Adore After Dark is an alternative rock band based in Bowling Green, Ohio.  Formed in 2024, the band consists of: guitarist Skylar Ju, drummer Nathan Harsa, bassist Andrew Garcia, singer Aralyn Plantz.  They have a show at Frankie’s in Toledo, Ohio on Friday, March 20. They are hoping to release a single soon. Top 5 Andrew’s Top 5 Songs 1. “Brighter” Paramore 2. “War All The Time” Thursday 3. “Seven Years” Saosin 4. “Kill Me” Hayley Williams 5. “Early Sunsets Over Monroeville” My Chemical Romance Aralyn’s Top 5 Songs 1. “Shy” Renee Rapp 2. “Hallelujah” Paramore 3. “Stuck In Time” Where’s Jai 4. “Bad Idea Right?” Olivia Rodrigo 5. “Eyelashes” Tori Kelly Connect With Adore After Dark https://www.facebook.com/61581769272968/ https://www.instagram.com/adoreafterdark/ https://m.youtube.com/@adoreafterdarkband https://www.tiktok.com/@adoreafterdark

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  Singer-songwriter, guitarist Mark Mercy resides in the Columbus, Ohio area and is a blues-rock musician who frequently performs throughout the region. Mercy, whose first concert was AC/DC’s Rock ‘N Roll Train Tour at Schottenstein Center in Columbus when he was 10, is currently writing his debut EP, which will be self-titled. “It is about my life, and the state of the world as well. I believe the ultimate form of success is to give the gift upon which one has received. And music saved my life, so I’d like to pay it forward.“ Mercy is an advocate and strong supporter of The Make-A-Wish Foundation. “I would like to break Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s Make-A-Wish Foundation donation record someday—due to having met John Cena’s Make-A-Wish kid in 2013 on World Wish Day, through a charity music festival. Having seen the impact on that child, who was only 7 and had leukemia, had a profound impact on me at the age of 14, and at that moment I knew I wanted to be involved.” Mercy has upcomi...

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Kissing Lilith is an alt-metal band from Cleveland, Ohio, blending raw emotion with powerful messages of hope.  Formed by vocalist Gavin Kerr and guitarist Cody Miller in 2023, the band is driven by authenticity and a love of music.  They create art that explores life's darkest moments, while offering light and strength through every note.  Their sound is an expressive fusion of hard-hitting riffs, melodic hooks, and deeply personal lyrics; designed to connect with listeners navigating their own struggles, to remind them they aren't alone.  With only three songs currently released, Kissing Lilith is already building a dedicated fanbase, drawing in listeners with their relatable, heartfelt music.  Each song is a testament to their commitment to quality and staying true to themselves as artists.  Beyond the music, Kissing Lilith is focused on creating a community where fans can share the journey and find solace in the band's uplifting message—join the journey...