Dave Alvin, a Grammy Award winning songwriter, singer and self described barroom guitarist, is considered by many to be one of the pivotal pioneers of Americana. A fourth generation Californian, Alvin grew up in the small town of Downey and got his musical education by listening to the late night border radio stations, watching his older cousins play guitar and banjo, collecting dusty, rare 78s and sneaking in underage to bars with his older brother, Phil, to see their legendary blues heroes perform live and to learn from them firsthand. Since forming the highly influential Roots Rock/R+B band, The Blasters, ...

Salvadore Ross: Salvadore Ross is a fuzz-inspired psychedelic rock and roll band from Dayton, OH, featuring equal parts space rock, heavy greasy riffs, and 1960s style songwriting. The band consists of founder K.R. Byrum on guitar and vocals,  Kyle Sweney on drums and vocals, and Matt “Friz” Szafranski on bass. The band’s name is derived from a 1964 episode of the television series “The Twilight Zone” entitled, “The Self-Improvement of Salvadore Ross”, which emphasizes the importance of compassion over selfishness.  Audiences all over the world anticipate the release of Salvadore Ross' third full-length record, which will be available in late 2023. ...

MarMonroe: Ohio native MarMonroe is a rnb singer that caught attention going viral for her stories on popular instrumental beats and her bold and loving personality. She’s an artist by nature that writes and sings the spirit and soul of what she sees. Her most famous mixtapes are Beautiful Nightmares and Love Chronicles. She is well on her way to greatness by healing hearts through her music and keeping a smile on people’s face with her words. CeeofDreams: Throughout the course of her musical career, Ceeofdreams has won over the hearts of music lovers from all walks of life. Born and ...

La Santa Cecilia is stuck in LA due to cancelled flights BUT the show must go on and Dayton local music ROCKS! So Heather Redman & The Reputation will take the stage tonight at 7PM. Grab your lawn chair and pack your cooler, it’s time for another free concert at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton. Join us for the 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season of 45 free concerts in Downtown Dayton. Heather Redman and The Reputation blend elements of garage, rock & roll, and soul together with the grit of their Dayton, Ohio home to form a sound that is both fresh ...

Dayton Metro Library has joined as a partner to offer additional elements to the World Music Series. Rousing and raucous, 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 says “Scythian’s enthusiasm is contagious, and shows seem to end with everyone dancing, jumping around or hoisting glasses.” About the venue: All concerts in the 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton are free and open to the ...

This event begins at 5PM with our Home of Urban Creative Arts Community curated ceremonies commemorating and concert.  Experience poetry, African dance, musicians, drumming, performances, commemoration, food trucks, live choir, creative sculptures, music by Core DJ SKNO and the Grammy Award Winning Rebirth Brass Band! For almost 4 decades, the Grammy winning Rebirth Brass Band has been stunning fans with a fiery live show and a rich musical catalog. Their trademark sound pays homage to the New Orleans brass band tradition while weaving a tapestry that combines elements of jazz, funk, soul, R&B and the sounds from the streets they ...

Phillip-Michael was born in Michigan, forged in Chicago, and now lives in Nashville, TN. He grew up with B.B. King calling him “nephew” and calls his music "Dive Bar Soul," a blend of Indie Rock storytelling and the passion of the blues. In 2022, he caught the attention of Ellen DeGeneres who invited him to perform on her final season. About the venue: All concerts in the 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton are free and open to the public, no ticket or RSVP necessary. All concerts begin at 7PM. You can bring in lawn chairs or ...

The John Doe Folk Trio is the latest project from the X frontman. Formed in his home of Austin, TX, the trio recorded Doe’s latest album “Fables In a Foreign Land” and consists of Doe, bassist Kevin Smith and drum Conrad Choucron. Harold Hensley: Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener   About the venue: All concerts in the 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton are free and open to the public, no ticket or RSVP necessary. All concerts begin at 7PM. You can bring in lawn chairs or blankets as well as outside food and beverage – including ...

The Son of SLAVE is the rebirth of funk representing Ohio music. The Son of SLAVE is Mark L. Akridge, bass guitarist, singer, songwriter, and the oldest son of the late great Mark Adams of the Funk group “SLAVE”. About the venue: All concerts in the 2023 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton are free and open to the public, no ticket or RSVP necessary. All concerts begin at 7PM. You can bring in lawn chairs or blankets as well as outside food and beverage – including alcohol (just no glass). You can also rent lawn chairs for ...

Dayton Metro Library has joined as a partner to offer additional elements to the World Music Series. Cachitas Now! is part of Center Stage, a public diplomacy initiative of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs with funding provided by the U.S. Government, administered by the New England Foundation for the Arts in cooperation with the U.S. Regional Arts Organizations. General management is provided by Lisa Booth Management, Inc. Bio in English: With swooping hooks and party grooves the cumbia-grounded sound of this identity-inclusive LGBTQIA+ band buoyantly challenges societal norms, celebrates difference, and reclaims the love ...

Etana rose to prominence in 2006 with an inimitable musical style that resists categorization. She is a mesmerizing performer whose vocals are as culturally defining as South Africa’s Miriam Makeba or Jamaica’s Marcia Griffiths and as dynamic as classic Whitney Houston. People are so consistently enthralled by Etana‘s music that several of “Free Expressions’” songs topped the charts in Jamaica and reggae charts internationally. Luv Locz Experiment: Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener The Luv Locz Experiment is a Reggae infused funk'n soul band based out of Dayton, Ohio. The band was founded by Romair 'Jay-Vez' Hicks and Anthony 'Saxtone' Arrington ...

This concert is in celebration of Pride on 5th in Dayton and the LGBTQ+ community and is sponsored by Dykes of Dayton. Dykes of Dayton will be hosting a teen music teen pride zone at the Levitt Pavilion prior to this concert from noon to 3PM. Powerhouse art-punk cello-rock duo Lung has a sound that is dark and commanding, evoking the driving sludge of early grunge with layered sinister undertones. Described as "loud, dissonant, innovative, and fearless" (Fair Shakes and Just Dessert) and "post-grunge mixed with a dose of the avant garde (Paul Silver, Jersey Beat), "Lung doesn't try to ...