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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
The bars are alive, with the sound of music
Whether you like rock, soul, reggae or rap, let the sweet sounds of live music draw you out to a Dayton area bar this weekend.
A lineup of up-and-coming artists from across Ohio including Dayton’s own Coach Chronic, Fatty Lumpkin and Skoski. Ages 18 and up welcome.
Where: One Eyed Jacks, 2638 Colonel Glenn Highway, Fairborn
When: 9 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 26
The bite: $4
A more acoustic “Stripped Bare” version of the regular variety show will feature musical performances by Columbus band Bright Light, blues guitarist Scotty Bratcher, and Victoria and the Lord of the Beard. Hostess Sarah Walls said on Facebook that she may take the “Stripped” theme literally, so that’s one reason to attend!
Where: J-Alans, 121 N. Ludlow St., Dayton
When: 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 26
The bite: $5
A full slate of local artists performing a showcase in honor of Khyre Dougie Byrd, aka Douglas E. Byrd III, who was shot and killed in Harrison Twp. on Jan. 17. Ages 18 and older welcome.
Where: Heat Nightclub, 6115 Brandt Pike, Huber Heights
When: 10 p.m., Friday, Jan. 27
The bite: $10
An evening of Reggae, Soul, and World Music.
Where: South Park Tavern, 1301 Wayne Ave., Dayton
When: 9:30 p.m., Friday, Jan. 27
The bite: $5
Dayton’s own Celtic rockers will be playing a special show at Gilly’s to benefit the Fisher Nightingale House, Inc. Fisher Nightingale gives military families a place to stay together and support each other when a loved one is undergoing medical treatment.
Where: Gilly’s, 132 S. Jefferson St., Dayton
When: 8 p.m., Saturday, Jan., 28
The bite: $5
Todd the Fox and Orange Willard
Two bands for the low, low price of $0.
Where: One Eyed Jacks, 2638 Colonel Glenn Highway, Fairborn
When: 9:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 28
The bite: Free
Cheryl Wheeler
The folk singer-songwriter will appear along with local Jayne Sachs.
Where: Canal Street Tavern, 308 E. First St., Dayton
When: Doors open at 8 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 28
The bite: $13 in advance, $15 day of the show
What other bands are playing locally this weekend? Share in the comments.
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