Tall Paul & Western Drawl celebrates the spirit of dance hall Western Swing music, Roadhouse standards, Cowboy songs and Ballads. It’s mostly fun, uptown and alive. Their mix of classics & clever originals honor the tradition of these styles, but with modern musical sensibilities.

Cats On Holiday is a Cleveland based Swamp Pop band that has been pleasing audiences for 20 years with their own special blend of Louisiana inspired rock/roots/ Zydeco. The Cats are driven by founding member, songwriter, lead vocalist and guitar/ button-box player Denis DeVito

This swing dance event is open to everyone! All dancers at all levels are welcome, or you can come and just listen. Our DJs play vintage tunes suitable for Lindy hop, Charleston, Balboa, and more.

There is no cover charge, so in order to continue these dances, please be sure to support Forest City by buying food and drinks so they continue to host swing dance events there!

FREE!

Rachel Brown has been dubbed “The Honky Tonk Queen of Cleveland” due to her gospel type piano stylings reminiscent of Floyd Cramer and the great Jerry Lee Lewis. She has been performing Traditional Country/Gospel/Americana/Blues music since she was 6 years old and hails from a family with deep roots in traditional music. Her band, The Beatnik Playboys, have been playing and creating music together for over 15 years. Rachel is joined by Bill Watson on bass, Dave Huddleston on guitar and Roy King on drums. They play a very eclectic mix of songs including traditional Country, Jazz, Blues, and Americana.

Bethany Joy Happy Hour, free show in the tap room!
Bethany Joy is an indie/soul/jazz singer-songwriter from Cleveland. She has been performing in Northeast Ohio for several years and is recognized for her smooth, soulful vocals. Her originals and covers are influenced by a wide range of genres and eras, including blues, jazz, soul, oldies and indie rock.

FREE!

Damn Fine Blues! Original & classic Delta Blues featuring slide guitar and soulful vocals. A Blues gumbo repertoire that can conjure up the ghosts of Highway 61 & the Belta Blues experience. Austin Walkin' Cane is a blues singer, songwriter and slide guitarist that performs acoustic solo, duo & electric band sets.

FREE! Becky Boyd has been playing the Cleveland club scene for over 40 years. Her vocals are outstanding, combining great tone, with tremendous feel.

Becky has been nominated several times as best vocalist in the Freetimes and Scene magazines, and has received many vocalist awards, including best vocalist by the Cleveland Blues Society.

"Becky Boyd, a singer of such strength, she could make a lot of "No Girls Allowed" signs get ripped off the clubhouse doors... She possesses a powerful blues/jazz voice that’s forceful, sensuous and as clear as spring water. Becky Boyd is a local talent to watch." --- Steve Byrne, Scene Magazine

"Becky Boyd is a local pro, who makes the magic happen." --- Harmonica Blue, Strange Brew Magazine

FREE SHOW! Kelly, Matt, Meredith, and Dave will be back in the beer hall at Forest City brewery playing songs, and enjoying a beautiful day. Come hang out with them and drink some Forest City brews.

• Bethany Joy Happy Hour, free show in the tap room!

• Bethany Joy is an indie/soul/jazz singer-songwriter from Cleveland. She has been performing in Northeast Ohio for several years and is recognized for her smooth, soulful vocals. Her originals and covers are influenced by a wide range of genres and eras, including blues, jazz, soul, oldies and indie rock.

• Link to Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BethanyJoy.Music