LoCLE Grown

Rock the Block is a free, end-of-summer festival in South Euclid featuring live music, food, and community. We sat down with Director of Parks & Recreation Dan Subwick to talk about how the event comes together, its impact on the local music scene, and shares great tips for bands booking their first festival this year. The fest is August 21st & 22nd, so follow along for updates and see who...

A few hot takes and really solid metaphors in this episode. The fellas of The Modern Kollective (with a "K") reminisce on forming their band and collaborating during the pandemic. We also equally thank and slightly resent them for gettin "Watermelon Sugar" by Harry Styles stuck in our heads again. Listen to their latest single "Wolves", out everywhere! 🎶 SONGS PERFOR...

In this episode, Riley Burke Band shares a story about how they quite literally stumbled upon a burning bush during their Cedar Point residency last year, and we get to learn about the vast world of Audiology. PSA: If you are a musician, sound engineer, or just work in loud spaces a lot - THIS IS YOUR SIGN TO GET YOURSELF SOME GOOD EAR PLUGS! Thanks, RBB for joining us. Follow them everywhere &amp...

After spending over 25 years in the Cleveland music scene, Jade Ring is finally releasing a solo album this weekend - the first of 3 this year! Known for his electrifying stage presence, DIY-attitude, and affinity for facial coverings, Jade Ring somehow still manages to surprise us during his performance. You're going to love this one. Follow Jade Ring and listen to his debut album "Pill...

We’re back, and there was no better way to kick off Season 7 than with the other dynamic duo who help make this show happen: Janna O’Conder (aka our great friends and amazing sound engineers, Jake Conder & Danna O'Connor). For the past two years, they’ve been just as dedicated as we are to bringing this show to life, and we are SO stoked to give you a year of new sounds, fresh perspective...

Westside Lo talks about the lost art of selling music in real time and why "image" isn't everything. Huge thanks to Lo for the immaculate vibes today as we celebrate his latest release of "Alignment (Deluxe)", now with three brand new tracks!  Stream it everywhere and follow Westside to stay tapped in with what’s next. SONGS PERFORMED: Visualizing My Future A Lot to Discus...

"I'm about to play this $25 guitar on this really bad amp and i'm gonna scream and you can't stop me." Danna informs Funeral Proposals that their "Beach Song" music video won a major award a while back, and we decide that if you have strong opinions or a lot to say, either go into music, podcasting, or get a trombone. With a couple more shows and a single or two...

Fresh off performing for thousands at the Southeast Asian Festival last month, What’s His Face stops by to talk about his journey from California to Cleveland and how hip hop, food, and breakdancing shaped his sound and his story. We also debut a game made just for him, Green Flag , inspired by his latest song. Stream his music, give him a follow, and be on the lookout for one last single dropping...

This was a rare setup: just JLaird from LoCLE Grown and Bre-J from Land of Panda holding it down, and a time was HAD! Bre shares some wild stories (it really is Always Something , amiright?) and talks about what’s next for the band with an album on the way early next year. Catch his solo performance of Land of Panda's latest singles, and keep an ear out for “Rita” and “Memories,” dropping soo...

We're looking at the same thing, but like...I gotta different pair of shades on, now. Sunshine Studios is usually posted up at shows with his latest rings, clothes, art, and more. This time he joins us in the studio to share his story and his perspective on the local music scene as a vendor, artist, and poet (and now, podcaster). Stick around for the freestyle at the end, and be sure to follo...

Fear Factor Fun Facts. And also Whale fun facts. No mud fun facts though.  We were honored to have Mud Whale join us on a sacred Mudwhale Monday, where they shared some lore around the original name of their "Go Fest Yourself" festival and drop a BIG announcement...listen up! SONGS PERFORMED: Checking in Fluorescent Sacrifice Smoke Signals Performance mixed/mastered by Jake Conder CONNEC...

We had our interview with WKYC yesterday and had so much fun we decided to get a little introspective and drop a mini episode to celebrate 6 years of the pod and our 3rd annual LG Live at crobar, which is happening THIS weekend! We really hope to see you there this Saturday - tickets are below! Use code 'LGFAM' to get $5 off your pre-sale ticket! LOCLE GROWN LIVE 9/20 @ CROBAR: https://s...

"Hoop with no net? I'm not playin' here."  We literally could not stop laughing with Recess in this episode and literally had to play ourselves off at the end (midwestern goodbye, but make it a podcast). Recess has inspiring stories and heartfelt music that both captivates and makes you FEEL things. Their next single, 'Petal', will be releasing soon, but you can catch...

We get deep with the Wistful Bard himself Ray Flanagan as he shares the lessons and perspectives he’s gained over 11 years as a full-time musician. Ray is deeply woven into Cleveland’s music community. Catch him hosting jam nights every Tuesday at Mercury Music Lounge, or see his collaboration sets the last Monday of the month at The Winchester. His new album "My Mind is Burning Up" drop...

What do you know about Lady Gaga's performance of "Paparazzi" at the 2009 MTV VMA Awards? Annadale, an indie rock band from Akron, joins us to talk about their recent run of live releases, their journey over the past three years, and writing diss tracks for goobers. Huge thanks to Annadale for joining us. Connect with them, checkout their YouTube and be on the lookout for more new m...

We highly recommend checking this one out on YouTube because Da Land Brass Band absolutely lit up AJ Rocco’s during this live recording. They’ve got the spirit of a brass band mixed with a gritty Cleveland sound, and they’re out here asking, the real question: Can you dig it? DLBB is pushing boundaries with their latest EP Unnatural History (stream it everywhere now) and experimenting with new sou...

Michael Weber of The Michael Weber Show drops some of the most beautiful and thought-provoking metaphors we’ve ever heard in an interview...and we call him Shred Sheeran™ at one point. You can catch The Michael Weber Show live at Rock the Block in South Euclid on 8/23/25 (and we’ll be there with our own booth)! The event is FREE and the lineup is absolutely stacked. Michael also treated us to fres...

We made some core memories with Youngstown's own Ohayo during this episode. Also, filing a formal complaint with Rock & Roll City Studios for not selling fresh focaccia bread here. After two years in the making, Ohayo is finally dropping their full-length album "Now and Later", and it's coming out just weeks after this episode airs. Keep your ears on these guys as they make...

We’re heading into our 3rd year at Everwild Music Festival, and as always, its with the best company. For this special episode, we linked up again with James and Rex from Tropidelic and invited a new friend to the party, Makayla, host of Rocksteady on 88.3FM The Sting (where LoCLE Grown got its start!). The first half takes place in our studio as we dive into Makayla’s love for reggae and ska musi...

Today, we linked up with Girl Cologne to discuss what being a young, queer, punk rock band is like in the Cleveland scene and beyond, and, much more importantly, got to the bottom of what Girl Cologne would smell like. Follow Girl Cologne if you know what's good for ya, and check out their latest song, a killer cover of Nirvana's "Blew" that has gained tons of attention recentl...

Alonzo from Fox Ears is back to catch us up on what the band’s been cooking since our first chat 2 years ago, including a new album that kicks off a whole new era of Fox Ears. Also… we accidentally learned about an AI band?? Stick around for their latest track “The Little Things”, follow Fox Ears, and go see them live if you know what’s good for you. CONNECT WITH FOX EARS: https://foxearsmusic.com...

Lil Bird landed at LG Studios (here at Rock and Roll City Studios) to talk about her spontaneous move to Cleveland, working with local legends, and her experience working at MGK's coffee shop, 27 Club. ( Not heard: About 15 minutes of just talking about birds, you can thank us later.) Thank you, LB, for sharing your stories and having such a calming presence that translated so perfectly into...

Heyyyy LG fam! We hijacked our own show this week for a little mid-year check-in to share some exciting updates and take a look at the amazing events we’re part of this summer. Tap in to hear what’s coming up, and hit the links below to learn more about what we cover today! CHECK OUT THESE UPCOMING EVENTS: Be Happy Block Party 7/19: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/be-happy-block-party-2025-ft-domani-...

An Ohioans-only mansion party in Beverly Hills? Say less. After making the brave drive up I-71 from Columbus, Yacobucci pulled up to the LG Stu to share his journey through music, his work with the Columbus Crew, and learning some Spanish to collaborate with Venezuelan artist YUNG LOVER. Check out Yacobucci’s music on all platforms, and stick around until the end of this episode for the live debut...

“When the music hits, you feel no pain” - Bob Marley” - Dylan from Sea of Ghosts Back when we were still a radio show, we interviewed Justin about his solo project, Evergreen Hotel. Now, he’s back—this time as part of Sea of Ghosts , a powerhouse trio with two other insanely talented musicians. Their wide range of influences might be the most eclectic we've ever seen, and we were stoked to fe...