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June 8–11 | Twangfest
Now in its second decade, Twangfest has become one of the country’s most respected roots music festivals. This year’s lineup includes Tommy Halloran, Hooray for the Riff Raff, Wussy, and The Waco Brothers. Various times and venues. See website for details.
June 9 | The Avett Brothers
One critic once described the Avett Brothers’ sound as having the “heavy sadness of Townes Van Zandt, the light pop concision of Buddy Holly, the tuneful jangle of the Beatles, the raw energy of the Ramones.” With Brandi Carlile. $44.50–$55. 7:30 p.m. Chaifetz Arena, 1 S. Compton.
June 10 | BØRNS
The Scandinavian vowel might suggest otherwise, but BØRNS was a project born in Michigan—though some describe his starry space-pop as sounding like it came from some faraway corner of the cosmos. $18–$20. 8 p.m. The Ready Room, 4195 Manchester.
June 11 | Life Outside Festival
Great Rivers Greenway sponsors this festival, which celebrates local music, food, and drinks. Try your hand at tree-climbing, kayaking, nature crafts, yoga, and gardening. Free. 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park, 13725 Marine.
June 13–22 | The Wizard of Oz
Don't miss The Muny's 2016 season opener, next Monday. The St. Louis institution is pulling out all the stops for this show, which continues to be the theater’s most popular musical ever. See website for times and prices. The Muny, Forest Park.
