August 10, 2025 • 2-7pm
Treelawn Music Hall
Fundraiser for Cleveland Rocks: Past, Present, Future
Performances by:
- Todd Sharp
- Jim Ballard & The Strangs
- Richard Shack & Friends
- David Mayfield
- AJ & The Woods
- Amanda Walsh
- Brent Kirby
- General Admission - $25
- Gold Circle Premium - $50
- Gold Circle Platinum - Gold Circle Seating / Green Room Party - $100
Bios:
TODD SHARP
Cleveland native Todd Sharp started gigging at 11. At 19, he joined Hall & Oates as lead guitarist. Over four decades, he’s played with Christine McVie, Mick Fleetwood, Bob Welch, Rod Stewart, Bonnie Raitt, Eric Clapton, David Crosby, and others. His solo albums include Who Am I and Walking All the Way. He co-wrote Christine McVie’s “Got a Hold On Me” and “Love Will Show Us How,” and Juice Newton’s “A Little Love.” In 2023, he was inducted into the RockGodz Hall of Fame.
toddsharp.com
JIM BALLARD AND THE STRANGS
Akron’s Jim Ballard has released 15 albums and toured nationally. He’s performed with Pete Seeger, Odetta, Gordon Lightfoot, and 10,000 Maniacs. His band The Strangs blends rock, Americana, and indie with powerful songwriting.
DAVID MAYFIELD
Grammy- and Emmy-nominated producer, performer, and songwriter David Mayfield is known for stellar musicianship, humor, and a dynamic stage presence.
davidmayfieldparade.com
RICHARD SHACK & FRIENDS
Rich Shack has been writing and performing for over 50 years. A founding member of E T Hooley, he recorded with Slim Harpo and Jimmy Witherspoon, and toured with the James Gang. Recently performing with John Borchard and Dave Borowski.
AJ & THE WOODS
This Cleveland roots rock band blends Appalachian folk, delta blues, and rock & roll. Led by Alison Tomin and Joshua Alan Collins, they deliver soulful vocals, raw energy, and deep grooves. Voted Best Folk Artist at the 2023 Cleveland Music Awards.
ajandthewoods.com
AMANDA WALSH
Amanda Walsh is a pianist, violinist, and vocalist trained at Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music. She’s played with Sparkle Motion and The Bellflower Quartet. Her debut solo album Magic is Real sold out Nighttown in 2017. She’s taught music for 30 years.
BRENT KIRBY
A staple of Cleveland music, Brent Kirby has been voted “Best Singer” and “Best Musician” by Cleveland Scene. He fronts The Jack Fords, leads Gram Parsons tribute band The New Soft Shoe, and drums with Ohio City Singers. His 10x3 Songwriter Showcase uplifts local talent.
brentkirby.com
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