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Raise your voice in songs of Broadway of yesterday and today! All levels welcome … whether you sing in the shower or the car, or if you’ve always
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Raise your voice in songs of Broadway of yesterday and today! All levels welcome … whether you sing in the shower or the car, or if you’ve always wanted to belt one out onstage, here’s your opportunity! This free monthly event is your chance to shine!
First Wednesday of every month. 7-9PM. All seating FCFS.
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
thu04jun7:00 pmNEO JAZZ ORCHESTRATHURSDAY | NO COVEREvent Type 2:live music
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(Thursday) 7:00 pm
sat06jun8:00 pmWORKING CLASSSATURDAY | $5-$10Event Type 2:live music
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TICKETS Working Class keeps the groove going
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Working Class keeps the groove going from start to finish with 70s & 80s favorites and a heavy dose of Steely Dan classics. Featuring the father / son combo of Tom & Jon Work, and former members of Akrons own “Get on Up”.
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(Saturday) 8:00 pm
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RESERVE A SEAT Join us for Sunday brunch with
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Join us for Sunday brunch with Colin John!
“This is what Jimi Hendrix might have sounded like had he abandoned the rat race, moved to Hawaii, taken up surfing and let the sun and waves bestow their laid-back highs.” -Michael Molenda, Guitar Player Magazine
Brunch service 11A-3P from our regular brunch menu. Music at Noon. To reserve a table, please use the button below to email your name, the size of your party and arrival time to us at info@jillysmusicroom.com.
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(Sunday) 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
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7:15PM: Jordan Hayger is a local singer-songwriter performing both popular songs and original music. Jordan is also rhythm guitarist and backup singer for local bluegrass group ‘A
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7:15PM: Jordan Hayger is a local singer-songwriter performing both popular songs and original music. Jordan is also rhythm guitarist and backup singer for local bluegrass group ‘A Band Down By The River’, and drummer for local rock band ‘Night Drive’.
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm
sat13jun7:00 pm15 60 75 The Numbers BandSaturday | $5 - $10Event Type 2:live music
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TICKETS 15 60 75 The
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15 60 75 The Numbers has been praised by almost every national music publication and several international publications since the beginning of their 50 years of live performances and recordings. Many fans are under the impression that the band remains obscure by choice. In fact, they have never been offered a contract from any recording company in the industry, ever.
The music “cannot be categorized”, “cannot be defined”, “is too original”. The music industry is not about music anymore. It is about selling products the public can relate to. After all, it is a business. Even “alternative” music has become a label. The founder of the band, Robert Kidney, explains, “The music industry, the media, and the tellsusourvision (TV) are defining for the American public what is good music by only playing and supporting what is profitable. We are taught to disregard everything that is not familiar. We (The Numbers Band) give the people our best. Our effort goes into being creative, unique and original. We define our own sound. There are no rules because we don’t play the game. We are not in it for the game, we’re in it for the music.”
So, the band continues to create and evolve outside of the “Rock & Roll” establishment. The majority of the recordings were financed by friends who loved the music enough to put up their own money. Hundreds of photographs taken of the band in different stages of it’s existence by different amazing people tell a story of intense performances, long nights, and the passing of time. Band members have come and gone, and returned again. Robert sees music as much more than an emotional release or a performance. It is a job, a job for which he demands respect and payment for services.
Robert Kidney picked up a guitar and began teaching himself to play when he 16. He bought a 45 record called Guitar Boogie Shuffle and his cousin, Larren Hesson, taught Robert the licks. He also taught him to play one of his favorite songs, Riders On The Storm. At 17, Robert played solo in coffee houses and also opened for several acts at La Cave in Cleveland such as Linda Rhonstadt and the Stone Ponys and Janis Ian. He never found the time to learn to read music. After a short stint in the service in Chicago, he moved back to northeast Ohio in the spring of 1969. A friend, Gary Hawk, had formed a band called Pig Iron in Wadsworth, Ohio. Robert opened for them at the Akron Art Museum and several band members asked him to come to a rehersal sometime. When Robert did show up, Gary had left the group, and the remaining members wanted him to be their front man. Robert changed the name of the band to 15 60 75.
The title of the band has always aroused curiosity from fans. The fans called them The Numbers because it was easier than trying to get the figures right. Numbers had not been used in a name before, and the political climate in 1970 was quite Orwell-ian. Robert choose a sequence of numbers mentioned in a book written by Paul Oliver called The Blues Fell This Morning. In the chapter “The Jinx Is On Me”, Oliver describes the Numbers Racket popular in Harlem in the 1950s and how dreams were analyzed as number sequences and used for placing bets. The band’s music theory specialist, Terry Hynde, also discovered that 15 divided 15 is 1, 60 divided by 15 is 4, and 75 divided by 15 is 5. In a musician’s world, “1, 4, 5,” is referred to as the “universal progression”.
The band resides in northeast Ohio. They have several recordings under their belt and more music than they can afford to release. Robert has recorded and toured with Anton Fier and his Golden Palominos. Robert and his brother, Jack, have toured Holland twice. The brothers also traveled to London, England in 1998 to perform in the Disastodrome! production by David Thomas. The entire band went to London to perform at the Royal Festival Hall in 2000. For more information on the production, and The Kidney Brothers, go to The Brothers And The Blues Abstract. This band has an incredibly interesting history. Continue with reading Modern Is Just Old Hat Chromed. A History., or better yet, go to The Schedule and check them out live.
“We are not interested in making hits, we are interested in making history.”
Robert Kidney, Creem magazine.
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(Saturday) 7:00 pm
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Performers include Tyler Hawes and a different featured artist every month. The featured artist builds a set on a theme of their choice, then writes
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Performers include Tyler Hawes and a different featured artist every month.
The featured artist builds a set on a theme of their choice, then writes a brand new original song inspired by that theme. I also write an original song inspired by the artists theme, but then build a different set with a different mystery theme that also fits my new original song. The audience must guess my mystery set theme, and whoever guesses correctly first gets to choose a word or phrase that I must include in my original song at the next show.
No cover. All seats FCFS.
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(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
july 16, 2026 7:00 pmaugust 20, 2026 7:00 pmseptember 17, 2026 7:00 pmoctober 15, 2026 7:00 pmnovember 19, 2026 7:00 pmdecember 17, 2026 7:00 pm
fri19jun7:00 pmSwizzle Stick BandFRIDAY | NO COVEREvent Type 2:live music
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RESERVE SEATS Wear Your Dancin’ Shoes!
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Wear Your Dancin’ Shoes!
Hailing from Akron, Ohio, Swizzle Stick Band is a big band with a big sound! Playing Motown, Funk, Soul and Rock N Roll favorites from the 60’s through today, you’ll want to tap your feet and move to the groove when you hear them play!
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(Friday) 7:00 pm
wed24jun7:00 pmTHE SWONGOS wsg JUPITER2WEDNESDAY | NO COVEREvent Type 2:live music,touring act
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NO COVER / ALL SEATS FCFS The Swongos are
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The Swongos are a three-piece instrumental Surf Band from the St. Croix River Valley on the Minnesota/Wisconsin border. Their music goes from soft, sweet, and dreamy to wacky, wild, and psychedelic. In addition to Surf Music, they have many styles of music, such as Spy, Exotica, and Psychedelic Rock sprinkled in their sound. The Swongos are influenced by traditional surf music like Dick Dale and the Ventures but also groups such as the Pixies, Frank Zappa, and Los Cubanos Postizos.
The Swongos have played shows with Messer Chups, The Surfaris, Eddie Angel (Los Straightjackets), Deke Dickerson, Surfer Joe, Tony Andreason (The Trashmen), The Phantom Surfers, Los Yesterdays, The Volcanos, Intoxicats, Surf Zombies, 13 Tikis, Trailer Trash, Black Widows, Turn Turn Turn, Wiped Out, Gully Boys, and many more.
Jupiter2 Intergalactic Surf & Turf
Jupiter 2 is a three-piece instrumental caper, fusing the echo-soaked swagger of surf rock with the hypnotic pulse of deep-space grooves. Emerging from Akron, Ohio’s underground scene, the band features drummer Mark Smith (Dutch Babies, Nite Klub, X_x), guitarist James Millar (Missile Toe, Peep), and bassist Linda Millar (The Crones, Peep)—all veterans of genre-bending projects like Zen Luv Assassins and the F-Models tribute band, S’Not Right.
Their sound is a cinematic collision of vintage sci-fi soundscapes, relentless rhythms, and otherworldly energy—equal parts beach party and alien abduction. Whether you’re catching a wave on some distant ocean planet or navigating Akron’s Route 8 at warp speed, Jupiter 2’s Intergalactic Surf & Turf is the ultimate soundtrack for your next cosmic adventure.
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm
thu25jun7:00 pmRECOYLETHURSDAY | FREEEvent Type 2:live music
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ALL SEATS FCFS ReCoyle is composed of
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ReCoyle is composed of five local musicians.
Peggy Coyle has been singing in the Akron area for many years, most notably 20 years with Phil Palumbo. Tom Work has just retired from 1964 The Tribute, after spending 40 years playing the role of George Harrison. Larry Davis has been in the area working, for the last 12 years he performed at Szalays on Sundays with Tucker,Davis and Block. Greg Gibson has been in the area all his life playing in many local bands, currently with the Gene Fiocca Group and the Akron Big Band. Frank Margida has spent his entire life in the Akron area performing with local groups, including the Danjo Jazz Orchestra and the Gene Fiocca band. Also, all 5 of these musicians perform with the NEO Jazz Orchestra.
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(Thursday) 7:00 pm
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TICKETS Strange Souls: The
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Strange Souls: The Doors Reimagined is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the music and performance style of Jim Morrison and The Doors. Formed in 2021, the band combines meticulous musicianship with a theatrical flair that captures the essence of The Doors’ legendary live shows.
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(Friday) 8:00 pm
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DOORS AT NOON> Hudson/Trillium School of Music students The Rockin Rabbits like to ROCK! They are 13, 12 and 10- years old and can really jam. They’ve played
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DOORS AT NOON> Hudson/Trillium School of Music students The Rockin Rabbits like to ROCK! They are 13, 12 and 10- years old and can really jam. They’ve played locally at Jilly’s, PorchRokr, Copley Township Summer Music Series, Richfield Waterfront Music Fest and The Jenks. All seats FCFS. Serving from our REGULAR MENU.
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(Saturday) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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CRAIG BELL: From pre-punk anthems to streetwise social commentary to timeless pop, Craig’s career as a musician/singer/songwriter now spans five decades and a long list of bands. From Cleveland, Ohio, to New Haven, Connecticut, and presently Indianapolis, Indiana, Craig continues to perform and record.
Craig’s catalog of recordings is impressive: albums by Mirrors and Rocket From the Tombs; two singles with Saucers, (1979-1980); songs by Saucers and the Plan on the compilation LP It Happened But Nobody Noticed (1982, reissued on CD 2008); a single by The Plan (1983); the Bell System’s “America Now” (on the radio-station-only SCREAM promo LP in 1985); What We Did, a 2002 CD of Saucers studio recordings released by Grand Theft Audio of Los Angeles; a CD EP Second Saucer (2009), a reunion of members of Saucers; as well as a CD (America Now), CD EP (Beehunter), and two singles by the Down-fi (2008-2014).
There was still more unreleased material in the archives, some of which saw the light of day on aka Darwin Layne, released by ever/never Records in 2016. And in 2018, Rerun Records released a vinyl collection of Saucers recordings, Third Saucer From The Sun.
In 2020 Craig released his first solo album, The Room In My Head.
Craig Bell & The Dead Man’s Handle is currently taking some of these songs on the road along with their new album released in 2024, From A Distance
Don’t miss this rare chance to see and hear a living legend.
Akron’s Bizarros had substantial impact on the early indie scene, through their hard-edged records and singer Nick Nicholis’s Clone label, which released records by The Waitresses, Human Switchboard and others. In a classic case of bridesmaidery, the Bizarros – who reformed in the 21st century – were more influential than popular. Playing serious, intense, sometimes hypnotic rock with poetically inclined verbiage and pre-Gang of Four jabbing guitars, Bizarros music was strong and affecting. Their half of From Akron (a 1977 album they shared with Rubber City Rebels) is pretty raw and hard to enjoy.
But by the time of their 1979 self-titled album (released by a major label, self-produced with an engineer, wrapped in strictly amateur artwork) the band had developed considerable polish, which they used to good advantage without compromising their strength. Five subsequent releases followed, the last in 1981, and The Bizarros took a 23-year hiatus, reemerging in 2003 with You Can’t Fight Your Way Up Town From Here.
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(Saturday) 8:00 pm
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Recital of musicians of all ages who are learning their craft from Guitar Center’s professional staff.
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Recital of musicians of all ages who are learning their craft from Guitar Center’s professional staff. Everything from solos to bands. The public is welcome. All seating is FCFS – we are not taking reservations.
Please note: we will not be serving brunch today. We will have a special limited menu available during the event.
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(Sunday) 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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sat11jul8:00 pmWEASAL FACE | TBAFRIDAY | $5-$12Event Type 2:live music,tribute
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TICKETS Weasal Face is an Akron, Ohio-based Ramones tribute band delivering
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Weasal Face is an Akron, Ohio-based Ramones tribute band delivering the music of the Ramones with the same look, speed, aggression, and intensity as the original band. Playing shows across Ohio since 2023, Weasal Face brings an authentic, high-energy punk rock experience that keeps the spirit of the Ramones alive. Hey Ho, Let’s Go!
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(Saturday) 8:00 pm
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8:15PM: Guitarist Paul McCart began playing at age nine, and performing at age thirteen. Five years later he began conservatory training at the University of Akron. His instructors
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8:15PM: Guitarist Paul McCart began playing at age nine, and performing at age thirteen. Five years later he began conservatory training at the University of Akron. His instructors have included David Russell and Jeff Beck.
Mr. McCart holds Bachelor and Master of Guitar Performance Degrees from the University of Akron. He has established himself as a teacher and performer in northeast Ohio and has performed all over the USA.
Paul was a two-time winner of the Tuesday Musical Classical Guitar Competition, and placed second in the 1985 M.T.N.A. Classical Guitar Competition. He was also a prizewinner in the 1989 G.F.A. competition.
Through his occupation as a stagehand Paul has had encounters with the giants of the guitar which has steered his playing in a unique direction.
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm
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Performers include Tyler Hawes and a different featured artist every month. The featured artist builds a set on a theme of their choice, then writes
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Performers include Tyler Hawes and a different featured artist every month.
The featured artist builds a set on a theme of their choice, then writes a brand new original song inspired by that theme. I also write an original song inspired by the artists theme, but then build a different set with a different mystery theme that also fits my new original song. The audience must guess my mystery set theme, and whoever guesses correctly first gets to choose a word or phrase that I must include in my original song at the next show.
No cover. All seats FCFS.
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(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
august 20, 2026 7:00 pmseptember 17, 2026 7:00 pmoctober 15, 2026 7:00 pmnovember 19, 2026 7:00 pmdecember 17, 2026 7:00 pm
fri17jul8:00 pmTHE BROWN BROTHERS | THE MODERNESFRIDAY | $5-$10Event Type 2:live music
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TICKETS NEO’s good time Country Folkgrass and Roll band! Come
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NEO’s good time Country Folkgrass and Roll band! Come have fun and sing along with The Brown Brothers!
The Modernes are a three-piece Americana band out of Akron, OH. Blending alt-country song writing sensibilities with indie aesthetics and guitar virtuosity. The sound is intoxicating and vibrant. It’s like bourbon in a speak easy or a high wire act you can’t look away from.
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(Friday) 8:00 pm
sat18jul7:00 pmNIGHTWORKSATURDAY | NO COVER!Event Type 2:live music
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RESERVE A SEAT Comprised of some of the
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Comprised of some of the finest musicians in the region including Bill Skinner, Chuck Martinez, Doug Barber, Ryan Jacobs, Anna Cole and Becky Plush, NightWork performs songs everyone can dance to and knows and loves: R&B, Motown, Classic Rock, Country and Blues!
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(Saturday) 7:00 pm
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Like an open mic, but more like a gig! Jilly’s is launching OPEN STAGES in 2026 to support and promote the local music scene by providing –
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Like an open mic, but more like a gig! Jilly’s is launching OPEN STAGES in 2026 to support and promote the local music scene by providing – and supporting – a platform for artists to showcase their skills.
WHAT: We’re opening our stage on (most) Wednesday nights to artists and bands who want to hone their craft on stage in front of an audience; work on stage presence and banter, try out new material, have a live practice, make connections. All styles, genres and levels welcome. Unlike an open mic, JILLY’S OPEN STAGES is more like a gig. AND – we’re offering venue support.
VENUE SUPPORT. WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? 1. You don’t have to haul (all of) your gear. Our house backline will be set for you to use (see details below). 2. We provide professional house sound, lighting and a live sound engineer. 3. We provide – in addition to what you’ll be doing – promotional support (website, e-blasts, socials, radio spot mentions) for your appearance. 4. We’re going to pay you (30% of sales during your time slot).
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO? Send us your info & sign-up using THIS FORM. Check the CALENDAR. Choose three date options and a time slot. Complete the form. Upload materials. Hit submit. We’ll lock it in and email you to confirm. Please DO NOT drop in, call, message through socials. Use the form.
CAN WE JUST SHOW UP AND PLAY? No. Performers for OPEN STAGES will be pre-selected using the submitted forms and materials, and scheduled.
MORE DETAILS: There are three 45-minute time slots each night. Yes – you can choose more than one time slot and play longer if you’d like.
WE’RE UNDER 21 – CAN WE STILL PERFORM? Yes – but if you are under 18, you must bring a parent and you may only choose the 7:15PM time slot. Your friends aren’t 21 either. Can they come see you play? If they are younger than 18, they need to bring a parent too.
HOUSE BACKLINE: In addition to all of the house PA & stage gear (mics, stands, cables, DI’s, monitors, speakers, etc), we’ll have our backline set so you don’t have to haul all of your gear. Our backline includes: Tama Imperialstar 5-piece Drum Kit, Fender Rumble 100 1×12 Bass Combo Amp, Fender Blues Jr Guitar Amp, Fender 65R Guitar Amp, and a Blackstar 60TVP Guitar Amp.
QUESTIONS? Email us at booking@jillysmusicroom.com.
MORE ABOUT US: Jilly’s Music Room is a live music venue in downtown Akron, Ohio. We have been in operation since 2013, providing a unique and vibrant space for music lovers of all genres to come together and enjoy live performances. We are passionate about bringing the joy of live music to our community and have always believed in the power of music to inspire and connect people.
Jilly’s features a stage with state-of-the-art house sound system, professional engineers and lighting, a full-service bar, dedicated gluten free kitchen, and a comfortable seating area to create an immersive experience for our guests. We offer a diverse, multi-genre lineup of local, regional, national and international acts, including bands, solo artists, jazz orchestras, theater groups and comedians. We aspire to support and promote the local music scene by providing a platform for artists to showcase their skills and a gathering place for people to socialize, relax, and enjoy themselves. Whether you’re a music enthusiast looking for a night out or an artist looking for a venue to perform, Jilly’s Music Room is the place to be. Please visit our website, https://www.jillysmusicroom.com, for more information.
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
july 29, 2026 7:00 pmaugust 12, 2026 7:00 pmaugust 19, 2026 7:00 pmaugust 26, 2026 7:00 pm
sat25jul8:00 pmXMAS in July! Missile Toe | The CronesSaturday | $5 - $15Event Type 2:live music
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TICKETS MISSILE TOE! The World’s
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MISSILE TOE! The World’s Greatest Christmas Band!
THE CRONES: The brainchild of frontwoman Tracey Thomas (#Akronsound, Unit 5), THE CRONES play energetic and exciting cover songs from your favorite female-fronted New Wave bands of the ’80s. Tracey and her group of talented female musicians are all over the age of 50, and they have been rocking capacity crowds since their debut in July of 2023. Their rapid rise in popularity is easy to understand as the band’s seasoned musicianship shines through entertaining renditions of songs made famous by Blondie, Joan Jet, Kate Bush, Cindi Lauper, The B52’s, and many more. These Girls Still Want To Have Fun and you will too when you catch a live performance by THE CRONES!
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(Saturday) 8:00 pm
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FREE! ATTENTION WEDDING & PARTY PLANNERS!!! THIS ONE’S FOR
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ATTENTION WEDDING & PARTY PLANNERS!!! THIS ONE’S FOR YOU!!
High Energy Live Music to Pack Your Dance Floor!
Watch our talented musicians perform live near you (for free!). Our showcases offer the opportunity to meet your producer, who can answer any questions you may have about booking your band. You can experience our rehearsal and preview a variety of musical styles and band sizes to help you find the perfect fit for your event. Showcases are also a fun evening out–grab a friend or fiancé and come enjoy some live music!
Who We Are
We’re live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters. We’re a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music for festivals, weddings, corporate events, and private functions–at a sensible price. We infuse every event with energy and fun and pride ourselves on filling dance floors.
Our talented and professional musicians have performed regularly with touring and recording artists including Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Miranda Lambert, Ray LaMontagne, Chicago and Tony Bennett, as well as working and touring with numerous Broadway shows. Visit our website for more showcase dates or to tailor the dream band to suit your style and budget. Reach out to get started!
Cover Photo: Madi Ellis Photography
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(Tuesday) 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Like an open mic, but more like a gig! Jilly’s is launching OPEN STAGES in 2026 to support and promote the local music scene by providing –
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Like an open mic, but more like a gig! Jilly’s is launching OPEN STAGES in 2026 to support and promote the local music scene by providing – and supporting – a platform for artists to showcase their skills.
WHAT: We’re opening our stage on (most) Wednesday nights to artists and bands who want to hone their craft on stage in front of an audience; work on stage presence and banter, try out new material, have a live practice, make connections. All styles, genres and levels welcome. Unlike an open mic, JILLY’S OPEN STAGES is more like a gig. AND – we’re offering venue support.
VENUE SUPPORT. WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? 1. You don’t have to haul (all of) your gear. Our house backline will be set for you to use (see details below). 2. We provide professional house sound, lighting and a live sound engineer. 3. We provide – in addition to what you’ll be doing – promotional support (website, e-blasts, socials, radio spot mentions) for your appearance. 4. We’re going to pay you (30% of sales during your time slot).
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO? Send us your info & sign-up using THIS FORM. Check the CALENDAR. Choose three date options and a time slot. Complete the form. Upload materials. Hit submit. We’ll lock it in and email you to confirm. Please DO NOT drop in, call, message through socials. Use the form.
CAN WE JUST SHOW UP AND PLAY? No. Performers for OPEN STAGES will be pre-selected using the submitted forms and materials, and scheduled.
MORE DETAILS: There are three 45-minute time slots each night. Yes – you can choose more than one time slot and play longer if you’d like.
WE’RE UNDER 21 – CAN WE STILL PERFORM? Yes – but if you are under 18, you must bring a parent and you may only choose the 7:15PM time slot. Your friends aren’t 21 either. Can they come see you play? If they are younger than 18, they need to bring a parent too.
HOUSE BACKLINE: In addition to all of the house PA & stage gear (mics, stands, cables, DI’s, monitors, speakers, etc), we’ll have our backline set so you don’t have to haul all of your gear. Our backline includes: Tama Imperialstar 5-piece Drum Kit, Fender Rumble 100 1×12 Bass Combo Amp, Fender Blues Jr Guitar Amp, Fender 65R Guitar Amp, and a Blackstar 60TVP Guitar Amp.
QUESTIONS? Email us at booking@jillysmusicroom.com.
MORE ABOUT US: Jilly’s Music Room is a live music venue in downtown Akron, Ohio. We have been in operation since 2013, providing a unique and vibrant space for music lovers of all genres to come together and enjoy live performances. We are passionate about bringing the joy of live music to our community and have always believed in the power of music to inspire and connect people.
Jilly’s features a stage with state-of-the-art house sound system, professional engineers and lighting, a full-service bar, dedicated gluten free kitchen, and a comfortable seating area to create an immersive experience for our guests. We offer a diverse, multi-genre lineup of local, regional, national and international acts, including bands, solo artists, jazz orchestras, theater groups and comedians. We aspire to support and promote the local music scene by providing a platform for artists to showcase their skills and a gathering place for people to socialize, relax, and enjoy themselves. Whether you’re a music enthusiast looking for a night out or an artist looking for a venue to perform, Jilly’s Music Room is the place to be. Please visit our website, https://www.jillysmusicroom.com, for more information.
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
august 12, 2026 7:00 pmaugust 19, 2026 7:00 pmaugust 26, 2026 7:00 pm
august
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Raise your voice in songs of Broadway of yesterday and today! All levels welcome … whether you sing in the shower or the car, or if you’ve always
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Raise your voice in songs of Broadway of yesterday and today! All levels welcome … whether you sing in the shower or the car, or if you’ve always wanted to belt one out onstage, here’s your opportunity! This free monthly event is your chance to shine!
First Wednesday of every month. 7-9PM. All seating FCFS.
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
thu06aug7:00 pmRECOYLETHURSDAY | FREEEvent Type 2:live music
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ALL SEATS FCFS ReCoyle is composed of
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ReCoyle is composed of five local musicians.
Peggy Coyle has been singing in the Akron area for many years, most notably 20 years with Phil Palumbo. Tom Work has just retired from 1964 The Tribute, after spending 40 years playing the role of George Harrison. Larry Davis has been in the area working, for the last 12 years he performed at Szalays on Sundays with Tucker,Davis and Block. Greg Gibson has been in the area all his life playing in many local bands, currently with the Gene Fiocca Group and the Akron Big Band. Frank Margida has spent his entire life in the Akron area performing with local groups, including the Danjo Jazz Orchestra and the Gene Fiocca band. Also, all 5 of these musicians perform with the NEO Jazz Orchestra.
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(Thursday) 7:00 pm
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TICKETS Hayley and the Crushers are a glitter-bombed collision of
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Hayley and the Crushers are a glitter-bombed collision of surf shimmer, punk ferocity, and power-pop hooks. Originally formed in San Luis Obispo, California and now based in Detroit, the band is led by Hayley Cain and Reid Cain (Dr. Cain Esq.). Signed to Kitten Robot Records by Josie Cotton, the Crushers have built a reputation for explosive live shows and a sound that balances grit and glitz. Their releases include the 2022 album Modern Adult Kick and the 2024 EP Unsubscribe From The Underground, both produced by LA punk producer and Screamers founder Paul Roessler.
Kill The Fall is a hard-hitting band from Cleveland, blending powerful melodies, driving riffs, and emotionally charged lyrics into a high-energy live experience. Known for their passionate performances and connection with the crowd, Kill The Fall delivers with heart, intensity, and authenticity. Come see Kill The Fall live and experience the energy for yourself.
Dollar Draft$ (Cleveland Ohio) “Budget friendly, thirst quenching, high decibel oaf punk.”
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(Friday) 8:00 pm
sat08aug8:00 pmBUFFLEHEADSATURDAY | NO COVER!Event Type 2:live music
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FREE SHOW!!! FREE SHOW / OPEN SEATING
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FREE SHOW!!!
Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, Americana music and original material. Mostly Dead.
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(Saturday) 8:00 pm
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Like an open mic, but more like a gig! Jilly’s is launching OPEN STAGES in 2026 to support and promote the local music scene by providing –
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Like an open mic, but more like a gig! Jilly’s is launching OPEN STAGES in 2026 to support and promote the local music scene by providing – and supporting – a platform for artists to showcase their skills.
WHAT: We’re opening our stage on (most) Wednesday nights to artists and bands who want to hone their craft on stage in front of an audience; work on stage presence and banter, try out new material, have a live practice, make connections. All styles, genres and levels welcome. Unlike an open mic, JILLY’S OPEN STAGES is more like a gig. AND – we’re offering venue support.
VENUE SUPPORT. WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? 1. You don’t have to haul (all of) your gear. Our house backline will be set for you to use (see details below). 2. We provide professional house sound, lighting and a live sound engineer. 3. We provide – in addition to what you’ll be doing – promotional support (website, e-blasts, socials, radio spot mentions) for your appearance. 4. We’re going to pay you (30% of sales during your time slot).
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO? Send us your info & sign-up using THIS FORM. Check the CALENDAR. Choose three date options and a time slot. Complete the form. Upload materials. Hit submit. We’ll lock it in and email you to confirm. Please DO NOT drop in, call, message through socials. Use the form.
CAN WE JUST SHOW UP AND PLAY? No. Performers for OPEN STAGES will be pre-selected using the submitted forms and materials, and scheduled.
MORE DETAILS: There are three 45-minute time slots each night. Yes – you can choose more than one time slot and play longer if you’d like.
WE’RE UNDER 21 – CAN WE STILL PERFORM? Yes – but if you are under 18, you must bring a parent and you may only choose the 7:15PM time slot. Your friends aren’t 21 either. Can they come see you play? If they are younger than 18, they need to bring a parent too.
HOUSE BACKLINE: In addition to all of the house PA & stage gear (mics, stands, cables, DI’s, monitors, speakers, etc), we’ll have our backline set so you don’t have to haul all of your gear. Our backline includes: Tama Imperialstar 5-piece Drum Kit, Fender Rumble 100 1×12 Bass Combo Amp, Fender Blues Jr Guitar Amp, Fender 65R Guitar Amp, and a Blackstar 60TVP Guitar Amp.
QUESTIONS? Email us at booking@jillysmusicroom.com.
MORE ABOUT US: Jilly’s Music Room is a live music venue in downtown Akron, Ohio. We have been in operation since 2013, providing a unique and vibrant space for music lovers of all genres to come together and enjoy live performances. We are passionate about bringing the joy of live music to our community and have always believed in the power of music to inspire and connect people.
Jilly’s features a stage with state-of-the-art house sound system, professional engineers and lighting, a full-service bar, dedicated gluten free kitchen, and a comfortable seating area to create an immersive experience for our guests. We offer a diverse, multi-genre lineup of local, regional, national and international acts, including bands, solo artists, jazz orchestras, theater groups and comedians. We aspire to support and promote the local music scene by providing a platform for artists to showcase their skills and a gathering place for people to socialize, relax, and enjoy themselves. Whether you’re a music enthusiast looking for a night out or an artist looking for a venue to perform, Jilly’s Music Room is the place to be. Please visit our website, https://www.jillysmusicroom.com, for more information.
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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august 19, 2026 7:00 pmaugust 26, 2026 7:00 pm
sat15aug7:00 pm15 60 75 The Numbers BandSaturday | $5 - $10Event Type 2:live music
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TICKETS 15 60 75 The
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15 60 75 The Numbers has been praised by almost every national music publication and several international publications since the beginning of their 50 years of live performances and recordings. Many fans are under the impression that the band remains obscure by choice. In fact, they have never been offered a contract from any recording company in the industry, ever.
The music “cannot be categorized”, “cannot be defined”, “is too original”. The music industry is not about music anymore. It is about selling products the public can relate to. After all, it is a business. Even “alternative” music has become a label. The founder of the band, Robert Kidney, explains, “The music industry, the media, and the tellsusourvision (TV) are defining for the American public what is good music by only playing and supporting what is profitable. We are taught to disregard everything that is not familiar. We (The Numbers Band) give the people our best. Our effort goes into being creative, unique and original. We define our own sound. There are no rules because we don’t play the game. We are not in it for the game, we’re in it for the music.”
So, the band continues to create and evolve outside of the “Rock & Roll” establishment. The majority of the recordings were financed by friends who loved the music enough to put up their own money. Hundreds of photographs taken of the band in different stages of it’s existence by different amazing people tell a story of intense performances, long nights, and the passing of time. Band members have come and gone, and returned again. Robert sees music as much more than an emotional release or a performance. It is a job, a job for which he demands respect and payment for services.
Robert Kidney picked up a guitar and began teaching himself to play when he 16. He bought a 45 record called Guitar Boogie Shuffle and his cousin, Larren Hesson, taught Robert the licks. He also taught him to play one of his favorite songs, Riders On The Storm. At 17, Robert played solo in coffee houses and also opened for several acts at La Cave in Cleveland such as Linda Rhonstadt and the Stone Ponys and Janis Ian. He never found the time to learn to read music. After a short stint in the service in Chicago, he moved back to northeast Ohio in the spring of 1969. A friend, Gary Hawk, had formed a band called Pig Iron in Wadsworth, Ohio. Robert opened for them at the Akron Art Museum and several band members asked him to come to a rehersal sometime. When Robert did show up, Gary had left the group, and the remaining members wanted him to be their front man. Robert changed the name of the band to 15 60 75.
The title of the band has always aroused curiosity from fans. The fans called them The Numbers because it was easier than trying to get the figures right. Numbers had not been used in a name before, and the political climate in 1970 was quite Orwell-ian. Robert choose a sequence of numbers mentioned in a book written by Paul Oliver called The Blues Fell This Morning. In the chapter “The Jinx Is On Me”, Oliver describes the Numbers Racket popular in Harlem in the 1950s and how dreams were analyzed as number sequences and used for placing bets. The band’s music theory specialist, Terry Hynde, also discovered that 15 divided 15 is 1, 60 divided by 15 is 4, and 75 divided by 15 is 5. In a musician’s world, “1, 4, 5,” is referred to as the “universal progression”.
The band resides in northeast Ohio. They have several recordings under their belt and more music than they can afford to release. Robert has recorded and toured with Anton Fier and his Golden Palominos. Robert and his brother, Jack, have toured Holland twice. The brothers also traveled to London, England in 1998 to perform in the Disastodrome! production by David Thomas. The entire band went to London to perform at the Royal Festival Hall in 2000. For more information on the production, and The Kidney Brothers, go to The Brothers And The Blues Abstract. This band has an incredibly interesting history. Continue with reading Modern Is Just Old Hat Chromed. A History., or better yet, go to The Schedule and check them out live.
“We are not interested in making hits, we are interested in making history.”
Robert Kidney, Creem magazine.
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(Saturday) 7:00 pm
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Like an open mic, but more like a gig! Jilly’s is launching OPEN STAGES in 2026 to support and promote the local music scene by providing –
Event Details
Like an open mic, but more like a gig! Jilly’s is launching OPEN STAGES in 2026 to support and promote the local music scene by providing – and supporting – a platform for artists to showcase their skills.
WHAT: We’re opening our stage on (most) Wednesday nights to artists and bands who want to hone their craft on stage in front of an audience; work on stage presence and banter, try out new material, have a live practice, make connections. All styles, genres and levels welcome. Unlike an open mic, JILLY’S OPEN STAGES is more like a gig. AND – we’re offering venue support.
VENUE SUPPORT. WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? 1. You don’t have to haul (all of) your gear. Our house backline will be set for you to use (see details below). 2. We provide professional house sound, lighting and a live sound engineer. 3. We provide – in addition to what you’ll be doing – promotional support (website, e-blasts, socials, radio spot mentions) for your appearance. 4. We’re going to pay you (30% of sales during your time slot).
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO? Send us your info & sign-up using THIS FORM. Check the CALENDAR. Choose three date options and a time slot. Complete the form. Upload materials. Hit submit. We’ll lock it in and email you to confirm. Please DO NOT drop in, call, message through socials. Use the form.
CAN WE JUST SHOW UP AND PLAY? No. Performers for OPEN STAGES will be pre-selected using the submitted forms and materials, and scheduled.
MORE DETAILS: There are three 45-minute time slots each night. Yes – you can choose more than one time slot and play longer if you’d like.
WE’RE UNDER 21 – CAN WE STILL PERFORM? Yes – but if you are under 18, you must bring a parent and you may only choose the 7:15PM time slot. Your friends aren’t 21 either. Can they come see you play? If they are younger than 18, they need to bring a parent too.
HOUSE BACKLINE: In addition to all of the house PA & stage gear (mics, stands, cables, DI’s, monitors, speakers, etc), we’ll have our backline set so you don’t have to haul all of your gear. Our backline includes: Tama Imperialstar 5-piece Drum Kit, Fender Rumble 100 1×12 Bass Combo Amp, Fender Blues Jr Guitar Amp, Fender 65R Guitar Amp, and a Blackstar 60TVP Guitar Amp.
QUESTIONS? Email us at booking@jillysmusicroom.com.
MORE ABOUT US: Jilly’s Music Room is a live music venue in downtown Akron, Ohio. We have been in operation since 2013, providing a unique and vibrant space for music lovers of all genres to come together and enjoy live performances. We are passionate about bringing the joy of live music to our community and have always believed in the power of music to inspire and connect people.
Jilly’s features a stage with state-of-the-art house sound system, professional engineers and lighting, a full-service bar, dedicated gluten free kitchen, and a comfortable seating area to create an immersive experience for our guests. We offer a diverse, multi-genre lineup of local, regional, national and international acts, including bands, solo artists, jazz orchestras, theater groups and comedians. We aspire to support and promote the local music scene by providing a platform for artists to showcase their skills and a gathering place for people to socialize, relax, and enjoy themselves. Whether you’re a music enthusiast looking for a night out or an artist looking for a venue to perform, Jilly’s Music Room is the place to be. Please visit our website, https://www.jillysmusicroom.com, for more information.
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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august 26, 2026 7:00 pm
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Performers include Tyler Hawes and a different featured artist every month. The featured artist builds a set on a theme of their choice, then writes
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Performers include Tyler Hawes and a different featured artist every month.
The featured artist builds a set on a theme of their choice, then writes a brand new original song inspired by that theme. I also write an original song inspired by the artists theme, but then build a different set with a different mystery theme that also fits my new original song. The audience must guess my mystery set theme, and whoever guesses correctly first gets to choose a word or phrase that I must include in my original song at the next show.
No cover. All seats FCFS.
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(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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september 17, 2026 7:00 pmoctober 15, 2026 7:00 pmnovember 19, 2026 7:00 pmdecember 17, 2026 7:00 pm
fri21aug8:00 pmTHE BEAMSFRIDAY | NO COVEREvent Type 2:live music
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RESERVE SEATS The Beams bring explosive energy and unforgettable
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The Beams bring explosive energy and unforgettable rock anthems from the ’70s to today. Featuring powerhouse female vocals, tight musicianship, and crowd-favorite hits mixed with unexpected deep cuts, this is a live show that keeps the party going all night long.
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(Friday) 8:00 pm
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Like an open mic, but more like a gig! Jilly’s is launching OPEN STAGES in 2026 to support and promote the local music scene by providing –
Event Details
Like an open mic, but more like a gig! Jilly’s is launching OPEN STAGES in 2026 to support and promote the local music scene by providing – and supporting – a platform for artists to showcase their skills.
WHAT: We’re opening our stage on (most) Wednesday nights to artists and bands who want to hone their craft on stage in front of an audience; work on stage presence and banter, try out new material, have a live practice, make connections. All styles, genres and levels welcome. Unlike an open mic, JILLY’S OPEN STAGES is more like a gig. AND – we’re offering venue support.
VENUE SUPPORT. WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? 1. You don’t have to haul (all of) your gear. Our house backline will be set for you to use (see details below). 2. We provide professional house sound, lighting and a live sound engineer. 3. We provide – in addition to what you’ll be doing – promotional support (website, e-blasts, socials, radio spot mentions) for your appearance. 4. We’re going to pay you (30% of sales during your time slot).
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO DO? Send us your info & sign-up using THIS FORM. Check the CALENDAR. Choose three date options and a time slot. Complete the form. Upload materials. Hit submit. We’ll lock it in and email you to confirm. Please DO NOT drop in, call, message through socials. Use the form.
CAN WE JUST SHOW UP AND PLAY? No. Performers for OPEN STAGES will be pre-selected using the submitted forms and materials, and scheduled.
MORE DETAILS: There are three 45-minute time slots each night. Yes – you can choose more than one time slot and play longer if you’d like.
WE’RE UNDER 21 – CAN WE STILL PERFORM? Yes – but if you are under 18, you must bring a parent and you may only choose the 7:15PM time slot. Your friends aren’t 21 either. Can they come see you play? If they are younger than 18, they need to bring a parent too.
HOUSE BACKLINE: In addition to all of the house PA & stage gear (mics, stands, cables, DI’s, monitors, speakers, etc), we’ll have our backline set so you don’t have to haul all of your gear. Our backline includes: Tama Imperialstar 5-piece Drum Kit, Fender Rumble 100 1×12 Bass Combo Amp, Fender Blues Jr Guitar Amp, Fender 65R Guitar Amp, and a Blackstar 60TVP Guitar Amp.
QUESTIONS? Email us at booking@jillysmusicroom.com.
MORE ABOUT US: Jilly’s Music Room is a live music venue in downtown Akron, Ohio. We have been in operation since 2013, providing a unique and vibrant space for music lovers of all genres to come together and enjoy live performances. We are passionate about bringing the joy of live music to our community and have always believed in the power of music to inspire and connect people.
Jilly’s features a stage with state-of-the-art house sound system, professional engineers and lighting, a full-service bar, dedicated gluten free kitchen, and a comfortable seating area to create an immersive experience for our guests. We offer a diverse, multi-genre lineup of local, regional, national and international acts, including bands, solo artists, jazz orchestras, theater groups and comedians. We aspire to support and promote the local music scene by providing a platform for artists to showcase their skills and a gathering place for people to socialize, relax, and enjoy themselves. Whether you’re a music enthusiast looking for a night out or an artist looking for a venue to perform, Jilly’s Music Room is the place to be. Please visit our website, https://www.jillysmusicroom.com, for more information.
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
thu27aug7:00 pmDanjo Jazz OrchestraTHURSDAY | FREEEvent Type 2:live music
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FREE! ALL SEATS FCFS With a
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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.
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(Thursday) 7:00 pm
fri28aug7:00 pmROXXYMORONFriday | $5-$15Event Type 2:live music
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TICKETS ROXXYMORON Voted “Best
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ROXXYMORON Voted “Best Local Band” by Akron Life Magazine, Roxxymoron is an 8-piece rock/pop cover band with horns, tight vocals, and a song list spanning generations.
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(Friday) 7:00 pm
sat29aug8:00 pmWORKING CLASSSATURDAY | $5-$10Event Type 2:live music
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TICKETS Working Class keeps the groove going
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Working Class keeps the groove going from start to finish with 70s & 80s favorites and a heavy dose of Steely Dan classics. Featuring the father / son combo of Tom & Jon Work, and former members of Akrons own “Get on Up”.
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(Saturday) 8:00 pm
september
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Raise your voice in songs of Broadway of yesterday and today! All levels welcome … whether you sing in the shower or the car, or if you’ve always
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Raise your voice in songs of Broadway of yesterday and today! All levels welcome … whether you sing in the shower or the car, or if you’ve always wanted to belt one out onstage, here’s your opportunity! This free monthly event is your chance to shine!
First Wednesday of every month. 7-9PM. All seating FCFS.
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Performers include Tyler Hawes and a different featured artist every month. The featured artist builds a set on a theme of their choice, then writes
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Performers include Tyler Hawes and a different featured artist every month.
The featured artist builds a set on a theme of their choice, then writes a brand new original song inspired by that theme. I also write an original song inspired by the artists theme, but then build a different set with a different mystery theme that also fits my new original song. The audience must guess my mystery set theme, and whoever guesses correctly first gets to choose a word or phrase that I must include in my original song at the next show.
No cover. All seats FCFS.
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(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
october 15, 2026 7:00 pmnovember 19, 2026 7:00 pmdecember 17, 2026 7:00 pm
october
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Raise your voice in songs of Broadway of yesterday and today! All levels welcome … whether you sing in the shower or the car, or if you’ve always
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Raise your voice in songs of Broadway of yesterday and today! All levels welcome … whether you sing in the shower or the car, or if you’ve always wanted to belt one out onstage, here’s your opportunity! This free monthly event is your chance to shine!
First Wednesday of every month. 7-9PM. All seating FCFS.
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Performers include Tyler Hawes and a different featured artist every month. The featured artist builds a set on a theme of their choice, then writes
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Performers include Tyler Hawes and a different featured artist every month.
The featured artist builds a set on a theme of their choice, then writes a brand new original song inspired by that theme. I also write an original song inspired by the artists theme, but then build a different set with a different mystery theme that also fits my new original song. The audience must guess my mystery set theme, and whoever guesses correctly first gets to choose a word or phrase that I must include in my original song at the next show.
No cover. All seats FCFS.
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(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
november 19, 2026 7:00 pmdecember 17, 2026 7:00 pm