Blues Beatles
It took one band member’s love of The Beatles and the rest of the bands’ love of the Blues to formulate one of the most entertaining Blues Outfits in the world today…Blues Beatles. Their sound is intimately appealing but at the same time powerful and infectious. They always become an “instant sensation” wherever they go and perform: New York City, Las Vegas, Chicago, Memphis, Orlando, Charlotte, Montgomery, Chattanooga, Petit-Rocher, Aarhus, Randers, Trandal, Esbjerg, Brasilia, Goiânia, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Belo Horizonte among others … it’s a long list! The first version of the Beatles songs that caught people’s attention was Ticket To Ride. The video now has more than two million views on Facebook. The band has worked and reworked many different songs since it was formed, but only the ones that sound natural to their ears stay in the repertoire. Most of the vocal melodies are kept in their original form, but interpreted with Marcos Viana’s unique voice, in an unpretentious and heart-felt way. The arrangements combine blues and soul grooves that suit the vocals of the songs while adding a different feel to them. Instrumental solos and improvisation, typical elements of the blues, are an integral part of the Blues Beatles style. The band has more than 300,000 fan page followers (Facebook), more than 20 million views of their videos, and has appeared on Brazil’s biggest TV shows (Altas Horas, Ronnie Von, Rede Vida.) They have recorded two CDs, have thousands of CD downloads, 16 tours since 2017 (including 11 in the USA and 5 in Scandinavia and Europe) performing in the largest and most expressive festivals of the genre. After the release of their acclaimed debut CD, Get Back to The Blues, the band released and promoted their second CD, Let It Blues, recorded in 2019 at AS Studios, Brazil. For this CD the band brought explosive and intense new renditions on classics like Drive my Car, Come Together, Let it Be, Yer Blues, Chains, Can ́t Buy Me Love, One After 909 and Love Me Do; their takes on Something and Oh Darling bring that calm yet intense vibe that Blues Beatles are known for. Their fiery live performances showcase their individual and collective skills as soloists, so they decided to register the full energy of the performances and released a digital CD, Live in Texas, recorded at The Woodlands, TX on their 2019 USA tour, with guitarist Igor Prado.
John Scofield Electrospective featuring Oteil Burbridge, Adam Deitch & Larry Goldings
John Scofield’s Electrospective featuring Oteil Burbridge, Larry Goldings, and Adam Deitch! Through his 54-year career, 3-time Grammy Award winner John Scofield has occasionally detoured from the traditions of straight-ahead jazz, exploring a blend of funk and jazz that has led to some of his most popular projects. In late autumn of 2026, Scofield looks back at many of his now classic fusion groove compositions with Electrospective. Not intending to replicate the earlier fan favorites, he plans instead to revisit them with the seasoned perspective of several decades; culling tunes from his Blue Matter, Uberjam, and AGoGo bands – each responsible for a few recordings – as well as new material in the same vein. Scofield looks forward to teaming up with a stellar band of colleagues, Electrospective will rely on interpretative input from Scofield alum and super funk drummer/producer Adam Deitch (Lettuce), multidimensional Larry Goldings (Scary Goldings, James Taylor) on keyboards, and legendary bassist Oteil Burbridge (Dead & CO., Tedeschi Trucks, Allman Brothers). With this repertoire so frequently (and loudly) requested by audience members, Scofield is glad to have a band that will truly do the music justice.
The Wallflowers – Bringing Down The Horse – 30th Anniversary Tour
The Wallflowers 30th Anniversary Tour for Bringing Down the Horse The band will perform their classic album in its entirety, in sequence. Originally released on May 21, 1996, Bringing Down the Horse was a critical and commercial triumph. The album peaked at number four on the Billboard 200 and was certified quadruple platinum, cementing the band’s place in ‘90s rock history. The LP yielded four hit singles: • “6th Avenue Heartache” – Two Grammy nominations (1997) • “One Headlight” – Reached #1 on the Billboard singles chart, winning two Grammy Awards (1998). The songranked #58 on Rolling Stone’s “100 Greatest Pop Songs” • “The Difference” – Grammy nomination (1998) • “Three Marlenas” – Released as the album’s final single in October 1997 Influenced by a slew of first-generation American songwriters including The Band and Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, The Wallflowers will also pay tribute on the upcoming tour to the 50th anniversary of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers’ by playing Petty’s 1982 album Long After Dark in its entirety and in sequence as well. Jakob Dylan, the band’s chief songwriter, remains a vital performer in American rock music. As part of three decades of work, in 2002, he inducted Tom Petty into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame. In 2018, he performed in the critically acclaimed documentary Echo in the Canyon, collaborating with artists ranging from Neil Young and Eric Clapton to Beck, Cat Power, Norah Jones, Regina Spektor. Dylan also contributed songs to several soundtracks, including The Wallflowers’ cover of “Heroes” for the 1998 Godzilla film soundtrack and “Arms of a Ghost” to television series, NCIS Los Angeles and “Nothing But the Whole Wide World” to Friday Night Lights. In 2025 The Wallflowers supported Eric Clapton on his US tour as they have done in the past for him as well as the supporting performances for the Who and The Rolling Stones.
Molly Tuttle & Maggie Rose
Molly Tuttle is a Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and virtuosic guitarist who’s innovative blend of bluegrass, Americana, pop, and rock has made her one of the most dynamic artists in modern roots music. In 2025, she released her boldest statement yet,the critically acclaimed So Long Little Miss Sunshine, nominated for two GRAMMY®Awards—Best Americana Album and Best Americana Performance for the lead single“That’s Gonna Leave A Mark.” Recorded in Nashville with producer Mike Joyce (Orville Peck, Miranda Lambert, Lainey Wilson), the album marks Tuttle’s fifth full-length release and her most ambitious reinvention to date: a vibrant, deeply personal body of work rooted in self-acceptance and transformation.A highly decorated artist, Tuttle has been nominated for 5 GRAMMY Awards (including in the Best New Artist category) and earned back-to-back GRAMMY wins for Best Bluegrass Album with her band Golden Highway-Crooked Tree(2022) and City of Gold(2023)-becoming the first artist in the category’s history to do so. She is also the first woman to receive the IBMA Guitar Player of the Year award, alongside multiple additional IBMA and Americana Music Awards. Maggie Rose is a 2x GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter who continues to win over fans and critics alike. Her widely acclaimed album No One Gets Out Alive was nominated for a GRAMMY Award for Best Americana Album, with Rolling Stone naming it one of the best albums of 2024. Billboard called it “superb” and American Songwriter hailed it as “moving” and “triumphant.” Her memorable TV performances include appearances on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, CBS Saturday Morning, Kelly Clarkson Show and NBC’s Today.Maggie kicked off 2025 performing with My Morning Jacket at MusiCares to honor The Grateful Dead, and also released a reimagining of the Bonnie Raitt classic, “I Can’t Make You Love Me,”with the iconic Vince Gill.Her 2025 EP Cocoon features the smoldering Grace Potter collaboration “Poison in My Well,”which was recently nominated for a GRAMMY for Best Americana Performance. Longtime collaborator Ben Tannerco-produced the EP with Davis Naish. Naish also co-wrote another new track “Sting” with Maggie, Natalie Hemby (The Highwomen) and Steph Jones (Sabrina Carpenter,Teddy Swims).Rose earned an Americana Music Association nomination for Emerging Act Of The Year and performed a special concert with the Nashville Symphony at AmericanaFest to mark the occasion.Other festival stops include Newport Folk Fest, Bonnaroo, Austin City Limits, Telluride Blues, and Pilgrimage Festival among others. A respected fixture of the Nashville community, Maggie has played the iconic Grand Ole Opry over 100 times. A true road warrior, she has shared the stage with the likes of Chris Stapleton, Kelly Clarkson, Dave Matthews Band, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Heart, Joan Jett, Eric Church, Gov’t Mule, and Melissa Etheridge among others.Rose hosts her own podcast,Salute The Songbird, where she engages in candid conversations with her female musical heroes such as Heart’s Nancy Wilson, Susan Tedeschi, Joy Oladokun,Martina McBride, Molly Tuttle and more.
Alex Bevan & Friends – Surfing the Edge of Legacy!
“Surfing the Edge of Legacy!” Join Alex and his small crew of musical sidekicks for an evening of songs from the “Springboard” and “Grand River Lullaby” era combined with more contemporary and new works from Northern Ohio’s “Low Tech Troubadour!”. Spanning the length of his fifty plus years of writing and recording… The night will include tunes from the Lake Erie Islands, The Watersongs, Sparrow and the Covid Live Streams. Alex will weave an evening of stories and memories from the pages of his catalog into a tapestry designed to transport every audience member into a better time and place…. Yes… a breath of fresh air from the six string songsmith. The band, consisting of Leonard DiCosimo on bass, Tom Dobeck on percussion, Tim Longfellow on Keys and Austin Walking Cane on additional guitars will assist in this joyful task…. Don’t Miss It!
The Wood Brothers with SG: Elizabeth Moen
THE WOOD BROTHERSDubbed “masters of soulful folk” by Paste, The Wood Brothers formed after brothersChris and Oliver Wood pursued separate musical careers for 15 years. Chris alreadyhad legions of devoted fans for his incomparable work as one-third of Medeski Martin &Wood, while Oliver’s band King Johnson built a loyal following in the South. Withdrummer Jano Rix added as a permanent third member, The Wood Brothers haveevolved into one of roots music’s most revered acts, playing sold out shows acrossNorth America, garnering a Grammy Award nomination and releasing nine studioalbums, including their forthcoming release, Puff of Smoke, released August 1st. Elizabeth Moen Elizabeth Moen is a Chicago-based songwriter with a voice that pulls you in, threading indie rock grit through the warmth of Midwestern folk. Raised in small-town Iowa, her music pairs confessional storytelling with sharp self-awareness, earning praise from American Songwriter and No Depression for its honesty, humor, and vocal power. Her upcoming record, Fields on Fire, finds Moen writing from what she calls “the middle space,” where the truth is still taking shape. Rather than wait for closure, she leans into uncertainty, crafting songs that are raw, spacious, and deeply human. It marks her most confident and intentional work to date, deepening the emotional clarity and bold songwriting she’s known for.
Coop’s Nightmare with SG: Creedence
Coop’s Nightmare is a riveting tribute band that pays homage to the legendary shock rock pioneer, Alice Cooper. With an electrifying stage presence and a commitment to authenticity, the band captures the essence of Alice Cooper’s iconic performances, thrilling audiences with their high-energy renditions of classic hits and deep cuts. Embodying the theatricality and raw energy that define Alice Cooper’s legacy, Coop’s Nightmare delivers an immersive and unforgettable concert experience, ensuring that the spirit of the original “Godfather of Shock Rock” lives on through their captivating performances.
Pablo Cruise
In 1975 Pablo Cruise released its first A&M album simply entitled Pablo Cruise. The album cover was shot in the tropical gardens of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park and it featured a huge gorilla standing front and center. The band, David Jenkins (guitars, vocals), Cory Lerios(keyboards, vocals), Bud Cockerel (bass, vocals) and Steve Price (drums, percussion) were no where in sight. At that point there was a bit of a mystique surrounding Pablo Cruise and when asked what Pablo Cruise meant, the well-rehearsed answer went something like this: “Pablo”, represents an honest, real, down to earth individual, and “Cruise” depicts his fun loving, easy going attitude towards life: In essence that’s what Pablo Cruise music is all about. Honest, real down to earth vocals, accompanied by fun yet elegant, infectious grooves. To hear Pablo Cruise on record is one thing, but to experience the band live is an exhilarating event! From 1975 to 1985 the band toured the United States, Canada and Japan extensively, welcoming fans to “Climb Aboard The Good Ship Pablo Cruise.” Reaching the top 10 with mega hits like “Whatcha Gonna Do When She Says Goodbye?” and “Love Will Find A Way,”and several other top 20’s, the band went on to sell several million albums and singles collectively and established themselves as well respected writers and performers within the industry. They appeared on numerous TV shows, including Dick Clark’s American Bandstand, The Merv Griffin Show, The Dinah Shore Hour and in 1979 they broke Elvis Presley’s attendance record at the Sahara Tahoe in South Lake Tahoe, Nevada, becoming the first rock band to play a casino showroom. They also became the first rock band to grace the stage at the Grand Ole Opry, but by 1985 after completing several national tours and releasing 7 studio albums in all, the band decided to take a hiatus……one that lasted nearly 20 years.
Jonah Koslen – Strike It Up 26!
Jonah Koslen Strike It Up ’26 Jonah has been a significant member of the Northeast Ohio music scene since 1973. As an original member of the Michael Stanley Band, Jonah wrote and recorded some of MSB”s most loved songs, “Waste a Little Time On Me”, “Strike Up The Band”, “Nothing’s Gonna Change My Mind” and “Ladies Choice”. Jonah contributed lead guitar, lead vocals and arrangements to the first three MSB albums. In 1978, Jonah formed the now classic Midwest rock band, Breathless, and recorded two national releases for EMI America, featuring fan faves “Takin” It Back”, “Walk Right In”, “Wild Weekend”, and more In the 1980s, Jonah formed Jonah Koslen and the Heroes, recording two albums. He relocated to Los Angeles, California in 1984, where he recorded recorded, performed and wrote with dozens of artists from teen star Tiffany, to blues legend Bonnie Bramlett. With friend Joe Walsh, Jonah created the ‘morphing’ video that appeared in concert with the Eagles, introducing the encore songs on the “Hell Freezes Over” world tour. In the early 90s, Jonah and Michael Stanley co-wrote and produced the Ghost Poets CD. At different times throughout the years, Jonah has been a CDROM producer for Philips Media (producing and designing the “Don’t Quit Your Day Job” game for the Improv Comedy club), an Internet radio pioneer with ClevelandHits.com and Everstream and a web developer. Jonah has released many acclaimed new, compilation and live recordings throughout his career, including “Telling On Myself”, “Jonah Koslen and The Heroes Agora Live” – a classic recording of a WMMS Coffebreak concert from 1983 containing live versions of classic MSB, Breathless and Heroes favorites. In the fall of 2022, Jonah reunited with original surviving MSB alumni Tommy Dobeck and Daniel Pecchio under the name KDP for two sold-out shows, which resulted in the 2023 release “KDP Kent Stage Live ‘22”. In the summer of 2025 Jonah released a limited-edition vinyl-only recording, “Unreleased Tracks From The Stagepass Era.” Jonah Koslen – Strike It Up’24 2026 will start off with a bang as Jonah and his band, featuring musical director and guitarist extraordinaire Michael Weber, original Breathless member Rodney Psyka, keyboardist Rik Storm, drummer Ed Davis and bassist Evan Baker perform an exciting new show featuring all his fan favorites May 8th at The Kent Stage. Jonah Koslen – Meet & Greet info The Meet & Greet will take place from 5:30 – 6:30. PLEASE be at the Box Office by 5:25. You will meet Jonah and have a photo taken – with your camera. You will have early access to Jonah’s merchandise, CD’s, as well as MSB, Breathless and solo releases. Jonah will gladly sign these items for you at the Meet & Greet! JONAHKOSLEN.COMJONAHKOSLENMERCH.COM
Christopher Cross
Christopher Cross burst onto the music scene with his 1980 self-titled debut album, winning five Grammy Awards, including—for the first time in Grammy history—the “Big Four” most prestigious awards: Record of the Year (for the single “Sailing”), Album of the Year, Song of the Year (also “Sailing”), and Best New Artist.In a career spanning more than four decades, Cross has sold over 10 million albums. His music hasgarnered five Grammys, an Oscar, a Golden Globe, an Emmy nomination and five Top 10 singles.Within a year of the first album’s release, Cross joined music royalty Burt Bacharach to write “Arthur’s Theme,” for the movie Arthur, which won an Academy Award for Best Song. With his 1983 release, Another Page, Cross was again in the Top 10 with the singles “All Right” and “Think of Laura.” His song, “Swept Away,” composed for the hit television series, Growing Pains, was nominated for an Emmy.Cross started his own label and, since 2007, has released 8 albums of new material, including AChristopher Cross Christmas and The Café Carlyle Sessions, jazz treatments of hits and favorites born out of a residency at the famous Hotel Carlyle in New York City. Take Me as I Am, released in 2018, features richly-crafted melodies and elegant guitar work. Even though the COVID-19 pandemic delayed the 40th Anniversary tour, he is once again performing the carefully-crafted songs and music his fans enjoy, starting with “Sailing” and “Ride Like the Wind” from his Grammy-winning debut album and continuing through the decades of his ever-changing but always excellent material. Concert dates can be found on the tour section of his website, www.christophercross.com.All in all, it’s been quite a ride, one that has taken Cross from his early days in Texas where he onceserved as a drum tech for Ginger Baker, bought gear from Jimmy Page, and played lead guitar for Deep Purple on a night when Ritchie Blackmore fell ill, to this place as a respected singer-songwriter-guitar player who continues to share his original music with the world. Premium Ticket and Merch Package Premium Ticket – 1st five rowsExclusive VIP Merch PackCommemorative Ticket