The Mission

SINGER-SONGWRITER Open Mic Night @ The Mission!
2022-04-27 19:00 - 23:00, 2022-03-30 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@5pm

SHOW@7PM

NO COVER – Tips are kindly appreciated!!
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Unlike our usual Open Mic Night 15 minute time slots, we get to enjoy 25 minutes (20 minimum) of your original material. Solo acoustic to full band! We will provide a full backline as there will be no time for change over. Open Mic Night at The Mission is an environment of encouragement from the staff to patrons. Our stage is open.
The Mission Family is excited to offer this special evening. Come support our artists for a NO COVER, NO COVER(S) night!

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Sunday Blues Jam @ The Mission
2022-04-24 15:00 - 19:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@2pm
BLUES JAM 3-7PM
No Cover – Tips kindly appreciated!
LAST 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/Vocals
Keith Lanig – Guitar/Vocals
Robert Duckworth – Bass
Ted Tyson – 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.
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!

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Shea & Shorty {FRIDAY NIGHT!!} @ The Mission
2022-04-22 20:30 - 2022-04-23 00:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@5pm
SHOW 8:30-Midnight
No Cover – Tips kindly appreciated
FACEBOOK LINK {Shea and Shorty}
Grab some grub for carry out or delivery and join us for some Live and Local!!
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Shea and Shorty is a two piece acoustic duo. We play an ecclectic mix of old and new music which includes Blues, Country, and a little bit of rock and roll! Pink, Lady GaGa, Ed Sheeran, Mark Cohn, and many more covers!!!!

Just Us Band {LIVE!!} @ The Mission
2022-04-15 20:30 - 2022-04-16 00:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@5pm
SHOW 8:30-Midnight
$5 COVER CHARGE
Friday Night with the new JUST US BAND at The Mission as we keep it Live and Local! Shelly & Ted Tyson, Kenny Hunt and Patty Crane share the stage with some classic country swing. We appreciate y’alls’ support of local live music!

Open Mic Night @ The Mission!!
2022-04-06 19:00 - 23:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@5pm
SignUp@6:30pm
SHOW@7PM
No Cover- Tips kindly appreciated!!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance
Music – solo/duo/trio or more, All genres welcome. Poetry, comedy, spoken word, dance. Bring whatya got!
Minors are welcome, but will need a parent/guardian to join them.
Early Sign Up available for 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30 and 9:45 through the link below:

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Please respect your reserved time and arrive 30 minutes ahead of your chosen time.

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9 Tips to Rock Open Mic
Featured 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 Mic
1. 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 13 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success.
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!

Kenny Hunt {ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR!!}
2022-04-05 19:00 - 21:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@5pm
SHOW 7-9pm
NO COVER – Tips kindly appreciated!
Kenny Hunt hosts our popular Tuesday ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR! No Cover, but tips are kindly appreciated. Grab some grub for carry out or delivery and join us for some Live and Local!!
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Lead vocalist and guitarist for many local projects including Shakey Ground, The Missionaries (The Mission’s Sunday host band), sitting in with Planet Jazz, Buddha Blue, and many others Kenny brings a versatile songbook to our stage. This JTown native knows his way around a fretboard and promises to make ‘ya glad you chose The Mission for an early evening of music!

Katie Anne & Friends @ The Mission
2022-03-31 20:00 - 22:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors @5PM
SHOW 8-10PM
NO COVER – Tips kindly appreciated!!
FACEBOOK {Katie Anne}

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Shea & Shorty {All Night Happy Hour!!}
2022-03-29 19:00 - 21:30 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@4pm
SHOW@7-9:30Pm
No Cover – Tips kindly appreciated
FACEBOOK LINK {Shea and Shorty}
Shea & Shorty host our popular Tuesday ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR! No Cover, but tips are kindly appreciated. Grab some grub for carry out or delivery and join us for some Live and Local!!
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Shea and Shorty is a two piece acoustic duo. We play an ecclectic mix of old and new music which includes Blues, Country, and a little bit of rock and roll! Pink, Lady GaGa, Ed Sheeran, Mark Cohn, and many more covers!!!!

Mike Davis & Clay Benne {SONG SWAP} @ The Mission
2022-03-26 20:30 - 2022-03-27 00:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@6pm
SHOW 8:30-Midnight
$5 COVER CHARGE
Saturday Night Song Swap at The Mission as we keep up with our Live and Local weekend! Mike Davis and Clay Benne share the stage swappin’ songs and tellin’ tales. We appreciate y’alls’ support of local live music!
MIKE DAVIS
FACEBOOK LINK {Mike Davis} WEBSITE {Mike Davis}

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Another Mid-Missouri gem, singer/songwriter, Mike can be found in a plethora of music venues from JTown to Nashville to Texas and still rollin’. Soulful and well versed with his way around the strings, Davis brings a performance you appreciate and feel it’s just for you.
CLAY BENNE
INSTAGRAM LINK {Clay Benne}
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Clay Benne walked through our doors this past summer for Open Mic Night. Since then Clay has joined our ever popular early show and ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR on Tuesday evenings. Benne also opened our stage for legendary singer-songwriter, Josh Morningstar! Order delivery, bring in carry out and join us for some Live and Local. Keepin’ it Live and supporting LOCAL! “For me, music started when I would ride in my dad’s truck with the radio stuck on classic rock. Growing up around it made me want to pick up a guitar and learn to play along. But it wasn’t until late in high school that I understood how much of a hold it had on me, even more so when there’s a girl involved. Artists like Eric Church and Kip Moore helped me make sense of a lot of things in my life and inspired me to want to do it for myself by writing my own songs. Music has always been there for me in any situation and I hope that I can share that with others.” – Clay Benne

Blake Gardner & John Nichols {LIVE & LOCAL!} @ The Mission
2022-03-25 20:30 - 2022-03-26 00:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@5pm
SHOW@8:30pm
$5 COVER CHARGE
Two superb local singer-songwriters doing their thang from our stage Friday night! Join us as John Nichols {Love-Seats} and Blake Gardner {Blake Gardner & The Farmers} make it another night to celebrate Live and Local at The Mission!!
WEBSITE {Blake Gardner & The Famers}

FACEBOOK {Blake Gardner & The Famers}

TWITTER {Blake Gardner & The Famers}
INSTAGRAM {Blake Gardner & The Famers}
YOUTUBE {Blake Gardner & The Famers}

Blake Gardner & The Farmers: “Blake Gardner & The Farmers break free from being able to be defined by a single genre through mixing together elements of blues, reggae, hip-hop, funk, and nearly everything else under the sun. Known for their improvisation and collaboration with other artists, Blake Gardner & The Farmers are sure to make each performance as unique and memorable as the last.”

JOHN NICHOLS

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OPEN MIC NIGHT @ The Mission!
2022-03-23 19:00 - 23:00, 2022-03-09 19:30 - 23:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States

MO Blues March Blues Jam @ The Mission!
2022-03-20 13:00 - 17:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@Noon
Blues Jam 1-5PM
NO COVER – Tips kindly appreciated!
Host band: GrajMahal
Join us for another spectacular Sunday Blues Jam at The Mission! Our friends at MO Blues have joined us this month bringing member band GrajMahal. Feel free to bring in food and we’ll provide the beverage. Live and Local!
After the opening set, guest jammers get their opportunities to step up on the stage and join the fun!

Our mission statement is to “Promote, Support and Preserve the Blues”. Spreading the “good word” about the Blues is just one way we realize our goals. The MO Blues Association website and this Facebook page are two best ways we have of communicating our message. Keeping people informed about Blues history and current Blues & news is important. Blues In The Schools is one of our major commitments to Preserving Blues music.
We are are public benefit non-profit Missouri corporation with Federal 501c3 tax-exempt status. Support our efforts in tax-deductible contributions!
We are a member based organization. Our membership categories include Student, Individual, Family, Band, Business, and Non-Profit. You can join MO Blues on-line at www.moblues.org and receive the many benefits of membership.

A little taste of our Blues Jams at The Mission…
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Olivia Burney & Kyren Penrose {LIVE} @ The Mission!
2022-03-19 20:00 - 23:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
RESERVE TABLES & GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!!!
Doors@6pm
SHOW@8PM
Advanced Tickets $5
Tickets@Door $7
Table Reservations $10 SOLD OUT
WEBSITE {The Burney Sisters}
FACEBOOK {The Burney Sisters}
Olivia Burney (The Burney Sisters) and Kyren Penrose (Kyren Penrose the Overdraft Charges) host our stage for a night of Mid MO homegrown music at The Mission!! Grab some grub from JQ’s on High and join us for some live and local.

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KYREN PENROSE
FACEBOOK {Kyren Penrose and the Overdraft Charges)

At the crossroads of cosmic country and indie-bluegrass it’s Kyren Penrose and the Overdraft Charges. This energetic, band is led by Kyren Penrose- a young, yet prominent name in the mid-Missouri music scene.

BLUEGRASS MARTINS {Friday Night} @ The Mission!!
2022-03-18 19:30 - 23:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@5PM
SHOW 7:3o-11PM
Tickets@Door $8
FACEBOOK {Bluegrass Martins}
WEBSITE {Bluegrass Martins}

The Bluegrass Martins have been playing music since the early 2000’s. The band has changed several times over the years but they have always kept it in the family.
The current line up is Anne Martin on upright bass, Jeana Martin Faris on Fiddle, Larita Nolt on Dobro, Lee Martin on Mandolin and drums, Dale Martin on Guitar. And not pictured since she took a hiatus back in 2018 to focus on her little growing family is Janice Houk on Banjo who is playing some of the local shows.
The Bluegrass Martins have played festivals and concerts from one end of the United States to the other and even ventured to Canada and performed on cruises to Mexico and the Bahamas. They have their own unique, driving, traditional sound with a contemporary edge. They have also been dabbling in adding drums to select shows. You never know what to expect when you come to a Bluegrass Martins show with special guests and different line ups, making an exciting, entertaining show.

St. Patrick's Day Celebration with THE MANKIN BROTHERS @ The Mission!
2022-03-17 19:30 - 22:30 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@5pm
SHOW 7:30-10:30PM
NO COVER – Tips kindly appreciated!
FACEBOOK {Down Side Up}

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Aaron and Ryan Mankin, drummer and guitarist from regional rock band, Down Side Up bringing a brotherly acoustic duo to The Mission stage. Tons of buttery harmonies and humor. It’s a family thang!

Singer-Songwriter OPEN MIC NIGHT @ The Mission
2022-03-16 19:00 - 23:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States

Dennis Layne Schubert & Abigail Rose {ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR!}
2022-03-15 19:30 - 21:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@4pm
SHOW 7-9pm
NO COVER – Tips kindly appreciated!
Dennis Layne Schubert and Abigail Rose host our popular Tuesday ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR! No Cover, but tips are kindly appreciated. Grab some grub for carry out or delivery and join us for some Live and Local!!
FACEBOOK {Dennis Layne}
FACEBOOK {The Cosmic Riders}
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Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Barton County, Missouri. He found an old guitar in Grandpa’s attic in 1963. Went to trade school by hanging out where music was being made. More than 50 years later, he’s still picking and singing.
Dennis was a member KFAL radio’s Rooster Creek Boys as singer and guitarist for 10 years. Sang and played mandolin with the Ironweed Bluegrass Band for 15 years.
As a skilled sideman, he’s played electric and acoustic guitar, mandolin, steel guitar, Dobro with fellow artists. He’s worked in many tavern bands, or as one-fool-on-a-stool with a guitar.
Having recorded a solo project called “Two Dollar Portrait” featuring original songs and instrumental tunes, you will also see Dennis performing as the duo Old Gold and the band The Cosmic Riders.
Dennis Layne sings about life, love, and losing in his own Ozark Okie style. He loves to entertain with an instrument in his arms. And he can usually find a tune that will make you want to laugh, cry, or dance.
ABIGAIL ROSE
FACEBOOK LINK {Abigail Rose}
This hot guitar picking Mama will be playing an All Night Happy Hour with her songs, and roots music from the past 100 years. Note the early time slot, 7:00pm to 9:00 pm so you can hang out with us. And still be home at a civilized hour!

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4 Skeevy Dudes/Degrave/Love-Seats {LIVE} @ The Mission!!
2022-03-12 20:00 - 23:30 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@6pm
SHOW@8PM
Tickets@Door $8
Table Reservations $15
FACEBOOK {Four Skeevy Dudes}
BANDCAMP {Four Skeevy Dudes}

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From Jefferson City Missouri four musicians came together to form what is now known as 4 Skeevy Dudes. With an exciting mix of Punk and Ska, 4 Skeevy Dudes have started making their mark on the music scene. The lead singer-Trinity, also known as T to his friends, fronts this collection of talented artists. The energy and enthusiasm he brings to the stage is infectious as the bare footed front man pours sweat giving all that he has in every song to ensure that the crowd feels the music like intended. Guitarist-Joe with his old school punk thrasher drives the music. He rocks on his low riding guitar slamming the strings with every down stroke, producing a sound that any punk fan would love. Drummer-Chris pours his heart and sole into every show. Numerous times the drum set is vacated for a quick exhaustion vomit outback and then back on the drums…not missing a beat. Trinity Scott (vocals), Joe Amsden (guitar, vocals), Chris Loeffler (drums), Jonathan Hagood (bass)

FACEBOOK {Degrave}
WEBSITE {Degrave}

It all started in 2013 when guitarist Clyde Daniels, and guitarist/vocalist Dylan Volmert met on the school bus. Soon after, they became bandmates, and the duo began writing songs. In March of 2016 they hooked up with Shane Jenkins on drums, and a month later Jordan Roedel joined on bass guitar. The first DEGRAVE show with this line-up was May 4th, 2016. This show was recorded by Jeff Grindstopher, and turned into the 6 song EP, Inceptive Sounds.
In between gigs during the months of October/November of 2016, they set off recording what was to be the first LP, Full Tilt. Then in December of 2016, before the album’s release, Shane Jenkins left the band. In March of 2017, Jeff Kearney joined the group, and on April 20th, 2017 DEGRAVE released Full Tilt.
After the release of Full Tilt, DEGRAVE immediately began writing once again. Then, in December 2017/January 2018, DEGRAVE jumped back in the studio to record their self-titled second LP, which was released on July 27th, 2018.
DEGRAVE spent the rest of 2018 and the majority of 2019 playing as many gigs as possible. Then, in September of 2019, Jeff Kearney left the band and was temporarily replaced by John Graff.
In May of 2020, Caleb Bethel joined DEGRAVE with his energetic approach and unbound style. Currently DEGRAVE is working on a new album, and playing as many shows as possible. Keep your eyes peeled, and we’ll see ya out on the road!
FACEBOOK {Love-Seats}
Love-Seats are a three-piece band based in Jefferson City, Missouri, playing original, upbeat, catchy riffs, steady rhythms, and melodic feedback with influences from psychedelic and early 60’s rock to proto punk.

Zak Skinner founder/vocalist/guitarist of Love-Seats

Nick Gazca drummer of Love-Seats

John Nichols Guitarist of Love-Seats

BANDCAMP {Love-Seats}
BANDCAMP {Sound Check} Love-Seats
BANDCAMP {Relax, just do it} Love-Seats
BANDCAMP {Gimme your love} Love-Seats

Planet Jazz {LIVE} @ The Mission!!
2022-03-10 19:00 - 22:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@5pm
MUSIC@7-10pm
No Cover – Tips kindly appreciated!
FACEBOOK {Planet Jazz}
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Planet Jazz, one of the most popular Jazz groups in Mid-Missouri for over twenty five years. Mixing up Jazz with Reggae, Swing, Cajun and Island.
Mark Atkins Lieberman: Guitar
Monte Safford: Drums
Bill Roe: Bass

Erin Jensen {ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR!!}
2022-03-08 19:00 - 23:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@5pm
SHOW 7-9pm
NO COVER – Tips kindly appreciated!
Erin Jensen hosts our popular Tuesday ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR! No Cover, but tips are kindly appreciated. Grab some grub for carry out or delivery and join us for some Live and Local!!
ERIN JENSEN

Erin returns to The Mission stage after joining us for our Holiday Hootenanny performance. She’s also a member of the Como Ramblers Club and we’re thrilled to have her on our Happy Hour roster.
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SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL W/Spicy Laser Twins, English Brown & Tracy Blase!!!
2022-03-05 20:30 - 2022-03-06 00:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@6pm
SHOW@8:30PM
$5 COVER CHARGE
SPICY LASER TWINS

Taking us into midnight hour……the “Spicy Laser Twins” (Doc and Cole of Fail Inc) performing their acoustic duo keeping it live and local, original, and with these two always eventful.

ENGLISH BROWN
An Apocalyptic folk band from Columbia Mo!

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FACEBOOK {English Brown}
SPOTIFY {English Brown}

TRACY BLASE

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Tracy Blase was raised by parents who supported his passion for music. At the age of 13, you could find him performing in bars with local adult bands playing guitar, drums and singing. He paused his public performances after high school, but never put the guitar down. He was drawn back to the stage in 2012 and has since picked up the mandolin.
Tracy is influenced by a wide variety of musical genres: from punk to country and blues to alt-rock. He is currently a member of Rose Ridge with Jenny Babcock. The duo often shares the stage with Mid Mo’s plethora of fine pickers. Occasionally, you will find Tracy playing a solo gig. Those are pretty sweet. You should catch one.
Rose Ridge – Tracy Blase & Jenny Babcock
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Down Side Up @ The Mission!!
2022-03-04 20:30 - 2022-03-05 00:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@5pm
SHOW@8:30PM
TICKETS $8@Door
FACEBOOK LINK {Down Side Up}

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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.

Aaron Mankin – drums and vocals Ryan Mankin-guitar and vocals Hunter O’Donnell- Bass guitar

PAT KAY + ANDY LEE {first thursday} at The Mission
2022-03-03 19:00 - 23:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@4pm
SHOW@8pm
No Cover – Tips are kindly appreciated!
We’re so excited to fire back up a longstanding JCMO Tradition:
FIRST THURSDAYS are BACK!
We’re gonna shake it up a bit too! Moving forward, Stompgrass Thursdays will feature a rotating cast of extended KB fam and various projects & incarnations the boys have drummed up during the pandemic! Expect some curve balls as we intend to get weird from time to time! We’ll announce the lineup the Monday prior each week! Can’t wait to see y’all in the Mission again! We’ve missed you!

INSTAGRAM {MK Ultra}

FACEBOOK {MK Ultra}
WEBSITE {The Kay Brothers}
FACEBOOK {Aaron Kamm & the One Drops}

Singer-Songwriter OPEN MIC NIGHT @ The Mission
2022-03-02 19:00 - 23:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@4pm

SHOW@7PM

NO COVER – Tips are kindly appreciated!!
SIGN UP ⇒
Unlike our usual Open Mic Night 15 minute time slots, we get to enjoy 25 minutes (20 minimum) of your original material. Solo acoustic to full band! We will provide a full backline as there will be no time for change over. Open Mic Night at The Mission is an environment of encouragement from the staff to patrons. Our stage is open.
The Mission Family is excited to offer this special evening. Come support our artists for a NO COVER, NO COVER(S) night!

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OPEN MIC NIGHT @ The Mission!
2022-03-02 08:00 - 17:00 | MO

Clay Benne {All Night Happy Hour!!}
2022-03-01 19:00 - 21:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@5pm
SHOW 7-9PM
No Cover – Tips kindly appreciated
INSTAGRAM LINK {Clay Benne}
Clay Benne walked through our doors this past summer for Open Mic Night. Since then Clay has joined our ever popular early show and ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR on Tuesday evenings. Benne also opened our stage for legendary singer-songwriter, Josh Morningstar! Order delivery, bring in carry out and join us for some Live and Local. Keepin’ it Live and supporting LOCAL!
“For me, music started when I would ride in my dad’s truck with the radio stuck on classic rock. Growing up around it made me want to pick up a guitar and learn to play along. But it wasn’t until late in high school that I understood how much of a hold it had on me, even more so when there’s a girl involved. Artists like Eric Church and Kip Moore helped me make sense of a lot of things in my life and inspired me to want to do it for myself by writing my own songs. Music has always been there for me in any situation and I hope that I can share that with others.” – Clay Benne
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Sunday Blues Jam @ The Mission!!
2022-02-27 15:00 - 19:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@2pm
BLUES JAM 3-7PM
No Cover – Tips kindly appreciated!
LAST 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}
John D’Agostino – Keys/Vocals
Kenny Hunt – Guitar/Vocals
Robert Duckworth – Bass
Jake Hanselman – 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.
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!

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OPEN MIC NIGHT @ The Mission!
2022-02-23 19:00 - 23:00 | The Mission, 915 E High Street, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Doors@4pm
SignUp@6:30pm
SHOW@7pm
No Cover- Tips kindly appreciated!!

15 Minute Time Slot includes set up and performance
Music – solo/duo/trio or more, All genres welcome. Poetry, comedy, spoken word, dance. Bring whatya got!
Minors are welcome, but will need a parent/guardian to join them.
Early Sign Up available for 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30 and 9:45 through the link below:

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Please respect your reserved time and arrive 30 minutes ahead of your chosen time.

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9 Tips to Rock Open Mic
Featured 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 Mic
1. 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 13 at The Mission full of Open Mic Stories of success.
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!
