Sometimes a concert doesn’t just take you to a venue—it takes you back in time. That’s exactly what happened at the Good Intentions Tour stop in St. Louis at The Factory. Sixpence None the Richer, The Jayhawks, and Toad the Wet Sprocket shared the stage for this night of nostalgia.
Sixpence opened the night with a short and sweet eight-song set. It wasn’t until the final song, when the first soft notes of “Kiss Me” floated through the venue, that it felt like every first crush, every sun-soaked summer evening, every sweet moment that song has ever soundtracked came rushing back. Leigh Nash’s voice hasn’t aged a day—still that delicate, airy whisper that can stop you mid-sentence. At one point, she smiled and said, “It’s a gold boot kinda night,” flashing her sparkling boots to a roar of cheers. It was one of those little moments that made the night feel warm and personal, instantly pulling us all back to 1999.
Then The Jayhawks took the stage, and suddenly the whole crowd was right back in the ’90s—packed into Cicero’s basement bar or standing by the river at Mississippi Nights. When Gary Louris sang “Blue,” it felt like no time had passed. They’ll tell you themselves—they’ve never had major hits, they just make great albums and even better music. Seeing them live feels like being at a jam session surrounded by friends. The harmonies are tight, the musicianship is gorgeous, and it’s all right there without the light shows or special effects—just a band of musicians rocking out and loving every second.
Finally, Toad the Wet Sprocket closed the night with every bit of soul and warmth you’d hope for. They absolutely raved about the venue—and rightfully so—The Factory is easily one of my favorites too. The barefooted Glen Phillips captured the hearts of fans both old and new with that laid‑back, mellow style that makes every song feel like it’s being sung just for you.
From the first strums of “Something’s Always Wrong” to the closing notes of “Walk on the Ocean,” it was pure connection. Glen had the crowd laughing and cheering between songs, swapping little stories from the road, and even letting fans take over parts of the chorus during “All I Want.” You could feel the nostalgia running deep, yet somehow the show felt fresh and alive—like these songs were written just yesterday.
The Factory’s acoustics carried every harmony beautifully, and the energy never dipped. There were moments where the band locked eyes with fans in the front row, barefoot Glen dancing and smiling as if he was in his own living room. By the encore, everyone was on their feet, clapping, singing, and soaking in that magic only a live Toad the Wet Sprocket show can deliver.
Three bands, each a soundtrack to different chapters of life, all on one stage, reminding us that some songs don’t just stick around—they grow with us. It wasn’t just a concert. It was a night of memories, harmonies, and heart, shared with a crowd that knew every word because we’ve all been living these songs for decades.
Melissa O’Rourke aka WickedWitchofSTL is a jack of all trades. By day she’s an established tattooist and piercer, by night a mother to her amazing son (who is a hell of a guitarist). Melissa has a musical background and can often be found at a local karaoke joint, or a concert when she’s not driving across the country for an adventure. This social butterfly always welcomes conversation so come say hi! See y’all at the next gig!
