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Welcome back to Blossom! Donnie Iris and the Cruisers headlining the opening rock concert of Blossom Music Center’s 1982 season. #RIPDonnieIris

Heartbreaking news from Pittsburgh. Godspeed and farewell to the great Donnie Iris.

On October 23, 1988, Robert Plant performed with Joan Jett & the Blackhearts at the Richfield Coliseum as the Non Stop Go tour returned to Northeast Ohio, supporting his fourth studio album, Now and Zen.

On October 22, 1985, The Cure performed for the first time in Cleveland at Music Hall, in support of their album The Head on the Door.

Strike up the band! 50 years ago today, the Michael Stanley Band kicked off the first of three legendary live shows at the Cleveland Agora, performances captured and forever preserved on the classic Stagepass album, released the following spring.

The Northeast Ohio broadcasting community mourns the loss of legendary and former Cleveland broadcaster Bob ‘Hoolihan’ Wells. An exceptional professional, he approached every role with wit, poise, and polish. Godspeed and farewell, Hoolihan.

On October 20, 1979, the Eagles opened a two-night stand at the Richfield Coliseum on their Long Run tour. During the first show, Bob Seger joined the band for the opening encore of “Rocky Mountain Way.” The next night, Jackson Browne joined for the encore of “Take It Easy.”

On October 19, 1988, Jimmy Page performed at Cleveland Public Hall on his first-ever solo tour, the Outrider tour, with Jason Bonham on drums. The show was taped for the Westwood One Radio Network.

On October 19, 1979, while in Cleveland for a two-night concert engagement with the Eagles, Joe Walsh formally announced his candidacy for the U.S. presidency on WMMS radio.

On October 17, 1980, Bruce Springsteen released his fifth studio album, the double LP The River. It marked his first No. 1 album on the Billboard charts. Originally conceived as a single album titled The Ties That Bind, it was expanded into a double album set.

On October 17, 1970, the Grateful Dead made their Cleveland concert debut at Cleveland Music Hall. Originally scheduled for the Allen Theatre, the show was moved to the larger Music Hall (part of the Cleveland Public Auditorium complex) due to strong ticket demand.

On October 17, 1982, The Clash played Kent State University’s Memorial Gym as part of their Combat Rock tour, with special guest Spirit-I, a local reggae band. The performance was part of the band’s U.S. “Know Your Rights”/Combat Rock run. Photo: Daily Kent Stater

U2 is teasing something on Instagram Stories for 10/15/26.

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It’s the end of a legendary touring career. Saddened to hear that Donnie Iris is turning in his all-access pass and retiring from the road. Thank you for the great times and unforgettable concert memories.

On October 6, 1980, Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band played the first of two sold-out shows at the Richfield Coliseum. It was the third date of the 1980 River tour. Ad Cleveland Plain Dealer

It’s Homecoming weekend at Kent State University, and 40 years ago, on October 4, 1986, alumnus Joe Walsh performed at the Memorial Gym alongside another of Kent’s favorite sons, 15-60-75 (The Numbers Band). Earlier that afternoon, Walsh also performed the National Anthem.

Cleveland, Akron, and all of Northeast Ohio ROCK!🤘🏻

Sass Jordan at the Akron Agora on June 19, 1992, for a 97.5 WONE-FM Low Dough Show in support of her second studio album, Racine. #RIPSassJordan

Heartbroken to learn of Sass Jordan’s passing. Thank you for the music, the fire, and the unforgettable voice. Godspeed and farewell. #RIPSassJordan

On September 30, 1995, David Bowie and Nine Inch Nails performed at Blossom Music Center as part of the Outside tour. Opening the show was Kevin McMahon, longtime Lucky Pierre maestro, returning home with his new band, Prick.

Following the tragic death of drummer John Bonham, Led Zeppelin officially cancelled their 1980 North American tour on September 27, 1980. As a result, bank checks and money orders for the scheduled Richfield Coliseum concerts on October 26 and 27 were returned to ticket holders.

On September 27, 1989, the Rolling Stones’ Steel Wheels tour rolled into Cleveland Stadium with special guest Living Colour. The band had kicked off the 1989 tour on August 12 with a warm-up gig at a tiny New Haven, Connecticut, nightclub, where 700 fans paid just $3 apiece.

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54 years ago today, on September 22, 1972, Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars landed at Cleveland Music Hall for the opening night of the U.S. leg of the tour. Bowie returned two months later for a two-night stand at Cleveland Public Hall. Ads Cleveland Scene

Prayers up for former Cleveland Indians player Duane Kuiper. Sending strength, healing vibes, positive energy, and good thoughts to Kuip. 🙏🏻

On September 16, 1987, Pink Floyd played the first of two sold-out shows at Cleveland Stadium on the Momentary Lapse of Reason tour. It had been 10 years since the band last performed in Cleveland, also at Municipal Stadium, during Game 2 of the 1977 World Series of Rock.

On December 26, 1977, the Dead Boys headlined a double bill of Northeast Ohio talent at the Cleveland Agora, with special guest Devo. #RIPCheetahChrome

Godspeed and farewell to Cheetah Chrome (born Eugene Richard O’Connor), the Cleveland-born punk-rock guitarist and founding member of the Dead Boys. A true architect of early American punk, he first rose with Rocket from the Tombs before co-founding the Dead Boys. #RIPCheetahChrome

On September 13, 1991, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers performed at Blossom Music Center, as part of their Into the Great Wide Open tour (often called Touring the Great Wide Open), with special guest Chris Whitley.

Released on September 12, 1975, the title track of Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here opens with radio static and station-tuning sounds that were recorded from David Gilmour’s car radio (in the Abbey Road Studios parking lot). Outtakes from Aubrey “Po” Powell’s album cover shoot.

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On September 10, 1994, Green Day finally made their Blossom Music Center debut during the Dookie tour, after their original July date was halted due to overcrowding at the WMMS “Buzzard-Palooza” show at the Nautica Stage. All tickets for the Blossom event were a rock-bottom $5!

On September 7, 1990, the Grateful Dead kicked off their fall tour with a pair of shows at the Richfield Coliseum, marking the debut of Vince Welnick (from the Tubes) on keyboards just weeks after the death of Brent Mydland. Photo from JerryGarcia.com

Remembering Keith Moon, gone 48 years today. The Who’s wild drummer brought unmatched chaos and brilliance. Still unforgettable.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

45 years ago today, on September 6, 1981, the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association aired on WJKW-TV Channel 8. The telethon began airing on Channel 8 in 1975. From 1969 to 1974, it aired on WKBF-TV Channel 61 before that station went dark.

A Cleveland tradition soaring high! Experience the Cleveland National Air Show at Burke Lakefront Airport Labor Day weekend. Ad Cleveland Plain Dealer celebrating the 50th anniversary of the National Air Races (1929–1979).

Gloria Steinem at the Beachwood Marriott in Cleveland on October 28, 1987, where she was in town to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the City Club of Cleveland. #RIPGloriaSteinem

Godspeed and farewell to Gloria Steinem, a pioneering activist and journalist. She was one of the women’s liberation movement’s most outspoken advocates.

Happy 31st Anniversary to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum! On September 2, 1995, the iconic glass pyramid on Cleveland’s lakefront threw open its doors and forever changed the way the world celebrates the music that defined generations. Photo: Scott Shaw, courtesy of John Skrticx.

On September 1, 1994, The Who’s Roger Daltrey and his orchestra performed the final concert at the Richfield Coliseum. The new Gateway Arena (Gund Arena) was about to open in downtown Cleveland, with Billy Joel scheduled as its first rock concert performer on October 17, 1994.

BREAKING: Duane “Keffe D” Davis, the former Compton gang leader accused of orchestrating rapper Tupac Shakur’s killing nearly 30 years ago, has been found guilty of first-degree murder.

August 31, 1974: Game 3 of the 1974 World Series of Rock at Cleveland Stadium, featuring CSNY with special guests The Band, Santana, and Jesse Colin Young. Referred to at times as the Doom Tour, David Crosby wanted to call it the “What Could Possibly Go Wrong?” tour.

August 30, 1978, Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band delivered a three-hour marathon at the Richfield Coliseum. After the show, Springsteen headed straight to the Cleveland Agora and joined Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes onstage for three songs: youtu.be/4OllWaG9HZQ

On August 29, 1989, The Cure performed at the Richfield Coliseum Theatre with special guest Shelleyann Orphan as part of The Prayer Tour in support of their latest album, Disintegration.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Ad Cleveland Scene

On August 28, 1994, the Rolling Stones performed with special guest Lenny Kravitz at Cleveland Municipal Stadium as part of their Voodoo Lounge tour.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Ads Cleveland Scene

August 26, 1998, Pearl Jam performed at Blossom Music Center on their Yield tour. The last time Pearl Jam played Blossom was at Lollapalooza in 1992, when torrential rain turned the grounds into chaos: fans rushed the pavilion, created bonfires, and made mudslides on the lawn.