Grog Shop

2785 Euclid Heights Blvd, Cleveland Heights

Website ↗(216) 321-5588

Grog Shop is an intimate live music venue in Cleveland Heights that books indie rock, metal, hip-hop, punk, and experimental acts nightly. Established in 1992, the venue hosts touring bands and local artists across a broad range of genres on a converted stage designed for close audience engagement.

Hours:

Mon–Wed 6pm–12am
Thu–Sat 6pm–2am
Sun 6pm–12am

Upcoming shows34 listings

Sat, Nov 14

N10:00pmNo Context w/ DJ Navy Jayde and DJ MP3House$13

Sun, Nov 15

8:00pmLow Cut Connie, JT LouxSunday, November 15 Low Cut Connie w/ JT Loux at Grog ShopDoors 7 PM His writing has been published in SPIN, Billboard, and Talkhouse. On July 3, 2026, he will release his 8th studio album Livin in the USA.Formed in Sacramento, Ca in 2020 and developed in Nashville since 2022, JT LOUX is a musical powerhouse consisting of guitarist and singer JT LOUX, drummer Zach McCoy and bassist Ethan Pecha, accompanied live by a second guitarist. The band blends melodic, often atmospheric vocals with vivid guitar workdrawing inspiration from Jeff Buckley, Fontaines DC, Briston Maroney, The Backseat Lovers and, of course, The Beatles.Rock and roll · Alternative rock$38

Tue, Nov 17

8:00pmMichiganderIndie rock · Indie folk$27

Wed, Nov 18

8:00pmLUCY (Cooper B. Handy), Gods Wisdom, The PranksArt pop · Hypnagogic pop$25

Thu, Nov 19

F8:00pmFetty P Franklin "Bet the Bank on Frank"Alternative hip hop$25-89

Fri, Nov 20

8:30pmSurprise Chef, Ben Hackett, DJ Teddy Eisenberg , Goo La GoonThe quartet's distinct sound pulls from 70s film scores, the funkier side of jazz, and the samples that form the foundation of hip hop, creating a cinematic and soulful take on instrumental music. Since releasing their debut albums All News Is Good News and Daylight Savings, Surprise Chef have been championed by Gilles Peterson, BBC 6 Music, KEXP and KCRW with their music reaching audiences worldwide. Their work has found its way well beyond the traditional instrumental scene, including a sync in Pepsi's 2023 Super Bowl campaign and a prominent sample on 1999 Write The Future, featuring Ghostface Killah, Rich Brian and Smino, as well as the NBA 2K24 soundtrack. Their fourth album, Superb (2025), marked another leap forward, earning widespread international acclaim for its adventurous evolution of the band's signature sound. The release was followed by their most extensive international touring schedule to date, with headline shows across Australia, Asia, North America, the UK and Europe, including sold-out performances in Los Angeles, London and at the Sydney Opera House. They have also expanded into film scoring, premiering a live score for the Australian classic Wake in Fright at the Melbourne International Film Festival, continuing to redefine the possibilities of instrumental music on the international stage. With new music on the horizon, Surprise Chef are already looking towards their next chapter, continuing to push their sound into new and unexpected territory.Funk · Jazz$28

Sat, Nov 21

8:00pmToken - I’m Leaving Soon Tour w · Damnaged KidsGet the chance to see Token prepare to take the stage. Get the chance to see Token prepare to take the stage. You will have the opportunity to spit one verse to Token over a classic hip-hop instrumental and watch Token go in as well! All participants will be filmed so make sure to come prepared. Please do not have more than a 16 bar rap for this as time will be limited. Get the chance to see Token prepare to take the stage. You will have the opportunity to spit one verse to Token over a classic hip-hop instrumental and watch Token go in as well! All participants will be filmed so make sure to come prepared. Please do not have more than a 16 bar rap for this as time will be limited.East coast hip hop$25-239

Sun, Nov 22

W8:00pmWill Rosekelly n FriendsIt brings together some of the most exciting up-and-coming artists in the scene, with rap sets throughout the night and a DJ set to close it out. Changeovers will be kept short, with DJs playing between sets so the energy never drops.Alternative hip hop$10

Tue, Nov 24

8:00pmBlu and Nickelus F. w · Kipp Stone · Apocalyps Records · Peerless!Rap$25

Wed, Nov 25

8:00pmIsaiah Linder, Lillian Ruffin, judelyn, Kim HaffeyAlternative hip hop$20

Fri, Nov 27

9:00pmSound On Tapewith MotherboardDance$20

Sat, Nov 28

8:00pmVoodoo Glow Skulls, Koffin Kats, The Raging Nathans, SabonSaturday, November 28Voodoo Glow Skulls & Koffin Kats w/ The Raging Nathans and SABON at Grog ShopDoors 7 PMSka punk · Skacore$31

Sun, Nov 29

7:00pmWildbuilt, Nobody Wins, So Nectar, BetzlerMidwest emo · Indie rock$13

Tue, Dec 1

C8:00pmCWRU Popular Music Ensembles present OVERDRIVE and B-SIDEPop rock

Thu, Dec 3

D8:15pmDouble Duran "The Ultimate Duran Duran Experience"- The Ultimate Duran Duran Experience. With a stunning multimedia production, dynamic visuals, and flawless musicianship, Double Duran delivers a show that audiences across the country are calling "the closest thing to seeing Duran Duran live today." From the moment the lights drop, Double Duran brings the unmistakable sound, style, and high-energy presence of the legendary British icons. Every performance is a full-sensory experience - soaring synths, driving bass lines, lush harmonies, cinematic projections, and the fashion-forward aesthetic that defined an era. Fans are transported back as hits like "Hungry Like the Wolf," "Rio," "The Reflex," and "Girls on Film" ignite the room. The band's meticulous attention to detail - both musically and visually - has earned them rave reviews from venues, promoters, and Duranies nationwide. With each show, audiences walk away saying the same thing: "It felt like seeing the real Duran Duran." Whether you're a devoted fan or new to the magic of their music, Double Duran delivers an unforgettable night of timeless hits, immersive production, and pure nostalgia. Come experience the sound, the style, and the spectacle - and relive the brilliance of Duran Duran like never before.New wave$35

Fri, Dec 4

W7:30pmWestside Live Ft. GMALONEAlternative$20

Wed, Dec 9

8:00pmKing Tuff, Sheer Mag, Mod LangHard rock · Garage rock$32

Thu, Dec 10

8:00pmWar On Women, MakeWar, Wasted SocietyBlending riot-grrrl energy with progressive guitar riffs and outspoken lyrics, War On Women has been touring and releasing albums for the last decade. After their widely-acclaimed album Wonderful Hell (Bridge Nine Records), the band is set to release their 4th full-length studio album and are back on tour giving their live audiences an exclusive preview of some brand new songs from the upcoming release. War On Women is a fan favorite, featured on the main stages at festivals (such as The Fest, Riot Fest, Download Fest Australia, Warped Tour) and touring with legendary acts like Bad Religion, Jawbreaker, Frank Turner, Baroness, Alkaline Trio. (They were recently featured on the star-studded D.O.A. Tribute Album alongside members of GunsN'Roses, Rancid, and Descendents). The band collectively brings an impressive level of proficiency and entertainment to the stage while sporting a roster of main characters with individual bios ranging from NASA Satellite Data Scientist, Author, Girls Rock Camp Director, Amp Designer, Sound Engineer, and Jawbox guitarist. War On Women is a band inciting a good time while having nothing to prove and there's nothing more delightfully dangerous than that.Hardcore punk · Rock$25

Sat, Dec 12

49:00pm4 Da KidsAlternative hip hop$20

Sun, Dec 13

Thu, Dec 17

8:00pmMustard Plug's Annual Ska-liday ShowThursday, December 17 Mustard Plug's Annual Ska-liday Show with MU330, The Doomstompers, and Sabon at Grog Shop! had ever heard of ska. They embraced a DIY work ethic that had been ingrained in them growing up in the 1980s hardcore punk scene, and applied it to everything they would ever do together as a band. Mustard Plug self-released their first cassette tape, 1992's Skapocalypse Now!, and played constantly to earn enough money to record their first album, 1994's Big Daddy Multitude, which was released on legendary NYC label Moon Records. With their newfound national distribution and exposure, the band climbed into their van and performed their music for new fans across North America. For their next album they enlisted their heroes, the Descendents' Bill Stevenson and Stephan Egerton, to record their breakthrough ska-punk classic Evildoers Beware at The Blasting Room. After meeting the crew from Hopeless Records in the beer line at a Descendents show at the Whisky-A-Go-Go, the band teamed up with the then-fledgling LA punk label to release the album to an eager and rapidly expanding fanbase. Released in 1997, Evildoers Beware solidified the band's own take on the genre, combining the edginess of punk and the danceability of ska with sure fire melodic pop hooks. Through relentless touring and word of mouth, Evildoers Beware sold over 150,000 copies and solidified the band's position within the burgeoning third wave ska scene. The band even flirted with commercial radio play with their cover of The Verve Pipe's "The Freshman," but decided mainstream pop fame was not for them. They never shot a video or commercially released the song despite the radio buzz.Ska punk · Alternative rock$28

Fri, Dec 18

8:30pmPost Saga, Thicarus, Tall GrassFunk · Pop rock$15

Sun, Dec 20

8:00pmReverend Leewith Ryan Nelson, Lea Marra & The River BoysAlternative$15

Tue, Dec 22

A7:30pmACO: A Tribute to Rob WilliamsLater he formed ACO - the Afro-Cleveland Orchestra - which blended jazz, blues, R&B, funk and other styles. They were regulars at the Grog Shop back in the '90s, when they hosted musician-oriented night; they still occasionally resurface there from time to time doing a reunion show. Jackie Warren on piano, Ray Deforest on bass, Gary Naherny on drums, Larnie Zellner on harmonica, Jim Cirillo on saxophone plus special guests!Afro-cuban$13

Wed, Dec 23

M7:30pmThe Modern Electric Northcoast ChristmasAlternative rock$20

Fri, Jan 29

8:30pmfeeble little horse, SnuggleThe album was written, arranged, produced, and recorded by Sebastian Kinsler, Lydia Slocum, and Jake Kelley across their respective homes in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A spirited investigation into the unnatural space created between human nature and a culture of convenience, a synthesis of dirt and digital, bitknot by feeble little horse creates a language wherein one can re-imbue a sanctity of interdependence away from consumptive "self-sufficiency" and materialism. "The album art is based on the coincidental core memory matrix, which was used in old computers to store memory / access information using 0s and 1s. Each core, or 'bit,' is accessed through the grid of wires, like a knot that stores secret details and memories." bitknot asks that we find new modes of being through this grid, entrusting one another with the collaborative construction of these knots. This negotiation with an ever-developing hybrid reality is expertly exemplified in the album's production the buoyancy of Kinsler's arrangements provide a perfectly balanced surface tension for the weight of Slocum's meandering introspection as they playfully harmonize against saccharine hooks, walls of noise, a supercharged car battery's worth of synths and samples dropped in the ocean of their guitar-driven songwriting framework, and some of Kelley's most laser-focused drums to date to create a sonic chimera that is as likely to be found nascently developing in the early aughts as some unknown, chromatic future. Rhymes written with sidewalk chalk that refuse to be erased in the Anthropocene's acid rain of destructive relationships, Herbert Marcuse's One-Dimensional Man manifest through the spirit of a young woman born in the shadow of the Steel City's industrial ghosts, a study of the clumsy alchemy of IRL and WWW it is within these rhizomatic contradictions that bitknot proliferates.Indie rock · Shoegaze$31

Fri, Feb 5

8:30pmCloud NothingsRock · Pop$30

Thu, Feb 11

8:00pmGood Boy DaisyEmbodying the ethos, "Why date the rockstar when I can be the rockstar?" The sisters deliver a commanding blend of modern alt-rock and indie edge that instantly draws you in. Their lifelong bond creates a rare, unspoken cohesion; Hallie and Dylinn operate with a singular vision and a shared drive that anchors every note. Known for magnetic, personable live shows, Good Boy Daisy bridges the gap between arena-ready anthems and small-club intensity. With Hallie's powerhouse vocals and Dylinn's captivating guitar riffs---backed by a formidable band of talented musicians---they have become a must-see act on the national circuit. Their resume includes a standout performance at Tempe's Innings Festival (sharing the stage with Fall Out Boy, Beck, and The Killers) and successful full US tours alongside such acts as Highly Suspect, Friday Pilots Club, Joe P, and Ax and the Hatchetmen. Good Boy Daisy is a hard-to-contain creative force. The twins are the creative spearhead for every aspect of the band, from designing their own merchandise and executing album concepts to directing their own music videos and hand-curating their distinct social media aesthetic. This DIY spirit ensures that the band's brand is as authentic and sharp as their sound. The band is currently campaigning their debut 8-song EP, Blitz, released on March 27, 2026. A sonic statement of intent, Blitz captures the twins' lyrical heart and original sound. With a sound built for the masses and lyrics for the youth navigating life in tiny apartments, Good Boy Daisy takes pride in their polished live show and cares deeply about each and every fan.Grunge$20

Sat, Mar 6

8:30pmCarissa's WierdTheir new album, Somewhere Further Than Far Away, out January 8, is their first new album in 25 years---a collection of hypnotic, heart-wrenching songs built around giant emotions and the beyond-beautiful tragedy of living. Their friendship quickly grew into a singular musical partnership, defined by intimate bedroom recordings, whisper-sung vocals, and intertwining guitars. Somewhere Further Than Far Away is more than a return to a beloved band. Made from the distance of 25 years, it carries the weight of everything that came before while sounding completely alive in the present---Carissa's Wierd at their most expansive, devastating, and beautiful. As they put it: "We felt invited by the world to come back, and we are happy to be here."Slowcore · Shoegaze

Fri, Apr 9

8:30pmThe White Buffaloaka singer / songwriter / guitarist Jake Smith, Oregon-born, Southern California-raised it was time to take the less travelled path; to assemble notions for studio album Number 8, the follow-up to 'On The Widow's Walk' (Snakefarm, 2020), and embark on a voyage of discovery. Out with the old, the organic, the expected, the tried; in with the new new producer, new studio, new location, no distractions, no looking back... Enter 'Year Of The Dark Horse'... "You think we're a country band? A folk band? Americana? Rock? What the fuck are you gonna say now?!" laughs Jake. "With this album, I wanted something outside of what I've ever done. I wanted to open up. Do something dangerous. I'm hard to put into a singular genre as it is, but now I really wanted to take away any kind of preconception or pigeon-holing. "And don't ask me, cos I don't know what it is! It's a genre-bending thing there's elements and influences from ELO, Daniel Lanois, Tom Waits, The Boss, circus, pirate music, yacht rock, and I'm driving and pushing some of these numbers in a way I've never done before."Country · Americana$38

Sun, Apr 11

1:00pmKoo KooFounded by lifelong friends Bryan and Neil, the Minneapolis-based duo has become one of the most recognizable independent acts in family entertainment by creating music that gets kids, parents, teachers, and caregivers moving together. Their infectious songs, wildly interactive live performances, and unmistakable sense of humor have made Koo Koo a favorite everywhere from living rooms and classrooms to theaters, museums, festivals, and schools across North America. Over the years, Koo Koo has reached hundreds of millions of families through streaming platforms like YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and platforms like GoNoodle and Heidi Songs, where their movement videos have become daily favorites in classrooms around the world. Their growing catalog has attained hundreds of millions of streams and views, introducing generation after generation of young fans to music that celebrates movement, imagination, and joyful self-expression. Their unique approach has earned national attention, including a memorable performance on America's Got Talent, where they brought their signature energy to one of television's biggest stages and covered it in glitter! They've also got fans in The Kardashians, the Backstreet Boys, the Harlem Globetrotters, the Savannah Bananas, Crayola, and Panera Bread Company! But for Bryan and Neil, the biggest moments have always happened where real connections are made: watching thousands of kids dance together, hearing parents sing every word alongside their children, and creating experiences that families remember long after the music ends.Children's music · Dance$22-25

Thu, May 6

8:00pmCarsie BlantonA radical folk artist in the tradition of Woody Guthrie, her infectious melodies and lyrical wit keep listeners rapt while she conjures spirits of vaudeville, campfire singalongs, and punk rock. Blanton and her road-tested band deploy humor, camaraderie, and considerable musical muscle to enroll each audience in a rare vision of hope and solidarity. In addition to writing and performing music, Carsie works as a political organizer and activist. In fall of 2025, she participated in the Global Sumud Flotilla, a direct action to bring humanitarian aid to Gaza by sailboat. In early October, after a month at sea, she was imprisoned in Israel for five days along with hundreds of her comrades. Soon after, Blanton released The Little Flame, a song of solidarity covered widely on social media during her detention. The Little Flame features background vocals from Irish band Ye Vagabonds and Carsie's Palestinian/New Zealander prison-mate Rana Hamida, and appears on her latest album, The Red Album Vol II. After two decades spent on the road, Blanton has amassed a dedicated fan base and a small menagerie of viral hits, and regularly sells out mid-size venues across the U.S. and Europe. 2026 will find her touring heavily with her own band and in collaboration with Canadian folk-punk rabblerousers The Burning Hell, as well as continuing her organizing work with Artists Against Apartheid and the Party for Socialism and Liberation.Singer-songwriter · Jazz

Genres:Rock Indie / Alt Hip-Hop / Rap Punk / Emo

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