 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30 and 9:45 through Sign Up Genius. Link above!

Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”
9 Tips to Rock Open MicFeatured Article, How To Make Music
Any performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem.
Open mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians, or for more practiced types, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience.
9 Tips to Rock Open Mic1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate, or contact the host to get the details.
2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event.
3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission), so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage, make sure you know the tunes in and out.
4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics, cables, stands. And our sound technician is here to help.
5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is, we’re here to make you sound good! That said, if you can’t hear yourself, vocals are too loud, guitar is too quiet, whatever, by all means, tell them!
6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.
7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said.
8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 16 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success from Open Mic.
9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks.
(10) And finally, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant, most of all, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle, everyone gets to play, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it, learn from the experience, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night, share some air and feel the Mission Magic!

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}
November 6 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Clay Clear Band
November 8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 12 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Sarah Parker
November 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Josh Morningstar
November 14 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Down Side Up
November 15 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 19 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Paul Laemmli
November 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Chemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon Eternity
November 21 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Coffman Coffman Cardwell
November 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Sunday Blues Jam
November 30 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
December 3 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}
December 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
December 10 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Down Side Up
2025-12-13 19:30 - 22:30 | MO
Down Side Up
7:30-10:30 pm | Happy Hour 3-6 pm

$7 @ Door
Down Side Up was formed in 2006 by 5th graders: Ryan Mankin, Aaron Mankin, and Joe Lawler in order to blow Immaculate Conception’s student body’s mind at the 5th grade talent show. The show would go down infamously in history and Down Side Up’s journey would begin. Joe Lawler soon after parted ways, but will always remain a founding member. In order to prepare for the 7th grade talent show Ryan and Aaron would join forces with friends Jason Kremer (lead guitar) and Adam Buhr (bass). This team in fact did go on to nail their talent show performance and make several house party, birthday, and county fair appearances. Freshmen year of high school the band once again parted. Aaron Mankin and Ryan Mankin were soon introduced to Helias High School Senior, Hunter O’Donnell, bass player. The three of them and guitarist Jason Kremer once again prepared for yet another talent show but their audition was denied. Ryan Mankin, Aaron Mankin, and Hunter O’Donnell, the current lineup, began their long jouney of vengeance, delving deep into themselves and harnessing their Rock n’ Roll chakra. The trio began playing bars/music venues in 2013 at such establishments as the Mission in Jefferson City, MO and later the Bridge in Columbia, MO, now located in Jefferson City. Down Side Up released their first EP “Down Side Up”, recorded and produced by Pete Szkolka Music Productions, in March of 2015. The band has since released three singles: “Hollow Street”, “50 Reasons”, and “Jibberish”, recorded and produced by Jack Gue with Winksigh Recorders formerly known as Meth Lab Recording Studio. The boys of Down Side Up play their original music as well as classic rock and 90s covers all over Jefferson City and Columbia, Missouri, and are always working on new material which they hope to release in the future.

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Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

Jibberish by Down Side Up
50 Reasons by Down Side Up
Hollow Street by Down Side Up

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”

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The Mission Under 21 Jam
2025-12-16 17:00 - 21:00 | MO
December 16
@
5:00 pm
–
9:00 pm
Early Bird Sign Up!

4:30 Door Sign Up | Performances 5-9 pm | No Cover | Happy Hour 3-6 pm
This is your chance to shine! That is if you haven’t celebrated your 21st birthday yet. This night is for our younger artists. We provide the sound engineer and all the positive support. A band, solo artist, or if you just want to jam, the stage is yours.You can either sign up early, or at the door. Come be a part of the music community.

Everyone is Welcome!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance

Music – solo/duo/trio or more, All genres welcome

Early Sign Up available for 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00 and 8:30 through Sign Up Genius. Link above!

Minors allowed with parent/guardian. Exceptions made for musicians only.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”
9 Tips to Rock Open MicFeatured Article, How To Make Music
Any performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem.
Open mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians, or for more practiced types, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience.
9 Tips to Rock Open Mic1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate, or contact the host to get the details.
2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event.
3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission), so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage, make sure you know the tunes in and out.
4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics, cables, stands. And our sound technician is here to help.
5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is, we’re here to make you sound good! That said, if you can’t hear yourself, vocals are too loud, guitar is too quiet, whatever, by all means, tell them!
6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.
7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said.
8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 16 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success from Open Mic.
9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks.
(10) And finally, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant, most of all, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle, everyone gets to play, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it, learn from the experience, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night, share some air and feel the Mission Magic!
Clay Clear BandNovember 8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 12 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pmSarah ParkerNovember 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pmJosh MorningstarNovember 14 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmDown Side UpNovember 15 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmThe Mission Under 21 JamNovember 18 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}November 19 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pmPaul LaemmliNovember 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pmChemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon EternityNovember 21 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pmCoffman Coffman CardwellNovember 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pmSunday Blues JamNovember 30 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pmThe Mission Under 21 JamDecember 2 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pmOpen Mic Night {Wednesdays!}December 3 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}December 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pmHoliday HootenannyDecember 5 @ 8:00 pm – 11:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
2025-12-17 19:00 - 23:00 | MO
December 17
@
7:00 pm
–
11:00 pm
Early Bird Sign Up!

6:30 Door Sign Up | 7:00-10:30 pm | No Cover | Happy Hour 3-6 pm

Everyone is Welcome!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance

List IMusic – solo/duo/trio or more, All genrestem

Early Sign Up available for 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30 and 9:45 through Sign Up Genius. Link above!

Minors allowed with parent/guardian.

Check out our bottom up tap beer

Bringing quality live music to town in a clean safe environment

“Keepin’ It Live Since 2009”
9 Tips to Rock Open MicFeatured Article, How To Make Music
Any performer will tell you that you can practice for years in the comfort and privacy of your room, but it’s not until you take your act to a stage in front of live people that you’ll really hone your craft. If you’re not ready to book shows of your own, how can you get comfortable on a stage? Open mic events can solve the problem.
Open mic nights serve as incubators for beginning musicians, or for more practiced types, they are a great way to test new material before throwing it into a big show. For the totally fresh player, it can be a daunting experience. Here are 9 tips to rock open mic so you will be prepared to take the stage and get the most out of the experience.
9 Tips to Rock Open Mic1. Know what kind of an open mic it is. Do a little research before you attend the event. Open mics are not universally the same. Some are all acoustic (no microphones or plugged-in instruments); some are coffeehouse-style where people sit in silence listening to players; some are jams where a backing band or equipment might be provided. Make a trip down to the open mic you’ve got in mind before you participate, or contact the host to get the details.
2. Everyone at an open mic knows it’s an open mic. People there are not expecting a Lady Gaga production to walk through the door. They’re expecting a musician (or possibly a small group) to share some material that might be polished, or it might be the first time performed on a stage. Don’t stress about what people will think. They understand the spirit of the event.
3. Feel totally comfortable with your material. You’ll probably only have a few songs (many open mics are set by a song or time limit, usually about three songs or 15 minutes @ The Mission), so make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. Just in case you get rattled on stage, make sure you know the tunes in and out.
4. Don’t stress about what to bring. Whoever is running the open mic will have equipment for you and they should be fully capable of setting you up with it. If you’ve never plugged in a guitar or sung into a microphone—don’t worry. They’ll make sure you do it right and that it sounds good. That’s part of the Open Mic experience at The Mission. We have a full back line: Guitars – acoustic/electric, electric & amp and bass & amp. Full drum kit & Yamaha keyboard. Mics, cables, stands. And our sound technician is here to help.
5. Don’t be afraid to ask. Open mic beginners may think they are completely at the host’s mercy. Truth is, we’re here to make you sound good! That said, if you can’t hear yourself, vocals are too loud, guitar is too quiet, whatever, by all means, tell them!
6. Don’t be afraid to trust. The host should understand their sound system very well, so trust that once you’re settled on stage they’re making it sound right out front. If you’re happy with what’s in your monitor sound, leave the rest to them. We know our system inside and out. It’s a small room and you have 15 minutes. Let us do our job and make the room sound perfect for your performance.
7. Support other players. If you don’t want to be judged, don’t judge other people. Open mics are a place to try material you might not get to try on other stages. Celebrate the people who come to share their art. Cannot emphasize this enough! This is the spirit of Open Mic Nights at The Mission. Enough said.
8. Network. Open mics are musician hangouts—take advantage! If you’re looking to start a band or find musicians to see elsewhere, there’s a good chance they’ll be hanging out at an open mic. We’re on Season 16 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success from Open Mic.
9. Learn from the experience. Every time you walk away from an open mic, there is something to learn. How were you received? What feedback did people give you? Did you feel more comfortable? How did you compare with the other players? Honestly analyze the event to improve your performance next time. And take the compliments even if you know you made mistakes. You still entertained folks.
(10) And finally, HAVE FUN! Open mics are meant, most of all, to be fun. Musicians get to mingle, everyone gets to play, and even if you have the biggest flub of all time—it’s all in the spirit of open mic. To take the stage at all is to win. Enjoy it, learn from the experience, and have a good time! Join us for Open Mic Night, share some air and feel the Mission Magic!

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

11/6 The Mankin Brother {First Thurs!}
November 6 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Clay Clear Band
November 8 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 12 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Sarah Parker
November 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Josh Morningstar
November 14 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Down Side Up
November 15 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
November 19 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Paul Laemmli
November 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Chemical Mass “Toys Drive”w/ Kotora & Upon Eternity
November 21 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Coffman Coffman Cardwell
November 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Sunday Blues Jam
November 30 @ 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
December 3 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

12/4 The Mankin Brothers {First Thurs!}
December 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Open Mic Night {Wednesdays!}
December 10 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
