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Down State

Down State is a three piece Reggae Jam Rock group consisting of Guitar, Bass, and Drums. The band was formed in July of 2010 originating out of the St. Louis metro East area and has been playing shows throughout Illinois and Missouri reaching as far north as Chicago and as far west as Kansas City. Down State has recorded three full length albums titled, “What you’re in for”, “Every Day”, and “In one”. The band is back performing live shows playing the classic songs from the three albums along with a dozen new songs and a couple covers thrown in. On guitar is original frontman Josh Cerar. Adam Reid, former guitarist from the most recently recorded album “In One”, has transitioned to bass. On drums and backing vocals is the ever present member Joshua Reid. Down State would like to thank all the good people for the continued support of fifteen years and counting and look forward to seeing you soon.

Performances on Make Music Day - June 21, 2025

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