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Everything to do in Cleveland for the next two weeks
WED 07/28 Author Series with Alec Wightman In his memoir Music in My Life: Notes From a Longtime Fan, Northeast Ohio native Alec Wightman chronicles how his love for rock n’ roll evolved during the decades. Originally a fan of classic acts such as Neil Young, Wightman came to embrace singersongwriters such John Stewart, Jesse Winchester, Tom Russell, Rosie Flores, and Dave Alvin. Rock Hall CEO Greg Harris will interview Wightman at tonight’s event, which takes place at 7 p.m. at the Rock Hall. Tickets are free, but registration is required. 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd., 216-5158444, rockhall.com.
International Awards. Kiah comes to Cain Park tonight in support of her new solo effort, Wary + Strange. The concert begins at 8. Consult the Cain Park website for ticket prices. 14591 Superior Rd., Cleveland Heights, 216-371-3000, cainpark.com.
WED 08/04
The Edgewater Sidewalk Fest returns. See: Sunday, Aug. 8.
THU 07/29 SAT Anne E. DeChant A 2020 Kerrville Folk Festival Songwriting Competition Finalist who’s performed with Melissa Etheridge, Sheryl Crow, Stevie Nicks, Don Henry, Travis Meadows and Livingston Taylor, Anne E. DeChant began her career as the dynamic lead singer of Cleveland’s Odd Girl Out. She’s since become a successful solo act and released her first best of record, Every Little Everything, in November of 2020. She performs tonight at 8 at Cain Park. Consult the Cain Park website for ticket prices and more info. 14591 Superior Rd., Cleveland Heights, 216-371-3000, cainpark.com.
FRI
07/30
Steve Earle An iconic Americana band, Steve Earle & the Dukes most recently released their 20th studio album, J.T., a tribute to Earle’s late son, singer-songwriter Justin Townes Earle. Artist advances and royalties from J.T. are being donated to a trust for Etta St. James Earle, the three-year-old daughter of Justin and Jenn Earle. Expect to hear songs from it as well as tracks from Earle’s decades long career when the group performs tonight at 8 at the Kent Stage. Tickets cost $45. 175 E. Main St., Kent, 330-677-5005, kentstage.org.
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07/31
James Taylor/Jackson Browne James Taylor and Jackson Browne, two iconic ‘70s singer-songwriters, were supposed to hit the road together last summer. COVID derailed those plans, but the two rescheduled their trek and will perform tonight at 7:30 at Blossom, marking the start of Blossom’s rock/pop season. The dates support both Taylor’s new album, American Standard, and Jackson’s forthcoming LP. American Standard is Taylor’s 19th studio album and his first release since 2015’s Before This World. The album features covers of 20th century classics, songs that he says were part of his family’s record collection. Expect to hear plenty of covers tonight from Taylor, who admits to knowing most of these songs from the original cast recordings of the famous Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals, including My Fair Lady, Oklahoma, Carousel, Showboat and others. Browne’s new album will include the single “My Cleveland Heart.” Expect it to receive a warm response if Browne plays it tonight (and you’d think he has to, right?). Check the Live Nation website for ticket prices. 1145 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, livenation.com.
SUN 08/01 Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony The Cleveland Orchestra will take
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on Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4, and his Symphony No. 7, one of Beethoven’s greatest and most admired symphonies, for tonight’s concert at Blossom. Herbert Blomstedt conducts, and Garrick Ohlsson guests on piano. The concert begins at 7; check the orchestra’s website for ticket prices and more info. 1145 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, clevelandorchestra.com.
MON 08/02 Yoga on the Plaza Every Monday this summer, the Rock Hall and Inner Bliss Yoga Studios present a special Outdoor Monday Night Yoga at the Rock Hall. The class fee is $20, and preregistration is required. Registration closes at 4 p.m. on the day of the event. In case of a weather-related cancellation (if it’s too cold or raining), the class would be cancelled by 4 p.m. on the day of the event. 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd., 216-515-8444, rockhall.com.
TUE
08/03
Amythyst Kiah This Chattanooga-bred singersongwriter expands on her work as a member of Our Native Daughters, an all-women-of-color supergroup whose Kiah-penned standout “Black Myself” earned a the group a Grammy nod for Best American Roots Song and won Song of the Year at the Folk Alliance
The Black Crowes/Dirty Honey The Black Crowes’ Chris and Rich Robinson have put aside their differences to reunite for this tour that marks the 30th anniversary of their landmark quintuple platinum debut album Shake Your Money Maker. Originally slated to take place last month, the tour was pushed back a year due to the pandemic, but will undoubtedly still draw a massive crowd to Blossom. Be sure to arrive early to catch up-andcoming rockers Dirty Honey. Singer Marc LaBelle went from being homeless in L.A., sleeping in his car and showering at a local gym, to playing some of the biggest outdoor amphitheaters in the country. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. at Blossom. Check the Live Nation website for ticket prices and more info. 1145 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, livenation.com.
THU 08/05 Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show A few years back, country singersongwriter Chris Stapleton recruited a few of his musician friends for what he called his All-American Road Show. The tour was such a great success, he’s put together another iteration that comes to Blossom tonight. Elle King and Kendell Marvel will open the show. The concert begins at 7. Check the Live Nation website for ticket prices and more info. 1145 W. Steels Corners Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, 216-231-1111, livenation.com.
FRI
08/06
Janis Joplin Fan Weekend In honor of the 50th anniversary of the release of Janis Joplin’s album, Pearl, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will host Janis Joplin Fan Weekend from today through Sunday. Joplin’s
