The 25 Best Sandwiches in Cleveland

on January 18, 2020 at 5:43PM

Greensky Bluegrass Delivers a Heater on a Cold Night in Cleveland

by Eric Sandy on January 18, 2020 at 12:55PM

The lights were excellent, and lighting designer Andrew Lincoln never lingered too long on the flashier aesthetics—strange patterns that would swirl hypnotically behind the band. He kept the kaleidoscope spinning.

Louis the Child to Perform at Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica in May

by Jeff Niesel on January 17, 2020 at 2:35PM

The Chicago-based production duo Louis the Child that features Robby Hauldren and Freddy Kennett has just announced dates for the second phase of its Here For Now headlining tour. The group will perform on May 7 at Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica.

Fu Manchu's 30th Anniversary Tour Comes to the Grog Shop in May

by Jeff Niesel on January 17, 2020 at 12:22PM

Stoner rockers Fu Manchu original formed in 1985 as a Black Flag-influenced hardcore punk band called Virulence. The band released its first single, “Kept Between Trees,” in 1990 and alongside peers such as Kyuss, Monster Magnet and Sleep helped create the genre now known as stoner rock . "Since its inception, the quartet has built itself a fanatical army of loyal enthusiasts all drawn to the group’s ridiculously catchy, unpretentious music, guitar-driven sound and carefree lyrics centered on 'old muscle cars, choppers, vans, skateboarding and science fiction,'" reads a press release about the band's upcoming 30th anniversary tour that includes a May 12 stop at the Grog Shop.

Ideastream's Sound of Ideas Hosting Community Talk on the Future of the West Side Market

by Vince Grzegorek on January 17, 2020 at 12:20PM

The Sound of Ideas brings its community tour to Market Garden on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 6 p.m. for a discussion on the future of the West Side Market. Expect host Mike McIntyre and an assortment of community leaders, tenants and customers to discuss any number of issues that have arisen in recent months regarding the health and evolution of the city-owned and city-managed landmark.

Willoughby Brewing Company Reopens After Tax Issue, Owner Still Facing Lawsuit From Minority Owner

by Vince Grzegorek on January 17, 2020 at 12:11PM

Update: In case you missed it, Willoughby Brewing Company reopened earlier this week after being shuttered briefly by the Ohio department of taxation for failing to file sales tax receipts. But, as WKYC reported, principle owner Rollin G. Cooke III is apparently facing other troubles.

Cedar Lee Theatre to Host Live Broadcast of the Sundance Premiere of ‘The Climb’

by Jeff Niesel on January 17, 2020 at 12:02PM

At 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 26, the Cedar Lee Theatre in Cleveland Heights will broadcast the Sundance premiere of The Climb. The screening comes complete with the filmmakers’ intro, the film screening, and a Q&A with cast and crew.

Barenaked Ladies Coming to Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica in July

by Jeff Niesel on January 17, 2020 at 11:38AM

Barenaked Ladies will once again bring their annual Last Summer on Earth tour to town this summer. The group performs on July 3 at Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica.

Here's the New Music Video From Cleveland Native Spencer Hendricks

by Jeff Niesel on January 17, 2020 at 11:20AM

Cilantro Taqueria Officially Opens Its Second Location in Shaker Heights Today

by Laura Morrison on January 17, 2020 at 10:59AM

Taking over a former Chipotle in Coventry, Cilantro Taqueria opened its first location just one year ago. Today, the Mexican food concept is expanding to Shaker Heights, with its grand opening event kicking off at 11 a.m. at 20090 Van Aken Boulevard (a former Qdoba).

In Advance of Next Week's Show at the Beachland, Seratones Singer Talks About the Band's Soulful New Album

by Jeff Niesel on January 17, 2020 at 10:08AM

in a way that’s about doing things in the face of those fears instead of ignoring them. I just wept and went out into the crowd and continued to weep and cried with people.

Meatball-Themed Polpetta in Rocky River is Closed

by Douglas Trattner on January 17, 2020 at 9:28AM

Polpetta, the meatball-themed eatery that began life in the tiny kitchen of Porco Lounge and graduated, last year, to a brick-and-mortar restaurant in Rocky River, has closed. "We made the tough decision," says partner Stefan Was.

Blossom's Country Megaticket Goes on Sale on Jan. 24

by Jeff Niesel on January 17, 2020 at 9:15AM

For the 13th year, Blossom and Live Nation have teamed up to offer a Country Megaticket that includes one concert ticket to seven of the country concerts coming to Blossom this summer. The tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 24, at megaticket.com.

Police Need Help Finding Northeast Ohio Man Who Stole Scooter Full of Beer From Acme

by Laura Morrison on January 16, 2020 at 3:50PM

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Comedian Dan Wilbur to Perform at CODA on Jan. 30

by Jeff Niesel on January 16, 2020 at 3:37PM

A Cleveland native currently based in New York, comedian Dan Wilbur will perform at 9 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 30, at CODA. Brian Kenny, Elizabeth Seman and Kate Hart share the bill, and Peter Estrada will serve as the host.

The 1975 Coming to Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in June

by Jeff Niesel on January 16, 2020 at 3:08PM

Earlier today, the English pop/rock band the 1975 unveiled plans for an extensive North American tour in support of their forthcoming new album, Notes on a Conditional Form. The group performs on June 3 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

Comedian Nick Thune and Singer-Songwriter Damien Jurado Talk About Their Tour That Comes to the Beachland on Jan. 26

by Jeff Niesel on January 16, 2020 at 2:32PM

would have been a better name. I wish we would’ve named it that.

5 Concerts to Catch in Cleveland This Weekend

by Jeff Niesel on January 16, 2020 at 1:47PM

Negative Space will display their work on and off the stage. We want to make it this big immersive thing."

Local Film 'Turn Out the Lights' to Screen Next Week at Andrews Osborne Academy

by Jeff Niesel on January 16, 2020 at 12:26PM

Based in Cleveland, director Jonathan Elihu Klein has been making videos since before he can remember. Homeschooled while growing up, he dedicated his free time to video production.

Here's a Mid-1980s Local Interview With Trent Reznor on Channel 5 About Electronic Music and His Band, Exotic Birds

by Vince Grzegorek on January 16, 2020 at 12:02PM