Jack & the Optimists, Radio Dummies, and Variety Pack LIVE at Grog Shop Thursday, December 5th 7pm doors / 8pm show All Ages $10 advance / $12 day of show +$3 at the door if under 21   Geared to the specific sound and style of early mid 1960s Britain, Jack McLaughlin draws inspiration from artists like; “The Who” for instrument abandon; “The Small Faces” for soul and grit; and “The Beatles” for definitive composition. The lyrics and melodies offer fresh perspective on being young and positive while the slightly broken brightness of the twelve string tone rings through rhythms and catches the ear during leads.  The writing flare is unique and includes middle eight chord progressions that welcome the melodic choruses.  Jack is finishing his last year earning his BA in music at Cleveland State University.  He is working on his third full length album and can be seen at local Cleveland venues with his band Jack & The Optimists. Playing out live since he was sixteen, Jack is a seasoned performer and puts on a great show. Please sign up for his mailing list, join his social media platforms and come out to support his live music.   Jack is "Mod Pop!"