05/27/2025
Songbird Stands with STL – Join us this Wednesday (May 28th) for the final show of the season!
Our community continues to grapple with the devastating impact of the May 16 tornado and this is going to be a long process to restore some semblance of normality to those neighborhoods which were battered.
Songbird will donate 50% of May ticket sales to Action St. Louis www.actionstl.org a grassroots organization working to build political power for disenfranchised communities in our region. In the aftermath of the tornado, Action STL launched the People's Response Hub to meet urgent needs.
We have a great line-up this Wednesday featuring Marc Chechik, Monica Casey, and Chicago musicians Steve Dawson and Diane Christiansen. This is the final show for the winter/spring season of Songbird so get your music fix by getting tickets at https://square.link/u/HfmlJ17a Tickets are $20 each (no service fees) if bought in advance by 3pm on Wednesday and $25 each if bought at the door. The second half of the season will resume in August. We would love to see you there and spread the word!
Want to know more about the performers? See below.
STEVE DAWSON (stevedawsonmusic.com)
Steve Dawson is a master of storytelling through song, blending graceful, poetic lyrics with soulful heartache and sharp, exacting wordplay. A true craftsman of the Americana and folk genres, Dawson has built a catalog that resonates with listeners, from his six albums with Dolly Varden to his six solo releases, including his latest work, Ghosts (2024). Whether he’s playing his guitar in Chicago or teaching songwriting at the Old Town School of Folk Music, Dawson’s music invites listeners into a world of emotional depth and reflective storytelling.
With a sound that’s both intimate and expansive, Dawson’s songs are laced with the wisdom and experience of his diverse musical journey—from San Diego to Hailey, Idaho, and beyond. A longtime influence on the American music scene, he’s recognized not just for his songwriting but for his ability to make you feel every word.
DIANE CHRISTIANSEN (dollyvarden.com)
Diane Christiansen is a renowned singer, songwriter whose soulful, dusky alto has been captivating audiences for over two decades. Known for her deep, emotive harmonies, Christiansen has helped shape the sound of the band Dolly Varden, which has released six critically acclaimed albums.
As a songwriter, she’s co-created songs that radiate with warmth, poetic insight, and emotional depth. Her partnership with Dawson has resulted in timeless, intimate duets that resonate deeply with listeners. When she's not performing or recording, Christiansen’s creativity extends to the art world, making her a true multi-disciplinary artist.
MARC CHECHIK (nodeepression.com)
Marc has been a recognized singer-songwriter and singular guitarist in the St. Louis, Missouri rock/roots/ Americana scene since its early 1990s’ salad days. He was a founding member of the disturbingly forgotten rockers, The Relatives, played guitar and wrote in the ambitiously panoramic Waterloo, co-founded the Undertow Collective, one of the more promising DIY studios/ labels in the Midwest, was a co-conspirator in the stunning sonic mayhem of Thee Dirty South with the late Bob Reuter, and has, for the past 25 years, given thoughtfully ballistic and spiritually searing tours of the heart in Melody Den.
“…A purveyor of effortless and timeless Americana.”– Chris King, St. Louis Magazine
“…he delivers a beautiful, varied tour of Americana’s back roads.”– Riverfront Times (R.I.P.)
“Some things are well worth waiting for…Chechik’s writing is sharp, creating images that are alive.”– St. Louis Post-Dispatch
MONICA CASEY (facebook.com)
Monica Casey, a St. Louis native and gifted singer-songwriter, captivates audiences with her engaging vocals and heartfelt storytelling. Drawing inspiration from iconic artists like Joni Mitchell, Shawn Colvin, Lucinda Williams, and Nanci Griffith, Monica's music resonates with emotional depth and authenticity.
With recordings like Again and Again, Here We Are, and Animal Tracks and Other Love Songs available on streaming platforms, Monica’s music continues to touch listeners worldwide. Recently, inspired by her music’s connection with children, she’s transformed three of her songs into children’s books and coloring books. Monica's work continues to inspire, educate, and entertain across generations.
