2025 Chestnut Street Stage FREE Concerts

Thursday, September 4th @ 1:30-3:30PM

Singing and performing since the age of 7, Jillian Riscoe  has had her share of success. The award-winning Kansas City native  singer/songwriter and musician has toured and performed across the  United States, including at the NAMM show, for major sporting  events/teams like the KC Royals, KC Current and more, the Grammy Museum  Music Revolution Project, and the CDBaby DIY Musician’s Conference. She  has received regional music awards, secured national radio airplay  including her hometown hit country station Q104 w/ a recent multiple  guest co-host spots on the CMA Awards nominated show The Morning Drive  w/ Jenny Matthews & Todd Nixon, has been featured on regional TV  programs such as Great Day KC on FOX4, and opened up for over a dozen  international touring artists & bands.

Splitting her time between Kansas City & Nashville, she also is always on the road, bringing the music with her wherever that may lead…

https://jillianriscoe.com/

Thursday, September 4th @ 4-6PM

Heartland country rocker, Drew Six,  brings deep Americana roots and a voice that commands attention. Known  for his textured, raspy baritone and magnetic stage presence, Drew has  delivered his original music on some of the biggest stages in the  country — including a sold-out performance of his anthem “American Dreamers” at the Wrangler NFR Experience in Las Vegas, and three electrifying shows at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Sharing  the spotlight with artists like Lainey Wilson, Ian Munsick, Bryan  Martin, and Chancey Williams at NFR, and previously billed alongside  Luke Bryan, Dan + Shay, and Maroon 5, Drew has fine-tuned his ability to  captivate audiences and deliver a message of hope, grit, and  resilience.

Country Radio Hall of Famer Mike  Kennedy calls Drew “one of the harder working artists I’ve ever seen,”  and that work ethic shines whether he’s performing solo or with his full  band.

With a sound that blends Nashville  storytelling and Midwestern rock swagger, Drew draws comparisons to  icons like Mellencamp, Springsteen, and Seger. His single “Boyfriend” — a swaggering, roots-rock anthem featured on CMT — showcases his crossover appeal and undeniable charisma.

Offstage, Drew is driven by purpose. His moving composition “Dreams Do” debuted at the Dream Factory National Convention and reflects his  commitment to organizations like Variety Children’s Charity, using music  to inspire and uplift those in need.

Drew has  also performed at high-profile events including the World Series Gala,  concerts for the Kansas City Chiefs, and fundraisers for national causes  — earning praise from Pitch Magazine and KC Magazine along the way.

As USA Today's Sharon L. Peters wrote: “You may be witnessing the first step of what will become a colossal career.”

https://drewsix.com/

Friday, September 5th @ 12:30-2PM

Regionally acclaimed Waterman has built a reputation as one of the most electrifying live acts on the circuit, delivering a high-octane blend of classic rock and grunge that captures the heart and soul of the ’90s and beyond. Known for their powerhouse stage presence and impeccable musicianship, Waterman channels the raw edge of Stone Temple Pilots, the driving hooks of Collective Soul, the funk-rock fire of Red Hot Chili Peppers, and the anthemic grit of Nirvana and Foo Fighters—all while infusing each song with their own unmistakable energy.

From intimate venues to festival stages, Waterman turns every performance into a communal experience, where fans sing every word, guitars roar, and rhythms shake the floor. Their setlist is a carefully crafted journey through the soundtrack of a generation, appealing to lifelong rock fans and new listeners alike. With a sound that’s both nostalgic and freshly charged, Waterman proves that great rock never fades—it just gets louder.

https://www.facebook.com/WatermanKC

Friday, September 5th @ 2:30-4PM

Kristy  Wyatt is a rising country rock artist from Kansas City, the heart of  the Midwest. With a powerhouse voice and an undeniable stage presence,  she brings a fresh, dynamic sound to the genre. Kristy’s unique blend of  grit and melody captivates audiences, proving that dynamite truly comes  in small packages. Her energy, authenticity, and raw talent have earned  her a dedicated fan base across the country, making her one to watch in  the world of country rock.

John Lombardo took up the guitar at age 15 and taught himself how to  play… with some reluctant help from his older brother (who was already  an accomplished player). In his early 30’s, he started songwriting,  recording and fine tuning his craft. There was some record label  interest from Capitol Records on his debut release of EVERSHINE’s “Break  On Through”. John has paid his dues with many late night shows and has  won awards playing with some of Kansas City’s most popular cover bands.

Jason Butcher is a multi-instrumentalist who has been a sad song and  cheap guitar junkie since his first $10 garage sale guitar at age 14. He  has played in rock, country, jazz, Elvis tributes, church, symphonic  and pit orchestras since the 80’s. Jason has played bass guitar, bass  violin, guitar, mandolin, ukulele, dobro and slide lap steel guitar  professionally as much as a normal working and family life will allow.  He has played with some of Kansas City’s finest modern/traditional country bands.

Travis Earnshaw got a bass guitar for his 13th birthday and has been  playing in bands across multiple genres ever since. In addition to  playing dozens of local venues, he has also played across the country at  International music festivals and opened for national acts, such as The  Spin Doctors, Cowboy Mouth, Gaelic Storm, and The High Kings.

Phil Ankowicz is a professionally trained musician who received his  musical education from Wichita State and earned his Master’s in Music  and Percussion from the University of Arizona. His previous country/rock  band, Crossroads, opened shows for Brooks & Dunn, Bellamy Brothers,  Restless Heart, and Lionel Cartwright. Phil’s career began with early  rock and jazz bands, but has since enjoyed performing country, classic  rock, dance, pop and even Caribbean steel drums in the Trop Rock circuit  as “Chill Phil”.

https://kristywyattandthemoxie.com/

Friday, September 5th @ 4:30-6PM

A Kansas City based CLASSIC ROCK band with a commitment to performing high energy LIVE rock-n-roll. 

Classic/Modern Rock & Blues Covers – 5 Piece Classic Rock- 70’s, 80’s, through current. 

Energy packed popular songs with EXCEPTIONAL vocals and harmonies.

Keys, Guitars, vocals, “Live” style performances covering the hottest  songs from the biggest rock bands at the heights of their popularity. A  set list that has stood the test of time! 

Our group of 5 musicians focuses on songs that have and are creating  ROCK AND ROLL history. Songs that fit our vocalists and skill sets to  provide energetic LIVE arrangements with dueling guitar leads, vocal harmonies, and keyboards to support a concert style experience. 

Attendees are required to bring their jammin’ rock and roll attitudes because we are going to have a jammin’ good time! 

Influences – 70’s, 80’s and current, including Bad Co, Aerosmith,  Eagles, Journey, Led Zeppelin, Bon Jovi, Foo Fighters, Tom Petty, Pink  Floyd, REO, Cream, Fleetwood Mac, Chris Stapleton, Alice in Chains, and  more. 

Our Lineup

• Julie Boye – Lead Vocalist
• Rob Beard – Lead & Rhythm Guitarist
• James McCarty – Rhythm & Lead Guitars, 12 string, Keys, vocals
• “Diamond” Dave Ellis – Bass
• “Safety” Dave Burke – Percussion

https://miragekc.com/

Saturday, September 6th @ noon-2PM

Born an raised in rural southwest  Missouri, Jeff now makes his home in Kansas City, MO. Jeff is a gifted  vocalist in his own right with a multiple octave range, and the  distinction of having studied voice with members of New York's  Metropolitan Opera, and was a private student of renowned voice coach  Dean Wilder. Jeff was also voted a finalist for ten weeks in a row on Ed  McMahon's "Next Big Star" internet talent competition. He has been  prolific in the recording and performance of nearly every genre of  music, including pop, rock, jazz, country, blues, and gospel.

After  graduating high school, Jeff completed four years of college with a  vocal performance major, and a minor in broadcast journalism. After five  years in the radio industry as an on-air personality, Jeff became a  member of "The Lads Quartet", and had the privilege to sing extensively  throughout the United States and Canada, sharing the stage with J.D.  Sumner and The Stamps, The Imperials, The Oak Ridge Boys, The Blackwood  Brothers, B.J. Thomas and many more. Terry Blackwood who toured with  Elvis as a member of The Imperials during the "That's The Way It Is" era  has arranged and produced some of Jeff's studio recording sessions.

During  this period, Jeff was approached by a national organization for  troubled teens and was offered a full-time position as their exclusive  music soloist for their North American city-wide events. This allowed  Jeff to take his music to every major city in the U.S. and Canada. These  events were held in some of the largest venues the cities had to offer.  Average audiences were in the tens of thousands.

After  hearing Jeff's musical tributes to Elvis Presley, many music industry  professionals encouraged him to focus on this endeavor. Jeff insists on  vocal authenticity, and performs the songs in the same key and  arrangement as was originally done. Every era of Elvis' career is  represented with Jeff's unique and powerful voice. To accurately  represent the dynamic vocal range and versatility that Elvis had is the  most challenging task given to an Elvis Tribute Artist. Many in the  industry believe that Jeff renders one of the most compelling  representations of the Elvis music catalog to date. He has multiple CDs  to his credit, having recorded over 200 Elvis Songs.

For those who were never able to see Elvis in Concert, this is an  opportunity to experience and imagine what it must have been like back  in the day when "The King" ruled the landscape of popular music.

https://jeffbergen.com/index.html

Saturday, September 6th @ 4-5:30PM

The Olathe Civic Band is the largest and one of the oldest community bands in the state of Kansas. Its roots go back to the Ott’s Boys Band formed in 1913.

The current version is celebrating its 41st year, having been formed in 1982 by Olathe Music Icon, Ed Badsky. The band, which numbers over 120, has been directed by Ed Colson since 1999. The all-volunteer band performs at most of Olathe’s largest events.

Formed in 2006, The Olathe Civic Jazz Band is now performing in its 17thyear. This 17-piece big band has an outstanding vocalist and is a favorite around the community. Staffed primarily by members of the Olathe Civic Band, this group performs big band standards as well as some newer arrangements and can be heard at a variety of events in and around Olathe. 

Both of these groups have won the hearts of thousands of Olatheans,  and citizens throughout the Kansas City area.

https://olathecivicband.org/