Studio Live

Second Friday of every month, 12-1pm

Hear songs from local musicians as they perform live from the KSMU studios. This hour-long event, held at noon one Friday out of each month, mixes conversation with performance. We'll learn more about these musicians and their love for music, as well as the music itself.

KSMU has also partnered with Barley, Wheat and Rye Social House, for the Studio Live Social Hour, an encore performance of that day's artist at the craft cocktail lounge in southeast Springfield. The performance begins at 6 p.m.

Upcoming Schedule:

June 9: Kristi Merideth

July 14: Ozarks Klezmer Orkestr 

August 11: Justice Adams Band

November 10: Shaun Munday

December 8: Jin J. X

IMAGES: Brother Wiley on Studio Live

By • Mar 10, 2017
Ryan Welch / KSMU

Brother Wiley is no stranger to Studio Live, having played several times over the years. Brett Miller, Todd Mincks, Jessica Balisle and Kenny Wirt were in the studio one last time to look back on their 10+ year music career together as the band gets ready for their last show. The band is calling it quits with Brett leaving town to pursue the Something Gigantic project. The final Brother Wiley show will be held April 1 at Lindberg's. 

IMAGES: Eddie Gumucio on Studio Live

By • Feb 10, 2017
Jessica Balisle / KSMU

Eddie Gumucio was in the studio with his band that includes Jake Viele (drums), John Montgomery (percussion), and Tim Datema (bass). Eddie discussed his recording projects, songwriting and his Bolivian roots. 

IMAGES: Brian Patrick "Savitri" Hargiss on Studio Live

By • Jan 27, 2017
Jessica Balisle / KSMU

Brian Patrick "Savitri" Hargiss shared original songs performed on several different guitars, including a mini guitar. He also discussed his recent trips to the Virgin Islands and Israel. 

IMAGES: Juanita Lee & Kenny Key on Studio Live

By • Dec 9, 2016
Jessica Balisle / KSMU

Juanita Lee and Kenny Key were in the studio to perform some of Kenny's original folk songs. The married couple also talked about their courtship in the bluegrass circuit. 

IMAGES: Paddlefish on Studio Live

By • Nov 11, 2016
Jessica Balisle / KSMU

Paddlefish was in the studio today to talk to Randy and Jessica about life at the new u.school in downtown Springfield while sharing original rock tunes inspired by bands like Dinosaur Jr. and Television.  

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