By Jay Franze Every musician has that one instrument they’ll never sell. For Les Jansson, it’s a well-worn 1964 Höfner Beatle Bass. Not because it’s worth a fortune. Not because…
With multiple viewing levels, an 850-person capacity, strong production, free parking, and a layout that gives fans, and photographers, plenty of ways to experience a show, The King of Clubs…
It was one of those nights where live music fans had way too many choices. There were major concerts happening all over the Midwest, but when Matthew Fritsch reached out…
By Jay Franze Success in country music has a funny way of looking glamorous from a distance. Fans see sold-out shows, tour buses, backstage passes, and artists sharing the stage…
With two stages, a sprawling dance floor, strong production, and enough room for everything from line dancing to nationally touring artists, Lori’s Roadhouse has become one of Greater Cincinnati’s most…
By Jay Franze Spend enough time around the music industry, and you’ll eventually meet someone who insists they have all the answers. David Chatfield isn’t one of them. In fact,…
Some concert nights begin with hours of anticipation. Others begin with a sprint through the rain carrying thousands of dollars’ worth of camera gear. Saturday night landed somewhere in the…
By Jay Franze Ask someone to describe Tropidelic, and you’ll probably hear the usual buzzwords. Reggae rock. Hip-hop. Funk. Beach vibes. Good times. They’re all accurate… but they don’t tell…
With its sunken concert floor, black cinderblock walls, riverside courtyard, and unmistakable old-school rock-club atmosphere, Annie’s Music Center offers a live music experience built on character rather than polish. Some…
Some nights start with chaos before you ever walk through the gate. I left the house later than planned after my wife got home from work, and my daughters Bella,…