Past: Shugyo @ Ragsdale's

Hometown heroes Shugyo come to get funky with us! Come boogie down to the grooves of funk, jazz, and blues.

21+ no cover

Shugyo refers to developing and honing character through hard physical and mental training. That is the discipline and drive that Shugyo brings to the stage each and every performance. The band began in the Spring of 2015 with bassist Jason Heeter, guitarist Matt Gates, and drummer JJ Seabaugh. The 3 were the only remaining members of the Cape Girardeau based funk band Monstars, and decided a new name and new direction was needed. That direction is Shugyo. Combining myriad styles and influences from the world of jazz to the symphony halls, Shugyo pushes the boundaries of style to create a blend truly their own.