Cleveland.com – April 13, 2022 – National Independent Venue Association to host first conference in Cleveland
The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) will invite members from around the country to Cleveland for its first-ever conference, set for July 11-12. Hosted at various independent venues in Cleveland, the two days of NIVA ‘22 will feature programming, panels, educational sessions, conversations with industry experts and more, all focused on independent live entertainment.
Read MoreCleveland.com – March 25, 2022 – Michael Stanley’s family gives first donations through 10,000 Watts of Holy Light Fund
Michael Stanley’s family honored the Cleveland musician on what would have been his 74th birthday by giving the first group of donations from the new 10,000 Watts of Holy Light Fund.
Read MoreCleveland.com – Feb. 14, 2022 – Local musicians announce street performances during NBA All-Star Weekend
ListenCLE, a local music organization, has arranged an outdoor busking schedule, Feb. 18-20, to showcase various bands and artists in outdoor spaces during the major event. A few live art performances will also take place, according to a ListenCLE announcement.
Read MoreCelebrityAccess.com – Nov 2, 2021 – The Rock Hall Recognizes NIVA’s Contribution To Saving Live Music
The National Independent Venue Association was in full force at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday as the Rock Hall’s leadership paid tribute to the organization for their efforts on behalf of the live events industry during the dark days of COVID-19.
Read MoreWKSU.org – October 7, 2021 – ‘Not Just About Yesterday’: The Rock Hall Turns the Spotlight on Cleveland’s Music Scene
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will induct its newest class this month. And while the spotlight will shine on icons from Tina Turner to The Go-Gos, the Rock Hall is sharing the stage with the musicians right outside its doors.
Read MoreCleveland.com – September 28, 2021 – British rock band Idles releases new single in honor of Beachland Ballroom
British rock band Idles has honored Cleveland indie music venue The Beachland Ballroom with its newest single, named after the Waterloo neighborhood hotspot.
Read MoreGrammy.com – May 20, 2021 – Cleveland’s Music Scene Mainstays Discuss The City’s Past, Present & Post-Pandemic Future
To celebrate Cleveland's integral role in today's music landscape, the city's movers and shakers tell GRAMMY.com about the current state of the music scene in C-town
Read MoreWKYC – February 27, 2021 – Area artists raising money to help Northeast Ohio music venues survive
Cleveland area musicians of different backgrounds, genres and techniques are on a mission to save local venues after the pandemic shut down so many.
Read MoreCool Cleveland – February 23, 2021 – Local Musicians Produce Charity Record to Help Independent Venues
The ’80s was the golden age of charity records, when large groups of musicians would come together to record a song, each taking a small chunk and joining together for the uplifting chorus of “We Are the World” or “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” usually to feed hungry people somewhere in the world. Lots of groups, including local musicians, picked up on those star-studded efforts.
Read MoreCleveland Scene – February 16, 2021 – Local Musicians Collaborate on Single To Benefit Cleveland Clubs
Local singer-songwriter Ariel Karas and Brent Kirby recently teamed up to organize a special collaborative music project to help save Cleveland's independent music venues.
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