Cleveland, OH

Spotlight Cleveland

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Spotlight Cleveland is a neighborhood Cleveland music bar with a dedicated stage and active live calendar. Rock, Acoustic, Bluegrass, Jazz, Electronic are natural fits for the programming. Bands should arrive ready to establish energy quickly and work with an audience that may divide its attention between music and nightlife. It is worth considering for musicians whose format aligns with the room rather than acts looking for a generic stop.

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440-847-8337

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Age policy
21+
Genres
All Genres
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Address
8701 Madison Avenue, 44102, United States
Venue phone
(440) 847-8337
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