The Rialto Living Room is now open Wednesday - Saturday at 5pm.
The Rialto Recording Studios is OPEN! Please contact us on The Rialto Recording Studios tab for booking and studio information.
Join Glenn Sonoda and Special Guests every First Friday of the Month for Live Music and Drinks!
Showtime: 5:00 PM
NOTE THE DATE CHANGE FOR APRIL
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Akronauts
Akronauts is a high-energy band combining multiple styles including rock, alternative, punk, funk and grunge. We bring a lively performance with songs that are meant for a broad audience and can play to any crowd. Akronauts are loud! Our music isn't meant for a chill crowd or a small, quiet setting and wouldn't be considered "background music". We will get you on your feet and get you moving.
Ryan plays a Gibson Les Paul and a G&L Legacy. He was in several bands with Dave including Size 13, Mabry, and Mayors of Mulberry. Ryan was in Banned From The Moon with Joe. He worked for many years as a structural engineer. Ryan is a classic Star Wars fan and he thinks the that new sequels are garbage. His favorite concert ever was Jane’s Addiction in 1989.
Dave & Joe met in kindergarten but were not in a band together until 2019. Dave was a meat cutter for many years. Dave was in many bands such as Size 13, Mayors of Mulberry, Connor O’brien, Hollow Rogues, Mabry, and Rusty Soul Band. Dave enjoys riding BMX bikes and has a basement overflowing with Funko Pops. Dave’s favorite cereal is Fruit Loops and often has them on stage. Dave can’t stand the band KISS, and will fly into a rage if he hears any song by them(jk Kiss Army ALL THE WAY!)
Joe was in a band called The Gypsy Hunters and Banned From The Moon. He was in choir in middle school and high school. Joe is a graphic designer and designs all of Akronauts graphics and created this website. Joe used to skateboard a lot but now he’s just a chicken. He rides his bike all the time now, so that’s cool.
Neal was in Banned From The Moon with Joe, and was in Trunk Ride for a while and In A Rut. Neal is from the Canton area and has played the old Buzzbin many times. Neal is great with dogs and doesn't mind sleeping in his car. This guy doesn't run from a fight either. I recommend being nice to Neal.
Harmony Star
Harmony Star are two little birds making music on little machines. Their first album, "Run, Children. Run.", mused on aging and betrayals that never really go away. Their latest album, "Boardwalk Arcade", is a concept album about losing everything, including yourself. The duo blend influences from new wave, oldies, post-punk, prog rock, and nostalgia-inducing ambient music. Their songs have been played on Alt Cleveland, the Alternation, and WZIP, and they recently opened for British Artist of the Year award-winner Ollie Wride. Harmony Star’s music has been praised as "Hail to the Thief as F**K", "Omg !!", and "awesome hot tub music."
The Skoolies
Joining forces late in 2019, The Skoolies wrote and played furiously until they were locked down and separated by the pandemic. The writing and playing continued remotely, leading to their first two albums “Darker Rhymes” and “Don’t Let Go," that represent their diverse approach to songwriting. A throwback to 80s post-punk pop era or maybe a flashback to something a bit more surreal? Indie rock at its finest. Playing original compositions and 80's, 90's, and 00's alternative rock!
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
“Ohio Crossroads “ - Traditional Bluegrass Duo-
Jeff Smith- Guitar
Mike Radebaugh- Bass
A very Special show to benefit United Disabilities Services. UDS provides and supports inclusive, life-enriching options through person-centered programs and advocacy.
Freez-R-Burn
The Twanglers
Dave Rich
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
As the world around us spirals more and more in control towards a bright and promising future, there is a growing lack of outlets for the cynics, critics, and comics of this burgeoning world.
That's where The Rialto Theatre comes in.
Join us every Third Wednesday for our monthly Comedy Open Mic, where you can riff on all the world's dwindling problems, from airline food to amazon tracking to AI terminator dystopian hell.
All skill levels are welcome, from novice to amateur! Bring your best 5 minutes of material or just come to enjoy the free show. This is a welcoming environment for all, hosted by Bill Marzano, with special musical guest!
Doors: 7:00 PM / Sign Up 7:30 PM / Showtime 8:00 PM
This is an event for trivia fans and anyone who wants to enjoy a fun evening. Each month, questions will be in at least 5 diverse categories, always including some Ohio and Akron Trivia. But as a bonus, each event will have a focus that makes up a larger percent of the questions. These themes include:
April 16: Focus on the 1950s, 1980s, and 2010s
May 21: National Parks and Tourist Attractions
June 18: Sports, Sports, Sports!
July 16: Christmas in July
August 20: Animals
Get to the show early for drinks in The Rialto Living Room - open at 5pm!
Starts at 6:00 PM
Lacey Incandescent
Lacey Incandescent is a soft grunge, soul band mixed with a little tinge of everything. Based out of Cleveland, Ohio the band was formed by frontwoman Lacey Farina and consists of Lacey Farina (vocals a) Michael Bohm (guitar), Chris Lugo (keys) Taylor Arbogast (bass), and Ty Robinson (drums). Their mission is to have their music find those who may need it as much as they do. To share their art with others, to bring people together through art & authenticity, through expression & emotion. To inspire and be inspired. Be on the lookout for their first single “So Cute It Makes Me Scream” due to release this summer on streaming platforms!
Combwalker
COMBWALKER is an alternative noise rock band concocted in Akron, Ohio by members Curtis (guitar/vocals), Nevan (guitar), Nick (bass) and Barrett (drums). Their new Western inspired album “Goin’ West” harkens back to a time of scoundrels, saloons, gold, and good old fashioned showdowns.
Naked Eye
Naked Eye is a one person rock band hailing from the Dayton area of Ohio. Making danceable beats with synthesizer hooks & very melodic vocals with subsonic down tuned guitar riffs. A blend of late 70s/early 80s New Wave mixed with Grunge & Garage Rock for something new that has been described as dance punk & electro grunge.
Naked Eye is for everyone, but may be enjoyed best by fans of Devo, Nirvana, The B52's, The MC5 & Lene Lovich. On streaming as Naked Eye, on socials as Naked_eye_music.
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
Johnny Rockdog
johnnyrockdog is a singer songwriter from Ohio who believes in the sacred and healing power of music. His songs speak of freedom, love, and personal transformation. He has been writing songs since he was a young child and has always considered music to be a gift. His unique voice and songwriting passionately express philosophical, social, and emotional ideas, while capturing a superb melodic style.
johnnyrockdog is working to help and heal others with his music, while building a musical community based on equality, reciprocity, and collective individualism he hopes to inspire change.
His new releases can be found on any major streaming service.
Broken Transmitter
Broken Transmitter is the duo of Tim Benner and Scott Paris. The two have toured the country and been seen with the Canton Symphony, actor Thomas Nicholas, and as the house band for Wizard World Comic Con. BT has two studio albums and is presently working on new material.
Midnite Phoenix
"Midnite Phoenix is a hard rock band fusing glam and punk with original tracks and covers. Led by powerhouse vocalist Wendy Darling, the lineup features guitarist Bryce McVaney, drummer Samantha Lapham, bassist Reese Putnam."
Brian Lisik and the Immoral Standards
The Color of May
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
1402
1402 is an indie rock band from Akron, OH.
LEARNER
Learner is a band from Athens, Ohio bringing together slowcore and indie folk; encapsulating the feelings they could never describe.
Glass Bones
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Join us swing dancing on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month starting at 8pm for $3. For those who do not know how to swing dance, have no fear! For only $5 more, we are offering a one hour basic lesson from 7pm - 8pm so you can learn a few moves before the night begins.
Also, you do not need to bring a dance partner to participate in the lesson, so there are no excuses. This is a great way to get out, meet new people, get a little exercise, and have fun all at the same time!
7-8pm Basic Swing Lesson led by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno - ($5)
8pm - Open Dance - ($3)
Basic Lesson + Open Dance - ($8)
Doors: 6:30pm
Talk Less
Talk Less is an independent emo band from Akron, Ohio. With Donovan, Westley, Riley, and Zack, Talk Less wants to bring a new sound to the city of Akron. Established in 2022, this group of friends from high school hopes to reach new heights with their music and high sense of spirit.
Calico
Calico is an alternative band based out of cleveland, ohio. formed in early 2024, the band is composed lead guitarist David Stalder, bassist Dylan Markko, drummer Tommy Prebish, and vocalist/guitarist Emily Pappas.
The Office Drones
The Office Drones are a rock band based in Akron, OH formed by a bunch of guys with corporate jobs.
They spend most of their days working but occasionally find the time to perform kickass rock ‘n’ roll. Maybe one day they will make it big enough to escape the workplace.
Nik Lehtinen on vocals, Jackson Macatol on guitar, Alex Ely on guitar, Jenson Kozar on bass, Wyatt Martin on drums, Henry Allen on guitar.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Join Wylie Green every Fourth Friday as he shares his songs on The Rialto Living Room Stage.
Showtime: 5:00 PM
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Magnolia Boulevard
If patience is a virtue, then the current state of Magnolia Boulevard plays right into the long-held notion that sonic grandeur evolves in its own time and place — one where the Lexington, Kentucky, rock-n-soul act is aiming to break into a national audience ready and roaring for the quintet’s soaring talents.
“Things happen when they’re supposed to happen,” lead singer/guitarist Maggie Noelle says. “And I’m so proud of this music coming out now with this group of dudes — it’s like we’re finally getting what we kind of deserve.”
“We know who we are now, and we know what we want to do,” adds keyboardist Ryan Allen. “We know what we want to sound like. Everybody involved is on the same path. We’ve got the same mission and we feel good about it. These songs have been cared for and thought about, where everything is happening with intention — there’s purpose behind the music.”
That mission of luminous tone and honest intent is no more apparent than Magnolia Boulevard’s latest self-titled album. Captured by legendary Kentucky producer Duane Lundy, the eight-song LP runs the gamut of genres, all with thick threads of the blues and soul radiating from the tracks.
“We like a lot of different things, so let’s start a band that’s blues and soul, the rest being whatever else we feel like adding,” Allen says. “These are songs and stories of the struggles of Appalachian people, these little snapshots of time of what it’s like to live around here.”
“Inspiration comes and goes,” Noelle adds. “I’ve realized, in these later years of songwriting, I tend to write about my current life and where my heart is.”
Formed in 2017 by Noelle and Allen, the band came together when other creative endeavors weren’t fulfilling the artistic desires and professional expectations of what the duo were envisioning. It was time to push down the gas pedal on the possibility and potential of what Magnolia Boulevard could be, and ultimately has become — in sonic design and in the live realm.
“The sound has been described as ‘Appalachian Soul,’ and I really like that because of our Appalachian roots,” Noelle says. “You get a taste of folk with the songwriting portion, but you also have that rock and soul foundation.”
Watching Noelle under the bright lights, her stage presence immediately conjures whispers in the audience, where her fiery vocal talents are compared to the likes of Susan Tedeschi, Bonnie Raitt, and Grace Potter. And yet, Magnolia Boulevard remains unique and steadfast in its approach.
The powerhouse group is rounded out by Roddy Puckett (bass), Austin Lewis (guitar) and Brandon Johnson (drums). With this bountiful lineup, Magnolia Boulevard has been making the rounds around Southern Appalachia and beyond, each show an opportunity to once again justify its reputation as one of the rising, “must see” rock shows anywhere in the country.
“It feels a lot better when it is the sum of all the parts, when you have five people all going after the same thing,” Allen says. “We’re not sacrificing or compromising anything, and in a way that we maybe had before. It feels like we’re got something substantial here that we’re really proud of.”
“Everybody in the band is also interpreting the lyrics and showing emotion, because they’re into it, too,” Noelle adds. “They feel the same emotions, and there’s something magic about it [when we’re playing].”
And as Magnolia Boulevard grows and evolves into a national act, the core essence and melodic attitude of the unit will proudly reside in the rich, vibrant music scene of its native Lexington and greater Kentucky.
“In Kentucky, we’ve got a little bit of everything, and we just have this real sense of community,” Noelle says. “Everybody has always been supportive of each other’s projects, no matter the genre, and I think that’s important.”
“There’s also this feeling of gratitude,” Allen adds. “More and more, I’ll just catch myself feeling really thankful for where we are. It comes from what we’ve gone through, and being able to persevere through it — it makes it even better when you wind up on the other side.”
With the new record appearing on the horizon and an upcoming tour running up and down the East Coast, what remains for Magnolia Boulevard is this deep, renewed sense of purpose — one held and shared with any and all who happen to happily wander into their musical landscape.
“Playing live is what we crave,” Noelle says. “[Onstage], we escape to a place where we can all be free, leaving fears and anxieties at the door, forgetting yesterday’s troubles — it’s a form of therapy at this point to just lay it all out.”
“The first time I saw Maggie sing, I knew we had a chance to reach a lot of people,” Allen adds. “We’ve come a long way since that first rehearsal. Different band members. Broken down vans. Empty dive bars. We’re both happier now with this band than we’ve ever been.”
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Chrissy Strong and Nate Vaill Duo
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
The Labra Brothers
A Labra Brothers event is an adrenaline anchor performance that includes high-energy Latin percussion, funky rhythms, sax and smooth, bilingual vocal harmonies. Their familial title isrooted in the fact that they are indeed made up mostly of brothers.
The Labra Brothers have established themselves regionally, not only as the standard within their core genre of Latin Funk & Soul, but also as a dynamic and diverse powerhouse of musical presentation, the essence of which is a unique fusion of Latin rhythms with more contemporary Funk and Soul music. Some of their more notable recent engagements include opening roles for Los Lobos, Tony Succar, and Average White Band, in addition to a collaborative concert with the Canton Symphony Orchestra.
In 2022, they were voted "Best Latin" by the Cleveland Music Awards. This was followed by their recognition as "Best Latin Fusion Band" by Cleveland Magazine in 2023.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 8:00pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door. Under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
When September Ends
When September Ends is Northeast Ohio’s premier (and possibly only) semi-acoustic Green Day tribute band. Formed after singer-songwriter Noah Gittell met bassist James Wenstrup and drummer Dylan Brown at a Cleveland open mic night, the trio quickly bonded over their shared love of the Bay Area punk legends.
Swapping Green Day’s signature distortion for an acoustic approach, When September Ends reveals a chiller, more melodic side of the band’s catalog—blending in elements of blues, jazz, and folk while staying true to the spirit of pop-punk. With strong musicianship and a playful sense of humor, When September Ends is poised to become a staple of the Northeast Ohio music scene for years to come
Miguel Cafe’
Don Beck
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
Michelle Hall
Michelle Hall is a songwriter from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She has written songs for over 20 years—both for herself and other artists.
She has recently started playing piano and performing her original songs live, realizing the power of expression through the communal sharing of lyrics and music.
Michelle’s songs are in the emotional singer/songwriter genre—with a little country influence—which was the root of her songwriting for the first 15 years.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Showtime: 5:00pm
“Future Perfect” Lifts Off with Self Titled Debut Album
Northeast Ohio, May 2nd 2026- After five years of incubation, the Northeast Ohio musical collective, “Future Perfect” is releasing their first album. Written by front man, David L. Munnell and Zachary Palumbo (keys), “Future Perfect” collects Ryan Bisset (bass) from Warren, OH, Dave Humphries (drums) from Youngstown, OH, Noah Hrbeck (guitar) from Cleveland, OH, and Jonah Raider-Roth (synth) from Cleveland, OH to form a sound that has been describedas “theatrical space rock.” Taking cues from the velvet underground and artists of the 70’s and 80’s, “Future Perfect” seeks to mix a punk sound with more modern jazz and progressive fusion to create a blend of theatrics and music.
“When writing these pieces, I wanted to explore a very personal experience regarding unrequited love and the process to move on,” explains front man, David who, taking a cue from David Bowie, goes by “the Cosmonaut” in this piece. “Coming out of the lockdown of the pandemic, it was important to me that I move away from traditional performance institutions and focus on asymmetrical storytelling utilizing theatrics and music. To that end, I reached out to Zach to help me finish up the piece to create a meditation on love lost and the journey to move on using the Cold War space race as a brief backdrop.”
To coincide with the album release, “Future Perfect” will be performing a release concert on May 2nd, 2026 at 7 pm as part of the Rialto Theatre’s record and release program. Tickets are on sale at www.therialtotheatre.com for $15 or $20 at the door.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
An old Irish session with a new home The Gordon Shaffer Irish Session started more than 25 years ago at The Ancient Order of Hibernians at 941 Kenmore Blvd. After years away we are returning to Kenmore at The Rialto Theatre. This "jam" session welcomes Irish musicians from all over northeast Ohio and beyond. Come to listen or come to play. Lots of fun tunes and great people. All skill levels welcome.
If your not wanting to perform, come enjoy some Irish Jams!
Showtime: 6:30 pm
RSVP on Facebook!
Come join us for every first Wednesday of the month as poetry takes the stage with Angry Cow Poetry! Each event will include a featured poet/spoken word artist as well as an open mic. Come hear some of northeast Ohio’s most powerful voices.
Featured Poets:
Jan 7: Scott Woods
Feb 4: DS Will
Mar 4: Danielle Nicole Nikki Dixon
Apr 1: Raja Belle Freeman
May 6: Arrie Lane and PthaPoet
Jun 3: Arianna Cheree (hosted by Q in the Stu)
Jul 1: Drae Day
Aug 5: Smiley Kylie
Sep 2: Ray Makale
Get to the show early for drinks in The Rialto Living Room at 5pm!
Mic opens around 7:15pm
RSVP on Facebook!
(Note) January's First Thursday is on Jan. 8th, as the real FT is New Year's Day... All the rest throughout the year are actually the First Thursday of that month....
Join me as we continue into the 5th year of First Thursdays at The Rialto. I'll be solo in the Living Room with surprise guests from time to time.
Great food and beverages, with a full bar, are all available in the cozy Living Room Cafe. See y'all there!!
photo: Ellen Stair
Join Glenn Sonoda and Special Guests every First Friday of the Month for Live Music and Drinks!
Showtime: 5:00 PM
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NINE o SEVEN
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
Solice
Mixing elements from almost every metal genre, Solice aims to have something for everyone. From Hardcore Punk to Death metal, weather you like push pits or throwing spin kicks, this is the band for you. No matter who you are or what youve been through, come by the Rialto and get your face melted for our debut record, Panopticon. Keep it real.
GraveRidden
GraveRidden is a metal band from the Akron Ohio area. We consist of high schoolers from Revere and Green High school. We focus on original music, but throw in a few covers here and there. Our biggest influences are Avenged Sevenfold, Gojira, Children of Bodom, Lamb of God, and Mastodon.
The Exiled
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
Join us swing dancing on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month starting at 8pm for $3. For those who do not know how to swing dance, have no fear! For only $5 more, we are offering a one hour basic lesson from 7pm - 8pm so you can learn a few moves before the night begins.
Also, you do not need to bring a dance partner to participate in the lesson, so there are no excuses. This is a great way to get out, meet new people, get a little exercise, and have fun all at the same time!
7-8pm Basic Swing Lesson led by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno - ($5)
8pm - Open Dance - ($3)
Basic Lesson + Open Dance - ($8)
Doors: 6:30pm
Get ready for a nerdy burlesque and drag show in Akron, Ohio at The Rialto.
Talk Nerdy To Me on Saturday, May 16 at the Rialto Theater in Akron, Ohio!
This nerdy burlesque and drag show we like to get down and NERDY. Expect performances inspired by your favorite pop culture obsessions, plus interactive games, prizes, and plenty of surprises.
Cosplay is absolutely encouraged!
Make it a full night out: The Rialto Living Room opens at 5:00pm for dinner and drinks, so you can grab a bite and sip cocktails before the theatre doors open.
Theatre Doors: 7:00pm
Showtime: 8:00pm
As the world around us spirals more and more in control towards a bright and promising future, there is a growing lack of outlets for the cynics, critics, and comics of this burgeoning world.
That's where The Rialto Theatre comes in.
Join us every Third Wednesday for our monthly Comedy Open Mic, where you can riff on all the world's dwindling problems, from airline food to amazon tracking to AI terminator dystopian hell.
All skill levels are welcome, from novice to amateur! Bring your best 5 minutes of material or just come to enjoy the free show. This is a welcoming environment for all, hosted by Bill Marzano, with special musical guest!
Doors: 7:00 PM / Sign Up 7:30 PM / Showtime 8:00 PM
This is an event for trivia fans and anyone who wants to enjoy a fun evening. Each month, questions will be in at least 5 diverse categories, always including some Ohio and Akron Trivia. But as a bonus, each event will have a focus that makes up a larger percent of the questions. These themes include:
April 16: Focus on the 1950s, 1980s, and 2010s
May 21: National Parks and Tourist Attractions
June 18: Sports, Sports, Sports!
July 16: Christmas in July
August 20: Animals
Get to the show early for drinks in The Rialto Living Room - open at 5pm!
Starts at 6:00 PM
Feral Company w/ Susan Wojnar
"Feral" is the word that best describes the music penned by singer/songwriter Susan Wojnar of the acoustic group Feral Company. Though her songs, which embrace social ills, slices of life and matters of the heart, draw upon rock, the blues and folk, its rather hard to put it in a genre. "Its Feral. The music is out there, doin' its own thing." She's been known to bend a musical rule or two when composing, adding to the genre-defying nature of her music. Her innovative song stylings and powerful, soulful voice grab the listener by the ear, and won't let go. Susan has been captivating audiences in NE Ohio for over 20 years, has 3 CD's to her credit and 2 singles released on indie labels RotoNoto and Diamond Records. She is joined on-stage by bassist Tom Mechling. Both musicians reside in Youngstown, Ohio.
Showtime: 5:00pm
Dinner and Drinks open in The Rialto Living Room at 5:00pm!
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Showtime: 5:30pm
By Light We Loom
By Light We Loom, a four-piece indie-pop band, combines creative beats, vintage synths, soaring vocals, and intimate harmonies with story-folk songwriting sensibilities to deliver high-energy performances that promise to move your heart and feet in equal measures.
Cleveland’s By Light We Loom has recently evolved from a husband-and-wife duo into a dynamic four-piece band, adding a driving rhythm section to their signature sound. The group is currently performing brand-new music as they prepare to head into the studio in the Summer of 2026 to record their latest material. This follows a streak of recent successes, including two songs featured in the film The Enormity of Life, the release of the single "Fire & Smoke" (a collaboration with Cleveland Public Theatre), and composing the feature music for the PC game Merry Bear.
Since its origin in 2015, the band has toured heavily with highlight stops at MidPoint Music Festival, Brite Winter Festival, and The Heights Music Hop. They have shared the stage with notable indie acts, such as The Paper Kites, Car Seat Headrest, Lucy Dacus, Sondre Lerche, and Deep Sea Diver, among others.
The band’s discography began with their debut EP,The Ignition(2015), followed quickly by the more realizedCaught in the Tide(2016). The latter landed in theTop 100 of the College Radio Chartsand led to the group being namedCleveland Magazine’s“Best Indie Rock Artist of 2016.” Their music was subsequently featured on PBS’sRoadtrip Nationin 2017 and 2018, the same year they released the EPCanopy, a deep exploration of joy and loss that further matured their cinematic indie-pop sound.
Vanishing Shores
Vanishing Shores is the Cleveland, Ohio–based project of songwriter Kevin Bianchi, crafting timeless indie rock shaped by the influence of Elvis Costello, Ray Davies, Tom Petty, and Lindsey Buckingham. Blending classic songcraft with a modern sensibility, the project delivers melodic, emotionally resonant music that feels both familiar and quietly distinct.
Eschewing linear storytelling, Vanishing Shores focuses on capturing fleeting moments and emotional undercurrents, creating songs that reflect the complexity of human connection and the beauty found within struggle. Each release serves as a collection of snapshots rather than narratives, inviting listeners to find their own meaning within the music.
With a growing catalog that includes the self-titled EP, Maps (2021), the live album Dead Language (2022), and Possible Light, Pt. 1 (2024), Vanishing Shores continues to evolve, transforming experience into something resonant and universal.
Rival Hearts
Rival Hearts, from Canton, Ohio, is an alt-rock band blending atmospheric guitars, driving rhythms, and anthemic choruses. Living in the space between tension and release, their sound is moody, melodic, and cinematic—built for late nights and long drives.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
Stay Gone
STMNTS
Bury The Pines
Bury The Pines is a 5 piece from Cleveland Ohio that combines Post Hardcore, progressive rock, emo, and pop punk to give you a fresh sound and engaging performance. The band has recently released their debut album “Industry Plant” and has received a nomination for Best Alternative Artist at the Cleveland Music Awards
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
Varsity Golf
Varsity Golf : art rock from Akron, OH
BWAK DWAGON
Bwak Dwagon : a speedy psych band from Cleveland, Ohio
Hobo Phantasm
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
Colin John
The Rialto Theatre Kenmore Presents Colin John: The Transpacific Bluesman
Kenmore, OH — The Rialto Theatre welcomes acclaimed guitarist Colin John for a special evening of acoustic blues and Hawaiian steel guitar on Friday, May 29, on the intimate Living Room Stage.
Known for his expressive, genre-blending style, Colin John brings a unique musical voice that bridges Delta blues traditions with the rich, melodic textures of Hawaiian steel guitar. His performances are soulful, dynamic, and deeply rooted in storytelling, offering audiences a transportive, cross-cultural musical experience.
Showtime is 5:30–7:00 PM.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of world-class guitar artistry in an up-close listening room setting.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Showtime: 5:30pm
Bryan Loweree
Singer-songwriter, Bryan Loweree has been performing on stages since he was 10 years old. Born in California, Bryan moved to North Dakota at the age of 19, for college. When not kicking field goals at The University of Jamestown, he started singing and writing. After college he played in a handful of cover bands, until he joined upper Midwest favorite, 32 Below. The next 7 years were spent touring the country, honing his talent as a front man and vocalist. In 2019, Loweree continued his music career, but this time as an original artist. Since then, he has played with Alabama, Josh Turner, Joe Nichols, Sara Evans, Jo Dee Messina, Parker McCollum, Old Dominion, The Band Perry, and many others. He’s played dive bars to NFL stadiums, always making his original songs the stars of the show. In 2024, Bryan and his wife Brittney welcomed their first child, Maisie. Bryan’s latest release (2025) ‘Live at RCA Studio A’ is a collection of songs reflecting on the loss of his father, the birth of his daughter, and the love for his wife. The Loweree’s now reside just outside of Nashville, TNwhere Bryan continues to write, straight from the heart.
Showtime: 5:00 PM / Showtime: 5:30pm
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Lessons led by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno
Matthew Alec
Matthew Alec is a jazz and pop saxophonist, founder and Executive Producer at Cleveland Time
Records, and bandleader for the all-star fusion group Matthew Alec and The Soul Electric.
Recently voted as #19 on All About Jazz’s 2024 “Favorite Living Saxophonists” poll, he has
performed with former Saturday Night Live Musical Director and Blues Brothers bandsman Tom
“Bones” Malone, internationally acclaimed bassist Victor Wooten and brother Roy “Futureman”
Wooten, SNL trombonist Steve Turre, Ohio Players’ Billy Beck, Parliament-Funkadelic bassist
Ben Powers, Jr. and he has recorded with Rock Hall inductee Bernie Worrell and Tom “Bones”
Malone. Opening performances for several A-list acts like Earth, Wind, and Fire, Incubus,
Robert Randolph and The Family Band, Keane, Average White Band, Lupe Fiasco, J Holiday,
and OAR.
His debut album as a leader Cleveland Time dropped in 2021 and charted for several weeks on
jazz radio and received international love from Jazziz Magazine, All About Jazz,
JazzMonthly.com, SoulTracks.com, Broadway World, WBSS Media, Glide Magazine, and
Cleveland.com. His composition “Blues for McCoy” from the album was a Semi-Finalist in the
International Songwriting Competition and one of All About Jazz’s most “Popular Jazz Songs”
for 2021.
Since Cleveland Time’s release, Alec has gone on to release two additional live albums, Live at
the Bop Stop! (also featuring Malone) and Soul Jazz Classics: Live in 2018. Alec is sponsored
by RS Berkeley saxophones, DeJacques musical accessories, and Remic Microphones.
Beginner Lesson (7:00 PM) - $5
Special guest Matthew Alec Band for Open Dance (8:00 PM) - $10 - Presale / $15 Door
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Lesson: 7:00pm / Showtime: 8:00PM
Purchase your tickets here!
RSVP on Facebook!
Afloat
Pro Skater
Twin Division
Baja Thunder
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
Point of No Return Improv was founded in 2002 by Bob Coppedge and Kathleen Walder who once saw an improv show and thought "eh, we could do that." Bob and Kathleen have moved on but Today Point of No Return continues to provide award nominated improv entertainment for the people of the Akron area. Think of PNR as the micro brew to whose line is it anyways brand name. To be clear this is metaphorical beer, Point of No Return doesn't currently make a beer. Rialto does serve actual beers though so in a way we all win.
Doors: 7:00 PM / Showtime: 7:30 PM
Join us swing dancing on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month starting at 8pm for $3. For those who do not know how to swing dance, have no fear! For only $5 more, we are offering a one hour basic lesson from 7pm - 8pm so you can learn a few moves before the night begins.
Also, you do not need to bring a dance partner to participate in the lesson, so there are no excuses. This is a great way to get out, meet new people, get a little exercise, and have fun all at the same time!
7-8pm Basic Swing Lesson led by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno - ($5)
8pm - Open Dance - ($3)
Basic Lesson + Open Dance - ($8)
Doors: 6:30pm
An old Irish session with a new home The Gordon Shaffer Irish Session started more than 25 years ago at The Ancient Order of Hibernians at 941 Kenmore Blvd. After years away we are returning to Kenmore at The Rialto Theatre. This "jam" session welcomes Irish musicians from all over northeast Ohio and beyond. Come to listen or come to play. Lots of fun tunes and great people. All skill levels welcome.
If your not wanting to perform, come enjoy some Irish Jams!
Showtime: 6:30 pm
RSVP on Facebook!
VOX NOVA
Debut Gig!!
Members from Jones’n and The Agenda have merged to make a power pop/ rock quartet that you don’t want to miss. Playing music that will move you from 80’s, 90’s and beyond.
DUER COURT RHYTHM SECTION
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
johnB and The Seven Deadlies
johnB and The Seven Deadlies , formed in 2022, are a Rock and Roll Band from Northeast Ohio.
All are seasoned veteran musicians from the Akron, Cleveland, Kent music scene and are steeped in the rich musical mosaic of the North Coast of America and The Rock and Roll Capitol of the World, they are not bound by genre. They deliver thoughtful lyrics with a jam and vibe. Their shows will take you on a musical journey that is simultaneously familiar and unique.
They might be categorized as Heartland Rock, Roots Rock, Americana, some even call them Modern Retro- but mostly they just Rock.
The band has just released their first EP Midnight Philosophy and is currently promoting it throughout Northeast Ohio.
The band consists of:
johnB- Lead vocals, guitar, lead guitar and harmonica.
Evan Furillo- Lead Guitar, Guitar, Backing Vocals, and Vocals.
Nick Genis- Keyboards, and Drums as needed.
Mark Slaby- Bass and Backing Vocals.
Linda Mosley- Backing Vocals, Vocals.
John Buehrle- Drums/Percussion.
Evan Furillo
Orb Observers
Four NE Ohio guys creating musical fusion synthesized starting with the finest ’80s-inspired synth bonks and boops, mixed with electric strums and plucks and even a few bangs upon stretched surfaces for good measure. Combined, we observe the orbs of the Milky Way galaxy and beyond as we ponder their force upon our existence.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
Join me as we continue into the 5th year of First Thursdays at The Rialto. I'll be solo in the Living Room with surprise guests from time to time.
Great food and beverages, with a full bar, are all available in the cozy Living Room Cafe. See y'all there!!
photo: Ellen Stair
Showtime: 5:00pm
Come join us for every first Wednesday of the month as poetry takes the stage with Angry Cow Poetry! Each event will include a featured poet/spoken word artist as well as an open mic. Come hear some of northeast Ohio’s most powerful voices.
Featured Poets:
Jan 7: Scott Woods
Feb 4: DS Will
Mar 4: Danielle Nicole Nikki Dixon
Apr 1: Raja Belle Freeman
May 6: Arrie Lane and PthaPoet
Jun 3: Arianna Cheree (hosted by Q in the Stu)
Jul 1: Drae Day
Aug 5: Smiley Kylie
Sep 2: Ray Makale
Get to the show early for drinks in The Rialto Living Room at 5pm!
Mic opens around 7:15pm
Long Tall Deb & Colin John
Long Tall Deb & Colin John to Play
on March 28
Akron, Ohio: Acclaimed blues duo Long Tall Deb & Colin John bring their soulful, globe-spanning sound to the Rialto Theatre on March 28, joined by special guests Chris Butler on bass and Jason Edwards on drums.
Long Tall Deb & Colin John deliver a powerful blend of blues, roots, and Americana, pairing Deb’s powerhouse, emotionally rich vocals with Colin’s expressive, genre-bending guitar work. Their latest VizzTone Records release, Light It Up, captures the duo at full strength—deeply rooted in tradition while boldly global in feel—combining grit, groove, and fearless musical chemistry.
Critics have taken notice. Blues In Britain writes:
“Together, Long Tall Deb and Colin John create a sound that is both timeless and innovative—an echo of the Delta wrapped in the rhythms of the world.”
With the added fire of Butler’s driving bass and Edwards’ dynamic, pocket-deep drumming, the March 28 performance promises an expanded, high-energy blues experience—raw, soulful, and unforgettable.
Event: Long Tall Deb & Colin John
Date: March 28
Venue: Rialto Theatre, Akron, OH 44314
Featuring: Chris Butler (bass) & Jason Edwards (drums)
For tickets and more information, contact the Rialto Theatre box office.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
Terry Lilley
Terry has been playing Akron area venues for four decades now playing in the bar band Constant Flux for the first 20, years and then playing solo for most of the last 20 years. As a singer song writer,Terry’s originals are of the folk/Rock/power pop styles. He also performs classic rock covers that helped define his style. His performances reflect the love he has for each chosen song.
Showtime: 5:00 PM
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door. Under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
Join Wylie Green every Fourth Friday as he shares his songs on The Rialto Living Room Stage.
Showtime: 5:00 PM
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Rachel & Mike
Join us swing dancing on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month starting at 8pm for $3. For those who do not know how to swing dance, have no fear! For only $5 more, we are offering a one hour basic lesson from 7pm - 8pm so you can learn a few moves before the night begins.
Also, you do not need to bring a dance partner to participate in the lesson, so there are no excuses. This is a great way to get out, meet new people, get a little exercise, and have fun all at the same time!
7-8pm Basic Swing Lesson led by Rachel Itsell & Mike Arteno - ($5)
8pm - Open Dance - ($3)
Basic Lesson + Open Dance - ($8)
Doors: 6:30pm
Drunken Sunday is bringing the party back home to Akron March 21st with an all-out banger of a show!
Featuring performances from Lake Irie, Zoo Trippin and Drunken Sunday!
Drunken Sunday
Drunken Sunday returned in 2025 and has been making waves once again in the NE Ohio music scene. Original front-man Joel Covender is back with a new line-up consisting of Bradley Knepp on drums, Jimmy Parsons on Bass and Richie Reiheld on guitar. Together they defy labels as their vast array of influences and experiences blend effortlessly into unique and unforgettable collaborations.
Drunken Sunday's music gives a voice to the things we all experience as human beings. The joy, the pain, and the pursuit of the things we love. How it feels to overcome the trials of your life, or the lingering sting of loss, to the satisfaction of going all in and coming out on top.
Lake Irie
Lake Irie is an original 6-piece reggae/rock dub band based out of Cleveland Ohio. Featuring Cory ‘Woody’ – vocal front man Derek ‘Goose’ – drum beater Brandon ‘Dibby’ – guitar slayer Eddy ‘Skuda’ – bass basher Alex ‘Monstertruck’ – keyboard crusher Dan ‘George’ – percussion patter. Founded in 2020, Lake Irie has shared the stage with Arise Roots, Mighty Mystic, Pacific Dub, ekoostik Hookah, The Quasi Kings, and many more. Lake Irie’s releases include ‘Don’t Look’ (2023) and ‘Down Below’ (2024), and ‘Burn Fire’ (released April 20th 2025), with even more recordings currently underway. To put it quite simply, a couple of Cleveland local Boonoonoonoos decided this world needs a little more Peace n Love. And what better way than with the cool Irie vibes of some reggae, reggae/rock, dub music.!? So we bring that good vibes music to the beautiful shores of Lake Erie… We are Lake Irie!
Smokeface
SmokeFace is a masked Akron, Ohio-based bassist, producer, and genre-bending artist blending hip hop, jazz, funk, and rock. SmokeFace has shared the stage with legendary artists including MonoNeon, Machine Gun Kelly, Joe Bonamassa, Ledisi, Christone "KingFish" Ingram and toured internationally and nationally as the bassist for Grammy-nominated blues guitarist Eric Gales from 2021 to 2023.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
I’D LIKE TO GO HOME NOW
From Akron, Ohio, I’d Like to go Home Now bends genres and play styles into a unique sound with a touch of folk and plenty of rock and roll. Celebrating their debut album “Time to Go”, the band pulls inspiration from their early days of music into the 5 piece band they are today. Leaving no stone unturned, “Time to Go” expresses the feelings of everything from love, loss, hope and their wildest dreams.
Great Day for Ducks
What all started as a joke between the group’s principal songwriters - Sean Charles & Dave James - their freshmen year of high school, stayed that way for more than a decade as the two faded in and out of touch, and of creative projects alike.
Now alive and kicking, it looks like yet again the joke is on them. As roughly a dozen years later, Great Day for Ducks finally takes the form of something real and undeniably genuine. With Cody Smith (Lead Guitar), Drew Wheeler (Bass Guitar), and Nick Fondale (Drums) in the middle of it, the band writes with the spirit of Adult Contemporary’s early crooners (think Bread and Bruce Hornsby) - fused with the nostalgic appeal of 21st century acts like Pinegrove and Dawes.
Sea Of Ghosts
Sea of Ghosts is a three-piece indie/alt rock band from Akron, Ohio. Using a unique fusion of indie, prog, and grunge—they've created a sound that is both timeless and fresh; a junction of smooth indie guitar lines and vocal melodies, thunderous and complex drumming, and raw distorted bass lines.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 8:00pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
The Moonlight Serenaders Big Band
Enjoy an evening of big band tunes from the Great American Songbook such as Begin The Beguine, Fly Me To The Moon, It’s A Blue World, Lean Baby, The Nearness Of You, Pennsylvania 6-5000, Satin Doll, Woodchopper’s Ball, and many more!
Saxophonist John Orsini resides in Cleveland, Ohio, and is an active player on the local jazz scene.
From 1982 until 2013 John was a staff musician at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. While in Orlando, John was a member and co-founder of the Orlando Jazz Orchestra.
Over the years he has performed with several Jazz greats, a few of whom include Al Cohn, Clark Terry, Red Rodney, Jake Hanna and Zoot Sims. John has toured with The Glenn Miller Orchestra, The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, and with Natalie Cole.
Tickets are $20 +$2 presale fee, or $25 at the door.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
Join us for an intimate night filled with stories of New Beginnings—told through music, art, dance, and creative expression. A safe, uplifting space to feel inspires, connected, and refreshed.
Elegant, expressive attire encouraged. Come dressed to bloom in your own unique way!
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 6:30pm / Showtime: 7:00pm
Noah Gittell is an acoustic performer who cut his teeth in New York clubs like The Bitter End and Maxwell's, and has since become a familiar face in Northeast Ohio's music scene. Blending emotional clarity with sharp lyricism, Noah writes songs shaped by the places and people that move him. Influenced by Tom Petty, Ray LaMontagne, and Paul McCartney, he shifts easily between wry storytelling and heartfelt confession. His catalog ranges from cheeky (“What’ll I Do When the Drugs Don’t Work”) to romantic (“I’ll Be Your Tree”) to darkly witty (“Happy Death Day”). With hours of original material and surprising covers, Noah tailors each set to the room, offering a unique and unforgettable experience.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Showtime: 5:00pm
Purple Question
Founded in 2021, Purple Question is an indie rock band from the Canton-Massillon area. It features four dynamic performers who fuse vintage guitar tones and driving rhythms with classic harmonies and innovative instrumentation. Heavily influenced by the sounds of classic rock and roll, Purple Question delivers a brand of entertainment that makes the audience want to jump up and sing. Stay tuned for original releases this summer!
Attic Ally
Attic Ally is a pop punk band from North Canton, Ohio featuring lead guitarist and vocalist Cate Katigbak, guitarist Steven Teppert, bassist Makayla Mountain and drummer Paul. Most of their songs are upbeat and unserious, seeking to provide their audience with catchy music about silly topics. You can find their music video for their song Grocery Gal on YouTube and their other songs on all major streaming platforms under the name Attic Ally. Follow them on Instagram @attic.ally for updates on new releases and shows.
Exotic Behavior
A fun loving band from Stow, Ohio. Featuring experimental sounds with a mix of the conventional. Creating the progressive, psychedelic, hard rock sound of Exotic Behavior.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door. Under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
Rye Valley
Rye Valley is a heartfelt Americana band rooted in Northeast Ohio. The core duo—Brett Auerbach (vocals, guitar, songwriting) and Landon Kearns (multi-instrumentalist, percussion, harmony vocals)—met at the Silver Swan Tavern’s Northeast Ohio open‑mic scene. What began as a decade-long casual collaboration bloomed into Rye Valley in 2021.
Brett Auerbach is an indie singer-songwriter and guitarist based in Akron, Ohio. Raised in the Cuyahoga Valley, his music draws deep influence from the sounds of Appalachia and the American Midwest. Blending claw-hammer and fingerstyle guitar with open tunings, Auerbach crafts a sound rooted in delta blues and Americana, marked by raw emotion and vivid lyrical storytelling.
They call themselves working‑class troubadours from the “valley of the Cuyahoga River,” delivering emotive songwriting sung in soulful tenor with a percussive, intimate musical backdrop—Auerbach’s expressive picking meets Kearns’s rhythmic depth. As the band expanded, Tyler Lobdell (pedal steel/guitar), Kevin Brosien (bass), and Tim Ellinger (drums) brought additional layers, enriching their signature alt-country sound.
The Jared Presley Experience
The Jared Presley Experience" is a duo, (trio for some shows next year). An instrumental duo with guitar and drums. The band performs instrumental guitar pieces that are reminiscent of Explosions in the Sky, with an emphasis on building electronic soundscapes. The guitar tone, technique, phrasing, and song building around melodies from the guitar are the highlights of his set.
Headed by Jared Presley, the songs are inspired by classic rock bands, prog rock, and other instrumental guitar artists like Joe Satriani and Steve Vai. Aided by Ryan Wells on hand drums, the founder of the "Legendary Hand Drums" company.
Friendship Bracelet
"Friendship Bracelet is a group of four close friends combining their many talents and eclectic tastes into an Alt-Rock/Emo package. The band formed in April of 2025 in a barn in Alliance, Ohio. With emotionally driven lyrics, screaming riffs, driving bass lines, and powerful drums, their music combines the many genres that influence each of them. Come join our friend group, there's plenty of room!"
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Youngstown Unplugged and Rialto Theatre present: Rialto Unplugged offering a chill evening of sing-songwriters and an earth shattering band as a headliner. From Pittsburgh through Youngstown to Akron these artists range from Folk-Metal-and even Jazz to give you an electrifying unique sound!
Black Wolf & The Thief
Black Wolf & the Thief is a dynamic combination of theatrical rock, electronic sounds, with elements of blues and R&B. Coming from Warren Ohio, they are an energetic and groovy. They are a keyboard & percussion driven trio from Warren, OH with a funky, hard hitting, sound all of its own. The combination of Carolyn’s soulful, virtuosic voice & poetic lyricism and Clay’s aggressive, jazz-influenced piano playing makes a fresh blend of original music that marries the beauty of classical, the harmonies of jazz, & the hard edge of rock. The keyboard driven trio fuses the sonic landscape of psychedelic rock bands like The Doors and Jefferson Airplane, with the more eclectic sounds of modern electronic bands like MGMT and Glass Animals, with the easy groove of r&b artists like Leon Bridges and Alicia Keys. With an undeniable influence of both 90s post punk and Romantic classical music, it's certainly a unique sound — one that has been described as "the David Lynch of music."
Basil Ganglia
Ke’Von Gordon
Musician and song writer from Youngstown. Striving to separate my original music from my various other musical ventures and projects. For the second time, performing his originals outside his cover and groovy projects. Inspired by funk, pop, R&B, rock, hip-hop and everything. Accompanied by Anthony Gill on Keys and Wes on the drums!
IndigOForest
Indig0Forest is a mix of folk, alternative, and experimental music with influences from 90s grunge to Rhythm and Blues. They use their platform to promote mental, physical, and spiritual wellness and healing.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Anna Beau
Anna Beau has been writing songs for over a decade. With three self-produced albums already released, music has been a constant part of their life every step of the way. Anna Beau uses guitar, ukulele, and piano to share their stories of life and love and all of the feelings in-between.
Showtime: 5:00pm
Dinner and Drinks open in The Rialto Living Room at 5:00pm!
The Brown Brothers
Andrew Lee
Them Buzzards
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
David Wimbish (The Collection) and Jesse James DeConto have been making music together for more than a decade, since David recorded trumpet on Jesse’s second full-length back in 2013.
In 2025, David acted as producer for a third album for Jesse’s songwriting outlet, The Pinkerton Raid, due out this year. As touring singer-songwriters and band leaders, they’ve played separately on Midwestern stages from Wonderstruck festival and Mile of Music to Beachland Ballroom, Rumba Cafe and Schuba's. Mostly, they’ve been each other’s big fans, crossing paths and cheering each other on at SXSW, Wild Goose Festival and The Collection’s own Soil & Sky Fest in NC.
For the first time, David & Jesse are hitting the road together in 2026, each bringing a unique spin on their intimate storytelling, singing and playing toward hope and healing. Jesse will be supporting David on some of his first US tour dates since reimagining his career as a solo artist after a decade and four full-length albums with The Collection. His songs have flowed from therapeutic conversations with guitar or piano, through boisterous festival stages with a six-piece band, and now back to the most intimate foundations of his Appalachian indie folk-pop.
AMERICANA HIGHWAYS describes Jesse’s music as “Beatles-esque dreamy folk (that) simultaneously plumbs the depths of the state of both the world and the human heart.” There will be laughter, and probably tears, as two friends share songs imagining a better world and better selves, in search of solidarity with other souls in all their suffering and joy.
Molly O’Malley will open the show with stripped-down versions of her ‘overcast pop’ tunes from Cleveland.
David Wimbish
Jesse James Deconto
Molly O’ Malley
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Talk Less
Betzler
Archangel
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
The Brown Liquor Band
The Conway Brothers
Goody & The Gospel
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door. Under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
Baja Thunder
Established in the Akron, Ohio, BAJA Thunder is a rock band built on raw energy, big riffs, and the kind of chemistry that only comes from years of playing together. The band blends modern rock power with classic edge, creating a unique sound that hits hard both on stage and in the studio.
The lineup features:
Bryce Edwards – Drums
Alex Ezzie – Lead Guitar
Jude Samman – Vocals & Rhythm Guitar
Alex DiDonato – Bass
BAJA Thunder delivers a high-voltage mix of driving rhythms, melodic hooks, and thunderous live performances that have become their signature. With influences ranging from heavy rock and metal, to alternative and punk, the band continues to carve out its own lane in the Northeast Ohio music scene—one song, one show, and one surge of adrenaline at a time. BAJA Thunder is ready to turn it up and bring the noise.
The Office Drones
The Office Drones are a rock band based in Akron, OH formed by a bunch of guys with corporate jobs. They spend most of their days working but occasionally find the time to perform kickass rock 'n' roll. Maybe one day they will make it big enough to escape the workplace. Nik Lehtinen on vocals, Alex Ely on guitar, Jackson Matacol on guitar, Henry Allen on guitar, Jenson Kozar on bass, and Wyatt Martin on drums.
The Other Guys
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
Jamie Rhoades
Jamie Rhoades is a recording artist signed with Sony Music’s The Orchard under 9 Lives Records, with two releases out now: On My Own, Vol. 1 and Vol. 2. , and currently working on my 3rd album. My live set features a mix of original songs and classic Americana covers from artists such as John Prine, Townes Van Zandt, Blaze Foley, Bob Dylan, and others.
I’m a seasoned performer with years of live show experience, and I bring a warm, storytelling style rooted in folk and Americana traditions. I’m professional, reliable, and excited to fill dates throughout 2026.
Here are links to my music and pages: (on all streaming sites)
•Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3AW9wmXh60yeJGaepqtiGh?si=mP1aoacrSB-2MCW6It3HpQ
•AppleMusic: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jamie-rhoades/1791049324
•Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/17itDj2PwE/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Bobby Wilson
Raised in Newport News, Virginia, Bobby Wilson draws inspiration from a wide mix of sounds that shaped him growing up—’80s and ’90s rock, grunge, hip-hop, rap, and country. That blend of genres shows up naturally in his songwriting, where raw emotion meets honest storytelling.
Bobby stepped onto his first open-mic stage in August of 2019, a moment that sparked a deeper commitment to music. Shortly after, he picked up a guitar and began teaching himself, using songwriting as a way to process life, relationships, and the world around him.
Known for writing across multiple styles, Bobby isn’t confined to one lane. His music reflects the grit of grunge, the soul of country, and the rhythm of hip-hop—always driven by authenticity. Influenced by artists like Eddie Vedder, Chris Cornell, and Chris Stapleton, his songs lean into vulnerability, strength, and truth.
Whether stripped down and acoustic or rough around the edges, Bobby’s music is about connection—songs meant to be felt as much as they’re heard.
Torrin Baze
“Torrin Blaze is a singer/songwriter hailing from Central PA and currently based in Akron, OH. His stripped down melancholy sound finds inspiration from artists like Conor Oberst (Bright Eyes), Elliott Smith, and other indie-folk influences of the like.
Through his songwriting Torrin embraces the vulnerability of emotion shared through music as he touches on themes of life, love, and loss with an underlying sense of hope and yearning for better days. Armed with only his guitar and a microphone, he invites listeners to dive into their feelings and connect over the universal language of music.”
Ashley Gulla
Somewhat new to the scene, Ashley is about a year into playing out on her own. Her sound has elements of folk, country and contemporary pop. Since 2025, she’s played at a handful of places in and around Cleveland and Akron, singing songs about life and heartache. She just recorded her first single, Run, which will be released in the spring of this year!
Emerging Sounds Showcases are free shows!
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door. Under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Bound in Black
Bound in Black is a collection of veteran NEOhio rockers that coalesced in mid 2025 with a combined love of playing Hard Rock classic songs from Black Sabbath, Ozzy Osbourne and Dio.
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 8:00pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
GraveRidden
Bio:
Graveridden is a metal band from Akron OH and is made of students from Green and Revere high school. We formed in 2024 and have played over 20 shows. We mainly write original music but throw in a few covers every now in then. Our music is very melodic and includes lots of guitar solos, drum breaks, and breakdowns. Graveridden takes influence from bands like Gojira, Lamb of God and Avenged Sevenfold but brings a very unique sound to the table
Cult Kids
Saltburn
Get to the show early for Dinner and Drinks in The Rialto Living Room - Opening at 5:00pm!
Doors: 7:00pm / Showtime: 7:30pm
Age Requirement: There is a $5 surcharge for anyone under the age of 21 to be paid at the door.
