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Aaron Smith & RDAA

Akron, OH EST
Meet "Aaron Smith & RDAA," a dynamic band founded by drummer, Aaron Smith, driven by a passion for original jazz, fusion, and soul music. Hailing from the Midwest, with roots in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, and Kentucky, the ban… read more

Elan Trotman

Akron, OH EST
Barbados native award-winning smooth jazz saxophonist & Billboard chart-topping recording artist blends Caribbean rhythms from his roots with skillful horn textures in a roarin' return to BLU!

Julian Vaughn

Akron, OH EST
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29th! Julian Vaughn, Billboard chart-topping bassist, producer & contemporary jazz recording artist grooves his way back from Kansas City to the Rubber City for a very special one-night-only BLU return!

Forecast

Akron, OH EST
Cleveland contemporary jazz sensations bring their high-energy funk, rock, reggae & pop in a highly-anticipated return to the Rubber City! Featuring Lem Adams (Vibes), Riley Richard (Sax), Kevin Byous (Guitar), Gary Stevenso… read more
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Past Events

Smooth Laughs At BLU Jazz - A Benefit Comedy Show

Smooth Laughs At BLU Jazz - A Benefit Comedy Show

Akron, OH
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26th! Just Okay Events Presents... Smooth Laughs at BLU Jazz! This will be a benefit comedy show with proceeds going directly to the cause and talent. Performances will be by host Zach Thomas, Bryan Sternik, Matt Farkas, and Jimmie Graham. Doors: 7:30 Show: 8:30 Tickets: $25
Saturday, October 26 2024 8:30 PM 11:00 PM

Esto Jazz ft. Robert Esterle

Esto Jazz ft. Robert Esterle

Akron, OH
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16th: Saxophonist Bob Esterle leads feel-good instrumental jazz & pop group in roaring return to the BLU stage! Featuring Bob Esterle, Dominic Reto (piano/keys), Wilbur Krebs (bass), James "J.R." Richley (drums). Esterle has performed in a wide variety of musical groups from sym…
Saturday, November 16 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Eddie Baccus Jr.

Eddie Baccus Jr.

Akron, OH
Soulful & funky Cleveland native saxophonist and "Pieces of a Dream" alumnus returns home by way of Maryland to BLU Jazz+!  As a touring member of Pieces of a Dream for a decade and a half, Baccus Jr had the opportunity to perform with and alongside a virtual who’s who in the traditional jazz, urb…
Saturday, November 9 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Alex Anest Organ Trio

Alex Anest Organ Trio

Akron, OH
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25th! Guitarist, Alex Anest brings his organ trio to BLU Jazz+! The Alex Anest Organ Trio presents a set of exciting repertoire for the classic combination of guitar, organ, and drums. Original tunes as well as works by the likes of Duke Pearson, Emily Remler, Ernie Krivda, Christi…
Friday, October 25 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Bobby Selvaggio & KSU

Bobby Selvaggio & KSU

Akron, OH
KSU
Thursday, November 14 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Max Johnson Trio

Max Johnson Trio

Akron, OH
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8th: Internationally reknown, composer and bassist, Max Johnson, returns to BLU Jazz with his trio, featuring Neta Raanan (tenor saxophone), and Eliza Salem (drumset)! Described as “an intrepid composer, architect of sound and beast of the bass…” (Brad Cohan, NYC Jazz Record) comp…
Friday, November 8 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

BLU Jazz Jam Sessions ft. Tommy Lehman, Nick Paparone, Jordan McBride, & Zaire Darden

BLU Jazz Jam Sessions ft. Tommy Lehman, Nick Paparone, Jordan McBride, & Zaire Darden

Akron, OH
THE LAST THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH - BLU JAZZ JAM SESSIONS! Hosted by Nick Paparone (guitar), Jordan Mcbride (bass), & Zaire Dardin (drums & percussion). The BLU Jazz Jam is for musicians and music lovers alike! Come hang, have a drink (if you’re of age), and experience this exciting forum for mus…
Thu, May 30 2024 8:00 PM Thu, Oct 31 2024 11:00 PM

Dave Banks Big Band

Dave Banks Big Band

Akron, OH
Saturday, November 2nd: The Dave Banks Big Band will roar into BLU with their popular tribute to the Horn Bands! Many of us know and love the sounds of great horn bands such as Chicago, Blood, Sweat and Tears, Chase, Tower of Power, and Ten Wheel Drive. See what a full big band can do with some of …
Saturday, November 2 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Olivia Van Goor Quintet ft. Andrew Wegierski

Olivia Van Goor Quintet ft. Andrew Wegierski

Akron, OH
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7th! Sensational jazz vocalist and band leader, Olivia Van Goor, returns to BLU with her jazz quintet, featuring Andrew Wegierski on trombone! Line-up: Olivia Van Goor - Vocals Andrew Wegierski - Trombone Rock Wehrmann - Piano Rob Sobnosky - Bass Brad Billmaier - Drums Oli…
Thursday, November 7 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM

Althea Rene

Althea Rene

Akron, OH
Detroit soul jazz flutist & Billboard chart-topping sensation brings her red hot band back to the Rubber City in a sizzlin' return to BLU! Althea was born December 25th in Detroit, Michigan and began her musical journey at the tender age four. She studied classical music while attending Howard Uni…
Friday, November 15 2024 8:00 PM 11:00 PM
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