2720 Cherokee St. St. Louis, MO 63118

Open Highway Presents

Dylan Wheeler

Friday, March 07
Doors: 7pm // Show: 8pm
$20
About the artist:

The “Broke Ass Kid” Dylan Wheeler exemplifies the evolution of the Texas Independent Music Scene. With singer-songwriter depth that lyric lovers crave and a unique blend of Rock and Alternative influences, his music feels both comfortingly familiar and refreshingly innovative in a scene often rooted in Country traditions. Add in a powerful voice shaped by influences like Chris Cornell, Eddie Vedder, and Layne Staley, and it’s clear why Wheeler is a standout. His genre-defying sound has the broad appeal that turns dreams into reality, and though his journey is just beginning, his future looks incredibly bright.

 

Hailing from Edgewood, Texas, Dylan cut his teeth playing dive bars across the state, following in the footsteps of many East Texas legends. However, he set himself apart by building a loyal fanbase early on, even before releasing any official music. Posting acoustic videos of originals and covers on social media, such as a viral rendition of “Strawberry Wine” in 2017, he reached a wide audience and caught a glimpse of his potential. By the time he released his debut EP Tell Me If I’m Wrong in late 2018, the anticipation was palpable. The EP quickly amassed tens of thousands of streams, marking the beginning of his musical career.

 

In 2019, Dylan quit his job in the Oil & Gas industry to pursue music full-time. From that point, his career took off—playing bigger shows, making trips to Nashville to write and record, and releasing music that reflected his artistic growth. Each new release showcased another layer of his talent, earning him more fans and deepening the connection with his existing audience.

 

In just a few years, Dylan has gone from acoustic videos gaining thousands of views to racking up tens of millions of streams across platforms. He’s transitioned from tiny dive bars to selling out major venues across Texas and beyond. For Dylan Wheeler, this is just the beginning, and as he puts it, “the sky is the limit.” Not bad for a “broke-ass kid beating on his guitar.

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