The music, art, and business of Rock and Roll is defined by its ephemeral nature of latest trends, fashion, and sounds. One approach is to ride the current wave and attempt to capture lightning in a bottle. Another comes from the passion of creating music with these influences through perseverance, tenacity, and commitment to your craft.

Magic Alex have displayed their dedication and endurance by releasing and performing music every decade since the 90’s, releasing three EP’s on cassette and one on CD in their early career, and a full-length album Trip the Cat in 2016. The power trio line up of Bob Beck, guitars/vocals, Rick LeBlanc, drums, and newest member Shane Beck, bass (and Bob’s son), released their next album It’s All Fine in 2021, expanding on their 70’s classic rock sound. After the release of two singles in 2023, which both charted on the World Indie Music Charts Top 100, Magic Alex welcomed Kristin LeFever, piano/vocals (and Bob’s daughter) and Meriki Mazur, vocals (and Bob’s granddaughter) adding a unique family dynamic to the band. 

This new musical direction can be heard on their latest album, Light of a Million Suns, which will be released on vinyl and CD in January of 2026.

NITE KLUB: Cleveland’s Premier All-Star SKA, Rocksteady, and Reggae Band.

David Loy and the Ramrods: David Loy has been performing high energy Rockabilly, Rock and Roll, and Americana music in Northeastern Ohio, for forty years. David has performed live on Mtv, as well as local radio and television, and has opened for numerous national acts, including: The Romantics, Blackfoot, Jason and The Scorchers, Wanda Jackson, Bill Kirchen, and Big Sandy.

David is joined by Steve Bennet (The Chants, King Dapper) on bass, and JD Hades (Stab-o-matic, Violent Suburban Marriage) on drums.

7:15PM: Mark Jarison sings folk music and plays guitar and harmonica in the style of Bob Dylan and Neil Young. He also performs his own original songs. Mark is originally from Philadelphia, PA. He started playing the ukulele at age nine and got his first guitar three years later. As a teenager, Mark could be found playing in local coffeehouses in the area. He was also a regular performer on a children’s TV show, “The World Around Us.” As a young adult, Mark performed “down the shore” in Wildwood, NJ bars for several years before relocating to Cleveland, OH. He played in local nightclubs there for several years and once played a “Coffee Break Concert” on WMMS radio. Recently, Mark bought a seasonal house in Port Charlotte, FL and started playing music again at several open mics in the area. He has also performed concerts at the Venice Centennial Park Gazebo and at Troll Music in Venice, Florida. Mark is now playing again in the Akron/Cleveland area. He played recently at Das Weinhaus in Litchfield, OH and is scheduled to play at the Frostville Farmers Market this summer. Please come out and support local music.

With a unique blend of big band classics and dazzling original arrangements, the 17-piece Danjo Jazz Orchestra has entertained audiences across Northeast Ohio for over 10 years. Originally founded by bassist Dan Angotti in May of 2010, the band is now directed by Cleveland native trombonist, composer, and arranger Andrew Wegierski. Under Andrew’s leadership, the Danjo Jazz Orchestra has held a monthly residency at Jilly’s Music Room, one of the top live music venues in Akron, since August 2019*. The band also frequently performs in downtown Kent, namely at the Venice Cafe, Water Street Tavern, and at the Home Heritage Concert Series.

On May 7th, 2020, the Danjo Jazz Orchestra soared to new heights with the release of a brand new EP, entitled Danjo. The recording showcases the band’s versatility of big band styles, including selections from the Buddy Rich Big Band, Maynard Ferguson, and Count Basie Orchestra. The unique compositional voice of bandleader Andrew Wegierski is also featured in the laid-back latin chart, “Spoon Bag.” Danjo is available on all major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and more.

Today, the band continues to forge onward as a distinct musical voice in the local jazz scene. With an ever-expanding musical library, the Danjo Jazz Orchestra’s mission is to push the boundaries of the modern big band, while also maintaining the legacy of the greatest bands that truly established the big band tradition.