Rich Whalen

Rich Whalen is a veteran singer in the Midwestern music scene. He performs a solo show on the scenes but is best known as the lead singer of The Cherry Pistols.

Since 2012, The Cherry Pistol’s have become known as one of Missouri’s most electrifying and premier party bands! Serving up a delicious mix of rock, pop, and funk from the 70’s and 80’s with sprinkles of 90’s classics to hits of today!

Voted Jefferson City’s ”Best Band” 4 times, most recently in 2019. the band have amassed a strong following playing venues around Mid-Missouri and Lake of the Ozarks, as well as being a top choice for corporate events, conferences, and weddings! When you’re partying with The Cherry Pistols you’ll hear everything from Prince to Journey, Van Halen to Hall & Oates, Bon Jovi to Elton John, and loads of awesome tunes that will keep your feet on the dance floor and your hands in the air!