Jilly's Music Room

Akron

Website ↗(330) 576-3757

Jilly's Music Room is a downtown Akron live-music venue on Main Street hosting local and regional acts across rock, blues, ska, reggae, and cover bands. The room opens at 5pm on show nights and serves a fully gluten-free menu with craft cocktails and over 100 beers. Weekend brunch is available when the venue is open.

Hours:

Wed–Thu 5pm–10pm
Fri 5pm–1am
Sat 11am–1am
Sun 11am–3pm
Mon, Tue closed

Upcoming shows22 listings

Sat, Nov 14

B8:00pmback & forth: foo fighters tributeTICKETS Back & Forth – The Foo Fighters Tribute is a professional, high energy, explosively entertaining band that emulates the raw power and charisma of the Foo Fighters. Back & Forth has been rockin’ Ohio and the regional area since 2019. True to the dominant Foo Fighters line up, they are a five piece with two blistering guitars, one guitarist/singer (their “Dave”), a driving bass, and a pounding percussionist. Back & Forth produces an exciting show filled with energy, emotion and stage dominance. They take great pride in a professional presentation and delivering on a raw performance that encapsulates the band that has slammed through America’s radio-waves for generations.Rock

Fri, Nov 20

V7:00pmVelocity Stax | Vanity Crash | BizarrosRESERVE A SEAT Velocity Staxcomes from the Rubber City, bringing the party with our original Rockabilly. Sizzling guitar, bombastic drums, thumping bass. Experience a lively, fun, and danceable time! Vanity Crash: Vanity Crash: Glam punk heroes from Cleveland with five releases of original material, Vanity Crash was born on stage under hot lights as the house band for Hedwig and the Angry Inch, preparing to record their sixth original release, having shared the stage with the New York Dolls, Poison, the Darkness and Gogol Bordello, including two collabs with David Bowie’s pianist Mike Garson. VanityCrash.com (7/11 & 7/16) Akron’s Bizarros had substantial impact on the early indie scene, through their hard-edged records and singer Nick Nicholis’s Clone label, which released records by The Waitresses, Human Switchboard and others. In a classic case of bridesmaidery, the Bizarros – who reformed in the 21st century – were more influential than popular. Playing serious, intense, sometimes hypnotic rock with poetically inclined verbiage and pre-Gang of Four jabbing guitars, Bizarros music was strong and affecting. Their half of From Akron (a 1977 album they shared with Rubber City Rebels) is pretty raw and hard to enjoy. But by the time of their 1979 self-titled album (released by a major label, self-produced with an engineer, wrapped in strictly amateur artwork) the band had developed considerable polish, which they used to good advantage without compromising their strength. Five subsequent releases followed, the last in 1981, and The Bizarros took a 23-year hiatus, reemerging in 2003 with You Can’t Fight Your Way Up Town From Here.Punk

Sat, Nov 21

S8:00pmSoulshine & the Horny HornsSoul

Sat, Nov 28

17:00pm13th ANNIVERSARY BASH with ROXXYMORONTICKETS ROXXYMORON Voted “Best Local Band” by Akron Life Magazine, Roxxymoron is an 8 piece rock/pop cover band with horns, tight vocals, and a song list spanning generations.Rock · Pop

Thu, Dec 3

C7:00pmColin John & Austin Walkin' CaneNO COVER / SEATS FCFS Guitarist and vocalist Colin John performs a special solo date at Jilly’s Music Room on Thursday, September 24th. Drawing on more than four decades of performing worldwide, John brings together acoustic blues, Hawaiian steel guitar and vocals, blending deep blues roots with the distinctive sounds of Hawaiʻi.

Fri, Dec 4

C8:00pmTHE CLAUDETTES (CHICAGO) wsg GOLEMS OF THE RED PLANETTICKETS Six albums into their lauded career, the Claudettes continue to put a fascinating spin on American roots music with their 2026 Pravda Records album GARAGE GLAMOUR. Blues and R&B are laced with punk spirit and film-noir moods to create the band’s singular glitzy-yet-gritty sound. The Claudettes have earned worldwide acclaim with their recordings and concerts full of heart, musicianship and theatrical flair. Force-of-nature vocalist Rachel Williams (who dominates the stage like a glam-rock rebirth of Annie Lennox) and renowned pianist/songwriter Johnny Iguana join the mighty rhythm section of Zach Verdoorn (bass, guitar, vocals) and Liz Ele (drums). Outside the Claudettes, Iguana has toured with Junior Wells and Otis Rush, played on many Grammy-nominated albums and recorded with Buddy Guy, Derek Trucks, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Johnny Winter and more. Johnny is also composer of the score for the Emmy-winning smash FX/Hulu series “The Bear” and has released two solo albums on iconic blues/jazz label Delmark Records. “Chicago’s original recipe band…The Claudettes’ sonic playing field is the blues and everything after, all tastefully and artfully blended together….Perhaps the band’s greatest super power: songwriting.”—NPR Music “A skewed cabaret band of blues, jazz and rockabilly…a sensibility that feels equal parts James Dean and David Lynch.”—Minneapolis Star-Tribune “Holy Mackerel…I hear so many levels of what I consider amazing creativity…I hear touches of Jerry Lee Lewis at his most manic…of cinema…of multiple genres wrapping around one another…These guys are the B-movies of the music world—maybe not understood now, but in the future, the kings and queens of the universe!”—Frank Gutch Jr., No Depression “The Claudettes Go Out! shows the band’s mastery of every era of American music, from the roots of the blues to today’s modern pop….the Claudettes pen standards for a new generation.”—J. Poet, Rock & Roll Globe On the SURFace (yes, we did that), Golems of the Red Planet take selections from John Zorn’s Masada and send them crashing through the reverb tank of a surf band. Featuring members of Tin Huey, Half Cleveland, The HiFis, Unit 5, The Pointless Orchestra, Trial of Lucy and Flying Carpet People, this is very much not a normal band — and has no intention of becoming one. Originally a studio-only project, the Golems are celebrating the release of their Hey Day Again album Surf Masada by taking it to the stage. Turning up? Absolutely. Tuning up? Maybe. Either way… SURF’S UP (we regret nothing)..Rock

Sat, Dec 5

7:00pm15 60 75 The Numbers BandTICKETS 15 60 75 The Numbers has been praised by almost every national music publication and several international publications since the beginning of their 50 years of live performances and recordings. Many fans are under the impression that the band remains obscure by choice. In fact, they have never been offered a contract from any recording company in the industry, ever. The music “cannot be categorized”, “cannot be defined”, “is too original”. The music industry is not about music anymore. It is about selling products the public can relate to. After all, it is a business. Even “alternative” music has become a label. The founder of the band, Robert Kidney, explains, “The music industry, the media, and the tellsusourvision (TV) are defining for the American public what is good music by only playing and supporting what is profitable. We are taught to disregard everything that is not familiar. We (The Numbers Band) give the people our best. Our effort goes into being creative, unique and original. We define our own sound. There are no rules because we don’t play the game. We are not in it for the game, we’re in it for the music.” So, the band continues to create and evolve outside of the “Rock & Roll” establishment. The majority of the recordings were financed by friends who loved the music enough to put up their own money. Hundreds of photographs taken of the band in different stages of it’s existence by different amazing people tell a story of intense performances, long nights, and the passing of time. Band members have come and gone, and returned again. Robert sees music as much more than an emotional release or a performance. It is a job, a job for which he demands respect and payment for services. Robert Kidney picked up a guitar and began teaching himself to play when he 16. He bought a 45 record called Guitar Boogie Shuffle and his cousin, Larren Hesson, taught Robert the licks. He also taught him to play one of his favorite songs, Riders On The Storm. At 17, Robert played solo in coffee houses and also opened for several acts at La Cave in Cleveland such as Linda Rhonstadt and the Stone Ponys and Janis Ian. He never found the time to learn to read music. After a short stint in the service in Chicago, he moved back to northeast Ohio in the spring of 1969. A friend, Gary Hawk, had formed a band called Pig Iron in Wadsworth, Ohio. Robert opened for them at the Akron Art Museum and several band members asked him to come to a rehersal sometime. When Robert did show up, Gary had left the group, and the remaining members wanted him to be their front man. Robert changed the name of the band to 15 60 75. The title of the band has always aroused curiosity from fans. The fans called them The Numbers because it was easier than trying to get the figures right. Numbers had not been used in a name before, and the political climate in 1970 was quite Orwell-ian. Robert choose a sequence of numbers mentioned in a book written by Paul Oliver called The Blues Fell This Morning. In the chapter “The Jinx Is On Me”, Oliver describes the Numbers Racket popular in Harlem in the 1950s and how dreams were analyzed as number sequences and used for placing bets. The band’s music theory specialist, Terry Hynde, also discovered that 15 divided 15 is 1, 60 divided by 15 is 4, and 75 divided by 15 is 5. In a musician’s world, “1, 4, 5,” is referred to as the “universal progression”. The band resides in northeast Ohio. They have several recordings under their belt and more music than they can afford to release. Robert has recorded and toured with Anton Fier and his Golden Palominos. Robert and his brother, Jack, have toured Holland twice. The brothers also traveled to London, England in 1998 to perform in the Disastodrome! production by David Thomas. The entire band went to London to perform at the Royal Festival Hall in 2000. For more information on the production, and The Kidney Brothers, go to The Brothers And The Blues Abstract.Blues rock

Sun, Dec 6

S12:00pmSpecial Event: Guitar Center Winter Student ShowcaseRecital of musicians of all ages who are learning their craft from Guitar Center’s professional staff. Everything from solos to bands. The public is welcome. All seating is FCFS – we are not taking reservations. Please note: we will not be serving brunch today. We will have a special limited menu available during the event.Classical

Wed, Dec 9

J7:00pmJilly's Open Stages: Coach | The Drecking Crew7:15PM: Coach is a three piece vocal group focusing on 50s 60s and 70s folk and rock music. 8:15PM: THE DRECKING CREW is a merry band of long-time local stagers who perform assorted covers from the 1960s and beyond along with scattered originals. Put together by vocalist, Chris Platis (Cool Blue Planet, Acid Raincoat), and joined by guitarist and vocalist, Rick Myers, drummer, Bruce Winer (Sole Patch, Full Wave Rectifier, Mickeys), bassist and vocalist Mick Hurray (The Nelsons, Zero Defex, Mickeys), and guitarist and vocalist Mary Plazo (Full Wave Rectifier, Version Mary, The Crones).Rock · Folk

Fri, Dec 11

L8:00pmThe Ladies NightTICKETS RESERVED SEATING The Ladies Night: Northeastern Ohio’s high energy all male tribute to the music of pop divas, featuring songs by Britney, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, and more!Pop

Sat, Dec 12

S7:00pmSwizzle Stick BandRESERVE SEATS Wear Your Dancin’ Shoes! Hailing from Akron, Ohio, Swizzle Stick Band is a big band with a big sound! Playing Motown, Funk, Soul and Rock N Roll favorites from the 60’s through today, you’ll want to tap your feet and move to the groove when you hear them play!

Wed, Dec 16

H7:00pmHoliday Jazz! Tracey Thomas & Tim LongfellowRESERVE SEATS The incomparable duo of Tracey Thomas & Tim Longfellow delight with some Ella, Nina and Billie, as well as some other standards, holiday favorites and instrumentals.Jazz

Fri, Dec 18

M8:00pmMissile Toe wsg The CronesTICKETS WalkUps Welcome. $5 at the door. MISSILE TOE! The World’s Greatest Christmas Band! THE CRONES: The brainchild of frontwoman Tracey Thomas (#Akronsound, Unit 5), THE CRONES play energetic and exciting cover songs from your favorite female-fronted New Wave bands of the ’80s. Tracey and her group of talented female musicians are all over the age of 50, and they have been rocking capacity crowds since their debut in July of 2023. Their rapid rise in popularity is easy to understand as the band’s seasoned musicianship shines through entertaining renditions of songs made famous by Blondie, Joan Jet, Kate Bush, Cindi Lauper, The B52’s, and many more. These Girls Still Want To Have Fun and you will too when you catch a live performance by THE CRONES! Christmas Beers & Specialty Cocktails!

Sat, Dec 19

W7:00pmWest Akron FadeawayFREE SHOW / RESERVE A SEAT Akron’s only Grateful Dead tribute band features Adam Sarata on guitar, Nat Napoletano on keys, Pat Hughes on bass, and Ron Sever on drums. Combining decades of performing experience, West Akron Fadeaway provides a positive vibe that will be sure to shake your bones. Expect to hear classic Grateful Dead songs and lesser-known deep cuts performed in a refreshing and lively way. “Dubbed West Akron Fadeaway, the Akron based band pays tribute to the Grateful Dead with an energy that would make Jerry Garcia proud”- Akron Beacon Journal.No cover

Thu, Jan 7

C7:00pmColin John SoloGuitarist and vocalist Colin John performs a special solo date at Jilly’s Music Room on Thursday, September 24th. Drawing on more than four decades of performing worldwide, John brings together acoustic blues, Hawaiian steel guitar and vocals, blending deep blues roots with the distinctive sounds of Hawaiʻi.Blues

Sat, Jan 16

7:00pmThe AlibiRESERVE SEATS The Alibi brings together three longtime staples of Northeast Ohio’s blues scene: guitarist Fuad Farah, lead vocalist and bassist Danny Lumpp, and drummer Jason Edwards. Drawing from years of experience, The Alibi delivers a dynamic blend of soulful grooves, electrifying guitar work, and heartfelt vocals. Their fresh, modern take on the blues honors the genre’s roots while pushing it forward with energy and originality.Blues

Fri, Jan 22

A8:00pmALBATROSS: A Fleetwood Mac Showcase ftrg ELECTRIC SUGAR & IN LIKE FLINNTICKETS Get ready for a night of legendary music, and a great cause as Rubber City Rock Bank presents ALBATROSS A Fleetwood Mac Showcase. Featuring music spanning their early years to the later years. Joining the stage are Electric Sugar and In Like Flinn for an unforgettable night of music. This is a fundraising event to support One Of A Kind Pets, an organization dedicated to saving at risk pets.Rock

Sat, Jan 23

V8:00pmVan Sailin'TICKETS Playing summer tunes from the 70s & 80s! Van Sailin’ is a “Yacht Rock” treat you won’t want to miss. Based in Northeast Ohio, this five-piece party band will transport you to a time when pop stars had full beards, light beer flowed freely, and linen shirts were peak fashion.Rock

Sat, Jan 30

S8:00pmSoul Shake & The Eastside HornsTICKETS Cleveland’s Premier Horn-Driven Blues, Soul and Rock N Roll Band! Soul Shake & The Eastside Horns is a 100% live, horn-driven blues/soul/classic rock and roll band based out of Northeast Ohio. The band features three dynamic vocalists and plays songs that take the audience back to the period of time in Cleveland where acts like Springsteen, Southside Johnny, Aretha Franklin and others played local live concerts that made you move your feet and clap your hands all night long. Soul Shake & The Eastside Horns is music nostalgia for the soul.Soul

Sat, Feb 6

V8:00pmVelocity Stax | TbaNO COVER Velocity Stax comes from the Rubber City, bringing the party with our original Rockabilly. Sizzling guitar, bombastic drums, thumping bass. Experience a lively, fun, and danceable time!

Sat, Feb 13

L8:00pmThe Ladies NightTICKETS RESERVED SEATING The Ladies Night: Northeastern Ohio’s high energy all male tribute to the music of pop divas, featuring songs by Britney, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, and more!Pop

Sat, Feb 20

7:00pm15 60 75 The Numbers BandTICKETS 15 60 75 The Numbers has been praised by almost every national music publication and several international publications since the beginning of their 50 years of live performances and recordings. Many fans are under the impression that the band remains obscure by choice. In fact, they have never been offered a contract from any recording company in the industry, ever. The music “cannot be categorized”, “cannot be defined”, “is too original”. The music industry is not about music anymore. It is about selling products the public can relate to. After all, it is a business. Even “alternative” music has become a label. The founder of the band, Robert Kidney, explains, “The music industry, the media, and the tellsusourvision (TV) are defining for the American public what is good music by only playing and supporting what is profitable. We are taught to disregard everything that is not familiar. We (The Numbers Band) give the people our best. Our effort goes into being creative, unique and original. We define our own sound. There are no rules because we don’t play the game. We are not in it for the game, we’re in it for the music.” So, the band continues to create and evolve outside of the “Rock & Roll” establishment. The majority of the recordings were financed by friends who loved the music enough to put up their own money. Hundreds of photographs taken of the band in different stages of it’s existence by different amazing people tell a story of intense performances, long nights, and the passing of time. Band members have come and gone, and returned again. Robert sees music as much more than an emotional release or a performance. It is a job, a job for which he demands respect and payment for services. Robert Kidney picked up a guitar and began teaching himself to play when he 16. He bought a 45 record called Guitar Boogie Shuffle and his cousin, Larren Hesson, taught Robert the licks. He also taught him to play one of his favorite songs, Riders On The Storm. At 17, Robert played solo in coffee houses and also opened for several acts at La Cave in Cleveland such as Linda Rhonstadt and the Stone Ponys and Janis Ian. He never found the time to learn to read music. After a short stint in the service in Chicago, he moved back to northeast Ohio in the spring of 1969. A friend, Gary Hawk, had formed a band called Pig Iron in Wadsworth, Ohio. Robert opened for them at the Akron Art Museum and several band members asked him to come to a rehersal sometime. When Robert did show up, Gary had left the group, and the remaining members wanted him to be their front man. Robert changed the name of the band to 15 60 75. The title of the band has always aroused curiosity from fans. The fans called them The Numbers because it was easier than trying to get the figures right. Numbers had not been used in a name before, and the political climate in 1970 was quite Orwell-ian. Robert choose a sequence of numbers mentioned in a book written by Paul Oliver called The Blues Fell This Morning. In the chapter “The Jinx Is On Me”, Oliver describes the Numbers Racket popular in Harlem in the 1950s and how dreams were analyzed as number sequences and used for placing bets. The band’s music theory specialist, Terry Hynde, also discovered that 15 divided 15 is 1, 60 divided by 15 is 4, and 75 divided by 15 is 5. In a musician’s world, “1, 4, 5,” is referred to as the “universal progression”. The band resides in northeast Ohio. They have several recordings under their belt and more music than they can afford to release. Robert has recorded and toured with Anton Fier and his Golden Palominos. Robert and his brother, Jack, have toured Holland twice. The brothers also traveled to London, England in 1998 to perform in the Disastodrome! production by David Thomas. The entire band went to London to perform at the Royal Festival Hall in 2000. For more information on the production, and The Kidney Brothers, go to The Brothers And The Blues Abstract.Blues rock

Genres:Rock Pop Blues Soul / R&B / Funk

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