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The Big ShaBang Concert Features Exciting Regional Music

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The Big ShaBang is back! The concert showcase is the brain child of 19 year old local music phenom, Eleanor Dakota with support from Venus Child Productions. Dakota launched her first showcase last fall at The Brightside, and is back with a “Volume 2” edition. This spring showcase features awesome five musical acts: Six Foot Blond, Crabswithoutlegs, Frank Calzada, Keita, along with Dakota herself performing.

If you are looking for a fun night out that of new, hip music (that’s early – over by 10:30pm!) – this is the show for you! Head over to The Brightside for another special evening. The venue has quickly become one of the city’s favorite places to discover emerging talent.

This particular event includes the Dayton Battle of the Bands winners, Crabswithoutlegs, along with special guest Six Foot Blond from Bloomington, who are making their Dayton debut! The show kicks off with three special solo sets. Prepare for an eclectic evening that will remind longtime Dayton music fans of a night at Gilly’s or Canal Street Tavern.

There will be a food truck on site: Phat & Rich. Check out their Mexican inspired menu here: https://phatandrich.com/

Six Foot Blond is making their Dayton debut on May 11th at The Brightside

HOW TO GO?

Thursday, May 11, 2023

at The Brightside Music & Event Venue (905 E 3rd St., Dayton, OH)

Doors open 7pm / Show starts 7:30pm / Ends at 10:30pm

All ages welcome!

Advance tickets $12 / Day of show $18

Direct link to tickets here: https://www.venuepilot.co/events/75151/orders/new

Note: The venue is handicapped accessible. There is free parking on either side of the building. For info about the venue visit thebrightsidedayton.com

Preview Crabswithoutlegs below!

Dayton Music Rundown for March 2023

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The Ballroom at The Brightside Music & Event Venue

Dayton Music Rundown for March 2023


1. Name of the concert: Jazz Jam
Event Location: Wholly Grounds
825 Wayne Avenue, Dayton, OH 
Date: March 2 , 2023
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Brief event description: NA
Cost of ticket: NA
Ages allowed: NA
Link: https://staging.dayton937.com/event/jazz-jam/2023-03-02

2. Name of the concert: Dayton Ohio – Art Hops at Front Street
Event Location: Front Street
1001 East 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 3 , 2023
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Brief event description: Enjoy live music throughout the complex as you explore studios and galleries, open house style! Shop original artwork, handcrafted home decor, jewelry, clothing, and more from over 250 local artists and artisans. While you hop around campus, enjoy the murals, sculptures, and the architecture of our buildings. Our campus is family and pet friendly. Arthops are always free to attend and we offer free onsite and surrounding parking.
Cost of ticket: NA
Ages allowed: NA

3. Name of the concert: Clark DD Rockin’ Ball
Event Location: Clark County Fairgrounds
4401 South Charleston Pike, Springfield, OH 45502
Date: March 3 , 2023
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Brief event description: Celebrate DD Awareness Month with Developmental Disabilities of Clark County and the Deron Bell Band! Dance the night away with your friends to a mix of funk, Motown, blues, and rock hits. Refreshments will be available for sale.
Cost of ticket: $5 and at the door are $10
Ages allowed: 18+

4. Name of the concert: Dayton Ohio – Contra Dance
Event Location: The Michael Solomon Pavilion
2917 Berkley St., Kettering, OH 45409
Date: March 3 , 2023
Time: 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Brief event description: Let the rhythms lift your feet and your spirits! Join us on first Fridays to dance, socialize, or just sit and listen to some of the best bands and callers in the region. No experience is necessary, all ages are welcome and you don’t need to bring a partner. The caller teaches all dances before they start. Live music at every dance.

5. Name of the concert: MJ Live! – A Tribute to Michael Jackson
Event Location: Arbogast Performing Arts Center
500 S Dorset Rd, Troy, OH 45373
Date: March 4 , 2023
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Brief event description: As the #1 Michael Jackson tribute show in the world, MJ LIVE recreates the electrifying stage show of one of the greatest performers of all time. From iconic dance moves like the moonwalk to timeless hits like “Bad,” “Billie Jean,” “Thriller” and “Beat It,” the spot-on show brings all the Gloved One’s staples to life. Dazzling lighting and effects, plus the MJ LIVE dancers and a live band, make this show a true spectacular fitting of the King of Pop. Relive the energy, excitement, spectacle and pure joy of this legendary superstar and his music.
Cost of ticket: $15-$55
6. Name of the concert: Dayton Ohio – Adult Prom 2023
Event Location: Dayton Arcade
35 W Fourth Street, Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 4 , 2023
Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Brief event description: It is a time to relive the glory days of High School Prom. Put your dancing shoes on, get your prom photo taken, and enjoy the night with friends.
Ages allowed: Adults only

Link: https://www.dubpub.com/st.-patrick-s-day-1.html

7. Name of the concert: Red Temple Pray
Event Location: Blind Bob’s
430 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 5, 2023
Link: https://blindbobs.com/?p=367

8. Name of the concert:  Chloé Arnold’s Syncopated Ladies LIVE
Event Location: Victoria Theatre
138 North Main St., Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 9 , 2023
Time: 7:30 PM
Brief event description: SYNCOPATED LADIES’ viral videos have amassed over 100 million views. They have worked with mega star Beyonce, Fox’s “So You Think You Can Dance” as the winner of the first dance crew battle, performed on “Good Morning America,” at the U.S. Open, and they have also performed to sold-out audiences in their full-length concert, Syncopated Ladies: Live!
Cost of ticket: $20 – $35

9. Name of the concert:  Perspectives: War and Peace
Event Location: The Schuster Center
1 W 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 10, 2023 and March 11, 2023
Time: 7:30 PM
Brief event description: Dayton Philharmonic 2022–2023 Masterworks Series – Perspectives: War and Peace – Schuster Center, downtown Dayton.

10. Name of the concert: Amber Hargett, Jonah Leatherman
Event Location: Blind Bob’s
430 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402, United States
Date: March 10, 2023
Link: https://blindbobs.com/?p=367

11. Name of the concert: DAYTON BATTLE OF THE BANDS FINALE!
Event Location: The Brightside 
905 E 3rd St., Dayton, OH
Date: March 11, 2023
Time: 6pm Doors / 7pm Show
Brief event description: The finale of the Dayton Battle of the Bands features 6 up-and-coming bands! 
Cost of ticket: $15 advance / $20 day of show
Ages allowed: All ages
Link: daytonbattleofthebands.com

12. Name of the concert: Decent Criminal, Vacation
Event Location: Blind Bob’s
430 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 11, 2023
Link: https://blindbobs.com/?p=367

13. Name of the concert:  The Mysterious Maestro
Event Location: The Schuster Center
1 W 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 12, 2023
Time: 2:30 PM
Brief event description: The Dayton Performing Arts Alliance Family Series: The Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra presents The Mysterious Maestro at The Schuster.

14. Name of the concert:  Duane Malinowski Band
Event Location: American Czechoslovakian Club
922 Valley Street, Dayton, OH 45404
Date: March 12, 2023
Time: 3:00 – 7:00pm
Brief event description: Your favorite ballroom selections for your dancing pleasure
Cost of ticket: $10 Members, $11 non-Members

15. Name of the concert:  Dayton Dinner Theater: The Big Lebowski
Event Location: The Brightside Event & Music Venue
905 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 12, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM
Brief event description: Welcome to our movie party! Before the show … indulge in a Chef-inspired creatively-themed dinner from Brock Masterson catering. While you eat … enjoy live music and soundtrack presen
Cost of ticket: $35.00

16. Name of the concert: St. Patrick Day Dance with Duane Malinowski Band
Event Location: American Czechoslovakian Club
922 Valley St. Dayton, OH 45404 
Date: March 12, 2023
Time: 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Brief event description: Duane Malinowski Band, St. Patrick Day Dance
Your favorite ballroom selections for your dancing pleasure!
Cost of ticket: $14 Members, $15 non-Members
Link: https://staging.dayton937.com/event/st-patrick-day-dance-with-duane-malinowski-band

17. DUBLIN PUB 25 year Anniversary ST. PATRICK’S DAY
Event Location:  300 Wayne Ave, Datyon OH
Date: Marcy 17th 

4:30a Admission line pre-check at Wayne Ave entrance, ID’s must be 21 and $10 cover cash only.
5:30a Open serving Breakfast & Guinness – First 100ppl get free St. Patrick’s Day T-shirt.

5:30a Mix 107.7 Morning Show live remote

7a PAUL CULLEN from Ireland (inside stage 7a-10a) 7a JAMESON’S FOLLY, main stage (7a-10a)
10a Free Shuttle Bus starts from Dublin Pub to Flanagans10:30a Master of Ceremonies JIM BUCHER THE TV GUY Hosts Dublin Pub St. Patrick’s Day
10:30a Celtic Academy of Irish Dance, main stage
11a JAMESON’S FOLLY, inside church stage (11a-2p)1a JAMESON’S FOLLY, inside church stage (11a-2p)
11a Jameson Girls on main stage in tent
11a Jameson free photo booth till 5pm
12p MIAMI VALLEY PIPES & DRUMS, main stage
1p MCGOVERN IRISH DANCE main stage
2:30p FATHER, SON & FRIENDS, main stage (1:30p – 5:30p)
3p UNTIL RUST, inside church stage, rock covers (4p-8p)
3:30p MCGOVERN IRISH DANCE main stage
5p Guinness Girls main stage
5:30p CELTIC ACADEMY OF IRISH DANCE – ADULTS
6p Jay Tieber tribute to those who have passed featuring Shawn MacIntyre Hall and “Amazing Grace” on bagpipes. Main stage
7p Jameson Girls Main Stage
8:30 9 CASTLE CLOSE, Celtic Rock, main stage
9p WHITE KNUCKLE WEEKEND, rock covers, inside church stage (9P – 1A)


18. Name of the concert:  St. Patrick’s Day at Yellow Cab
Event Location: Yellow Cab Tavern
700 E. 4th Street Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 17, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
Brief event description: Green Dayton is a high energy, fun lovin’, hard rockin’ tribute to the band Green Day. Justin Roseberry on guitar and vocals, Bruce Hull on bass and vocals, and Brian Hoeflich on drums.

19. Name of the concert:  Hits! The Musical
Event Location: Victoria Theatre
138 North Main St., Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 17, 2023
Time: 7:30 PM
Brief event description: HITS! THE MUSICAL is a high energy production featuring America’s best young superstars. MAR 17 at the VICTORIA THEATRE, downtown Dayton.
Cost of ticket: $32-$102

20. Name of the concert: Saint Hellion ROCKS Wings for Saint Paddy’s Day! 
Event Location: Wings Sports Bar and Grille- Dixie
7902 N Dixie Dr, Dayton, OH 45414 
Date: March 17, 2023
Time: 2:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Brief event description: We are ROCKING 2 shows in one day!!! Join us at Wing’s for their ALL-DAY EVENT, where Saint Hellion will be headlining at 2pm!
We will then head over to the Courtyard in Englewood to finish them off with all that is ROCK at 7:30pm…
It’s gonna be a WILD DAY so come on out and don’t forget to wear that green!
Link: https://staging.dayton937.com/event/saint-hellion-rocks-wings-for-saint-paddys-day

21. Name of the concert: Paddywhacker
Event Location: Star City Brewing Company
319 S. Second St. Miamisburg, OH 45342 United States
Date: March 17, 2023
Time: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Brief event description: The second of two shows on St. Patrick’s day at Star City Brewing Company!!!
Link: https://staging.dayton937.com/event/paddywhacker

22. Name of the concert: Giant St. Patrick’s Day Blues Party
Event Location: Hidden Gem Music Club
507 Miamisburg-Centerville Road, Washington Township, OH 45459 United States
Date: March 17, 2023
Time: 8:00 pm
Brief event description: The second of two shows on St. Patrick’s day at Star City Brewing Company!!!
Cost of ticket: $20 – $25
Link: https://staging.dayton937.com/event/giant-st-patricks-day-blues-party

23. Name of the concert:  Branford Marsalis Quartet
Event Location: Victoria Theatre
138 North Main St., Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 18, 2023
Time: 7:30 PM
Brief event description: Branford Marsalis has stayed the course. From his early acclaim as a saxophonist bringing new energy and new audiences to jazz, he has refined and expanded his talents and his horizons as a musician, composer, bandleader, and educator – a 21st century mainstay of artistic excellence. The NEA Jazz Master, Grammy Award winner and Tony Award nominee is equally at home performing concertos with symphony orchestras and sitting in with members of the Grateful Dead, but the core of his musical universe remains the BRANFORD MARSALIS QUARTET.
Cost of ticket: $29 – $79
Link: https://www.daytonlocal.com/concerts/branford-marsalis-quartet.asp

23. Name of the concert: Left Lane Cruiser, The Whiteouts, The Most Falcons
Event Location: Blind Bob’s
430 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402, United States
Date: March 18, 2023
Link: https://blindbobs.com/?p=367

24. Name of the concert: Stake Driver, Repentless, Cadaverous, Yfel
Event Location: Blind Bob’s
430 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 19, 2023daytonbattleofthebands.com
Link: https://blindbobs.com/?p=367

25. Name of the concert: Dayton Ohio – TobyMac at the Nutter Center
Event Location: Wright State University Nutter Center
3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton, OH 45435
Date: March 20, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
Brief event description: Multi-Platinum-selling artist TobyMac and the Awakening Foundation announce the 2023 TobyMac Hits Deep Tour artist line-up featuring TobyMac and the DiverseCity band with support from CROWDER, Cochren & Co., Tasha Layton, Jon Reddick, and Terrian. The annual arena tour features 30 dates and will be a night of music and fun for the entire family beginning on January 26th through March 31st.
Cost of ticket: $15-$89

26. Name of the concert: Dayton Ohio – Divas 3
Event Location: Centerville High School
500 East Franklin Street, Centerville, OH 45459
Date: March 20, 2023
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Brief event description: Three female powerhouse voices that sing the biggest hits of the greatest divas in this vibrant show. Spanning 4 decades of chart-toppings hits. Covers the ’60s through the ’90s.
Cost of ticket: $35 adults/$5 students

27. Name of the concert: Dayton Ohio – Anastasia
Event Location: The Schuster Center
1 W 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 21, 2023 – March 26, 2023
Time: 7:30 PM
Brief event description: Inspired by the beloved films, the romantic and adventure-filled new musical ANASTASIA is on a journey to Dayton at last!
Cost of ticket: $26 – $109

28. Name of the concert: Special Guest Wycliffe Gordon and the UD Faculty Jazztet
Event Location: Sears Recital Hall, University of Dayton
300 College Park, Dayton, Ohio 45459
Date: March 22, 2023
Time: 07:30 PM – 09:00 PM
Brief event description: Musical ambassador and interpreter of America’s music, Wycliffe Gordon experiences an impressive career touring the world performing hard-swinging, straight-ahead jazz receiving great acclaim from audiences and critics alike.
Link: https://www.wyso.org/community-calendar/event/special-guest-wycliffe-gordon-and-the-ud-faculty-jazztet-04-02-2023-07-40-37

29. Name of the concert: Neil Berg’s 50 YEARS OF ROCK’N’ROLL
Event Location: Hidden Gem Music Club
507 Miamisburg-Centerville Road, Washington Township, OH 45459 United States
Date: March 25, 2023
Time: 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Brief event description: With a cast of stars from Broadway’s greatest rock musicals, as well as incredible rock’n’roll singers, celebrated composer and lyricist Neil Berg shares the often-unknown songs and stories behind the fifty-year history of the music that changed the world!
Cost of ticket: $20 – $25
Link: https://staging.dayton937.com/event/giant-st-patricks-day-blues-party

30. Name of the concert: Papalli, Too Soon Jokes, Endless Mike and The Beagle Club
Event Location: Blind Bob’s
430 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402, United States
Date: March 24, 2023
Link: https://blindbobs.com/?p=367

31. Name of the concert: Inferious, Monochromatic Black, Alukah
Event Location: Blind Bob’s
430 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 25, 2023
Time: NA
Brief event description: NA
Cost of ticket: NA
Ages allowed: NA
Link: https://blindbobs.com/?p=367

32. Name of the concert: Celebration of the Arts
Event Location: 1 W 2nd St
Dayton, OH 45402 United States
Date: March 29, 2023
Time: 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Brief event description: Spring department-wide showcase!
Link: https://staging.dayton937.com/event/celebration-of-the-arts


33. Name of the concert: Joshua Goodloe, Karly Driftwood
Event Location: Blind Bob’s
430 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402, United States
Date: March 30, 2023
Link: https://blindbobs.com/?p=367

34. Name of the concert: Dayton Ohio – Hearts on Fire Band
Event Location: American Czechoslovakian Club
922 Valley Street, Dayton, OH 45404
Date: March 31, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Brief event description: Dance to Hearts on Fire
Cost of ticket: $10 Members, $11 non-Members

35. Name of the concert: The Queers, Suzi Moon, Raging Nathans, House Ghost
Event Location: Blind Bob’s
430 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402
Date: March 31, 2023
Link: https://blindbobs.com/?p=367



This Must Be the Party returns to The Brightside this April

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The Brightside is excited to announce This Must Be the Party – the fantastic local tribute to the Talking Heads is back in their Ballroom on Friday, April 14, 2023.  It’s a complete recreation of the classic album & film “Stop Making Sense.”

Due to the covid pandemic, it’s been 4 years since the beloved local tribute show has been seen by Dayton audiences. This time around it’s serving as a fundraiser for The Seedling Foundation, which supports Stivers School for the Arts.

What’s even better? We have some very special guest joining the band! Sammi Garrett is flying in from Brooklyn to perform exclusively for this fundraiser. She’s well known for being in the bands Turquaz, Cool Cool Cool, & The Bump Assembly fame).

A “Solo Grooves” After Party with Freekbass is also planned. So if you’re still ready to keep dancing after the Talking Heads set, stick around for a fun after party with surprise guests.

Additionally – here are more performers to be announced! 


HOW TO GO?
When: April 14, 2023
Where: The Brightside Music & Event Venue, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH
Tickets / Time: https://www.venuepilot.co/events/69946/orders/new
– $25 Early Bird General Admission tickets (available 2/10 – 2/12 only!)
– $30 Advance General Admission tickets (highly recommend purchasing advance to guarantee spot)
– $35 Day of show (if available)
– $100 VIP TICKETS (very limited quantity available) – includes early entry to event & parking, 1 hour cocktail hour with exclusive entertainment, drink ticket & appetizers. Entry time at 7pm.


This is Venus Child Productions event!

Hip Hop Showcase at The Brightside on Friday

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This year marks 50 years since the birth of Hip Hop, and The Brightside is celebrating with a special local showcase put together by up-and-coming musical artist and songwriter, Eman Jones. Last year, Jones won The Brightside’s Dayton Battle of the Band’s Hip Hop round, and went to onto perform at Levitt Pavilion and other local venues.

Putting together these types of showcases is very fulfilling to Jones. “Every year I give artists that are my favorites their flowers,” he shared with us. “I’m just pushing the blessings forward and giving our artists and my friends a voice.”

The showcase features 11 performers, including Jones himself (see full schedule below).

How to Go? 

Friday, February 10, 2023

at The Brightside Music & Event Venue (905 E 3rd St, Dayton)

Free on-site parking!

$10 advance ticket / $15 at the door

Ticket link: https://www.venuepilot.co/events/68609/orders/new

Ages: 18+

Doors open 7:30pm

Makkiah malan 8:15- 8:20
Ken dawwg- 8:30-8:40
Vonna – 8:45- 8:55
Racks ima rental – 9:00-9:10
Vader- 9:15-9:25
Tay Dan- 9:30-9:40
Cee – 9:45-9:55
Sgb x Candy – 10:00-10:10
D Knight – 10:15-10:25
Eman Jones x Luther : 10:30-11:00

 

Bohemian Funk releases “Roots” album with party at The Brightside

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The acclaimed local band Bohemian Funk releases their  “Roots” album with an epic party at The Brightside Music and Event Venue on Saturday, January 28th. This band makes Dayton proud, and everyone is invited to join in the celebration!

Bohemian Funk hit many people’s radars last spring when they won the Dayton Battle of the Bands competition. They were electrifying live and seemed to come out of nowhere. Who are these guys? the audience asked themselves. They formed in 2019, shortly before the pandemic hit, so they didn’t get the opportunity to play out much. What they did have time for was lots of practice and time to refine their signature look and sound. They were preparing for that kind of opportunity!

Bohemian Funk’s style is best categorized as Rock’n’Soul since they combine a contemporary interpretation of traditional rock’n’roll with nuances of gospel, alternative, southern rock, reggae, and blues. They have created a rich and diverse music collection with more than 40 unique songs they wrote and performed.

Since their big win at the Battle of the Bands, the 4-piece has been touring the Midwest extensively. While touring, the band was discovered by a talent scout while visiting Nashville, who introduced them to the Grammy award-winning producer and engineer Jeffrey Thomas. Working with musicians like Rod Stewart, The Rolling Stones, Toto, Metallica, and many more, Jeff has a resume that is miles long. He became interested in the band right away. Jeff’s industry knowledge and rock music experience made the two an ideal match. The band started working with him to make their first debut album in June 2021 in his Nashville, Tennessee, facility, Stormbringer Sound. They released “Back Home,” the first song they had made with Jeff, in December 2021.

Bohemian Funk is comprised of Rocko Dalian (lead vocalist, guitarist), Patrick Arnold (lead guitar), and Graham Werts (drums). Casey Beasley (bass) is the newest member of the band, who joined in late 2021. They deliver a fantastic live experience with their stage presence, contagious energy, and expert musicianship at every performance.

“I am excited and proud to share this record with the world for many reasons but most of all I just want to give people a glimpse of light in their darkness because music has always been my light, my church, and my therapy,” Dalian shared with us. Drummer, Werts, continued, “You can expect greatness from us, and greatness is what we will give! I’m extremely thankful for the help we had throughout this whole experience and the love Dayton has shown in the process. This album release party is going to be one for the books!”

Join in the album release celebration – get all the details on how to go below!


HOW TO GO?

Event Name: “Roots” Album Release Party

Venue: The Brightside Music & Event Venue

Address: 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, Ohio

Date: Sat, January 28, 2023

Time: 7:00 PM Doors, 8:00 PM Show

Tickets Available at: https://bit.ly/3iyt4B3

Ticket Price: $15 advance which comes with an event poster! Or $25 at the door.

All ages welcome! No outside beverages, weapons or backpacks allowed in.

Heartless Bastards perform Friday at The Brightside

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Heartless Bastards

The Brightside Music & Event Venue and Sonic Springs Booking are thrilled to host a hometown Heartless Bastards show on Friday, December 16th at 8pm.

Anchored by the powerful vocals and incisive songwriting of Erika Wennerstrom, the Heartless Bastards are a roots rock band whose tough, emotionally resonant music incorporates elements of blues, hard rock, garage punk, and country. Their newest album, A Beautiful Life is their most stylistically diverse release to date.

Special guests Jess Lamb & The Factory and Visitor kick off the show. Jess Lamb, an acclaimed performer from Cincinnati, has put together a special set for this event. Visitor is a new band on the Dayton scene and will rock the Bar stage between sets.

Phat & Rich food truck will be on-site for this concert.

VIP tickets are already sold out, and a limited number of general admission are left. See the information below on how to go to this special holiday rock concert!

Phat & Rich food truck

How to Go?

Venue Info:

  • There is free off-street parking at the venue and surrounding areas. Please see the venue’s parking map here: parking map
  • There is alcohol for sale at the venue. No outside beverages are allowed.
  • Purses and small bags are allowed. No backpacks, please.
  • The venue is handicapped-accessible.
  • The venue has installed UV-C filters to sanitize circulated air.
  • More info at thebrightsidedayton.com

 

Ekoostik Hookah with special guests Subterranean

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Two beloved, long-running Ohio psychedelic rock bands, Ekoostik Hookah and Subterranean, are back at The Brightside on Friday, November 18th. This much anticipated concert has become an annual tradition that local music fans look forward to.

This year, in particular, is special because the drummer for Subterranean recently underwent a life saving organ transplant. This is Rob’s first show back to the stage! Ekoostik Hookah’s lead guitarist has also had some recent health issues. The great news is that both bands are healthy – and can’t wait to get back to the stage doing what they love. It’s particularly special that they are performing here in Dayton for this comeback show.

“The Brightside is one of our favorite venues to play, and being able to bring Ekoostik Hookah in really makes for a special evening,” Subterranean’s guitarist Chris Coalt shared with us. “This is the 3rd annual year for this show and we plan on keeping the tradition going.”

To add to the fun, local food truck Phat & Rich will be on site selling food during the show.

How to go?

Friday, November 18, 2022

Doors 7:30pm

Show starts at 8pm

All ages.

Advance tickets $15 (with $2 fee)  – https://www.venuepilot.co/events/60272/orders/new

Day of show tickets $20All ages – anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent / guardian.

ID required for those over 21 to purchase alcohol

Sonic Springs Benefit Concert features Talib Kweli, Cloud Nothings, Monograms & more!

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On Friday, July 22nd, 2022 at 7:00 pm The Brightside in Dayton, OH will host a benefit concert featuring national recording artists Talib Kweli, Cloud Nothings, local DJ Fatty Lumpkin, and Brooklyn-based indie rock band Monograms. All proceeds above operating costs will be donated to the independently owned radio station WYSO in Yellow Springs.

Since its inception in 1958, the mission of WYSO has been to serve the Miami Valley and beyond with trusted journalism and artistic inspiration that improves lives and builds community. In 2023 WYSO will be moving from their home on Antioch’s campus to a new studio, including much-needed equipment upgrades and new performance spaces for live-in studio music concerts.

The event will be held under the moniker of “Sonic Springs” and is slated to be an annual concert to bring unique musical performances to the Dayton area. The event is being curated and produced by Eric Mahoney, a filmmaker/producer best known for directing the feature documentary Brainiac: Transmissions After Zero. Eric and his family recently moved to Yellow Springs from Brooklyn, NY.

 

HOW TO GO?

Friday, July 22nd, 2022 at 7:00 pm

The Brightside Music & Event Venue (905 E 3rd St, Dayton, Ohio)

Food truck on-site: Phat & Rich

Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sonic-springs-a-benefit-concert-for-wyso-tickets-304403126947

“After the Levitt” concerts continue at the Arcade’s new event space – The Tank!

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The “After the Levitt” event series is a live musical experience in the Arcade, which is the hottest and most coveted space in downtown Dayton. Under the Arcade’s famous Rotunda is a newly opened underground event space, called The Tank, inspired by CenterPoint Energy. It’s a vibrant venue that provides a cool, theater-in-the-round style seating for an intimate audience experience. 

After a few select Levitt Pavilion shows this summer, The Tank opens its doors for this “After the Levitt” live music series which features up-and-coming original musicians. For music fans who want to keep the music going, the Tank’s entrance is just a half block from Levitt Pavilion. It’s an easy walk over! Just look for the Large glass subway entrance on West 4th street in Dayton between Main and Ludlow Streets. 

The series, which is hosted by Culture Works, kicked off on June 23rd with an evening of female R&B/hip-hop style singer/songwriters Anna Nichole and Mariah J. The concerts continue Thursday, July 14th with the funk-rock band Solistic. This crowd pleaser has hints of blues, reggae, and psychedelic rock influences too! The cover charge is $10 and is open to patrons over 18. Doors open at 8pm. The music starts at 8:30pm. Beverages are available for purchase at the venue.

“As the leading Arts advocate in Dayton, Culture Works aims to use the After the Levitt series as a way of activating the Arcade, and more specifically, the Tank. We want to bring cultural vibrancy back into Dayton through a space that is both new and nostalgic, memorable, and magical. Having local artists in the Tank will bring crowds together and elevate the creative arts from an individual to collective experience!” Benjamin Baugham, the Community Engagement Coordinator of Culture Works, shared with us. 

The series will continue on July 28th with a night of reggae from Luv Locz, August 4th featuring spoken word from Broken English, August 11th is a country music evening with Drift Mouth, August 25th pop rock from Pagu & Isicile,  with more dates to be announced soon!

HOW TO GO?

The Tank under the Arcade (glass cube entrance near 35 W 4th St, Dayton, OH 45402)

$10 cover charge at the door

Ages 18+

Doors 8pm

Music 8:30pm

Drinks for Sale!

Brooklyn’s Jonathan Scales Fourchestra Performs at The Brightside

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Brooklyn’s Jonathan Scales Fourchestra is in town on Thursday November 18, 2021 performing at The Brightside (905 E 3rd St, Dayton). This inventive crew delivers complexities for the modern ear. It promises to be a joyous evening of steel pan jazz fusion!

Jonathan Scales is one of the most innovative steel pannists on the planet, and is redefining and challenging traditional expectations of his signature instrument. In his hands, the sonic palette of an instrument often associated with cruise ships and tropical resorts is radically expanded to mimic the role of horns, piano, vibraphone or marimba due to his stunning, virtuosic technique. Scales’ mesmerizing compositions have captivated listeners and elevated him to the status of a true composer, forging new territory in the medium of instrumental music.

This concert will take place in the Brightside’s cozy Vodvil Bar. $12 advance. $15 day of show. All ages are welcome. Thursday November 18, 2021. Doors open at 7pm. Music from 8-10pm. Tickets can be purchased at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jonathan-scales-fourchestra-tickets-204834614847

Covid Policy: The Brightside wants everyone to enjoy music safely, so they ask that patrons wear masks while moving through the building, unless patrons wants to optionally show proof of vaccination, or a negative covid test. The venue has installed UV-C air filters to sanitize superbugs, like covid.
To learn more about The Brightside’s concert season, visit thebrightsidedayton.com

Live music is back at The Brightside – featuring locals Gabe Maas, Mariah J, & Isicle

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On June 3rd the mask mandate lifts in Ohio, and that means it’s a lot easier to get back to the fun things we’ve been missing since the pandemic shutdown. One of the types of gatherings people have been missing the most is seeing live music. Local venues, like The Brightside, are excited to be hosting concerts again.

The Brightside started hosting music in 2019, and just as they approached their one-year anniversary, the COVID shutdown went into effect. The independent venue located on East 3rd St, near the corner of Keowee, pivoted to weddings, sold merchandise, and hosted virtual events over the past year.

“We’re grateful to the community for their support during this challenging time,” music booker Libby Ballengee, told us. “Our biggest goal was to keep improving the venue and when it’s safe, get back to hosting music events. Those events are so joyful!”

The improvements have included adding UV filters to the ductwork in order to clean the circulating indoor air. The venue was also able to add a patio, where they can host outdoor concerts.

The venue’s first show back since the mask mandate has been lifted features three up-and-coming local musicians who perform an eclectic mix of Soul, R&B, Pop & Electronic music: Mariah J, Gabe Maas & The Bruins, and Isicle. These artists are pushing boundaries in their respective genres, and are thrilled to be performing for Dayton audiences again. This show is planned to be outdoors on patio unless inclement weather.

Learn more about The Brightside’s upcoming shows at: TheBrightsideDayton.com

HOW TO GO:

Where: The Brightside at 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402

When: Thursday June 3, 2021 from 7-10pm

Cost:  $10

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-music-with-mariah-j-gabe-maas-the-bruins-isicle-the-brightside-tickets-156363237653

 

 

Yellow Cab Tavern To Host Virtual Concerts

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In hopes of raising some money and spirits 15 Dayton musicians will go LIVE this weekend on Facebook from the Yellow Cab Tavern.

Then follow the schedule below and click the link at the corresponding time to watch each performer LIVE from their page:

FRIDAY March 20th
7 – Kyleen Downes at Kyleen Downes
7:30 – Matt Terry + Samantha Rogers at Matt Terry
8 – Amber Hargett at Amber Hargett Music
8:30 – David Payne + Heather Redman at David Payne
9 – Brandon Berry (The Paint Splats) at Brandon Berry
9:30 -Rich Reuter at Rich Reuter
10 – Salvadore Ross at Salvadore Ross

SATURDAY March 21st
7 – Paul Monnin at Paul Justin
7:30 – Charlie + Amanda Jackson at Charlie & Amanda
8 – Harold Hensley at Harold Hensley
8:30 – Anna Baugham at Anna Marie Music
9 – Sisco Red at Sisco Red
9:30 – novena at Jennifer Taylor
10 – Sharon Lane at Sharon A. Lane
10:30 – MOIRA at MOIRA

Symbolically buy a drink and tip the amazing staff at Yellow Cab Tavern : https://www.paypal.me/yellowcabtavern
A LOT has happened this last week and we want to continue with music and community despite physical distancing. Please join us this weekend and have fun clapping with emojis, virtually clinking glasses and getting creative with us as we try something new!

Dayton Battle of the Bands Launches 6 Week Series

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The Dayton Battle of the Bands launches as a 6 week series, starting this week on January 14, 2020, running through February 25, 2020. The goal with this friendly competition is to shine light on new and upcoming bands in the Dayton area, while providing a prize package that helps launch them to their next level!

This new endeavor is a collaboration between The Brightside Music & Event Venue, Sound Valley, and Venus Child Productions. Carli Dixon, the owner and powerhouse behind The Brightside explained the motivation for this series: “Dayton has a long history of musical innovation, and we want to help elevate the next generation of Dayton talent.” For that reason, this competition is only open to bands and musical acts that have been performing (in their current entity) five years or less and are within a 35 mile radius of downtown Dayton.

Performing on The Brightside’s big stage in the Ballroom at the Sound Valley Winter Music Fest is part of the prize package for the Battle of the Band winner.

Twenty local acts were selected by a judge’s panel, with genres ranging from hip hop to metal, and from Americana to electronic originals.  The prize package for the winner includes an EP session with famed sound engineer Patrick Himes at Reel Love Recording Studio, a music video with Sound Valley, professional photo shoot with Mike Jones, and a premiere spot on the big stage at The Brightside for the Sound Valley Winter Music Festival. Along with support from those professionals, WYSO 91.3 FM and Prime Time Party Rental are sponsoring this first year’s competition.

Week 1 kicks off on January 14th and continues every Tuesday evening through February 25, 2020, which is when the finals will be held. In case of in-climate weather, February 18th will be used as a make up date. See full schedule and details on how to go below:

How to Go:

Where: The Brightside at 905 E 3rd St Dayton 45402

When: Week 1- Jan 14, 2020 / Week  2 – Jan 21, 2020 / Week 3 – Jan 28, 2020 / Week 4 – Feb 4, 2020 / Week 5 – Feb 11, 2020 / Week 6 – Rain date make up on Feb 18, 2020 (if needed) / Finals – Feb 25, 2020

Time: Doors 7pm, music starts promptly at 7:40 after some announcements

Cost: $5 advance tickets via https://www.soundvalleydayton.com/events/ – OR $10 at the door

Schedule: Band 1 – 7:40pm / Band 2 – 8:20 / Band 3 – 9:00 / Band 4 – 9:40
Music ends at 10pm. Winner announced at 10:30

All ages welcome! Handicapped accessible. On site parking available.

NOTE: Due to the volume of participants, there will be no friends and family guest list.

 

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2499690553682903

Pop Punk Tour Makes Only Ohio Stop in Dayton on Tue Dec 10, 2019

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Don’t miss the only Ohio stop for two up-and-coming southern Progressive Pop-Punk bands:  Frontside  (North Carolina) and LIKE MIKE (Georgia), with special local guest Gabe Maas and the Bruins!. This exclusive performance is happening on Tuesday December 10th, 2019 at Dayton’s newest music venue: The Brightside! It’s promises to be a fun Tuesday night out!

Frontside is a 3-piece Progressive Pop-Punk band based in the heart of North Carolina. This trio puts a twist on the pop-punk scene. Their music weaves progressive sensibilities and influences, while maintaining traditional song structures. The end result is a new breed of pop-punk that is instantly catchy and technically impressive.

Like Mike hails from Marietta, Georgia, and is making their Dayton debut at this exclusive show! Local openers Gabe Maas & The Bruins kick off the music early at 7:30pm! It’s an early evening of music, with plenty of time to get home for work or school in the morning!

HOW TO GO?

The Brightside – 905 E 3rd St Dayton, Ohio

Tuesday December 10th. Doors 7:30pm. Show 8pm.

Tickets $10 advance:https://www.soundvalleydayton.com/events/pop-punk-from-frontside-and-like-mike

All ages welcome!

 

 

Exciting New Alternative Rock Takes the Stage at Jimmie’s Ladder 11

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The local promotional group Hear&See presents an exciting night of alternative rock with Pollyanna, on tour from New Jersey and making their only Ohio stop right here in Dayton!  They’ll be performing with support from Ohio bands COLLY, snarls andBeloved Youth at Jimmie’s Ladder 11on Saturday December 7, 2019.

Pollyanna is an up-and-coming pop punk trio (see video below).  Cincinnati’s Colly nimbly balances robust rock songcraft and electronic pop ambition with Kings of Leon influences. Snarls is an emo glitter pop group from Columbus, OH. And . Beloved Youth is a 4-piece alt rock band from the Cincinnati area, boasting strong pop melodies and compelling guitar arrangements. 

Don’t miss these fresh new alternative acts!

HOW TO GO?

  • Saturday December 7, 2019
  • Jimmie’s Ladder 11 – 936 Brown Street, Dayton, OH 45409
  • Music 10pm –  1:30am.
  • $5 cover at the door

Bluegrass At The Dayton Art Institute Friday

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Dayton area bluegrass fans are in for a truly special treat this Friday November 22nd, 2019 when The Del McCoury Band makes a stop at The Dayton Art Institute during his 80th Birthday tour!  Vince Gill says it simply, and maybe best: “I’d rather hear Del McCoury sing Are You Teasing Me’ then just about anything.”

Even among the pantheon of music’s finest artists, Del McCoury stands alone. His six decades of bluegrass bliss brings new triumphs, new collaborations, and new music. With but a single change in membership in twenty seven years, The Del McCoury Band shows unprecedented stability, as well as garnering the respect and admiration of the industry for its unmistakable work.

The Del McCoury Band, the most awarded band in the history of bluegrass, will be joined on state with special guests The Tillers. Thumping their own distinctive sound of string band style folk music for a decade, riding it all over the country and across the sea. Four studio albums and one live record have won them praise as modern folk storytellers of the national soundscape.

Join in this exclusive event at the recently renovated Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium inside the Dayton Art Institute. Seating is limited in this beautiful, and intimate theatre. Museum doors, and bar open at 6pm. Guests are welcome to walk through the American Gallery into the Great Hall where the bar is located. This performance is presented by Early Drive Productions, Media partner WYSO Radio and The Dayton Art Institute – Celebrating 100 years in 2019.

How to Go?

Where: The Dayton Art Institute’s Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium

When: Friday November 22, 2019. Museum Doors 6pm. Theatre Doors 7pm. Performance 8-10pm.

Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/2891663/the-del-mccoury-band-dayton-the-dayton-art-institute-special-events