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Live Bands in the 

Cleveland Ohio Area

 Congratulations...you have found, listed here, many of the best live bands which perform in the Cleveland Area.  To go and personally see these bands...most of which are local, will only reaffirm the wonderful talent we have here in Cleveland area and only clarify why so many go on to become national acts.  You can find their schedule on our Band Calendar page.

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Live Bands A - K


LaFlavour

Genre: Pop / Club / Rock

LaFlavourBrings to audiences the highest quality live entertainment available anywhere, filled with the same incredible music, fun, and antics they've become famous for during a remarkable career spanning nearly 40 years!

Last Stone Cast

Genre: Rock

Last Stone CastThis powerhouse rock trio has a one of a kind sound reminisent of the "big hair" 80's rock bands, but don't be fooled…their sound truly sets them apart.

Lawless
Genre: Country / Rock / Pop

Lawless
Lawless is a high-energy country band whose unique sound is a blend of classic and modern styles. Based in Cleveland Ohio they have developed a reputation as the hardest working, and most popular, country band in the area.

Laredo
Genre: Country 

Laredo
Laredo has quickly become one of the most requested Top 40 country dance bands in N.E. Ohio. Known for their high energy sound and always fun stage antics, every Laredo show is always a fun event. Every member of Laredo has an extensive history in the local music scene. Laredo is also in the process of recording their first CD. Look for it sometime in the spring of this year.

Mike Lenz
Genre: Singer / Songwriter

Mike LenzMike Lenz is based in the Akron, Ohio area and performs solo on guitar, vocals, harmonica or kazoo, and stompbox. Winner of the Marietta, Ohio based BJFM 2005 Blues Challenge, he is influenced by everything from delta and piedmont blues artists such as Robert Johnson, Son House, Blind Willie Johnson, Blind Blake and Tommy Johnson to Jug Band stomps and rags of the 20’s and 30’s to classic 50’s and 60’s electric Muddy Waters, Jimmy Reed, and Howlin’ Wolf to the juke joint boogies of Hound Dog Taylor and modern North Mississippi blues. His live show includes his originals, classic blues and tastes of just about every genre of American roots music.

Level-C
Genre: Metal / Hardcore / Rock

Level C
It's an instant jaw drop when these girls step foot onstage and hit their first note. They snatch the onlookers up and don't let go. Level-C fans are unreal; they drive hours to experience the show in hopes of leaving their sweat on the floor.

Tim Longfellow
Genre: Progressive / Jazz / Pop

Tim Longfellow
It's an instant jaw drop when these girls step foot onstTyphoon Productions is the official home for the original music of longtime musician and composer Tim Longfellow. "In the late 1970's and thoughout the 80's I developed and refined my skills as a multi keyboardist with The Scott Alan Project, The Vince Mendoza Big Band, The Seeds of Fulfillment, The Nite Life, Trilogy 216, Paradox and a few experimental bands. Since creating Typhoon Productions in 1994, my session discography and live performance work includes: Anne E DeChant, Macaw, Blue Lunch, Joe Rohan, Alex Bevan, Pat Dailey, Dave Crossland, Rivers Edge, Scott Williamson, Tracey Thomas, Andy Crossland, Stone Angel, Nick Amster, Hoserod, Davy Cathro and Jeannine St. Clair. Five years ago I bought my first Chapman Stick and began what is now a full blown obsession with touchstyle guitar. I'm beginning to incorporate both The Stick and Warr Guitar into my work."

Midnight at the Savoy
Genre: Indie / Rock / Progessive

Midnight at the SavoyMidnight at the Savoy is a trio of ambitious forward thinking musicians attempting to create music that is both unique and challenging. Our sound is difficult to define but often strangely familiar and has been explained as fuzz rock, classic rock, indie, and/or progressive. These broad interpretations have left us without boundaries and free to explore our musical roots. We aspire to provide our audience with energetic and entertaining live shows filled with moments of chaos and improvisation.

Minor Setback
Genre: Powerpop / Indie / Rock

Minor Setback
Minor Setback is a powerpop/rock group from Cleveland, OH that combines a shameless mix of raunchy guitar riffs, catchy hooks, and semi-clever lyrics...our music is all about defining what's important in your life and living in the moment...and we try to carry that attitude on stage during every show.

Mushroomhead
Genre: Metal / Rock / Industrial

Mushroomhead
Mushroomhead is the new revolution of rock. No compromise, No comparison.  See them out on their National Tour.

MSOD
Genre: Metal / Rock / Progressive

MSOD
With a mix of old and nu-school, Metal fans alike enjoy the amazing guitar heroics, brutal drumming, and powerful vocals that tear your speakers to shredds! Live shows are filled with intense energy and fun.

Nathan Corsi Band
Genre: Rock / Blues / Garage

Nathan Corsi Band
Here’s a problem in rock math for you: If  bullet trains left  working class Liverpool, the good karma vibe of the Summer of Love, a punked up garage in Ann Arbor and a Chicago blues bar where the sound is as down and dirty-real as it gets, and slammed into each other somewhere in Akron … what would it equal? If you’ve heard that explosion then you know the answer is the Indie Power Blues of the Nathan Corsi Band.

No Limit Band
Genre: Rock / Blues / Alternative

No Limit Band
A dynamic, powerful 5-piece ROCK N ROLL and BLUES band. You will hear a little country style rock as well. WE have NO LIMIT to the genre and styles of music.

Noizy Toyz
Genre: Rock / Classic Rock / Pop

Noizy Toyz
NOIZY TOYZ:  “It’s great Rock-n-Roll with the perfect combination of enthusiasm, precision and attitude.  The grooves are tight and infectious, the vocal harmonies are awesome and the solos soar. 

The crowd feels that something special is happening, and responds with excitement.  It’s a rock-n-roll dance party – and you’re invited!

You’ll revisit and enjoy cool songs from last year, and from 30 years ago.  You won’t want the night to end, but you will be asking, “where are they playing next?!”  Come see for yourself and you too will become a great fan of NOIZY TOYZ!”


Oblivion
Genre: Classic Rock / Rock

Oblivion
Oblivion hails from the Massillon/Canton area of Ohio and is one of the county's premier rock bands. They mix 70's and 80's rock and roll with several originals to make for an amazing classic rock experience. Oblivion plays songs from bands such as: Journey, Styx, Boston, The Michael Stanley Band, Kansas, Queen, Cheap Trick, Toto, Genesis, and more. The band is made up of 5 stellar musicians, who are experts at each instrument they play.

One Way Out
Genre: Acoustic / Pop / Rock

One Way Out
They are a fresh band but people have said when you hear them play it is as if they have been playing toghether for years. There music is a mixture of Rock,Alternative,and Blues, and currently is all acoustic.

Pail Hallow
Genre: Americana / Powerpop / Folk Rock

Pail Hollow Cleveland, Ohio’s, Pale Hollow effortlessly combines elements of roots-rock folk with the restless urgency of a rustbelt garage band. Their hook filled songs are modern, melodic and catchy, yet anchored by the solid rock and pop traditions of the 60’s and 70’s. Each band member brings a unique element to the mix, resulting in an alchemy of sound and style that is sure to please fans of the folk/rock/power-pop genre.

Patrick Sweany
Genre: Country Blues

Patrick SweanyOn a given night (or on a given album) he'll swing through blues, folk, soul, bluegrass, maybe some classic 50s rock, or a punk speedball. He's a musical omnivore, devouring every popular music sound of the last 70 years, and mixing 'em all together seamlessly into his own stew. Yet, the one thing that most people notice about Patrick isn't his ability to copy - it's his authenticity. Like his heroes, folks like Bobby "Blue" Bland, Eddie Hinton, Doug Sahm, Ray Charles, Patrick somehow manages to blend all of these influences into something all his own. 

Phestur
Genre: Gruge / Punk / Rock

PhesturPHESTUR was born in the spring of 1999. Early on there were line up changes until the right fit was found. then the main goal was to get PHESTUR out to the masses. With unrelenting gigs, the band trudged on refining their sound and style hitting clubs from southern Ohio to Toronto Canada. The band has been a part of Undercurrents 2001 and 2002. CMF 2003,2004,2005 and2006 , the international musician's expo 2002, many radio shows from college to mainstream radio.

Rare Blend
Genre: Jam Band / Jazz / Progressive

Rare BlendRare Blend is where rock, jazz, fusion, and world music collide! This statement definitively sums up the instrumental music group, home based in Cleveland Ohio, and now in their 12th year.

Rebel Girl
Genre: Rock / Punk

Rebel Girl
Cleveland based power trio Rebel Girl is poised to make rock-n-roll history in 2007. In their first year as a band, they won Cleveland’s Battle for Myspace competition, released their debut album, and were awarded the title of Punk Band of the Year in The Cleveland Free Times Music Awards.

Red Sun Rising
Genre: Rock / Alternative / Metal

Red Sun Rising

Relentless

Genre: Country / Rock / Pop

Relentless
Tony Rio & Relentless have been playing clubs, Fairs and concerts for years. This time has been spent perfecting their energetic and entertaining performance. They have evolved into one of the hottest and hardest working bands on tour today.
Tony and the guys are Nashville-quality musicians with an uncanny and infectious ability to ALWAYS have a real good time! When set to task to critique them, it would seem that they really have it all.

Rely
Genre: Rock / Indie / Progressive

Rely
Rely have made a mark in the local music scene with their compelling and calculated post hardcore rock.

Rosella
Genre: Rock

RosellaThe word sums up the essence of the Cleveland rock band, Rosella. A product of five individual musical experiences that include country, hip hop and metal, Rosella’s music is the audible testament of the band’s singular vision– original and honest rock.

Scalera
Genre: Metal / Hardcore

ScaleraScalera uses their musical knowledge & experience to fine tune a “new metal/hardcore sound” and has gained immediate fan approval and attention by holding their own on a rigorous touring schedule opening for many national acts.

Second Place
Genre: Pop / Powerpop / other

Second PlaceWherever Second Place is playing is the first place to be! These 20 something's contagious sound and attitude keep their fans and club patrons singing and dancing longer than any other band. They offer a high energy show and create a fun atmosphere for all of those ready to let loose wherever they play. Throughout the night Second Place perfectly blends a unique mix of rock, pop, 80's, dance, originals, and other fun songs you wouldn't expect to hear. 

Shadows Force
Genre: Classic Rock / Southern Rock / Metal

Shadow ForceInfluences: Lynyrd Skynyrd, 38 Special, AC/DC, Led Zepplin, Cheap Trick, REO Speedwagon, Journey

Signal 30
Genre: Rock / Metal / Grunge

Signal 30
Heavy, moody, and not afraid to try something different...that's the SIGNAL 30 sound.  With a sound that's heavier than hard rock, but leaning towards the less aggressive side of metal, SIGNAL 30 has put together a style that appeals to a wide audience.

Sindust
Genre: Rock / Alternative

Sindust
Melodic hard rock...Nothing more, nothing less…

Skinny
Genre: Acoustic / Pop / Funk

Skinny
The acoustic-based band was born from the Cleveland music scene, and has been touring the U.S. for the past five years.Their family is their crowd, it is their band, it is their theology. Most importantly these guys love what they do, and it shines through every pore while on stage.

Skinny Moo

Genre: Funk / Rock / R&B

Skinny Moo
If your taste is Funk…than this band will funk your world!


Skull'rz Bane
Genre: Progressive / Blues / Rock

Skull'rz BaneSkullRz Bane is a fresh new approach to Rock. We blend all of our various influences into a cohesive and energetic experience.  Music only comes through us and when people enjoy what we do it feeds our energy and allows us to give even more back to our fans. To us, the fans are everything.If you dont touch a soul, you didnt do your job.

S.N.M.
Genre: 80's Metal

S.N.M.Northeast ohio's premier tribute to 80's metal! We play the harder edged hits from the 80's and also alot of obscure stuff that only true fans will know! So if you are a die hard metal head come check us out! We will be back out! The party is just getting started!

Solder
Genre: Rock / Alternative

SolderWe are an Original Rock band from Ohio established for 8+ years. (Band consists of former members of Splinter, Kaos Inc. & Ten Days Straight etc...) We consider ourselves as an Ohio band, with all of Ohio being our playground! :-)

We have jammed All over Ohio including Cleveland, Columbus, Toledo... Sharon, PA, and Nashville, TN. and most of the east coast...

We have played in a Star Search event in Sharon Pa, Recorded 3 episodes on Record Row Review T.V show in Nashville for Emerald Records, played at the Country Music Hall of Fame Lounge in Nashville Tn, at the Phantasy & Peabody's in Cleveland, Oh, the Dolphin Lounge in Gahanna, Oh (Columbus), and all over Youngstown, including Cedars, Hammer Jacks, the Golf Dome in Girard, and the Dash In to name a few.

Swamp Boogie Band
Genre: Blue / Classic Rock / R&B

Swamp Boogie Band

The Swamp Boogie Band features diverse musical styles including blues, R&B and classic rock. Drawing upon artists such as Janis Joplin, Aretha Franklin, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Debbie Davies, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Etta James, Al Green, Delbert McClinton and many more, their dynamic 2, 3 and 4-part harmonies and vibrant energy will delight you.


Templeton's Zeal
Genre: Alternative / Powerpop / Psychedelic

Templeton's ZealTempleton's Zeal is a blues and jazz influenced modern rock trio from Akron, OH. Their music has been described as, "different, and original," with influences such as Jimi Hendrix, the Beatles, Led Zeppelin and the Red Hot Chili Peppers apparent in the band's sound and style.

The Broadview Gutters
Genre: Reggae / Punk / Rock

The Broadview Gutters
The Broadview Gutters are an aggressive reggae band from Cleveland, OH that blends styles of Dub, Dancehall, Rocksteady, Ska, Punk, and High-Octane Rock N' Roll. Their unique sonic blend and a must-see energetic live show has seated them countless shows in the past 4+ years and a common drive to tour the world.

The Hardluck Band

Genre: Rock / Pop / Southern Rock

The Hardluck BandThe Hardluck Band will show you why they are called ..."The Best Damn Party Band In The Land" 

The Huckin Fillbillys
Genre: Rock / Pop / Classic Rock

The Huckin Fillbillys
The absolute best in classic and current dance/rock, party music from the 70's, 80's, 90's, and the hits of today!

The Inflatable 4
Genre: Rock / Powerpop / Classic Rock

The Inflatable 4THE INFLATABLE 4 is a rock and roll outfit created for the sole purpose of having a great time. The four members of this band are known as "veterans" of the Cleveland music scene going all the way back to the early 80's. The guys formed together because they wanted to play the songs they wanted to play without following a leader in a band who told them what to play and how to play it. They each have a great ability to control themselves when it comes to performing. In a way, THE INFLATABLE 4 is somewhat of a super hero. In an age where bands playing the cover band circuit use sampling or background recordings/sequences as a band aid to improve their sound,

The Ohio Sky

Genre: Rock / Alternative / Powerpop

The Ohio SkyDriving-anthem hooks, and memorable lyrics served over a light sprinkling of melt your face off rock.

The Raisin' Cain Band
Genre: Contemporary / Dance

The Raisin Cain Band
Raisin' Cain is a 7 piece, high energy contemporary band specializing in great music to dance to. the band includes 2 horn players and a female vocalist.

The Rick Ray Band

Genre: Progressive / Psychedelic / Rock

The Rick Ray BandThe Rick Ray Band is a talent above and beyond its own scope and has opened up for many National Acts.  The best way to appreciate The Rick Ray Band is to see them live!

The Shagadelics
Genre: Funk / Disco House / Rock

The ShagadelicsThis band puts the Shag in Shagadelic!  There groovy, entertaining and put on a great show.

The Strange Familiar

Genre: Rock / Alternative / Pop

The Strange FamiliarThe Strange Familiar is the brainchild of two young musicians who've been performing / writing together since they were 15 years old. Recently having taken a hiatus from their 10-year project (Jaded Era), Kira & Jeff are fired up and ready to rock more than ever. Their songs are both heartfelt and sonically delicious, but with the balls of rock and roll.

The Suede Brothers

Genre: Rock

Suede BrothersHere in Cleveland, we also have this band that perfectly embodies the sentiments of Rust-Belt Rock, The Suede Brothers.

The Twilight
Genre: Rock

The TwilightThe Twilight is an indie pop-rock band from Cleveland, Ohio that creates a straight forward, multi-faceted sound influenced primarily by classic American and British rock music. The band's sound is uniquely diverse with an array of comparisons to the likes of Donovan, Badfinger, The Raspberries, and Blur. On stage, the band evokes an image of rock's glorious past while forging an exciting new path of their own. Throw into the mix a little 1970's glitter, a dose of New Wave, add some indie-rock sensibility - all packed into three to four minute pop gems - and you'll get the idea of what The Twilight is all about.

The Vacancies
Genre: Rock / Punk

The Vacancies
If you like like The Clash, The Ramones, The Stooges and The New York Dolls, then you're going to love The Vacancies.

Third Union

Genre: Metal /