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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 7 MIN

The Sound of Cincinnati: Hidden Music Legends and Local Creativity

from Light in the City · host Justin Trento & Brittany Brown

Here’s your full updated episode description with everything combined — including the Grass Roots ticket link and the Women of Beecher Place Open Mic event: Episode Description: In this episode, we explore the sound of Cincinnati — the voices, rhythms, stories, and creative energy that shaped this city into a cultural force. From influential Black artists and music legacies to local stages, community spaces, and the power of performance, this episode is about more than entertainment — it’s about identity, history, and belonging. We celebrate Cincinnati’s creative roots, honor the artists who helped build its sound, and highlight how music, theater, and culture continue to shape the city today. This episode also features community arts moments, encouragement for creatives, and real talk about why Cincinnati matters in the national arts conversation. 🎭 Special Feature:Hear a message from Terry L. Chappell II, writer and director of the stage play Grass Roots, presented by Enlightened Studios. 🎟️ Tickets for Grass Roots:📅 February 27 – March 8📍 Artsville Theatre, Cincinnati, Ohio🎟️ Get tickets here:https://www.tickettailor.com/.../enlightenedstudi.../1963250 🎤 Free Community Arts Event:The Women of Beecher Place – Open Mic Night📅 Thursday, February 19🕠 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM📍 Harriet Beecher Stowe House2950 Gilbert AvenueCincinnati, OH 45206 A free, open mic night celebrating women’s voices, creativity, storytelling, and artistic expression in a historic cultural space. Open to the public and perfect for lovers of spoken word, music, poetry, and community arts. 🎟️ Event Link:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-of-beecher-place-open-mic-february-tickets-1977415290364?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl This podcast is presented by Enlightened Studios — a platform for creativity, culture, community, and stories that deserve to be heard.

Here’s your full updated episode description with everything combined — including the Grass Roots ticket link and the Women of Beecher Place Open Mic event: Episode Description: In this episode, we explore the sound of Cincinnati — the voices, rhythms, stories, and creative energy that shaped this city into a cultural force. From influential Black artists and music legacies to local stages, community spaces, and the power of performance, this episode is about more than entertainment — it’s about identity, history, and belonging. We celebrate Cincinnati’s creative roots, honor the artists who helped build its sound, and highlight how music, theater, and culture continue to shape the city today. This episode also features community arts moments, encouragement for creatives, and real talk about why Cincinnati matters in the national arts conversation. 🎭 Special Feature:Hear a message from Terry L. Chappell II, writer and director of the stage play Grass Roots, presented by Enlightened Studios. 🎟️ Tickets for Grass Roots:📅 February 27 – March 8📍 Artsville Theatre, Cincinnati, Ohio🎟️ Get tickets here:https://www.tickettailor.com/.../enlightenedstudi.../1963250 🎤 Free Community Arts Event:The Women of Beecher Place – Open Mic Night📅 Thursday, February 19🕠 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM📍 Harriet Beecher Stowe House2950 Gilbert AvenueCincinnati, OH 45206 A free, open mic night celebrating women’s voices, creativity, storytelling, and artistic expression in a historic cultural space. Open to the public and perfect for lovers of spoken word, music, poetry, and community arts. 🎟️ Event Link:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-of-beecher-place-open-mic-february-tickets-1977415290364?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl This podcast is presented by Enlightened Studios — a platform for creativity, culture, community, and stories that deserve to be heard.

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