An Evening with Mike Zito
An evening of blues with Mike Zito. Two sets with an intermission. General Admission.
Get ready for an unforgettable night of blues, rock, and soul when acclaimed blues guitarist and vocalist Mike Zito takes the stage at 7:30 PM on Saturday, October 17th at historic Thespian Hall in Boonville, Missouri!
Mike Zito one of the most acclaimed and hard-working artists in contemporary blues and blues-rock A St. Louis native who began playing guitar at the age of five, Zito has spent decades developing a distinctive sound built on soulful vocals, fiery guitar work, heartfelt songwriting, and the raw energy of a great live performance.
A multiple Blues Music Award winner, Zito has earned recognition as both a guitarist and recording artist. His accomplishments include Blues Music Awards for Blues Rock Artist of the Year and Blues Rock Album of the Year, including the 2025 award for his deeply personal album Life Is Hard.
Zito’s career has taken him from the clubs of St. Louis to major stages around the world. He was a founding member of the acclaimed supergroup Royal Southern Brotherhood, sharing the stage and studio with musicians including Cyril Neville and Devon Allman. He later established a successful solo career and has released a remarkable body of blues and blues-rock recordings.
His music combines the traditions of classic blues with rock, soul, and Americana, creating a sound that is both rooted in the past and unmistakably contemporary. His guitar playing can
move from subtle and soulful to explosive and hard-driving, while his songwriting brings a deeply personal quality to his performances.
Zito is also an accomplished producer and co-founder of Gulf Coast Records, where he has helped record and develop numerous blues artists. His influence therefore extends beyond his own music to the broader blues community.
For audiences, however, it is the live experience that truly defines Mike Zito. His concerts combine exceptional musicianship, powerful vocals, blazing guitar solos, humor, storytelling, and the emotional connection that has become a hallmark of his performances. As Zito himself describes his approach, the goal is to create a genuine connection with the audience through
honest songs and music played with heart.
With a career built on perseverance, passion, and an unwavering commitment to the blues, Mike Zito brings the kind of high-energy, authentic performance that appeals to longtime blues fans and newcomers alike. Whether delivering a soulful ballad or turning loose with a blistering guitar solo, Zito is a performer who leaves his audience with something to remember.