“"Shepherd is a fine, fine vocalist, imbuing each song with real intensity and commitment..."” - Rhys Williams, Blues Blast Magazine
Soul of a Man
Music Made in St. Louis
Chris Shepherd is a singer/songwriter/guitarist based in St. Louis, Missouri-a town with a huge musical legacy of blues and soul. Chris is known for writing original blues, soul, rock, and blues-flavored gospel songs.
In 2019, Chris toured in Australia, as vocalist/songwriter for Kingdom Brothers. (3 albums featuring many Shepherd originals). In 2021 & 2022, Chris toured Holland and Germany with Rich McDonough. They returned to Holland again July, 2023. In Aug. 2021 Shepherd & McDonough opened for Robert Cray, receiving a standing ovation as an acoustic duo.
Resonating vocals, original songs, & gritty blues guitar make Chris an STL favorite- his popularity growing worldwide. Chris resides in St. Louis, Missouri where he continues his growing career as a singer/songwriter. Chris belongs to a beloved blues community in St. Louis whose goal is to share the blues heritage worldwide.
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Chris Shepherd and Rich McDonough opened for Robert Cray with an acoustic set at the Chesterfield Amphitheatre near St. Louis, Missouri. Several standing ovations were offered by the “home crowd” for Shepherd & McDonough.
Chris Shepherd @2:00am
Le Duc stage, Paris, France
The late night crowd at the famous Le Duc Jazz Club rose to it's feet, pounding tables & walls after "Stormy Monday".A great end to the European Tour.