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SUMMARY:Waterloo Makes Music: Wave Rowanne and Black Voltron
DESCRIPTION:Waterloo Makes Music is a free concert series\, presented by Cleveland Rocks: Past\, Present\, Future\, showcasing acts from the Cleveland music scene at various locations in the Waterloo Arts & Entertainment District. \nFri\, September 5\, 2025 • 6:30-8:30pm\nWaterloo Tower Stage (E.156th at Waterloo Rd). \nBlack Voltron\nBlack 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\, disco/house\, hip-hop\, neo-soul\, and world music\, honoring the Black Diaspora while innovating contemporary music. When Black Voltron unites\, they can play “anything”.\nhttps://www.instagram.com/blackvoltronband/ \nWave Rowanne\nWave Magnetik (producer and trumpeter) and Rowanne Atallah (Lebanese performing artist) have joined musical forces creating melodic infectious dance music symbolizing unity in diversity. Combining Rowanne’s middle eastern roots and Wave’s jazz background\, they have given birth to a new electronic dance music era called “Hayete.”\nhttps://wavemagnetik.com/waverowanne\nhttps://www.facebook.com/wavemagnetik\nhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/3jExYUmKkphPdj9sUmVyGc\nhttps://www.instagram.com/waverowanne/ \n\n\nFree Event!  RSVP Here\n\n\nThis event is made possible with support from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. \n 
URL:https://clevelandrocksppf.org/event/waterloo-makes-music-waverowanne-blackvoltron/
LOCATION:Waterloo Tower\, Waterloo Rd at 156th St.\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44110\, 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: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
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