Music in and near Cleveland, OH

Some say the centerpiece of Cleveland’s music scene is the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; others insist it’s the live music you can catch at Cleveland concerts. The fledgling careers of many a rock star found their footing at the legendary Public Auditorium, while the House of Blues Cleveland brings a bayou-style vibe. If you’re still unsure of music-related things to do in Cleveland, take a cue from a few of its most famous artists—Nine Inch Nails’ Trent Reznor, folk diva Tracy Chapman, and the gutsy Joe Walsh—some of whom have played secret shows at smaller venues like The Odeon.