Upcoming Shows
Cocktails for CASA
The Abbott
Friday, November 6, 2026
1901 Cherry St.
Kansas City, MO 64108
The Ship
w/ Back Alley Brass Band
Saturday, November 7th, 2026
1217 Union Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64101
B.B.'s Lawnside BBQ
Saturday, November 14h, 2026
7p - 10p
1205 E 85th St.
Kansas City, MO 6413
Mike Kelly's Westsider
Friday, December 18th, 2026
w/ Supermassive Black Holes & Caveman Television
8p - 11p
1515 Westport Rd.
Kansas City, Missouri 64111
The 1909 Club
Saturday, December 26th, 2026
7p - 10p
25 SE 3rd St.
Lee's Summit, MO 64063
The 1909 Club
Saturday, January 23rd, 2027
7p - 10p
25 SE 3rd St.
Lee's Summit, MO 64063
the 1909 Club
Saturday, February 27th, 2027
7p - 10p
25 SE 3rd St.
Lee's Summit, MO 64063
The 1909 Club
Saturday, March 27th, 2027
7p - 10p
25 SE 3rd St.
Lee's Summit, MO 64063
Albums
About Us
The MGDs present a passionate blend of funk and blues powered by the soulful stylings of a music group driven to serve up an electrifying experience to the masses. The seven piece lineup includes a mix of keys and brass complemented by a poppin’ rhythm section that adds a unique flavor to the iconic Kansas City music culture. In what started as a three piece between longtime friends in 2008, the MGDs have evolved into what is now a potent powerhouse group in the high-energy music category. Influences include a variety of classic and modern sounds from New Orleans and beyond.
In addition to a host of club shows, the MGDs like to keep busy performing at festivals both at home and away. Boulevardia, Middle of the Map and the Crossroads KC Music Fest are just to name a few.
The MGDs currently have 5 original albums under their belt and with a sizable repertoire of covers and originals at hand, the MGDs are available for short showcase sets or an all night long shindig.
Matt Davis – Drums & Vocals
Greg Bush – Bass
Damon Parker – Keys & Vocals
Scott Middleton – Guitar
Teddy Krulewich – Trumpet
Emmett Starkey - Trombone
Cole Gurley - Baritone Saxophone
