Jay Clark Band is ‘Turning It Up’ with Rowdy, 2nd Album of 2017 | Southern Rock – Dayton, OH

Aggressive, Southern Rock is a defining style for the Jay Clark Band, and the only way to properly finish out 2017 for these guys is to release their 2^nd album this year, ‘Turning It Up’, which comes out on December 17^th!

While Jay Clark’s strong, raspy vocals are definitely a signature piece of the new album, the same can also be said about the lyrics and the band.

Best of Dayton Underground 2017 Kicks Off with Public Voting

For the 2nd year, Music Connection Dayton presents our Best of Dayton Underground contest, featuring local, original music from the region, & our Public Voting Round has officially kicked off!   

ThunderTaker Boldy Rocks Out With ‘Alternate Universe’ EP Release | 12-8-17 | Yellow Cab – Dayton, OH

The crew in ThunderTaker are coming into their own with their newest EP, Alternate Universe, and a special sneak peak I got this month boldly rocked out and made me stoked for the Alternate Universe EP Release coming up at Yellow Cab on December 8^th!

Workhorse Reunites for All-Star Neckbreaker! | Oddbody’s- Dayton, OH – 9.16.17

This past Sunday night, I had the chance to sit down with icons of Dayton hardcore from the early days, Workhorse! They’re headlining what is sure  to be a mind-blowing showcase of heavy hitters at Oddbody’s in Dayton this Saturday!   

When Music Is Your Life, Heart Means More! | Show Alert – Oddbody’s – 8/25/17

This week, I had the awesome opportunity to learn more about an up and coming, Ohio alternative band called Heart Means More and the killer show they’ll be playing tomorrow night (Friday, August 25th) at Oddbody’s in Dayton!   

A ‘Rustbelt Renaissance’ Is What You Need! | The Typical Johnsons – Minster, Ohio

Combining passionate songwriting and storytelling with soulful guitar licks and sensible grooves, ‘Rustbelt Renaissance’ is the newest album slated for release by Minster, Ohio natives, The Typical Johnsons, and this one should definitely be on your summer playlist of cool, new music!

As ‘Rustbelt Renaissance’ unfolds in your mind and really starts to sink in, you’ll be intrigued and inspired by the journey it takes you on!  Ranging from rowdy, roadtrip-worthy, heavy hitters like “Genesis”, “Bear”, and “Have Heart” to melodic, softer tunes like “Saint Jennifer” and the acoustic track “Another Night Without You & Me”,  there’s a cool mix of Folk, Americana and Rock vibes on this album, layered with loads of attitude, harmony, relatable experiences, and emotional depth.  

Rock & Roll / Pop Powerhouse, Flying Underground, Landing in Dayton for St. Patty’s Day- 3/17/17

Flying Underground is a Pop and Rock & Roll powerhouse from Cincinnati, Ohio featuring energetic riffs, sonically explosive guitars, and rebellious lyrics belted out with clarity, sweet melodies, and enough grit to get your engines revved up and ready to rock!

Coming up in just under 2 weeks, they’ll be burning down the stage at Blind Bob’s in Dayton as they hook up with local rockers, Me & Mountains, and this will be a blistering night of Rock & Roll that we really wish was here already!   

Clear Your Schedule For Winchester Gray Album Release – Friday, February 17th – Oscar’s Bar

The highly-anticipated new album, Missing Chapters, by Winchester Gray is set to be officially released this Friday at Oscar’s Bar in Vandalia, and folks had better clear their schedules for a night of musical delights!

 

‘Taken The Wrong Side’ is a Powerful, Emotional Album You Can’t Afford to Miss! | Wheatley Matthews – Dayton, OH

If you’re ready for a powerful and emotional album about heartache and love, ‘Taken The Wrong Side,’ by Dayton native and singer-songwriter, Wheatley Matthews, is the album you can’t afford to miss!

The Roadhouse Mafia: Coming to a Party Near You! | Classic Rock – Dayton, OH

Ready to deliver a fantastic evening of your favorite classic rock hits,
The Roadhouse Mafia is the answer to your live entertainment needs!