Leo's Casino

In Cleveland, the name Leo’s Casino carries history. The original club, open in the 1960s and 70s, was a central stop on the Chitlin’ Circuit, hosting artists like James Brown, Aretha Franklin, and The Supremes. Today, Leo’s Casino lives on as a Cleveland-based band and project dedicated to that legacy—revisiting the funk, soul, and R&B that once filled the room at East 75th and Euclid. Their work connects present-day audiences to a specific chapter of the city’s musical past, where touring acts and local players shared the same stage.

At The Sixty6, expect a set built around that repertoire. The band draws from classic soul and funk songbooks, with arrangements shaped for a live band setting—rhythm section forward, horns when possible, and vocals that stay close to the phrasing of the era. The performance moves between danceable grooves and mid-tempo selections, reflecting the range that defined the original venue. It’s music that invites recognition while also placing it back in a Cleveland context.

Free admission, no tickets required.

Support local artists with a tax-deductible donation to The Sixty6’s performer fund through The Cleveland Foundation.