THE KENT STAGE
   in historic downtown Kent, Ohio


Live Music on the Kent Stage in historic downtown Kent, Ohio -- home of Kent State University

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ONE UNDER
with Lotus Groove
and The Know Nothings

Thursday, September 18 -- 8:00 PM

Formed in early 2005, One Under has quickly become the newest emerging musical force to come out of Ohio. The sextet is comprised of former members of Ekoostik Hookah, The Shantee and The Ark Band and is forging a sound incorporating elements of Roots Rock, American Jazz, Progressive Rock, Afro-Cuban Latin and Pure Funk Back Beat. This combination manifests into a danceable and energetic show that keeps people on their feet. One Under and it's members have appeared at festivals including Bonnaroo, Wakarusa, Sierra Nevada Reggae Festival, Grateful Fest, Tabfest, the Recipe Family Cookout, Harvest Fest, Schwagstock, and Sunshine Daydreams. Recent college appearances include Dennison University and James Madison University as well as support slots for bands such as Particle, Hot Tuna, The Samples, Oteil and the Peacemakers, Rusted Root, Keller Williams and The Dirty Dozen Brass Band and CJ Chenier. With incredible improvisation, solid grooves and strong lyrical content, One Under is continuing to reach new and diverse crowds wherever they play.

Official One Under Website

Lotus Groove brings some of the most exciting in-your-face jams with the perfect balance of soul and substance. Hailing from Kent OH the group has evolved from a 3 piece all-improv project to a 6 headed rip-roaring beast. Everyone can find something they like in this diverse project. The vintage electric piano, organ and clavinet blend with the blazing guitar riffs and thumping bass lines. All the while a symphony of percussion emerges between the two full drum kits and intricate vocal lines are strategically placed to arouse a musical state of awe in the minds of music enthusiasts.

Lotus Groove Website

Hailing from Stow, Ohio, The Know Nothings, deriving their name from the mid-nineteenth century political party, was founded by guitarist David Coffield and bassist Mark Chesnes in 2007. Frontman Kyle Buckley followed soon after, followed by drummer Bob Willoughby. Blending classic and modern rock, blues, and psychedelic, The Know Nothings is looking to take their stale local scene by storm. With positive feedback from fans and peers alike, the band is generating some buzz with their entertaining live show. Check them out at their next show, and get ready to rock your socks off!

The Know Nothings Website

Advance discount tickets: $6.00
Day of Show: $8.00

One Under with Lotus Grove and the Know Nothings,  Live in downtown Kent, Ohio

 

 

 

 

One Under with Lotus Grove and the Know Nothings,  Live in downtown Kent, Ohio
One Under with Lotus Grove and the Know Nothings,  Live in downtown Kent, Ohio

 

 

One Under with Lotus Grove and the Know Nothings,  Live in downtown Kent, Ohio
One Under with Lotus Grove and the Know Nothings,  Live in downtown Kent, Ohio

 

 

One Under with Lotus Grove and the Know Nothings,  Live in downtown Kent, Ohio


DONNA THE
BUFFALO

Thursday, September 25 -- 8:00 PM

A five-member band of electric and acoustic guitars, keyboards, accordion, fiddle, bass, drums and a rubboard, Donna The Buffalo is on a musical journey that began with old-time Appalachian music. A music that's strength lies strongly in simplicity-hard driving, groove oriented and repetitive.

"This band is renowned for their live performances at festivals throughout the USA," said producer Jeffrey Lesser. "we captured their joy, passion, energy, and of course, their writing and performing virtuosity on this new collection (Positive Friction).

Originally incepted in 1987, Donna The Buffalo performs from Vermont to Florida and west to California-appearing ar some of the most prestigious roots music festivals, including Merlefest, The Newport Folk Festival, High Sierra Festival and the Telluride Bluegrass Festival. They also turn belief into action every summer as the driving force behind the Finger Lakes Grassroots Festival. Staged in Trumansburg, NY, the four-day festival benefits AIDS programs and arts education throughout the upstate area.

Traveling across the country in the band's 1961 vintage tour bus, Donna The Buffalo has developed a fervent following. Dubbed "The Herd", the band's inspired fan bas includes young adults, families, children and people of all ages. The Herd spans generations, styles and aesthetics with one common denominator-the love of the roots rock splendor of Donna The Buffalo and the sense of community that surrounds them.

Official Donna The Buffalo Website

Advance discount tickets: $20.00
Day of Show: $23.00

Donna The Buffalo,  Live in downtown Kent, Ohio

Donna The Buffalo,  Live in downtown Kent, Ohio
Donna The Buffalo,  Live in downtown Kent, Ohio
Donna The Buffalo,  Live in downtown Kent, Ohio
Donna The Buffalo,  Live in downtown Kent, Ohio

 


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