There is so much to see and do this weekend, and it's going to be unseasonably warm - so please support your local original musicians!
Friday February 17th
Credit: Libby Ballengee
Credit: Libby Ballengee
Classical fans, this weekend provides the awesome opportunity to see The
perform Mozart's vivacious comedy
The Abduction from the Seraglio,
which features rollicking Turkish-flavored music, virtuosic solo singing, stupendous duets and ensembles, and the exotic setting of a Turkish harem. You may remember this from the movie
Amadeus!
start at $28. For this production there is also a special on "The Crow's Nest" (Upper Balcony) for just $10! 8pm show. Also 3pm on Sunday Feb 19th.
Alternative rock fans have a couple "don't miss" events themselves, which includes Friday night's show at Blind Bob's, featuring Andy Gabbard with Grape Wizzard, Andy Smith, and R. Ring. The latter band includes Dayton legend Kelley Deal, which is always fun! Lots of excitement brewing for this one - so get there early! Show 10pm. $5 cover. 21+
Down the street at Trolley Stop, catch The Pullouts EP Release Party for their newest release"Knights of the Morning After." This band is excellent for a variety of audiences, with their piano-led originals that mix pop, blues and rock influences. Enjoy! Show 9:30pm. $5 cover. 21+
Looking for a good ole time? Check out
& Friends at Oregon Express. Charlie is a local singer and musician, who you may remember as one of the soulful singers in the Such a Night: Last Waltz tribute show. This will be a fun time for sure! 9:30pm. $5 cover. 21+
A highly anticipated show is happening over at Jimmie's Ladder 11 with Indianapolis's Brother O' Brother, and Dayton's own Yardboss and NOVAGOLD all rockin' out. Music starts at 10pm. $5 cover. 21+
Up north, catch another album release show at Oscar's Bar in Vandalia. Winchester Grey's long anticipated album will be available for the first time, plus see them live! If you're a fan of The Lumineers or The Civil Wars, check this band out. Adding to the fun and excitement are two other awesome area bands, Zane and the Sway and Salvadore Ross. 9pm show. $5 cover.
If you're west of town, make the drive over to see Cincinnati's Wild Mountain Berries at Taffy's of Eaton. This dynamic two-piece blends of Americana, Blues, Jazz, Country, and a touch of Gypsy! Performing 8-11pm.
Saturday February 18th
Celtic music fan alert! Scythian, who regularly headlines at Dayton's Celtic Fest and always crushes it, is back in town performing at the Victoria Theatre. Sons O'Blarney are also on the bill. Tickets start at $25. Show starts at 8pm. For tickets: 937-228-3630 or www.ticketcenterstage.com
>> To find out much more about the Scythian show, click here!
Country fans will be excited to hear that Frank Foster is performing at Oddbody's Music Room this evening. This Nashville crooner has an independent spirit and always puts on a great show! Doors 7pm. Show 7:30pm. $15 advance. $18 day of show. 18+
Awesome benefit show downtown at Blind Bob's, to benefit Abolition Ohio, whose mission is to stir society's conscience to action against all forms of trafficking and slavery. After Ashton Kutcher's stirring testimony this week, I think that is something we can all agree on! Plus there is simply fantastic live music by: The Sloanes, Tino, and The Nightbeast. Show starts at 9pm. $5 cover. 21+
Dayt
on musicians encourage you to be part of the change you want to see! I concur! The "
" show is a great way to do just that, and show your support for the people of Flint, Michigan. Proceeds will go to United way of Genesee County. Live performances feature
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Across the neighborhood, you can catch Radar and 53rd & 3rd (Ramones Tribute) at South Park Tavern. For Ramones fans, this has got to be on your to-do list this weekend! Have fun! Show starts at 9:30pm.
The Lucky Dutch have come all the way from Chicago to perform at Trolley Stop on Saturday night. They are a guitar driven roots rock band, that's worth checking out for sure! 9:30pm. $5 cover. 21+
Reggae fans in Yellow Springs, brace yourselves! Rockstead and Elementree Livity Project are in town and rockin' out Peach's Saturday night. Truly going to be a great time, sure to bring a smile to everyone's face! Elementree Livity Project will perform 10-11:45pm. Rockstead performs 12-1:45am. $5 cover.
Jazz fans - don't forget about the live jazz every single night of the week at Blue Note Bistro & Lounge in Miamisburg! Beautiful setting and great music. Perfect date night whenever you are feeling the mood.
As always, thank you for supporting live music!
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