Music

St. LOUIS—A homeschool student from Granite City and a trio of homeschool students from Ferguson are the winners of the 12th annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition. The $8,000 first place prize went to Aubory Bugg, vocalist and guitarist, and Trifecta, made up of Dennis Bailey, Eliot Bailey, and Ethan Ryan.

Country music powerhouse Tyler Filmore, who performs under the stage name Filmore, would be the first to admit that he has everything he has ever dreamed of in Nashville. He has established a career there that has already snagged him a slew of hit songs. He is also surrounded there by family, friends, and his wife. But there is something missing.

Rhonda Vincent could have moved away from Missouri many times, but home kept calling her name.

Folk-Americana duo at St. Louis showcases vocal chemistry and thoughtful songwriting.

Springfield’s Shaun Munday creates music that exudes passion and soul.

Todd Day Wait has performed worldwide and is releasing a new album this year.

Cara Louise is working on her first full-length album.

The Cosmic Riders work on their debut album.

Missouri will always be home.

Country crooner Jack Grelle switches gears for now on If Not Forever.