Blues Amplified (formerly Dayton Blues Festival)

Blues Amplified ft. Anthony Rosano & the Conqueroos, with Openers Eric Jerardi and Westside Players Concert

Join us this year as we celebrate the new Blues Amplified night sponsored by the City of Dayton (formerly known as the City of Dayton Blues Festival). Now the team at Levitt Dayton has taken over the programming and curation of these events, adding them to their summer concert season. The three Amplified concerts will be held on three Saturdays and begin at 5:30 p.m. instead of the normal 7 p.m. concert start time and feature a DJ, two openers and a headliner, amplifying blues, funk and Reggae genres of music.

• You can bring in lawn chairs or blankets as well as outside food and beverage – including alcohol (glass prohibited)
• Lawn chair rental available for a $5 donation
• Food and beverage vendors on are onsite

Blues Amplified Lineup: DJ Oscar, Eric Jerardi, The Westside Players * Headliner: Anthony Rosano & The Conqueroos

Anthony Rosano & Conqueroos

Singer, guitarist, songwriter, and bandleader, Anthony Rosano, has always been drawn to grit, gravitas and the connection that comes from making music. Although his music roots are implanted in the firmament of the blues, he takes his cue from any number of archival influences.

Eric Jerardi

Eric Jerardi, a Dayton, Ohio native, is a seasoned musician known for his dynamic blend of blues, rock, and soul. With multiple albums under his belt, including the critically acclaimed “Occupied,” and a track record of sharing stages with legends like Little Feat and Robin Trower, Jerardi’s musical prowess continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

Westside Players

The Westside Players featuring Gary Guitar Williams are a “So Help The Boogie” Blues act. Founder & leader Gary Guitar Williams has been playing guitar and performing for over four decades. Gary started out playing with bands in his teens and hasn’t slowed down yet. He has played and performed with many local and national blues acts. He spent a decade with Snapper Mitchum playing and touring, as well as playing with The Ohio Players, Malcolm

Sponsored By: Amplified Series Sponsored By the City of Dayton, Tawnya & Rick Stover, Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener, Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission---------Levitt Dayton is a non-profit organization that fosters a sense of community by providing free outdoor concerts. The organization believes music can bridge cultural divides and bring people together. Levitt Dayton offers a unique and enriching experience that is accessible to all. Through their efforts, Levitt Dayton creates a vibrant and inclusive cultural scene in downtown Dayton.

More info and plan your visit at LevittDayton.org 

More concerts at Levitt Pavilion Dayton:  Levitt Dayton 2024 Concert Season

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Levitt Pavilion Dayton

Blues Amplified (formerly Dayton Blues Festival) is taking place at Levitt Pavilion Dayton, which is located at 134 S. Main Street in Dayton. Levitt Pavilion Dayton - Building community through music, one free concert at a time, Levitt Pavilion is located on Dave Hall Plaza on South Main between Fourth and Fifth Streets in downtown Dayton.