Live Bands in the Cleveland Ohio

Congratulations...you have found, listed here, many of the best live bands in the Cleveland / Akron Area. To go and personally see these bands...most of which are local, only reaffirm's the wonderful talent we have here in Northeast Ohio. For some, this may be hard to believe, but most of these bands are not out there playing for the money...they are playing for the love of music and playing for the fans that come out to see them. Lets keep live bands in the Cleveland / Akron area performing here. If your not out there supporting these local bands and musicians, please make it point to start now! If you are already out there seeing these bands and musicians perform...Let me just say Thank You!

Live Bands | #-A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

Tayna Elise Kos

Genre: Indy | Rock I was born February 15 in Lorain, Ohio, a small suburb of Cleveland. As a child, I took root to many different styles of music. In my early years, I enjoyed listening to my parents' records -- artists such as Elvis Presley, Patsy Cline, Pat Benatar, Joan Jett, Bee Gees, Jim Croce, 60's doo-wop and classical as well. Having developed a strong admiration for music, I wanted nothing more than to pursue the art of singing and songwriting. In my early teen years, I began playing guitar and writing my own songs that reflected myself and the world around me. Over the years, I have accomplished what I set out to do, which was to become a singer, songwriter and entertainer. My songs speak of life's ups and downs, happiness and heartaches and experiences in general. Today, I continue to perform and share my gift of writing with others.

Teaser

Genre: Classic Rock Full sound and light show, Classic Rock spanning the 60's to present. Teaser has been rocking Northeast Ohio for 34 years..the current line up consists of founder Tony Lupica, Guitar and Vocals..Mark Chalmers, Drums and Vocals..Ron Abrahamsen, Keyboards and Vocals..Don Luich, Lead Vocals..Danny Sidoti, Lead Guitar and Frankie G bass Guitar and Vocals.

That Dam Band

Genre: Rock That dam band is Mark vonDam and Dan vonDam. The vonDam’s were born to rock! It is the only thing that can be said about such a great duo. Our instrumental ingénues are sure to delight and amaze men women and children in equal amounts. (Caution, their sonic assault has been known to produce fits of sexual satisfaction in listeners (especially post teenage women).

That 80's Band

Genre: 80's Party Rock That 80's Band captures moments from that decade at a glance in a live musical time capsule. Having multiple singers female and male makes sending you back in time part of the bands magic. Eurythmics to Wang Chung and Tears for Fears to Berlin. They combine the look, the sound and the feel of the 80's. It's the ultimate 80's party so bring your big hair and leg warmers and celebrate the "Decade of Decadence" with That 80's Band.

The Acoustix

Genre: Acoustic | Vocal The Acoustix present 5 decades of hits with great vocals and refreshing arrangements. Their reptitore has been described as fearless. If you are looking for great music and vocals , but you'd rather hear hit tunes instead of the something off the wall, this is the duo to see. Pop, Rock, Country and if the venue is right, original offerings.

The Belairs

Genre: Oldies You're invited to take a trip back in time to the fabulous 50's & 60's, back to the days of the Twist, the Mashed Potato and the Stroll. To an age when soda jerks were employable, letter jackets and greasy hair were not an option, and cruising the strip to the best music ever created was a right of passage!

The Broadview Gutters

Genre: Reggae | Punk | Rock 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 Critical Element

Genre: Rock The Critical Element is one of the best new bands in the Cleveland and Akron area. Offering an explosive high energy show with outstanding original music and an array of hit cover songs, this band is sure to please any crowd. We have a large fan base in the area and maintain several websites to keep our fans updated on new shows and releases. Performing our “entire” debut album is our present status. We have our own PA system and lights to accommodate clubs that do not have there own and we sound like our album. We don’t believe in over production of our music. What you hear is what you get, good sounding music. The Critical Element is currently #1 on the rock charts locally in Medina Ohio and #6 Locally in Akron Ohio. We will continue to put out new music and have a recording studio at our disposal.

The Crooked River Band

Genre: Classic Rock Cleveland's Crooked River Band Delivers Some Of The Best Music From The Sixties To The Present To Your Event! Tired Of Hearing The Same Old Stuff?We Have Variety With Our Own Renditions Of Songs.Make Your Party Or Event AMemorable Time With Good Music And fun For All

The Division Bell

Genre: pink floyd tribute Based on the 94 tour, The Division Bell plays the music of one of the greatest bands 30 years. Located in NE Ohio, The Division Bell puts on one hell of a 2 1/2 hr floyd show.

The Donegal Doggs

Genre: Traditional Irish | Celtic “The Donegal Doggs” are Cleveland Ohio’s newest Irish / Celtic band. Formed in early 2011, “The Donegal Doggs” promise to be one of the areas freshest and most exciting new Irish groups. With a collective 65 years of professional experience, band members Vincent Polowy (“Porter & Stout” & “The Plunder Doggs”), Paul Kirk (“Ceud Mìle Fàilte” & “Mary’s Lane”) and Jenny O’Boyle Walker (“The Plunder Do...ggs”) have come together to bring new energy and new fire to Celtic music.

The Fads

Genre: 60's oldies The Fads are a fun, family oriented mid-sixties tribute show group. The show bring the essence of the mid 60's to life- The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Monkees, The Dave Clark 5, Johnny Rivers, Paul Revere and the Raiders, The Kinks and many others. The Fads are audience Interactive and family oriented. Fun for ALL AGES.

The Forties

Genre: Pop | Alternative | Punk The Forties are a Pop-Alternative band, with a High-Energy style of music that encompasses upbeat guitar riffs and catchy lyrics. Quick and sudden exposure throughout Ohio has allowed the Forties, who average only 21 years of age, to develop a young devoted following, while also creating a lot of buzz for their original style within the Columbus, Cincinnati, and Akron/Kent music scenes. The Forties consider themselves one of the hardest working bands in the music industry, and continuously work hard to improve themselves as a band, and consistently look for new ways to enhance upon their music, style, and performace.

The Heights Band

Genre: Rock | Heavy Blues | Indie The Heights Band, comprised of lead guitar and vocalist Dustin Dockery, guitar and vocalist Ryan Dockery, bassist Kyle Finley and drummer Richie Levers, was formed in the Summer of 2008. Since then THB has been playing all over Akron and Kent, putting on an entertaining and passionate show that appeals to both young and old. Influenced by bands from Led Zeppelin and Grand Funk Railroad to Brand New and the Black Keys, THB has a sound all their own.

The Nazz

Genre: Classic Rock The Cleveland/Akron area trio shares a passion for playing Classic Rock N' Roll Music that will take you back in history to the exciting days of mind numbing music explorations. Raw power and dynamic song writing were the tools of the trade. The guys have been in many bands over the last 20 years and have a combined music history over 80 years! So if your into tunes from SRV to Hendrix...Trower to Cream...We teamed up to form this Powerhouse Trio to bring it all back to ya... The Very Best In Classic Power Rock!..It's what we Love to do!

The Ohio Sky

Genre: Rock | Alternative | Powerpop Driving-anthem hooks, and memorable lyrics served over a light sprinkling of melt your face off rock.

The Poser's

Genre: 80's rock The group performs in full 80’s attire, and sometimes even sport “big hair” wigs, to recreate the look of the popular 80’s bands. The song selection pays great attention to the 80’s “mega hits” as well as the “one hit wonders” focusing on up tempo, danceable pop/top40 material.

The Raisin' Cain Band

> Genre: Contemporary | Dance 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 Rockin Ravers

Genre: Rock & Roll "Classic Hits" from '56 thru '08 The Rockin' Ravers enjoy playing good Rock tunes from any era. We work hard at giving classic songs the effort they deserve. Then we have a great time playing them live. It's always a party!

The Soul Men

Genre: Blues Brother Tribute Party and event planning can get a bit overwhelming. Looking to hire a great Blues Brothers Tribute Act for your next special event or festival? This is it! Have a look at this fun, exciting, family friendly act! From their knuckle tattoos, to their signature hat & sunglasses The Soul Men impersonate Jake & Elwood to perfection. The Soul Men’s performance is a fast paced, high energy, audience participating routine that includes all of your favorite Blues Brother’s songs that gets the audience moving and dancing.

The Stone Pony

Genre: Classic Rock | Rock What else can be said about the Stone Pony Band that hasn't already been said time and time again in the 5 short years this group of talented musicians has been together? Hailing from the northeast Ohio area, this group of 9 veteran musicians has been honoring the music of New Jersey's own Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes. From New York to Chicago and all points in-between the Stone Pony Band has been turning heads, satisfying the hardcore Boss / SSJ fans and consistently winning over new fans to the awesome music of Springsteen & Southside.

The Suede Brothers

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

This Awkward Silence

Genre: Rock | Alternative | Ambient The Cleveland, OH USA band This Awkward Silence is now currently working in the studio on their first full-length June 2007 release, Secrets of Dreaming for Answers (self-released).

Thunderstruck

Genre: AC/DC Trubite Thunderstruck was formed in spring of 2005. Getting the right musician’s was key. This band consists of five members, three member’s from other AC/DC tribute bands and two members seeking to start one. They formed “THUNDERSTRUCK”. From Ohio Thunderstruck is very accurate in reproducing the sight’s and sound’s of one of the greatest rock bands AC/DC.

Timber Wolves

Genre: Acoustic | Folk | Blues Timber Wolves are a folk/blues trio from Cleveland Ohio. Solid musicianship and tight harmonies are featured in their Americana-inspired sets. Mike, Larry and Joe have been involved in the local music scene for years. Their experience in the acoustic genre guarantees a show with a diverse and rich

Time

Genre: NEW Classic Rock Time's songs have lyrics that tell intertwining emotional stories that are sometimes complex, with very memorable and comfortable hooks, and it can sometimes bend a bit to the dramatic side. The band moves seamlessly through multiple genres with cutting edge stage presence. We were all brought up in a musical families. It was only natural that we would fall in love with music and the rush of performing in front of a live audience. Many influences can be heard in TIME's music from Glam Rock, Punk, Classic Rock, Classical, Funk, and a bit of Jazz. Our strongest influences include; David Bowie, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, T-Rex, The Sex Pistols, Carole King, and The Stones. The four original members; Tom Coffin, Chris Phillips, Mike Hazey, and Joe Rieg have played together since the age of 16. Rod Mapes was added to the band during the recording of the CD and is now an intra-cal part of TIME. Additional Bass duties were handled by Gil Singer who joins TIME for live gigs. Musically TIME has a sense of Classic Rock feel with power ballads and straight ahead rock songs. They also provide some interesting takes on "House" and "Funk" in their debut CD.

Time Machine

Genre: Classic Rock & 50's/60's Time Machine have been playing the area's finest Classic Rock for 10 years.They feature 4 differant vocalists & harmoniess on almost every song.Classic Rock played authenticly & creatively.

Time Trax

Genre: Pop | Rock | Lounge Time Trax is one of the busiest and hardest working bands from Northeast Ohio. Time Trax tours the midwest performing a wide variety of dance music at casinos, night clubs, resorts, hotels, festivals, and special events. In addition, Time Trax has performed for Carnival Cruise Lines and Sammy Hagar's Cabo Wabo.

Tony Fortunato

Genre: Swing | Blues | Rock | Jazz | Variety Tony Fortunato is the Ultimate Variety Swing Band. The perfect blend of Swing, Jazz, Blues and Rock music. Our music is fun, energetic and danceable. Our show is captivating and is sure to leave you with joyous memories. Music from Elvis, Neil Diamond, Tom Jones, Count Basie, The Rat Pack, Earth Wind & Fire, Quincy Jones, BB King, James Taylor, Chicago, Jackie Wilson, Gary Moore, Buddy Rich, Joe Cocker, Bobby Darin, Bobby Rydell, Freddie Green, Herb Alpert, Stevie Wonder, The Rippingtons and many more.

Top Dog

Genre: Party Rock Top Dog is a Northeast Ohio dance party rock and pop band. Top Dog plays a variety of tunes cover the mainstream music gammet. From the 50’s to today they play songs they like – They play songs you like. If you like it light or heavy, fast or slow, there’s nothing like a TOP DOG show.

Torrn

Genre: Classic to Hard Rock | Metal | Acoustic Torrn has been together for over a decade. Our mentality is just to have fun and make sure our fans have the best time possible. We cover all sorts of rock music including bands like Candlebox, Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots, Metallica, Nickelback and Theory of a Deadman. Basically, we play songs that remind you of the good 'ol times as well as what you rock out to now in your car and at home! It is our pleasure to play in front of fans that are dancing and having a good time. We love when people jump up on stage and sing with us. We encourage fans to be a part of the band.

Townhouse

Genre: Rock Townhouse Suite is an action-packed, non-stop original rock band from Cleveland. Taking a foundation in legendary 90’s rock bands Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Stone Temple Pilots, then adding a diverse smattering of contemporary alternative-rock (i.e. Muse, Seether, Rise Against, etc.), Townhouse Suite has produced a sound that has been hard to label, but easy to embrace.

Tripp

Genre: Rock TRIPP'S sound is an enjoyable, catchy,energy raising mix between Rock, Punk and Metal. Yes it may be a unique mix, but it melts together smoothly. With a high energy sound and lyrics that make your feel this group is one to be seen and heard! This Tripp is one you do not want to miss!

Tuesdaze Crush

Genre: 80's Power Rock NO GIMMIKS, NO COSTUMES AND NO SAMPLING. TUESDAZE CRUSH IS A 100%, PURE ROCK-N-ROLL BAND. WE TAKE THE KILLER HITS OF THE 80'S AND SOME OF TODAYS POWER POP SONGS AND TURN THEM UP TO ELEVEN. IF YOU LIKE TO DANCE, WE WILL DANCE. IF YOU WAN'T TO BANG THY HEAD THEN SO BE IT, HEADS WILL BANG. WE PLAY OUR OWN INSTRUMENTS (AND OTHER PEOPLES), WE SING OUR OWN BACK-UPS AND WE DRIVE OUR OWN CARS!!! SO IF YOUR TIRED OF THE SAME OLE SONG AND DANCE, THEN COME ON OUT, LET YOUR HAIR DOWN AND SHAKE IT UP WITH 4 KIDS FROM BANGCOCK, OHIO!!!

Turn & Cough

Genre: Rock | Soul | Black Metal We are Cleveland's Premier Cover Band. We play mostly modern rock in the style of WMMS 100.7, 92.3 Extreme Radio, but we do mix in some older tunes, dance songs etc.

Live Bands | #-A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z