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SUMMARY:Workshop: Performing Rights Organizations (PROs)
DESCRIPTION:Cleveland Rocks: PPF’s Professional Development Workshops are held on the third Monday of the month from 7-9pm at the Cleveland Rocks Shop (15801 Waterloo Rd.). Each workshop will focus on a different music-related topic with discussions from 7-8pm\, followed by a 2×4 Songwriter Showcase from 8-9pm featuring 4 different artists\, 2 songs each. \nPerforming Rights Organizations (PROs)\nMon\, June 16\, 2025 • 7-9pm\nCleveland Rocks Shop (15801 Waterloo Rd\, Cleveland)\nPerforming Rights Organizations are responsible for collecting income on behalf of songwriters and music publishers when a song is publicly broadcast or performed. \nFree Event! RSVP here \nPresenter: David Kennedy\n\nStay for The 2×4 Songwriter Showcase immediately following the workshop. \n2×4 Artists include: \n\nKari Ann Rutushin\nBeezy Douglas\nJoe Brown\nCaramel\n\nThe Cleveland Rocks Shop is an intimate venue with LIMITED capacity. Please arrive early to grab a seat! \nThis event is made possible with support from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. \n2×4 Songwriter Showcase Artist Bios: \nKari Ann Rutushin is a Northeast Ohio-based singer\, songwriter\, and multi-instrumentalist known for her wide-ranging style that blends jazz\, folk\, R&B\, Americana\, and early country. A versatile performer\, she plays ukulele\, piano\, washboard\, and flute\, bringing a unique sound to every stage. \nShe performs with several bands including Swap Meet\, Bent String\, Larry Elefante\, and The Spyder Stompers\, each showcasing different facets of her musical identity. Whether solo or in a group\, Kari Ann’s performances are heartfelt\, engaging\, and rooted in a deep love for diverse musical traditions. Kari has also been a teaching and performance artist for the Cleveland based nonprofit\, ROOTs of American Music for several years. \nBeezy DouglasBrian “Beezy” Douglas is a Cleveland Heights-based singer\, songwriter\, and storyteller whose music blends elements of folk\, rock\, country\, blues\, and soul. After starting his musical journey at New York City open mics in 2010\, Beezy has spent the past 15 years honing his craft through performances\, collaborations\, and songwriting. His lyrics explore the harsh realities of daily life\, the ups and downs of relationships\, and the ongoing struggle to maintain dignity and integrity in a world often stacked against us. His background in storytelling\, activism\, and journalism continues to shape the deeply personal and socially conscious themes woven throughout his live performances. Beezy also hosts Showcase Chaos! — a monthly open stage at Wizbang Theatre every 3rd Thursday. The next Showcase Chaos will be on June 19th\, themed Freedom. Learn more at https://bzdug.com. \nJoe Brown \nJoe Brown is a songwriter\, performer\, and music industry professional based in Cleveland\, Ohio. A recent graduate of Baldwin Wallace University with a degree in Music Industry\, Joe’s approach to music blends tape-era sounds with a modern DIY ethic. He leads the Joe Brown Band and also performs solo and in an acoustic duo under the name ‘Squares.’ Joe recently completed an artist residency at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame\, where he refined his voice as both an artist and as a storyteller. \nCaramel \nCaramel lives and breathes music. At 22 years old\, he writes\, performs\, and produces all of his work. He began his musical journey when he studied classical piano at the Cleveland Institute of Music for 10 years\, and transitioned into songwriting in his freshman year of high school. Caramel’s music ranges from R&B\, pop\, electronic\, and alternative music. On top of his musical talents\, he is also the founder and executive director of Living In Color\, the only multidisciplinary performance art production of its kind\, which highlights black life in the US through poetry\, music\, dance\, and film. Through the 8-month event planning process\, he led the writing\, choreography\, cinematography\, and music composition. His theme “Traveler”\, exudes his persona of a wandering traveler. He believes we are all travelers\, and he writes his music to find his way. His upcoming song “Greener”\, released on May 2nd explores heartbreak and self-discovery.
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LOCATION:Cleveland Rocks Shop\, 15801 Waterloo Road\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44119\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tri-C Jazz Fest
DESCRIPTION:Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland\, presented by KeyBank\, is a music and educational festival happening on June 26-28\, 2025. \nJune 26-28\, 2025  |  Playhouse Square \nCleveland Rocks:PPF will have a table at the Jazz Fest on June 27 and June 28. \nFull festival details here: https://www.tri-c.edu/jazzfest/
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LOCATION:Playhouse Square\, 1501 Euclid Ave\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Being an Effective Band Leader
DESCRIPTION:Cleveland Rocks: PPF’s Professional Development Workshops are held on the third Monday of the month from 7-9pm at the Cleveland Rocks Shop (15801 Waterloo Rd.). Each workshop will focus on a different music-related topic with discussions from 7-8pm\, followed by a 2×4 Songwriter Showcase from 8-9pm featuring 4 different artists\, 2 songs each. \nBeing an Effective Band Leader\nMon\, July 21\, 2025 • 7-9pm\nCleveland Rocks Shop (15801 Waterloo Rd\, Cleveland)\nSuccessful bandleaders share their strategies and stories about managing their own music business and working well with musicians\, booking agents\, technicians\, venues\, etc. \nFree Event! RSVP here \nGuest Speakers: Anthony Taddeo (Alla Boara/Alba Trio) and Robert Hubbard (Hubb’s Groove)\n  \n\n\n\nStay for The 2×4 Songwriter Showcase immediately following the workshop. \n2×4 Artists include: \n\nAshley Gulla\nJeffrey Cruz\nNostalgic Amnesia\nJp Hamm\n\nThe Cleveland Rocks Shop is an intimate venue with LIMITED capacity. Please arrive early to grab a seat! \nThis event is made possible with support from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. \n2×4 Songwriter Showcase Artist Bios: \nAshley GullaAfter 8+ years of singing in and around Cleveland in an acoustic cover band\, Ashley Gulla is just stepping out as a solo singer-songwriter. Her sound blends elements of folk\, country and contemporary pop. She is thrilled to be sharing her original music.\nhttps://www.instagram.com/ashleygulla/\nJeffrey CruzHailing from Cleveland\, Ohio\, Jeffrey Cruz is an artist leaning in on soul and pop-inspired melodies. With storytelling lyrics and vocals at the forefront\, Jeffrey blends rhythmic and soothing grooves through his music. It’s a blend of nostalgic sounds with contemporary lyricism and harmony. It’s a journey into the highs and lows of emotion\, making you feel as though you’re right there\, in the middle of the exclusive rhythm and blues.\nhttps://www.jeffreycruzmusic.com/\nNostalgic Amnesia is the moniker for alternative rock songwriter Camille Champa\, unleashing raw\, grunge-inspired\, punk blues. Hailing from the gritty streets of Cleveland\, Ohio\, Camille is a seasoned singer-songwriter and guitarist with a passion for raw\, authentic rock music. Drawing inspiration from 70s and 90s rock legends alike\, her sound channels the rebellious spirit of classic rock while infusing it with a modern edge that is unmistakably her own.\nhttps://linktr.ee/nostalgicamnesia\nJp HammJp hamm is a singer songwriter that has been on the local Cleveland music scene for over 25 years. He grew up on the Eastside of Cleveland\, his family was from the south\, so his music can transform from old school hip hop to southern roots and the back flip into a reggae vibe. His songs are heartfelt and in a blink of an eye\, they will be silly. A twist of humor guaranteed to make you smile.
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LOCATION:Cleveland Rocks Shop\, 15801 Waterloo Road\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44119\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Celebration of Cleveland Rock History! with Deanna Adams & Ray Carr
DESCRIPTION:A Celebration of Cleveland Rock History! with Deanna Adams & Ray Carr\nSunday\, Jul 27\nDoors: 11:30 AM / Show: 12:00 PM\nBeachland Ballroom\n$15 Donation.\nhttps://www.beachlandballroom.com/e/13761354/a-celebration-of-cleveland-rock-history-with-deanna-adams-ray-carr/\nPrimarily Seated\, General Admission.\nAll Proceeds to benefit Cleveland Rocks: Past Present Future \nThe lineup includes: \n\nSteve Popovich Jr.\nEric Sosinski\nBill Peters\nFran Belkin\nDavid Spero\nAnnie Zaleski\nPolly  Zaremba-Dudek of the Clevelend Band
URL:https://clevelandrocksppf.org/event/a-celebration-of-cleveland-rock-history-with-deanna-adams-ray-carr/
LOCATION:Beachland Ballroom & Tavern\, 15711 Waterloo Rd\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CRPPF
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Breaking the Mold - Building DIY Scenes and Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Cleveland Rocks: PPF’s Professional Development Workshops are held on the third Monday of the month from 7-9pm at the Cleveland Rocks Shop (15801 Waterloo Rd.). Each workshop will focus on a different music-related topic with discussions from 7-8pm\, followed by a 2×4 Songwriter Showcase from 8-9pm featuring 4 different artists\, 2 songs each. \nBreaking the Mold: Building DIY Scenes and Spaces\nMon\, August 18\, 2025 • 7-9pm\nCleveland Rocks Shop (15801 Waterloo Rd\, Cleveland)\nThis panel explores the power and complexity of DIY culture as a tool for community-building\, artistic autonomy\, and resistance. We’ll dive into the challenges of throwing your own shows\, managing logistics with limited resources\, amplifying marginalized voices\, and creating art when the industry and status quo are working against you. Whether you’re booking your first gig or dreaming of building your own scene\, this conversation centers real-world strategies and hard-won wisdom. \nFree Event! RSVP here \nCurated By: Robin “Hyperius” Blake\nPanelists: Dave Ziggy\, Navy Jayde\, and Robin “Hyperius” Blake\n \n\n\n\nStay for The 2×4 Songwriter Showcase immediately following the workshop. \n2×4 Artists include: \n\nDave Ziggy\nJinari Kemet\nTheresa May\nBlack Voltron (unplugged)\n\nThe Cleveland Rocks Shop is an intimate venue with LIMITED capacity. Please arrive early to grab a seat! \nThis event is made possible with support from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. \n2×4 Songwriter Showcase Artist Bios: \nDave ZiggyInstagram: @daveziggy44Dave is a Cleveland-based polymath: producer\, MC\, curator\, and event organizer. As founder of Ziggy Presents\, he’s thrown countless genre-defying shows that center authenticity and inclusion.\n\nNavy JaydeInstagram: @joinmy.navyNavy Jayde is a DJ\, and organizer who’s helped shape DIY nightlife and queer-centered events throughout the Midwest. Their work champions QTBIPOC liberation through sound\, sweat\, and shared space — always prioritizing community\, safety\, and joy. The former owner of Black Punx Press\, and the creator of Enigma\, a reclamation of techno as a genre\, they have been making moves on the DIY circuit for years.\n\nRobin “Hyperius” BlakeInstagram: @hyperiusblakeRobin Blake (aka Hyperius) is a musician\, composer\, and multi-disciplinary creative whose work bridges tech\, Black futurism\, and spiritual groove. As the bandleader of Black Voltron\, he’s helped lead large-scale independent productions\, merging hip hop\, jazz\, and liberation. He’s also a 2025 recipient of the Cleveland Arts Prize Verge Fellowship for Music.\n\nJinari KemetInstagram: @jinari_kemetCleveland rapper and multi-instrumentalist Jinari Kemet is a versatile performer\, bending genres and making a scene on stage\n\nTheresa MayInstagram: @mochatrumpetgal\nTheresa J. May (she/her) is a versatile trumpeter\, educator\, and advocate originally from Shaker Heights\, Ohio. She holds a Master of Music degree from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Dayton. Currently\, Theresa serves as an adjunct faculty member at Cuyahoga Community College\, where she teaches Applied Trumpet and World Music.\nA passionate advocate for equity and inclusion\, Theresa co-founded the Chromatic Brass Collective\, which champions diversity in the brass community. She is also a member of the International Society for Black Musicians (ISBM)\, an organization dedicated to elevating Black musicians and their contributions to music scholarship.\n\nBlack Voltron (Unplugged)Instagram: @blackvoltronbandBlack Voltron delivers electrifying live performances\, blending classical training\, church roots\, and diverse lived experiences. Their versatile musicianship captivates audiences in venues of all sizes\, conveying raw energy and emotion\, and giving “goosebumps”. Transcending genre boundaries\, they create a unique sound that fuses jazz\, hip-hop\, neo-soul\, house/disco\, and world music\, honoring the Black Diaspora while innovating contemporary music. When Black Voltron unites\, they can play “anything”.
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LOCATION:Cleveland Rocks Shop\, 15801 Waterloo Road\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44119\, United States
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SUMMARY:Workshop & 2x4 Showcase: Artist Management
DESCRIPTION:Cleveland Rocks: PPF’s Professional Development Workshops are held on the third Monday of the month from 7-9pm at the Cleveland Rocks Shop (15801 Waterloo Rd.). Each workshop will focus on a different music-related topic with discussions from 7-8pm\, followed by a 2×4 Songwriter Showcase from 8-9pm featuring 4 different artists\, 2 songs each. \nArtist Management\nMon\, September 15\, 2025 • 7-9pm\nCleveland Rocks Shop (15801 Waterloo Rd\, Cleveland) \nFree Event! RSVP here \nGuest Speaker: David Spero\nWhat is the role of a manager\, how to find the right one\, and more! \n\n\n\nStay for The 2×4 Songwriter Showcase immediately following the workshop. \n2×4 Artists include: \n\nVan Arlo\nLex Moda\nThe Berrys\nGreg Thompson\n\nThe Cleveland Rocks Shop is an intimate venue with LIMITED capacity. Please arrive early to grab a seat! \nThis event is made possible with support from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. \n2×4 Songwriter Showcase Artist Bios: \nLex Moda\nLex Moda is the glam-pop\, nonstop rock ’n’ roll machine behind Cleveland’s power rock supergroup Cellophane Jane. The band’s recently released sixth album\, A Party of Cranes\, is a glam-grit rock reckoning about vices\, memory\, and escape. A multi-instrumentalist and studio rat\, Lex blurs the line between artist\, producer\, and walking exclamation point. This summer\, he was selected as the 2025 Artist in Residence for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.\nwww.instagram.com/lex_moda/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/lexmoda\nPhoto by Amber Fitzpatrick\n–\nThe Berrys\nThe Berrys are a Folk-Rock band led by husband and wife singer-songwriters\, Rob and Adrienne Berry. They are known for their strong harmonies and intricate yet relatable lyrics. The Berrys often draw comparisons to the style of artists like Chris Stapleton and Fleetwood Mac. The Berrys captivate audiences and draw in their listeners with music that sinks into their hearts and souls.\ntheberrysmusic.com\n–\nGreg Thompson\nOriginally from Chicago and now based in Lakewood\, Ohio\, Greg is a songwriter with a distinctive voice in the NEOhio music scene. For over 15 years\, he has built a catalog of original work that reflects both his artistic vision and relentless drive.\nhttps://gregplusguitar.com/\nhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/greg/1445435988\nhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/5EKPJ0fQukGgQygB2pHfFj\n–\nVan Arlo\nVan Arlo is the indie-acoustic project of Ohio-based singer-songwriter Ben Marthey\, whose music blends raw vulnerability with cinematic arrangements and roots-driven storytelling. Inspired by artists like City and Colour\, Zach Bryan\, and Gregory Alan Isakov\, Van Arlo crafts songs that feel lived-in equal parts grit and grace with lyrics that speak directly to the restless heart.Known for its emotionally charged live performances\, Van Arlo has earned regional acclaim and national attention\, recently being nominated for Best New Artist at the Cleveland Music Awards. The project has been featured on NPR’s Ideastream and the Fox 8 Morning Show\, expanding its reach to audiences looking for authenticity in a saturated musical landscape.Van Arlo has opened for national touring acts including Birdtalker at the House of Blues Cleveland and continues to build momentum through standout performances at iconic venues like The Bluebird Café and Commodore Grille in Nashville\, The Rialto Theatre in Akron\, and the House of Blues Crossroads Stage\, where the band remains a recurring presence. The project also headlined Cleveland Beer Week’s Farm Fest\, further cementing its reputation for delivering moving\, crowd-connecting shows.At its core\, Van Arlo is not just a band — it’s a musical conversation about longing\, resilience\, and the search for meaning. With roots in Northeast Ohio and eyes set on a broader horizon\, Van Arlo is steadily becoming a name synonymous with honest songwriting and unforgettable live moments\nhttps://vanarlo.com/\nhttps://www.instagram.com/van_arlo/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/vanarloband/\nhttps://www.youtube.com/@vanarlo-official2426/videos
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LOCATION:Cleveland Rocks Shop\, 15801 Waterloo Road\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44119\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wax & Tracks Fest
DESCRIPTION:The Vinyl Groove Records presents the End-of-Summer Wax & Tracks Fest!\n5100 Pearl Rd.\, Cleveland\, OH (Old Brooklyn)\nSaturday\, September 20\, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM\n(Rain date: Sunday\, September 21)\nFree community event\nJoin us at The Vinyl Groove Records for a day-long celebration of music\, vinyl culture\, and community in Cleveland’s historic Old Brooklyn music complex—the same spot that once housed Peaches Records & Tapes\, Coconuts Music & Movies\, and Space Invaders. \nThe Fest will feature: \n\nCurated vinyl + artist vendors (in partnership with Northeast Ohio Vinyl Club)\nLive music inside & outside throughout the day\nExclusive in-store specials + memorabilia\nCharity raffle benefiting Cleveland Rocks: Past\, Present & Future (100% of proceeds go directly to the nonprofit)\nSpecial Little Grooves Corner complete with decorate-your-own vinyl and more\n\nSpecial Guest: Annie Zaleski\nMeet acclaimed music journalist and author Annie Zaleski\, signing books from 1–4 PM. Zaleski is the author of Taylor Swift: The Stories Behind the Songs (NYT & USA Today bestseller)\, Duran Duran’s Rio (Bloomsbury’s 33⅓ series)\, and I Got You Babe: A Celebration of Cher. Her writing has appeared in The Guardian\, NPR Music\, Salon\, and Classic Pop. Don’t miss the chance to connect with one of today’s most respected music writers and take home a signed copy of her books. \nWhether you’re a crate-digger\, music lover\, or just looking for a fun community event\, the Vinyl Groove’s End-of-Summer Wax & Tracks Fest is the perfect way to close out summer.
URL:https://clevelandrocksppf.org/event/wax-tracks-fest/
LOCATION:The Vinyl Groove\, 5100 Pearl Rd\, Suite 208\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44129\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T170000
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SUMMARY:Music Biz Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Music Biz Roadshow\nSeptember 30th • Doors open at 5pm\nThe Vinyl Groove Records – 5100 Pearl Rd\, Suite 208\nRegister Here \nEvery City is a Music City! \nEspecially you\, Cleveland – That’s why we’re bringing our Roadshow to you in 2025! \nThe Music Business Association creates the rooms where important conversations about the future of our industry are held. Not everyone can make it to the Annual Music Biz Conference\, sowe bring these rooms to YOU through our Music Biz Roadshow! These events bring elements of our popular Annual Conference to cities where music and enterpreneurship are thriving to connect our members with local artists & music executives. Our high-level panels and fireside chats will education communities on today’s music ecosystem\, followed with a cocktail mixer to build new relationships among players in the global music industry! \nHosted by Music Business Association\, Cleveland Rocks:PPF\, and The Vinyl Groove \nSponsored by Mechanical Licensing Collective and Open on Sunday \n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nSCHEDULE\n\n\n\n\n\n5 PM ET – Doors Open\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5:30 PM ET – Presentation by Open On Sunday\nOpen On Sunday was formed as a way for musical artists of all genres and catalog sizes to get cash when and how they need it. Today we are building the fastest\, most flexible digital platform for unlocking your music catalog’s wealth . . . even on Sundays. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter: \n\nMarc Thompson\, Director of Communications \nMalcolm Thompson\, President & Co-Founder\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5:45 PM ET – Where’s My Money? (And How Do I Get It?)\nDid you know that when you write a song\, record a song\, and release a song\, different rights are created and royalties are tied to those rights automatically? Our expert panel will explore the various types of rights and royalties – mechanical\, performance\, etc. – and explain where to find what you’re owed. Learn how to effectively track your earnings\, understand your rights\, and maximize your income from your music. Bring your questions and let’s unlock the mysteries of making music! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nModerator: \n\nPortia Sabin\, President\, Music Business Association\n\nSpeakers: \n\nMalcolm Thompson\, President & Co-Founder\,  Open On Sunday\nKayla Ott\, Senior Director of Marketing\, MLC\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6:30 PM ET – Presentation by Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC)\nSHOW ME THE MONEY! How To Get Paid When Your Music is Streamed \nAre you tapping into all the royalty dollars that music streaming entitles you to? When your music is streamed on digital platforms\, multiple types of royalties are generated & paid to creators. Join us for a presentation by the MLC\, which will break down the digital music landscape today\, explaining the different rights involved and the royalties due to creators of both musical works & sound recordings. This is your chance to ensure you’re not leaving money on the table! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenter:  \n\nKayla Ott\, Senior Director of Marketing\, MLC\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7:15 PM ET – Your Music\, Your Team: Team-Building for Artists\nWhat are the various roles artists need to play today\, and when is it time to involve other people? Learn how and when to build the right team to support and grow your career as an artist\, what you should do yourself\, and what you need to be aware of so that you control your own business. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nModerator: \n\nPortia Sabin\, President\, Music Business Association\n\nSpeakers: \n\nKaitlyn Moore\, SVP of Marketing\, mTheory\nDavid Spero\, a recent addition to the Personal Manager’s Hall of Fame\, David Spero\nBrittany Benton\, Owner\, Brittany’s Record Shop\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7:45 PM ET –  Cocktail Mixer & Networking\nGrab a drink to close out the program & mingle with the evening’s speakers\, as well as your fellow artist attendees! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://clevelandrocksppf.org/event/music-biz-roadshow/
LOCATION:The Vinyl Groove\, 5100 Pearl Rd\, Suite 208\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44129\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CRPPF
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SUMMARY:2025 Rock Solid Gala: Benefit for Cleveland Rocks:PPF
DESCRIPTION:4TH ANNUAL ROCK SOLID GALA\nA Benefit for Cleveland Rocks: Past\, Present\, Future.Since 2020\, we’ve contracted over 300 artists and industry experts\, provided workshops to 150+ creatives since 2023\, and in 2025 alone\, helped engage over 100\,000 viewers through online streams. We also advocate for policies and initiatives that strengthen the music ecosystem—partnering with city officials\, promoting music tourism\, and working with local businesses to boost economic impact.\n.\nOur year-round programs and services support equitable infrastructure\, career development\, and expanded opportunities across all genres. Cleveland music creatives spend nearly $7\,900 annually on music services—contributing to a $29.58 million local impact\, including $5.16 million in recording. Live music alone brings in $58 million each year and fuels over 15\,000 performances annually.\n.\nWith a mission focused on original music makers and the establishments that support them\, CR:PPF provides impactful support that solidifies this rock solid truth: Cleveland IS A Music City..Join us and show your support:\nSaturday\, October 18\, 2025\nTreelawn Music Hall15335 Waterloo Rd\, Cleveland.\n.\nCocktail Hour with light snacks 6-7pm.Event Starts at 7pm.\n\nEnjoy sets from local bands and artists who are moving the Cleveland music scene forward.\nBid on some unique and one of a kind raffle prizes and local auction items including house concerts\, tickets\, apparel\, gift baskets and more.\nHear from music community advocates and leaders who are passionate about driving the local music sector forward.\nEnjoy a catered dinner and a cash bar while you mingle with your peers\, swap your favorite stories and toast to a great night out for a great cause.\n\n\nTICKETS\nGeneral Admission: $175Your ticket includes parking pass\, 2 drink tickets and a catered dinner.\nBuy Tickets. \nMASTER OF CEREMONIES\nBrent Kirby \nPERFORMANCES BY\nWelshly Arms\nKid Tigrrr\nNavasha Daya \nSPONSORS\nHeadliner Sponsors:Nick and Lorie HowleyTito’s Vodka\n. \nOpening Act Sponsors:Anjie and Jim AndersonJerry Mizer and Jamie BelkinRock & Roll Hall of FameSchool of Rock Cleveland \n.\nWarm Up Sponsors:Judy and Jack BoessneckBenesch LawChagrin Falls Popcorn Shop\nGotta Groove RecordsTim ConnorsPam and Adam FishmanRichard Greco\nFanon HillShelly NorehadTerry and Sally Stewart\n.\nSponsorships:Packages beginning at $1\,000. Contact Lisa Paul-Sierk at 216-926-1702 or development@clevelandrocksppf.org.
URL:https://clevelandrocksppf.org/event/2025-rock-solid-gala-benefit-for-cleveland-rocksppf/
LOCATION:The Treelawn\, 15335 Waterloo Road\, Cleveland\, Ohio\, 44110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CRPPF
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T180000
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SUMMARY:Workshop & 2x4 Showcase: The Importance of College and Community Radio
DESCRIPTION:Cleveland Rocks: PPF’s Professional Development Workshops are held on the third Monday of the month. Each workshop will focus on a different music-related topic\, followed by a 2×4 Songwriter Showcase featuring 4 different artists\, 2 songs each. \nThe Importance of College and Community Radio\nMon\, October 20\, 2025 • 6pm\nBeachland Ballroom (15711 Waterloo Rd) \nFree Event! RSVP here \nPanelists: Alison Bomgardner (XCSB)\, Liam Main (XCSB)\, Jasen Sokol (WJCU)\, Rachel Hunt (WRUW)\nWith the recent elimination of CSU’s college radio station WCSB\, October’s workshop will feature a panel discussion with staff from local radio stations to discuss the importance of college and community radio. \n\n\n\nStay for The 2×4 Songwriter Showcase immediately following the workshop. \n2×4 Artists include: \n\nNicole Otero\nJessica Jonczyk\nMoon Cactus\nJosee McGee\n\nThis event is made possible with support from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. \n2×4 Songwriter Showcase Artist Bios: \n\nNicole OteroNicole Otero is a singer/songwriter based in Cleveland\, Ohio with heavy folk influences. From Nick Drake to Joni Mitchell\, Nicole channels an energy through her finger-picking and introspective lyrics sorely missing from the local scene.https://nicoleoterosings.bandcamp.com/album/home-recordings\n\nJessica JonczykJessica Jonczyk is a cellist and singer-songwriter from Akron\, performing either as a soloist\, in a duet or with her full band project\, “Rustic Skies.” With a background in orchestral composition and music theory\, she aims to take musical traditions of the past and approach them with a modern outlook.\n\nMoon CactusCleveland-based multi-instrumentalist producer Moon Cactus fuses jazz\, pop\, indie rock\, and hip-hop into unique tracks with unforgettable melodies. Seamlessly transitioning from trumpet to guitar to vocals during live performances\, Moon Cactus shows are one of a kind. Exploring themes of love\, purpose\, and mental health\, Moon Cactus strives to inspire others to pursue what they love with purpose and resilience.https://www.instagram.com/mooncactusmusic/\n\nJosee McGee\nJosee McGee is a singer-songwriter from NE Ohio with a style that blends jazz\, 2000s pop\, soul\, and ‘70s folk. Known for her clever harmonies and honest lyrics\, her original music and covers explore themes of connection\, self-acceptance\, and personal growth. With an emphasis on variety in her setlists\, her voice and love for the craft makes for easy-listening and a lasting impression.\nhttps://www.joseemcgeemusic.com/
URL:https://clevelandrocksppf.org/event/workshop-2x4-showcase-college-radio/
LOCATION:Beachland Ballroom & Tavern\, 15711 Waterloo Rd\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CRPPF,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T210000
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SUMMARY:Workshop & 2x4 Showcase: Accounting and Record Keeping for Musicians and Small Music Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Cleveland Rocks: PPF’s Professional Development Workshops are held on the third Monday of the month. Each workshop will focus on a different music-related topic\, followed by a 2×4 Songwriter Showcase featuring 4 different artists\, 2 songs each. \nAccounting and Record Keeping for Musicians and Small Music Businesses\nMon\, November 17\, 2025 • 7pm\nCleveland Rocks Shop (15801 Waterloo Rd)\nFree Event! RSVP here \nGuest Speaker: Brian E Shriefer\, CPA\n  \nStay for The 2×4 Songwriter Showcase immediately following the workshop.\n2×4 Artists: The Mars Express\, Corissa Bragg\, Rick Sockel and Peter Ray.\nThis event is made possible with support from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. \n\n\n\nBios:  \nThe Mars Express delivers musical experiences that resonate with all audiences. Our passion for jazz\, neo-soul\, and funk drives us to create a sonic journey that captivates and inspires. Berklee alumnus\, Mars Q and vocalist\, Sara Smile\, join together as a duo or in full band format. Sara’s love for astronomy and metaphysics comes alive in her lyrical melodies atop harmonized flavors created by Mars. Original music is written to raise vibrations and often played in 432hz. We’d love to help open your mind to new musical ideas and lyrical concepts. Our performances offer instrument solos\, expressive jams and smooth dynamic vocals.www.themarsexpress.comwww.facebook.com/TheMarsExpresswww.instagram.com/themarsexpress\n\nRick Sockel has been playing guitar for more than 50 years.His influences are many and diverse. He grew up listening to rock & roll and Motown. He also likes folk music\, traditional country\, bluegrass and reggae. Over the years\, Rick has played with many local bands. Whether it’s electric or acoustic\, folk\, country or rock & roll. You’ll also hear the blues integrated into his playing.www.ricksockel.com\n\nCorissa BraggAfter a decade in Nashville and a long break from songwriting\, Corissa’s return to Cleveland reignited her creative fire. What began as a homecoming quickly became a musical rebirth\, with songs pouring out that capture the grit\, mood\, and heart of the city itself. Drawing on her roots in raw\, emotional folk-rock\, Corissa channels both tenderness and ferocity\, weaving stories that cut deep and linger. Her forthcoming album\, born from this wave of inspiration\, is brought to life with the support of a powerhouse band: Lex Moda (Cellophane Jane)\, Lovest Watson III (Femi Kuti\, Brain Bacon)\, and Skyler Keffer (Orefice Roth). Together\, they create a sound that is moody\, dynamic\, and unflinchingly heartfelt — a blend reminiscent of early ’90s female indie performers but distinctly her own. On stage\, Corissa and her band deliver performances that are intimate yet electrifying\, pulling audiences in with raw vulnerability and holding them with undeniable presence.Bio – Corissa Bragg Musicwww.corissabragg.comhttps://www.facebook.com/corissa.braggwww.instagram.com/corissabragg\n\nPeter Ray“Broken Bones” original song by Peter Ray.Performed [LIVE] by Peter Ray https://youtu.be/e32hCKBy0isWho? https://youtu.be/KUDXtCnuKDAThe Beast of Ignorance (Happiness Is A Battle) https://youtu.be/QDpsH7n2P44https://facebook.com/PeterRayMusic
URL:https://clevelandrocksppf.org/event/workshop-2x4-showcase-accounting/
LOCATION:Cleveland Rocks Shop\, 15801 Waterloo Road\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CRPPF,Workshop
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SUMMARY:John Lennon Remembered 2025
DESCRIPTION:John Lennon Remembered 2025\nProceeds supporting Cleveland Rocks: Past\, Present\, Future \n\n\n\nDecember 7\, 2025\nBeachland Ballroom\n\n\nDoors: 5:00 pm / Show: 6:00 pm\nGet tickets\n\n\n\n\nEver read a list of “people who changed the world?” You’ll find a lot of influential names–spiritual leaders\, scientists\, inventors\, politicians–people whose lives\, for better or worse\, had significant and lasting effects on cultures and society. On lists of folks who changed the world for better\, you’ll find some from the arts. What vision\, to be remembered by history along side figures such as Albert Einstein and Ghandi. I assure you\, very few rock stars are on these lists. The shining jewel of influential rock stars\, in many eyes\, is John Lennon. Cream of the crop\, bees-knees\, cats pajamas\, or “toppermost of the poppermost” (a phrase he coined in the 1960s)\, Lennon’s catalog of music\, along side his outspoken activism\, has had lasting effect on so many aspects of world-wide society\, including pop culture\, spiritualism\, politics\, and of course\, music. The music of John Lennon has caused intense reactions\, ever since the days of screaming throngs of fans descended upon airports. It may have all started with catchy\, infectious hooks such as\, “yeah\, yeah\, yeah\,” (She Loves You\, 1964)\, but the hooks like\, “All You Need is Love\,” “Give Peace a Chance\,” and “…imagine all the people…” are only a few examples of Lennon’s catalog and its powerful influence. The world needed it and the world wanted it in the 1960s\, and we still do\, well into the 21st century. On December 7th\, 2025\, a collection of artists and performers from the Greater Cleveland Area gather at the Beachland Ballroom to honor John Lennon’s legacy by performing songs in his memory during the John Lennon Remembered Concert. The brain-child of Kendall Stauffer\, the John Lennon Remembered Concert has run annually for many seasons. The Beachland is delighted to bring this event back. \nPerformers include: Kendall Stauffer Band\, Marc Stauffer Band\, Robin Stratton\, Colette Gschwind\, Brian Henke\, Mark Teifenbach\, The Sidemen\, Twisted Vibes\, Nick and Lori\, Angelle Sheridan\, Charlie Weiner\, Ted Riser and Tom Vail\, and more!
URL:https://clevelandrocksppf.org/event/14295/
LOCATION:Beachland Ballroom & Tavern\, 15711 Waterloo Rd\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Concerts
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