
Crooner Circus ft. Noah Smith, Sundae Drives, Jimmy Clepper, Matthew Douglas Simpson
Thu, 16 Apr, 7:00 PM EDT
Doors open
6:00 PM EDT
The Southgate House Revival - Revival Room
111 E Sixth Street , Newport, KY 41071
Description
Crooner Circus is a long-standing songwriter showcase and creative community based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Curated by touring artist and award winning songwriter Noah Smith, the show has featured over 300 original artists including Grammy nominated, award winning, and international performers. What started as a grassroots round in the corner of a local taproom has grown into a trusted regional platform for emerging voices and seasoned pros alike.
Held on the third Thursday of every month, Crooner Circus is a rotating lineup of 6 to 9 songwriters, each sharing their original music, stories behind the songs, and the heart that keeps them writing. From intimate listening-room vibes to packed-out bar nights, the show thrives on connection between artists, fans, and the cities we visit.
In addition to the monthly series, Noah Smith’s Crooner Circus Songwriter Festival returns for its second year on December 6th at the legendary Southgate House Revival, bringing together over 40 songwriters across multiple stages in a celebration of songcraft and storytelling.
Crooner Circus isn’t just another show it’s a movement, with a strong social media presence, content strategy, and brand that helps host venues grow their audience and build new relationships with the music community.
Event Information
Age Limit
All Ages

Singer-Songwriter
Noah Smith’s Crooner Circus
Noah Smith’s Crooner Circus
Singer-Songwriter

Country
Noah Smith
Noah Smith
Country
Noah Smith is a touring songwriter from Cincinnati, OH, whose sound resonates with both country and rock n roll fans alike. Mixed whiskey blues, soulful roots, and a road dog spirit, his high energy full band live performances have landed him on national stages opening for artists such as Ashley Mcbryde, Chris Janson, Joe Diffie, The Steve Miller Band, and many more. Noah splits his time between his home studio, Nashville, Tennessee, and the road. He has gained a following in the US and Europe as a featured artist on the Nashville Nights International Songwriter Festival in Odense, Denmark, where he will return for a third appearance in the fall of 2024. Noah is a staple in the Cincinnati songwriter community, and has fostered relationships with over 300 songwriters and artists on his monthly songwriter showcase “Noah Smith’s Crooner Circus,” for over 5 years in Cincinnati, OH, Nashville, TN, and Georgetown, KY. Noah has a growing fan base and is releasing new music to pair with his past releases featured in American Songwriter, Country Rebel, Raised Rowdy and more

Pop Rock
Sundae Drives
Sundae Drives
Pop Rock
Sundae Drives is an Acoustic driven Soul / Pop / Hip Hop / R&B act from the east side of Cincinnati, Ohio featuring singer - songwriter Adam Lee. Known for his unique sound and intense yet intimate live performances, SD plays a raw, stripped down & creative style of music. Through unorthodox guitar playing and melodic vocals infused with organic percussion, emotional keys and slick bass lines, Sundae Drives is sure to find a place in your heart.

Americana
Matthew Douglas Simpson
Matthew Douglas Simpson
Americana
Matthew Douglas Simpson is a strange brew. Dangerously observational, painfully perceptive, a representational artist, painting with pen, pad, and the grit that comes with truth. Madly devoted to honesty, he boldly and bluntly shines a shattering light on flawless facades, including his own. Simpson's brand of rural route rock & roll connects with music fans across genre lines. Road trip tested and music snob approved, Matthew Douglas Simpson is an artist you won't want to miss. Oh, and he's an ordained minister.
