Joe Tomino & Mike Sopko

Experience an electrifying evening of genre-defying music with Joe Tomino and Mike Sopko, two Cleveland natives that met in 2014.  They are innovative and accomplished musicians known for their boundary-pushing collaborations in projects like Yellowstone Apocalypse, and Togishi. This duo brings a fusion of sludge metal, avant-electro-acoustic, jazz, and rock to the stage.

Mike Sopko, a Cleveland native and Downbeat Magazine Editor’s Pick, has led numerous creative projects since 2003, including MCR, Cascading Liquid Rainbows, and The Golden Measure. His guitar work is both technically masterful and emotionally resonant, blending experimental tones with deep musicality. Sopko continues to record and tour nationally, captivating audiences with his fearless approach to sound.

Joe Tomino grew up immersed in Cleveland’s diverse music scene, playing everything from jazz and punk to reggae and electronic. A graduate of the New England Conservatory, Tomino’s career has taken him from NYC to international stages, performing with legends like The Fugees, Lady Gaga, Matisyahu, and Mike Patton. As co-founder of Dub Trio, he’s played major festivals like Coachella and Lollapalooza, and appeared on shows including The Tonight Show, Letterman, and Kimmel.

Together, Tomino and Sopko create a sonic experience that’s raw, immersive, and unforgettable.

Free admission, no tickets required.

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