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SUMMARY:Blues Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us this year as we celebrate Blues Fest\, part of the Amplified Series sponsored by the City of Dayton. \nBlues Amplified Lineup: \n\n5:30 p.m. Primetime Blues Band\n7 p.m. Nikki D and the Sisters of Thunder\n8 p.m. Shemekia Copeland\n\n  \n\nLOS ANGELES\, CA— MARCH 18\, 2022RECORDING ARTIST\, BLUES SINGER\, SHEMEKIA COPELAND FOR ALLIGATOR RECORDS.Photos by Victoria SmithMake Up by KATE KATS \nShemekia Copeland – Shemekia Copeland is one of the most powerful and compelling voices in contemporary blues. A multi-GRAMMY-nominated artist\, she has built a global reputation for music that is fearless\, soulful\, and deeply human. Blending blues\, rock\, gospel\, soul\, and Americana\, her sound reaches across genres while staying rooted in truth and storytelling. \nBorn and raised in Harlem\, Shemekia grew up surrounded by music and stepped onto the stage at just eight years old alongside her father\, blues legend Johnny Copeland. Since then\, she has carried that legacy forward while carving out a voice all her own—one that is bold\, commanding\, and impossible to ignore. \nHer latest album\, Blame It On Eve\, showcases both her signature power and her range\, balancing songs that take on real-world issues with moments of joy\, humor\, and celebration. It’s music that makes you think\, makes you feel\, and makes you move—all at once. \nOn stage\, Shemekia brings an energy that fills the space and draws people together. Her performances are more than concerts—they’re shared experiences rooted in connection\, resilience\, and joy. Whether she’s delivering a blues ballad or getting the crowd on their feet\, she creates moments that stay with you long after the music ends. \n  \n \nNikki D and the Sisters of Thunder – Nikki D & The Sisters of Thunder is a multi-generational family-based group from Toledo\, Ohio. Their unique style is Gospel with Blues riffs and grooves\, all punctuated by Nikki D’s wildly soulful and electrifying LapSteel guitar. In fact\, in 2016\, Guitar World magazine described Nikki as “The Jimi Hendrix of Sacred Steel”\, because of her willingness to experiment with vocal-like riffs and runs. She’s also a soulful vocalist that commands the attention of those that hear her raspy\, yet sultry voice. Nikki D is joined by Gloria Brown on Guitar\, Tomika Webb on Bass Guitar\, Christian Brown on Drums\, Gary Black on Keyboard\, and Belinda Brown and Latonja Degraffanreid on Vocals.\nTheir music has allowed them to open for artists like Jack White’s Raconteurs\, Grammy Award winner Ceelo Green and travel internationally to perform on the same stage as Sarah McLachlan. Their mission is to Impact Lives\, Inspire Hope and Ignite Joy. Wherever you see them perform\, you can expect a forecast of hand clapping and foot tapping! \n  \nPrimetime Blues Band – Prime Time Blues Band brings a high-energy blend of blues\, soul\, and classic R&B that gets people on their feet and feeling the music. Known for their tight musicianship and dynamic live shows\, this seasoned group delivers everything from smooth grooves to powerful\, guitar-driven blues. \nRooted in the traditions of the blues while keeping things fresh and fun\, Prime Time Blues Band creates a sound that connects across generations. Their performances are all about shared moments—songs you recognize\, rhythms you can move to\, and an energy that brings the whole crowd together. \nWhether you’re a lifelong blues fan or just discovering the genre\, Prime Time Blues Band invites everyone to settle in\, soak it up\, and enjoy the ride.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/blues-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Ernie Johnson from Detroit
DESCRIPTION:Ernie Johnson From Detroit is a Cincinnati based band that blends afrobeat\, funk\, and jazz with 70s psychedelia and hard rock to create a hypnotic\, danceable sound that is both accessible and boundary pushing. Their stage show is a high-energy\, infectious dance party that centers on intense\, spontaneous improvisation combined with tight\, sophisticated compositions that live inside the groove. The band’s horn-heavy arrangements and relentless rhythm section allow for a variety of styles and a layering of dynamics in their improvised jams that make people want to move. \nProjects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: MELINAMARIE
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/ernie-johnson-from-detroit-2/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears
DESCRIPTION:When Covid sidelined his touring this past year\, Black Joe Lewis started laying concrete to help support his baby mama and his kid. When Joe and his band\, the Honeybears\, popped onto the national stage over a decade ago\, many critics embraced him but still\, there were some that maintained that they hadn’t paid their dues. Joe’s still here. Still going. Still cashing checks and snapping necks. The dues of hard work; the delirious heights of the industry as well as the disappointments and low hanging fruit. Through this all\, Joe’s only honed his mastery over gut bucket blues guitar and his true voice. It’s a vital and distinctly American voice that never anticipated the attention he wound up receiving\, never went looking for it either. It just started happening. The garage\, the blues\, the propulsive and synergistic live performances that inhabit the spaces of James Brown\, Lightnin’ Hopkins\, and the MC5…those things happened naturally from the very beginning and could only be accurately communicated in the live experience\, not a press release or a slick brand campaign. Sharon Jones\, Charles Bradley\, Cedric Burnside and Lightnin Malcolm\, The Dirtbombs\, Detroit Cobras\, the Strange Boys; these are some of the artists that Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears shared countless bills with; almost a roll call of the most influential soul and garage bands of the last twenty five years. Has the soul blues garage explosion from that era been commodified or worked into the overall template of pop rock? Sure. But the ground floor was a vital space for people that like guitars and grease and at this point Black Joe Lewis is one of the last standing that was there. Last of a dying breed. Or maybe a missing link. Does this make him a throwback? A throwback to a throwback? It’d be tempting and easy for Joe to go along with that but nah\, we don’t think so. We know that Joe Lewis is genuinely doing his thing and that he’d do it regardless of what’s coming down the pipe. A stone cold original and a veteran at that. If you like whistling in your music and some floppy hat\, quaky kneed dudes cloyingly singing at you\, then you might not “get it” but whatever…there are enough intrepid\, degenerate weirdos that do. Those are the folks Joe cares about. Not the glad handing set. Not the fair-weather friend set getting down with the flavor of the month. Like the title of his last album says\, “the difference between me and you” is Joe defining for himself that there’s the belabored wannabes and then there’s dudes that actually “HAVE the blues”…whatever the hell THAT is! Joe’s concrete pouring boss is gonna miss him. \nProjects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: KHRYS BLANK – \nWith a voice that blends raw soul and radiant energy\, Khrys Blank is a singer\, songwriter\, and multi-instrumentalist who’s sound blends the grit of blues\, the groove of funk\, and the edge of rock and R&B. Her music carries stories of depth and authenticity\, drawing listeners into a magnetic energy that’s impossible to ignore. All backed by a band of seasoned players who each bring their own authentic flavor and personal history to the music. \nAt the heart of it all is a deep love for rhythm—every beat\, every note\, and every moment creating a lasting experience.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/black-joe-lewis-the-honeybears/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Steep Canyon Rangers
DESCRIPTION:Steep Canyon Rangers arrive at a moment of renewal and reaffirmation with Next Act\, their 15th studio album set to be released May 22\, 2026. The record represents a conscious tightening of focus: a return to the bluegrass foundations that first bound the band together\, approached with the confidence and emotional range earned through years of collective evolution. It is an affirmation that bluegrass still contains endless expressive possibility. Next Act finds the Rangers sounding deeply at home in their own musical language\, drawing strength from tradition while continuing to write new chapters within it. \nFormed in North Carolina and shaped equally by the Appalachian Mountains and the Piedmont\, Steep Canyon Rangers have long occupied a singular space in American roots music. From their earliest recordings\, the band demonstrated an unusual ability to honor traditional bluegrass forms while allowing contemporary songwriting\, literary influence\, and regional storytelling to seep naturally into the music. Over time\, this balance earned them both bluegrass credibility and broader Americana acclaim\, culminating in a Best Bluegrass Album GRAMMY Award for 2013’s Nobody Knows You\, additional nominations for Rare Bird Alert (2012) and North Carolina Songbook (2020)\, and an induction into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame. \nIn recent years\, as their audience expanded and their songwriting reach grew wider\, the Rangers began to feel a pull back toward the elemental forces that shaped them: acoustic instruments speaking clearly\, songs built for ensemble interplay\, and stories grounded in lived experience and regional memory. Next Act emerges from that impulse. \nSteep Canyon Rangers is made up of Graham Sharp on banjo and vocals\, Mike Guggino on mandolin/mandola and vocals\, Aaron Burdett on guitar and vocals\, Nicky Sanders on fiddle and vocals\, Mike Ashworth on drums\, dobro\, percussion and vocals\, and Barrett Smith on bass\, guitar\, and vocals. \nProjects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: THE SHADY PINE
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/steep-canyon-rangers/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
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SUMMARY:Angie K
DESCRIPTION:Angie K has taken the summer by storm hitting the main stage at some of the biggest festivals of the summer including Country Thunder and Tortuga providing support for Jelly Roll\, Jake Owen\, Carin Leon\, Bailey Zimmerman and more. With over 35 million streams and half a million followers as an indie artist\, she was named to Apple Music’s ‘Trailblazers’ Class of 2025. Her new record ‘Whiskey and Hemingway’ landed on more than 15 editorial playlists and landed her a spot on the Brooks and Dunn tour in October 2026. She is a 3x Opry performer and recently debuted an original version of Disney’s “You Can Fly” for an international Walt Disney World ad campaign. Follow along @officialangiek on Instagram\, TikTok\, and Facebook. \nProjects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: ALI AUBURN
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/angie-k-2/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Larry McCray
DESCRIPTION:Larry McCray is a powerhouse bluesman with a soul-soaked voice\, blistering guitar chops\, and a story embodying the spirit of his music. With his new album Heartbreak City (out June 13 on Journeyman Records)\, McCray turns the page on a new chapter—raw\, joyful\, and deeply personal. Produced by blues-rock champions and Grammy Nominated duo Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith\, Heartbreak City finds the legendary singer and guitarist firing on all cylinders\, reconnecting with his roots while stepping boldly forward. \nFrom the first notes of the title track\, McCray reminds listeners why he’s long been hailed as one of the most expressive blues artists of his generation. Heartbreak City showcases Larry’s gritty vocals and searing guitar work\, evoking the decades he spent grinding it out in clubs\, pouring heartache and redemption into every solo. Elsewhere\, standout single “Bye Bye Blues” draws on McCray’s teenage years in Michigan\, when soul music still ruled the airwaves. Co-written with longtime collaborator Charlie Walmsley\, it nods to giants like Johnnie Taylor and Bobby Bland while delivering a sound all his own—grooving\, head-nodding\, and utterly timeless. “Bright Side\,” another standout\, was originally written for Bobby Bland and unearthed by Josh Smith\, who knew Larry was the one to bring it to life. With call-and-response choruses and sly humor\, the track leans into McCray’s knack for pairing deep emotion with irresistible swagger. \nThe album’s ten original tracks span from soul-infused ballads to roadhouse burners\, bolstered by a dream team of collaborators including Bonamassa\, Smith\, Kirk Fletcher\, Reese Wynans\, and a full horn section. McCray’s longtime partner Peggy Smith co-wrote several tracks\, adding emotional depth and lyrical resonance. Together\, they bring a lived-in perspective to songs like “Everything Falls On Me” and “Stop Your Crying”—testaments to weathering storms and emerging with strength. \nThe release follows 2022’s Blues Without You\, which marked McCray’s long-awaited return after a seven-year hiatus. The album debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard Blues chart and was named the #1 Blues Album of 2022 by Blues Rock Review\, solidifying his status as a torchbearer of modern blues. In 2024\, McCray was inducted into the Michigan Rock and Roll Legends Hall of Fame\, a testament to his deep roots in the state and his enduring impact on American music. Now\, Heartbreak City builds on that momentum. It’s a record that reflects Larry McCray at his most self-assured—grounded in tradition\, but more fearless than ever. \nBorn in 1960 in Smackover\, Arkansas\, McCray grew up steeped in gospel\, soul\, and the electric blues of the three Kings—B.B.\, Albert\, and Freddie. He moved to Saginaw\, Michigan at 12\, where he honed his guitar style by blending classic blues with the psychedelic edge of Hendrix and the southern fire of the Allman Brothers. After years of gigging while working a factory job\, he was signed in the late ’80s as the first artist on Virgin Records’ blues imprint Point Blank. His debut Ambition (1990) was followed by acclaimed albums like Delta Hurricane\, Meet Me at the Lake\, and Born to Play the Blues\, solidifying his role in defining modern blues-rock through the ’90s and early 2000s. \nOver the years\, McCray has played alongside a who’s who of music legends—B.B. King\, Buddy Guy\, Albert King\, the Allman Brothers\, Joe Walsh\, Jonny Lang\, Levon Helm\, and of course\, Joe Bonamassa. He was named Orville H. Gibson Male Blues Guitarist of the Year in 2000 and won the Top Guitarist prize in the International Blues Matters writer’s poll in 2014. \nBut accolades aside\, it’s the soul in McCray’s music that keeps fans coming back. “I feel totally reborn\,” he says. “This new album lets me show the full scope of what I do—it’s blues\, it’s soul\, it’s real stories. This is who I am.”
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/larry-mccray/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:J2B2 (John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band)
DESCRIPTION:J2B2 is an all-star bluegrass supergroup featuring four legendary\, award-winning musicians: John Jorgensonon acoustic guitar\, mandolin and vocals; Herb Pedersen on banjo\, acoustic guitar and vocals; Patrick Sauber on acoustic guitar and vocals; and Mark Fain on bass – delivering bluegrass like no one has ever heard it before. \nThe combination of forces by Jorgenson\, Pedersen\, Sauber\, and Fain form a spot-on union of impeccable musicianship\, incomparable songwriting\, incredible harmony vocals (a fresh twist combining bluegrass with elements of West Coast folk rock) and seasoned showmanship. This is the “high lonesome sound” of\nAmerican roots music at its finest. \nJohn Jorgenson is a co-founder (with Herb Pedersen and Chris Hillman) of the formative country rock group Desert Rose Band. In 1990\, Jorgenson founded the Hellecasters and toured with Sir Elton John’s band for six years\, before later reuniting with John as lead guitarist for many European dates of the record-breaking Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour. An impressively eclectic range of artists including Sting\, Luciano Pavarotti\, Bonnie Raitt\, Billy Joel\, Barbra Streisand\, Bob Seger\, and Earl Scruggs have sought out Jorgenson to be part of their own recordings and/or performances. Music legends and guitar greats such as Tom Petty\, Peter Frampton\, Tommy Emmanuel\, Duane Eddy\, Joe Bonamassa and Brad Paisley have also sung Jorgenson’s praises. Jorgenson portrayed Django Reinhardt in the Hollywood feature film Head in the Clouds. In 2008\, Jorgenson won a GRAMMY® Award for Best Country Instrumental with Brad Paisley and was nominated for Best Bluegrass Album with Earl Scruggs. \nGRAMMY® Award Nominee Herb Pedersen is a former member of the Desert Rose Band\, legendary bluegrass band The Dillards and bluegrass super-group Old and In the Way\, among others. A sought after singer/songwriter\, musician\, and vocal arranger\, he has worked with such music legends as John Fogerty\, Tom Petty\, Mudcrutch\, Chris Hillman\, Linda Ronstadt\, Jackson Browne\, Emmylou Harris\, Gram Parsons\, Earl Scruggs\, Tony Rice\, Dan Fogelberg\, Kris Kristofferson\, John Prine\, Stephen Stills\, and John Denver. \nPatrick Sauber is a talented multi-instrumentalist who has quickly made a name for himself as a young performer in the world of bluegrass\, folk\, western and old-time music. Equally adept on guitar\, mandolin\, banjo and cajun accordion\, Sauber has played with Doc Watson\, Richard Greene\, Peter Rowan\, Tim O’Brien\, John Fogerty\, Laurie Lewis\, and John Reischman\, among others. Sauber played on the 2016 GRAMMY®-nominated album The Hazel and Alice Sessions by Laurie Lewis and appeared in the film A Mighty Wind with Christopher Guest. \nGRAMMY® Award-winning bassist and producer Mark Fain has recorded and performed with Bruce Hornsby\, Dolly Parton\, Loretta Lynn\, Tom Petty\, John Oates\, Alan Jackson\, Ry Cooder\, John Fogerty\, Chris Hillman\, Dwight Yoakam\, Alison Krauss\, Travis Tritt\, Joan Osborne\, The Chicks\, Martina McBride\, Rosanne Cash\, Jack Black\, and Cody Johnson. Fain previously was a longtime member of Ricky Skaggs’ band\, Kentucky Thunder. In addition to touring with J2B2\, Fain is a substitute player with the Grand Ole Opry house band in Nashville. \nJ2B2’s vastly acclaimed debut album\, From The Crow’s Nest\, was recorded at Sheryl Crow’s home barn studio in Nashville\, Tennessee. The album was released as part of a John Jorgenson limited edition\, 3- CD box set calledDIVERTUOSO (Cleopatra Records). DIVERTUOSO includes three new distinct albums by Jorgenson: J2B2 – From The Crow’s Nest; John Jorgenson Quintet – Returning (gypsy jazz); and John Jorgenson – Gifts From The Flood (instrumental electric guitar). \nJ2B2 has toured around the world at famed festivals and theatres. The band has played the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville many times and headlined the star-studded Guitar Town Festival in Copper Mountain\, Colorado frequently. \nProjects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: BERACHAH VALLEY
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/j2b2-john-jorgenson-bluegrass-band/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare! w/ Signature Levitt Summer Camp Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Shakespeare is one of the ultimate writers\, storytellers and poets. Since divinely meeting seven years ago\, Los Angeles natives Tradessa Willis and Trevon Trapper\, who comprise the singing/songwriting duo SHAKESPEARE\, have been honing their skills to be recognized as one of the prolific and versatile musical duos in music history. Combining skills as performers\, songwriters and producers\, SHAKESPEARE is generating a strong buzz and excitement in the music industry. \nProjects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: Signature Levitt Music & Creative Arts Summer Day Camp Showcase\nThe openers for this evening will be the students from the week-long Signature Levitt Music & Creative Arts Summer Day Camp in partnership with Signature Educational Solutions. These students will work hard the week before the concert\, writing songs and honing their creative and production skills in order to develop a performance to dazzle the Levitt Dayton audience.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/shakespeare-w-signature-levitt-summer-camp-showcase/
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SUMMARY:Rock Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us this year as we celebrate Rock Fest\, part of the Amplified Series sponsored by the City of Dayton. \nRock Amplified Lineup: \n\n5:30 p.m. The Boxcar Suite\n6:45 p.m. Spoils\n8 p.m. Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys\n\n \nBig Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys – Since forming in 1988 in Southern California\, Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite Boys have become one of the world’s most beloved Americana/Roots acts\, drawing from the deep musical waters that flow just beneath the surface of Rock & Roll’s fertile soil. A childhood passion for Country\, Doo-Wop\, and Rhythm & Blues 45s led Sandy (born Robert Williams) to pursue a singing career as a teenager\, beginning a life in music that continues decades later. And as his personal record collection continues to grow (75\,000 and counting)\, so does the depth of the musical influences that stream through his songwriting and singing style. A critically acclaimed tribute to Tex-Mex hero Freddy Fender\, released at the beginning of the 2020 lockdown\, points the way forward for Big Sandy and his Fly-Rite Boys as they continue on a path of musical growth. After nearly 35 years on the road\, and more than two dozen releases to their credit\, they remain key figures on the ever-changing Americana circuit\, both on record and in live appearances. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nSpoils – Spoils is a Cincinnati-based indie rock band with a sound that feels raw\, melodic\, and full of movement. Their music blends guitar-driven energy with emotional vocals and a DIY spirit\, creating songs that feel both personal and alive. \nRooted in the independent music scene\, Spoils brings an honest\, no-frills approach to their sound. Their live set invites listeners into something immediate and real\, with the kind of energy that fits perfectly on a summer night of free music in downtown Dayton. \nBring a chair or blanket\, find your spot on the lawn\, and get ready to discover a Cincinnati band bringing fresh indie rock energy to the Levitt stage. \nThe Boxcar Suite – The Boxcar Suite is a Cincinnati-based indie rock project known for melodic guitar work and introspective songwriting. Their music leans atmospheric and reflective\, pairing layered instrumentation with a steady\, understated energy. \nWith a DIY approach and a focus on mood and tone\, The Boxcar Suite creates songs that invite you to listen in and connect—perfect for discovering something new together on a summer night.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/rock-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Ron Artis II
DESCRIPTION:Hailing from Haleiwa\, HI.\nOne of thirteen children.\nThis award-winning artist brings a unique soulful-honest-songwriting style to the stage. Performing all original music and energizing audiences all across the globe.\nYou’ll be sure to leave the experience feeling loved\, electrified and pondering the lyrics. \nProjects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: KELLEN WILLIAMS
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/ron-artis-ii-2/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:SCYTHIAN
DESCRIPTION:Named after Ukrainian nomads\, Scythian (sith-ee-yin) plays roots music from Celtic\, Eastern European and Appalachian traditions with thunderous energy\, technical prowess\, and storytelling songwriting\, beckoning crowds into a barn-dance\, rock concert experience. Nashville’s Music City Roots says Scythian is ‘what happens when rock star charisma meets Celtic dervish fiddling’\, and the Washington Post claims “Scythian’s enthusiasm is contagious\, and shows seem to end with everyone dancing\, jumping around or hoisting glasses.” The foursome made up of Alexander Fedoryka (Vocals\, Fiddle\, Mandolin\, Harmonica)\, Danylo Fedoryka (Vocals\, Guitar\, Accordion)\, Ethan Dean (Vocals\, Upright and Electric Bass\, Percussion\, Guitar) and Johnny Rees (Vocals\, Drums\, Percussion) brings various influences together to create a conglomerate which is technically precise and steeped in various folk traditions: The classically trained Fedoryka brothers grew up on Ukrainian folk music and bluegrass\, while Ethan Dean was raised on the greats of 60’s & 70’s folk-rock. Lafayette LA raised Johnny Rees brings a Cajun backbeat to the Celtic-Americana fusion giving Scythian yet another dimension which keeps audiences entertained and moving. Scythian is coming off its most prolific year in 2020 with over 1\,000 hours of live streams during the Covid Lockdowns\, release of two new albums (Roots & Stones and Quaranstream: The Album) and four new music videos. You have to catch the live show to understand why The Cammel City Dispatch said of their Merlefest performance: “[Scythian gives] no quarter in their quest to entertain and bring a joy to their music that gives it an irony-free\, wide open feel of manic possibility. The playing is technically brilliant\, but it is the energy that carries the day.”
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/scythian-2026/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Celebrating our Native American Community with Supaman
DESCRIPTION:Levitt Pavilion Dayton invites the community to an evening of music and cultural celebration as Supaman takes the stage on Saturday\, August 8 at 7:00 PM. This free\, family-friendly event is a celebration of our Native American friends and the power of music to connect and elevate our community’s well-being! \nAs a member of the “Apsaalooke Nation”\, Supaman makes his home on Apsáalooke lands in Montana. “Supaman” Is Christian Takes Gun Parrish\, a Native American dancer and innovative hip hop artist who has dedicated his life to empowering and spreading a message of hope\, pride and resilience through his original art form. He has been the recipient of the 2017 MTV VMA award for “Best Fight Against the System”! He is also a Nammy “Native American Music Award” winner\, “North American Indigenous Image Award winner\, and  7 “Tunney Award winner. He was awarded  The Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Award in Canada for best video and was voted MTV’s new Artist of the Week! His nominations brought him home awards for Best Hip Hop Album and Best Producer for the Indigenous Music Awards. His videos have received millions of views on youtube and facebook which has put him in high demand touring extensively throughout the U.S.A and internationally. He has performed for Google at the Google headquarters in San Francisco. He recently was asked to audition for America’s Got Talent and the Broadway play Hamilton. He is currently on tour around the country spreading the good medicine of resiliency\, love\, laughter and inclusion.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/celebrating-our-native-american-community-with-supaman/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Terrance Simien
DESCRIPTION:Grammy-winner Terrance Simien takes his audiences on a multicultural tour of the world inspired the many countries he’s visited on tour which have informed his musical language. He creates a hypnotic blend of New Orleans funk-reggae-flavored-world-blues-American zydeco roots music that beckons you to your feet and into the groove. Leading his Zydeco Experience band\, Simien has become one of the most respected and accomplished artists in American roots music today. He and his band mates have performed over 7000 concerts\, toured millions of miles to over 45 countries during their eventful career.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/terrance-simien/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:American Patchwork Quartet
DESCRIPTION:American Patchwork Quartet (APQ)\, led by multi-GRAMMY® award-winning guitarist/vocalist Clay Ross\, binds timeless American folk songs with jazz sophistication\, country twang\, West African hypnotics\, and East Asian ornamentation. APQ’s sound is a masterful confluence of tradition and innovation\, transcending culture\, politics\, and ideology. Their debut was recently nominated for “Best Folk Album” at the 67th GRAMMY® Awards. \nA southern-born roots music aficionado\, Ross is also the founder of the world-renowned Gullah group Ranky Tanky. In APQ\, Ross intertwines with other Grammy-winning artists: Falguni Shah\, an eleventh-generation Hindustani classical vocalist\, Moto Fukushima\, an internationally acclaimed Issei jazz bassist\, and Rudy Royston\, a renowned jazz drummer whose fibers were honed by African American church traditions. \nAPQ resonates as a potent symbol of unity in diversity. It stands testament to the notion that\, from a collage of varied backgrounds\, a coherent and beautiful whole can be fashioned. Mirroring America’s cultural mosaic\, APQ stitches together a story that’s both intricate and resilient. The fabric of their music is genuine—it neither feigns tolerance nor presents an overly-embellished image of unity. \nInstead\, each carefully chosen piece dives deep into America’s patchwork soul and shares the joys\, sorrows\, and unwavering hope of a nation crafted by shared dreams and diverse histories. Far from being a haphazard collection of musical scraps\, APQ is a deliberately designed homage to America’s past and a showcase of its dynamic present. It beckons listeners to meditate upon our shared identity and relish in the musical threads that bind us. Just as an intricately designed quilt becomes a cherished family heirloom\, when the distinct patterns of APQ’s music align in perfect harmony\, the result is both a blanket of warmth and a timeless treasure.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/american-patchwork-quartet/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:McGuffey Lane
DESCRIPTION:McGuffey Lane is a country rock band from central Ohio. In 1972 founding members Steve George Reis (bass/ vocals) and Terry Efaw (steel guitar/ gut string guitar/ electric guitar) were a duo called “Scotch and Soda”. When they added Bobby Gene McNelley (vocalist/ guitarist) they renamed themselves McGuffey Lane after the street of Steve’s Athens Ohio home. As their popularity grew they added Dick Smith (drums/ vocals) and Stephen “Tebes” Douglass (keyboards/ harmonica/ vocals). In 1977 McGuffey Lane started playing at Zachariah’s Red Eye Saloon and soon became the house band. At that point they added John Schwab (vocalist/ guitarist) who was opening for them as the sixth and final member of the original McGuffey Lane. \nMcGuffey Lane played at Zachariah’s through 1980. In August of 1980 they released their first self-titled album on Paradise Island Records selling 40\,000 in the first three months. The album reached #1 in Columbus during the fall of 1980 which gained the attention of Atlantic Records. Atlantic released the album nationally on its Atco Label with sales of 175\,000. During the early 1980’s McGuffey Lane was a national act touring with Charlie Daniels\, the Allman Brothers\, The Judds and Marshall Tucker Band. In 1981 they released their second album “Aqua Dreams” followed by their third album “Let the Hard Times Roll” released in 1982. In early 1984 Tebes Douglass was killed in an automobile accident returning home from a show in Dayton. They released their fourth and final album for Atlantic “Day by Day” and dedicated it to Tebes. After the release of “Day by Day”\, Bobby Gene McNelley left the band to pursue a solo song writing career. \nIn 1985 McGuffey Lane went back to their Ohio roots playing clubs\, concert halls\, fairs and festivals. In 1986 they released “A McGuffey Lane Christmas”\, a fundraiser for the Central Ohio Lung Association. In 1990 McGuffey Lane disbanded after a tour through the state and a last night at the Newport Music Hall. In 1993 they did a “one time show” at the Newport and in 1995 they released “Greatest Hits Live and More”. At that point McGuffey Lane regrouped featuring John Schwab\, Terry Efaw and Casey McGowan from the 1980’s line up. They were joined by veteran Columbus area musicians including Molly Pauken (mandolin\, acoustic guitar\, vocals). In 1998 they released “Call Me Lucky” . It was during 1998 that current McGuffey Lane members joined the band. Randy Huff (drums/ vocals) joined in the summer of 1998 and Kevin Reed (harmonica/ vocals) joined at the end of 1998. \nIn 2001 McGuffey Lane organized the First Annual Zachariah’s Red Eye Saloon Reunion featuring themselves and other acts that performed during the Zach’s days. In 2002 they released all acoustic CD “Wood” which included popular concerts songs from the late 1970’s but never previously released. In 2003 the Zachariah’s Red Eye Saloon Reunion moved to Promo West Pavilion and has been held there (now Kemba LIVE!) every year since. Finally in 2006 after years of fighting with Atlantic over the rights to their first four albums recorded in the mid 1980’s\, Rhino Records released them in 2 albums sets. The first self-titled album and “Aqua Dreams” in one set and “Let the Hard Times Roll” and “Day by Day” in the second set. \nIn 2010 McGuffey Lane released their 10th CD “10” on Lick Records which was co-founded by John Schwab. In 2011 “Bartender” from the “10” CD was released as a single. It reached #50 on the national country charts (Music Row Magazine). In June 2017 McGuffey Lane released their 11th and latest CD “Legend of the Red Eye” on Lick Records. In a review of “Legend of the Red Eye” Dave Culbertson writes: “If you like the “country” side of The Lane…you should love this one. It is an interesting mixture of originals and masterfully-done covers of some of the country and country-pop classics from a variety of artists…all well done…many times\, better than the originals.” In November 2017 “Cowboys Like What Cowgirls Do” by Steve George Reis from the new “Legend of the Red Eye” was #1 on the Alternative Country Music chart. The 2023 Zachariah’s Red Eye Reunion was held on Saturday January 21st at Kemba LIVE in downtown Columbus Ohio to another capacity crowd.  \nMcGuffey Lane’s history mirrors one of the songs from their 2002 “Wood” album. “I’ve been up and down and all around my head in the clouds and my feet on the ground. Don’t you worry baby don’t you worry about me. Cause I’ve survived everything that comes and goes. I still know which way that old north wind blows. After all these years I’m “Runnin’ Wild and Free”. McGuffey Lane is still going strong with the three original surviving members (Steve George Reis\, Terry Efaw and John Schwab) in the band. McGuffey Lane still performs about 20 concerts annually. The Journey Continues and “It’s A Good Day”. \nProjects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: THE NEW OLD-FASHIONED
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/mcguffey-lane-2026/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:The Levert Experience
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to present Levert Experience\, an electrifying R&B ensemble ready to dazzle audiences with their soulful performances and undeniable talent. Comprising Marc Gordon\, the original founding member of Levert\, along with Joe Little\, lead singer of The Rude Boys\, and Dave Tolliver from the R&B duo Men At Large\, this group brings a wealth of experience and passion to every stage they grace. \nLevert Experience promises an unforgettable musical journey through the timeless hits of Levert\, delivering dynamic and engaging performances each time they step into the spotlight. With each member infusing their own unique flair and energy into every performance\, audiences are guaranteed an evening filled with excitement and nostalgia. \nEach member brings excitement to the stage as they take you through a journey musical journey of the song book of the classic Levert hits such as “Baby I’m Ready “ which reach number 1# on the R&B charts in 1991. Who could forget the number one hit ABC-123  \nLevert had hits songs throughout the late 80’s and early 90’s. You can’t forget the top five Billboard pop smash “ Casanova . Not only will they will be performing hits from Levert\, but also hit songs that came out of Trevel Productions from the group the Rude Boys such as “Written All Over Your Face” Which became 1990 Billboard song of the year. Also from the 1# song from “Men At Large catalogue “So Alone”  \nThey will be performing some of most popular songs by Levert including their first number one Pop Pop Goes My Mind We are confident that Levert Experience is the perfect addition to your lineup\, offering a fresh take on classic R&B hits that will leave audiences craving more.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/the-levert-experience/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Bywater Call
DESCRIPTION:Often transcending genres\, Bywater Call is known for their dynamic\, emotional live shows\, featuring powerful vocals and exciting interplay between all band members. A powerhouse seven-piece Southern soul\, roots rock outfit from Toronto\, Canada; the band is comprised of Meghan Parnell (vocals)\, Dave Barnes (guitar)\, Bruce McCarthy (drums)\, Mike Meusel (bass)\, newest member\, Andrew Moljgun (keys)\, Stephen Dyte (trumpet) and Julian Nalli (tenor sax).\nBywater Call is steadily building a reputation as one of best up-and-coming bands in the market today. Their live performances paired with an ever-growing catalog of recorded music\, is establishing their fanbase globally. With praises from other artists\, media\, and music fans alike\, Bywater Call is quickly becoming a fan favorite. \nRecently\, Bywater Call played their second Joe Bonamassa “Keeping the Blues Alive” (KTBA) cruise\, featuring headliners Big Head Todd and the Monsters and Larkin Poe. In 2025\, they played the Netherland’s BOSPOP festival alongside the likes of the Black Keys\, Warren Haynes Band\, Marcus King and Blackberry Smoke\, and others. \nBywater Call’s music is an exploration of life’s highs and lows. From intimate ballads that lay bare the complexities of human emotion to electrifying anthems that demand to be played at full volume\, their catalogue is a journey through human experience\, featuring influences from the likes of The Band\, The Wood Brothers\, Tedeschi Trucks Band\, Otis Redding\, Little Feat\, Sly and the Family Stone\, and many more.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/bywater-call/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Slave
DESCRIPTION:Second generation Dayton Funk stars Slave formed in Ohio in 1976 around a nucleus of guitarist Mark Hicks\, singer/brass man Floyd Miller\, bassist Mark Adams\, guitarist/singer Danny Webster\, and trumpeter Steve Washington – the nephew of pioneering funkateer\, Ohio Players trumpeter Ralph “Pee Wee” Middlebrooks. Early on\, Floyd came to a band meeting wearing a kinky t-shirt that had the word ‘Slave’ on one side and ‘Master’ on the other. Washington\, whose family had direct ties to Frederick Douglass and the abolitionist movement\, picked up on a concept that flipped the term slave from a negative into a positive: that the weight of the world is on everybody’s shoulders to make the planet a better place. As a band\, Slave’s contribution would be to uplift the masses by creating music with healing and meaning. They would call their higher plane music not Funk but ‘Fungk’ – with a ‘g’ – alluding to a spiritual\, God-like element. Slave exploded on contact with its 1977 debut single\, “Slide\,” making overnight sensations of guitarist Hicks (who took the nickname “Drac” based on some vocal clowning he did on the track) and bassist “Mr. Mark” Adams – both still teenagers yet waxing electrifyingly advanced on their respective axes. By their third album\, the ever-evolving collective had added two powerhouses: female vocalist Starleana Young (16 going on 17 years-young) and Steve Arrington who would start off as a percussionist but quickly become the secret ingredient star voice of Slave with an organic approach to singing that borrowed from Jazz saxophonist John Coltrane and Blues-Rock guitarist Jimi Hendrix as opposed to other singers.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/slave/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:David Nail
DESCRIPTION:David Nail’s prowess as a true artist in an era that rewards artificially enhanced art should not be overlooked… Some might even call him a “tour de force” as his songs pull no punches in evoking the demons with which he has wrestled through much of his life. Nail’s creative maturity reflects in both his songwriting and vocal ability\, widely hailed as one of the best male voices in Nashville. His consistent quality output and storytelling over his nearly two decade career is what keeps music lovers coming back and bringing others.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/david-nail/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Bad Co. Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Bad Company formed in London in 1973 by singer Paul Rodgers and drummer Simon Kirke (both ex-Free)\, guitarist Mick Ralphs (ex-Mott the Hoople) and bassist Boz Burrell (ex-King Crimson). Kirke was the only member to remain throughout the band’s entire run\, while he and Ralphs were the only members to appear on every studio album. Peter Grant\, who managed the rock band Led Zeppelin\, also managed Bad Company until 1982. \nBad Company enjoyed great success throughout the 1970s. Their first three albums\, Bad Company (1974)\, Straight Shooter (1975) and Run with the Pack (1976)\, reached the top five in the album charts in both the UK and the US. Many of their singles and songs\, such as “Bad Company”\, “Can’t Get Enough” (1974)\, “Feel Like Makin’ Love” (1975)\, “Shooting Star” (1975)\, “Burnin’ Sky” (1977) and “Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy” (1979)\, remain staples of classic rock radio. They have sold 20 million RIAA-certified albums in the US and 40 million worldwide. Though they initially disbanded in 1982\, Bad Company reunited on many occasions to record and tour until 2019. In 2023\, Kirke revealed that they would not continue as a band following the development of Rodgers’ recent health issues. Earlier this year Bad Co was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. \nEnter BAD CO – The Legacy \nFor seven years Robert Hart was the lead singer of Bad Co in its classic rock era. He has also played many years with The Jones Gang with Kenny Jones of The Faces. and currently with Manfred Mann’s Earthband. \nDave ‘Bucket’ Colwell\, guitarist\, spent 12 years in Bad Co\, was a member of Humble Pie for several years recording\, co-writing and producing the album Back on Track\, The Jones Gang\, ASAP and many other bands. \nDuring 1992\, Hart was approached by Mick Ralphs and Simon Kirke and asked if he would like to join them as the third lead vocalist for Bad Company\, following Paul Rodgers and Brian Howe. Hart performed with Bad Company\, touring the world including the US and Canada. In July 1994 a contract was drawn up by Alliance Artists and Legend Management and signed by the then Bad Company line up\, Mick Ralphs\, Simon Kirke\, Robert Hart\, Dave “Bucket” Colwell and Rick Wills. In 1995 a self-produced Bad Company album was released\, Company of Strangers\, with Hart who bore a vocal similarity to Paul Rodgers. It contained four tracks self-penned or co-written by Hart. The band made a promotional tour of the US with Bon Jovi. In 1996 another Bad Co album\, Stories Told and Untold featured Hart and contained seven new compositions and seven acoustic versions including ‘Can’t Get Enough’ and ‘Ready For Love’. Hart was also lead vocalist on three live albums between 1994 and 2001. In March 2020 he was on tour in Germany with “Rock meets Classic” featuring Alice Cooper. \nDuring the Brian Howe period the album\, Holy Water\, was released. The album was enormously successful both critically and commercially\, attaining Top 40 and platinum status by selling more than one million copies. Holy Water was the band’s first album on the Atlantic subsidiary Atco. The album spun off the singles: “If You Needed Somebody” the title track “Holy Water” and “Walk Through Fire”. “Holy Water” also hit No. 1 for 2 weeks on the AOR charts with “If You Needed Somebody” reaching No. 2. \nIn 1990 Dave “Bucket” Colwell joined Bad Co as guitarist at the request of Mick Ralphs who sat out for most of the Holy Water tour. Their subsequent tour\, supported by Damn Yankees\, was one of the top five grossing tours of 1991. As well as touring for over a decade\, Colwell recorded Here Comes Trouble\, What You Hear is What You Get\, Company of Strangers and Stories Told and Untold\, co-writing the last two. He then went on to record Merchants of Cool with Paul Rodgers in 2002. \nHart and Colwell are joined by Chris Childs\, exThunder and Tyketto and John Lingwood\, Manfred Mann’s Earthband and Roger Chapman\, on drums \nFans can expect many of the classic songs spanning Bad Company’s repertoire; ‘Ready for Love’\, ‘Can’t get Enough’\, ‘Rock and Roll Fantasy’\, the list goes on. It promises to be a night to remember! \nProjects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: VISITOR
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/bad-co-legacy/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:J & the Causeways
DESCRIPTION:New Orleans soul/rock powerhouse ensemble J & The Causeways debut album\, Motions\, conjures a universal theme of togetherness and compassion — melodies and lyrics cultivated with a keen understanding of reaching one another through healing and transcendence.  Singer and keyboardist Jordan Anderson leads with a soaring level of octave prowess and sonic range akin to that of other renowned soul acts like St. Paul & The Broken Bones or Brittany Howard.  Captured by famed musicians/producers Robert Mercurio and Ben Ellman (both members of NOLA cosmic funk outfit Galactic) at Studio in the Country and Esplanade Studios\, Motions is a record soaked in the freewheelin’ ethos and sonic tones of a vibrant city that Anderson proudly calls home. \nProjects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: YUPPIE
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/j-the-causeways/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Cassidy Daniels
DESCRIPTION:Cassidy Daniels is a Nashville-based artist and songwriter with a voice as soulful as her southern roots. The North Carolina-native grew up in a military household where she and her family moved across the country multiple times over\, leading her to claim Kentucky and Florida as additional home states where she spent a great deal of her childhood.  \nFollowing her move to Nashville\, Tennessee\, Cassidy signed a publishing deal with Liz Rose Music in 2019. Since then\, she has been building a catalog of music that reflects her storytelling instincts and bold perspective. In 2025\, she added Laguna Madre Management to her team\, further cementing her place as one of country music’s most exciting rising voices.  \nCassidy recently made waves as a Top Three Finalist on the CBS/Paramount TV series The Road and has continued to carve out her lane as both a recording artist and a sought-after writer.  \nCassidy has shared the stage with icons like Willie Nelson\, Florida Georgia Line\, and Billy Currington\, captivating crowds with her signature blend of grit and vulnerability. Her presence is also reaching beyond the stage: she’s set to appear in the upcoming Yellowstone spin-off Dutton Ranch\, performing multiple original songs. \nWith momentum on the road\, in the studio\, and on screen\, Cassidy Daniels is quickly becoming a standout star in the next wave of country music. \nProjects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: SAM KING & THE SUSPECTS
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/cassidy-daniels/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:DCDC "Taking it to the Streets"
DESCRIPTION:Join DCDC for Taking It to the Streets\, an energetic evening of music and movement celebrating community\, rhythm\, and connection. Through dynamic performance and powerful artistry\, the show brings people together for a joyful experience that fills downtown Dayton with creativity and soul. Bring your chair or blanket and enjoy a night where music\, dance\, and community take center stage.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/dcdc-taking-it-to-the-streets/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Reggae Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us this year as we celebrate Reggae Fest\, part of the Amplified Series sponsored by the City of Dayton. \nReggae Amplified Lineup: \n\n5:30 p.m. Da Squad\n6:45 p.m. Seefari\n8 p.m. The Meditations\n\nThe Meditations – are roots reggae legends whose harmonies helped shape the sound of reggae music for generations. Formed by Ansel Cridland\, Danny Clarke\, and Winston Watson\, the group rose to international acclaim with songs and albums that became part of reggae’s foundation.\nTheir voices can be heard alongside icons including Bob Marley\, Jimmy Cliff\, Gregory Isaacs\, Lee “Scratch” Perry\, Sly and Robbie\, and more. From the historic One Love Peace Concert in 1978 to stages across the United States\, Europe\, and Africa\, The Meditations have carried the spirit of roots rock reggae around the world.\nToday\, Ansel Cridland continues the legacy with longtime collaborators Laury Webb and Daddylion Chandell\, bringing a sound rooted in harmony\, history\, and love. Their music is a celebration of resilience\, unity\, and the lasting power of reggae to bring people together. \nSeefari – Award-winning\, Critically-acclaimed Reggae/World Music Artist Seefari has received extensive radio airplay worldwide\, with heavy radio chart action and critical comparisons to reggae originators Bob Marley\, Dennis Brown\, Lee “Scratch” Perry and Pablo Moses. Tom “Seefari” Carroll has won numerous awards and his music has been featured on TV and in films. The singer\, producer and multi-instrumentalist has headlined countless festivals across the USA including four years headlining the Houston\, Texas-based Bob Marley Festival Tour. Fronting a world-class band featuring musicians he has worked with for decades\, Seefari’s live show mixes the soulful sound of classic reggae with healthy doses of dub\, rock\, jazz\, Latin and African influences. \nDa Squad – Dayton’s own Da Squad reggae band brings reggae rhythms and positive vibes to the stage with a sound rooted in community\, connection\, and live music. Join us on the lawn for a free\, family-friendly evening of music in the heart of downtown Dayton.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/reggae-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Hot Toddies Jazz Band
DESCRIPTION:THE HOT TODDIES JAZZ BAND are a fun-loving hot jazz & swing band from NYC. They have an eclectic mix of styles perfect for dancing\, lindy hop\, and good times! \nSince May 2022 the band has maintained a weekly residency at the prominent Manhattan nightclub\, Somewhere Nowhere\, and built it into one of the most popular jazz nights in New York City\, averaging over 300 people each night year-round. Playing to mixed crowds of swing dancers\, jazz fans\, and large numbers of 20-30 year olds (curious about jazz via social media)\, the band developed a unique & high energy approach to performing… as guitarist Justin Poindexter describes\, “a hard-swinging chemistry and spirited repertoire developed between our core group of musicians…” \nFounded in 2018\, the band quickly became one of the top swing bands on the scene in NYC\, the birthplace of the dance. In Summer 2023 they headlined the beloved outdoor swing dance at Lincoln Center in front of over 2\,000 people during “Summer for the City” (formerly Midsummer Night Swing). This was also the release of their debut full length album\, that was praised by critics\, on Jazz Charts for 3 weeks (hitting #11 on the NACC Top 30)\, and playing on over 50 radio stations nationwide. Their 2021 debut EP “Quarantine Tracks” featured wacky music videos for “Dunkin Bagel” and “Five O’clock Coffee” – both hitting over 100k views on social media. Their new album “Triple Step” will be released on all platforms on September 20th\, and available on CD\, cassette\, and vinyl. \nSharing their love of this music and connecting with swing communities and dancers everywhere is part of what inspires the band. This year the band toured extensively across the US\, driving nearly 5\,000 miles to play for swing dances in Austin\, Santa Fe\, Philadelphia\, Pittsburgh\, Rochester\, Denver\, Washington DC\, San Antonio\, Fort Worth; and at festivals such as Levitt Pavilion Dayton in Ohio\, Green Box in Colorado\, Hudson River Park in Manhattan\, Cornell University\, and headlined Lincoln Center’s “Summer for the City” (formerly Midsummer Night Swing) series bringing in an audience of over 2\,000 people. \nThe band also plays throughout NYC at acclaimed venues such as The Blue Note Jazz Club\, The Whitney Museum\, The Public Hotel\, Somewhere Nowhere\, The Players Club\, The Montauk Club\, The Standard\, The Backroom\, Foxtail; plus events such as The Gatsby Party\, Shanghai Mermaid\, Mad Hatter’s Ball\, Mardi Gras\, Gotham Jazz Festival\, International Lindy Hop Championships “After Party;” and private events for The Whitney Museum\, BizBash\, Nice Ltd\, The Red Cross\, BNI\, St Johns University\, Mann Investments\, among others. \nLed by noted composer / producer / drummer PATRICK SOLURI (Prohibition Productions)\, the band features some of today’s top musicians in the swing & trad jazz worlds including noted vocalists QUEEN ESTHER (James “Blood” Ulmer) and HANNAH GILL (Post Modern Jukebox); as well as trumpeter ALPHONSO HORNE (Jazz at Lincoln Center)\, Grammy winning reedman LINUS WYRSCH\, trombonist JAKE HANDELMAN (Gordon Webster Band)\, guitarist JUSTIN POINDEXTER (Jazz at Lincoln Center)\, and IAN HUTCHISON  (Sw!ng Out\, Eyal Vilner Big Band). \nProjects Unlimited Gem Series Opener: EDDIE BROOKSHIRE QUARTET ft. Brenda Flowers
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/hot-toddies-jazz-band/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Joanne Shaw Taylor
DESCRIPTION:Joanne Shaw Taylor was discovered by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics at the age of 16\, quickly earning a spot on tour with his supergroup\, D.U.P.\, and launching a remarkable career. Celebrated for her extraordinary guitar skills\, Joanne has garnered acclaim from notables like Jimmy Cliff\, Joe Bonamassa\, Stevie Wonder\, and Annie Lennox. By her 30s\, she became one of the most sought-after guitarists in rock. \nJoanne released her debut album\, White Sugar\, in 2009 on Ruf Records\, showcasing her distinct soulful voice and advanced songwriting. She followed with critically acclaimed albums like Diamonds In The Dirt (2010) and Almost Always Never (2012)\, which included the UK radio hit “Soul Station.” Her subsequent albums\, The Dirty Truth and Wild\, continued to build her reputation\, leading to a performance on BBC’s “Later with Jools Holland.” \nHer career milestone came with Reckless Heart (2019)\, which broke into the UK Top 20 Album Chart\, followed by The Blues Album (2021)\, produced by Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith\, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Blues Charts. Her next album\, Blues From The Heart Live\, also hit No. 1 on the Billboard Blues Album chart in 2022. \nHer 2024 release\, Heavy Soul\, also produced by Kevin Shirley\, debuted at #2 on the Billboard Blues Album chart. It has been celebrated for its fusion of contemporary soul-pop and traditional blues roots\, praised for its powerful lyrics and soul-stirring melodies. This album marks a significant evolution in her career\, showcasing her growth as an artist and solidifying her status as a dynamic force in the blues-rock world. \nNow\, Joanne is celebrating the release of her highly anticipated 10th studio album\, Black & Gold\, which also debuted at #2 on the Billboard Blues Album chart. Produced by Kevin Shirley\, the album blends blues-rock with influences from Americana\, indie rock\, and retro ’80s pop\, further redefining the boundaries of the genre and marking a bold new chapter in Joanne’s prolific career.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/joanne-shaw-taylor/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month w/ Son del Caribe
DESCRIPTION:The Cincinnati-based Latin music ensemble Son Del Caribe is widely acknowledged by both dancers and listeners as the top salsa band in Ohio.  The band’s exciting\, energetic\, eclectic and very danceable pan-Caribbean\, pan-American sound includes salsa and other styles of Latin dance music such as merengue\, cumbia\, son\, bomba\, plena\, and bachata. \nSon Del Caribe has been the band accompanist of big artists\, who have been awarded the prestigious Grammy in Latin Music\, Lalo Rodriguez and Andy Montanez. Locally\, this talented ensemble has participated in concerts with international musical bands such as Grupo Niche and Puerto Rican Power. \nSon Del Caribe is led by the versatile trombonist Jaime Morales\, a top salsa musician from Puerto Rico who has played alongside such Latin music legends as Eddie Santiago\, Gilberto Santa Rosa\, and many others. \nSon Del Caribe performs regularly at universities\, Latin dance clubs\, concerts\, community events and music festivals in Cincinnati\, Dayton and throughout the Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana tri-state area.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month-w-son-del-caribe/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:UD Adult Music Program ft. New Horizons and the Celebration Chorus
DESCRIPTION:The UD New Horizons Music Program and the Dayton Celebration Chorus bring the community together through the shared joy of music. Based at the University of Dayton\, these ensembles welcome adults of all experience levels\, creating a space where learning\, creativity\, and connection thrive side by side. \nThe UD New Horizons Music Program gives adults the opportunity to begin or continue their musical journey in a supportive and encouraging environment\, while the Dayton Celebration Chorus lifts audiences with rich harmonies and spirited performances. Together\, these groups celebrate lifelong learning and the power of music to build friendships\, inspire confidence\, and strengthen community. \nTheir performances are filled with heart\, energy\, and the kind of joy that reminds us music is for everyone.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/ud-adult-music-program/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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SUMMARY:Jazz Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us this year as we celebrate Jazz Fest\, part of the Amplified Series sponsored by the City of Dayton. \nJazz Amplified Lineup: \n\n5:45 p.m. SaxTone Arrington\n6:45 p.m. Nasty Nati Brass Band\n8 p.m. Lao Tizer Band Ft Elliott Yamin\n\nPhoto taken in Los Angeles on 04/24/24 \nLao Tizer Band Ft Elliott Yamin – “Jazz Group of the Year” nominee\, The Lao Tizer Band feat Elliott Yamin\, make their return to Levitt Pavilion Dayton on Saturday\, September 19th in support of their new album & video release AMPLIFY. The new release is a major evolution for the group and includes 5 new original vocals and 4 new original instrumentals. The project was recorded and filmed all LIVE at legendary EastWest Studios in Hollywood with simultaneous 7-camera video shoot and a legendary cast of musicians. Please join us as the group takes you on a high-energy musical ride through a variety of flavors and styles with an all-star cast of musicians. \n  \n  \nNasty Nati Brass Band – The Nasty Nati Brass Band (NNBB)\, founded in 2012 and led by Trumpeter Mike Wade\, consists of a nine-member ensemble of brass\, saxophones and drums. Many of the songs they cover are Jazz\, Blues\, R&B and Rock rearranged and orchestrated to give it their own ‘Nasty Nati’ style. The band’s inspiration is from a long tradition of Brass Bands from New Orleans\, as well as marching bands from historically Black colleges and R&B funk Bands such as Earth Wind and Fire\, Chuck Brown and others. \n  \n  \n  \nSaxTone Arrington – Dayton saxophonist Anthony “SaxTone” Arrington is known for blending jazz and R&B through soulful live performances that connect deeply with audiences. A performer with Dayton roots and a passion for live music\, SaxTone has shared his sound throughout the region while also performing with the legendary Zapp Band.
URL:https://levittdayton.org/event/jazz-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion\, 134 South Main St.\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Admission
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