Abstract Sounds Tickets

Abstract Sounds is a horn-driven alternative jazz fusion band based in Cleveland, Ohio. Formed in 2021 by Jevaughn Bogard, the group fuses jazz with funk, R&B, and dance-oriented rhythms to create a lively, high-energy live experience. Core members include Frank Walton on trumpet, Ashton Thomas on drums, and Aaron Grayer on bass, with a flexible 6–7 piece lineup that expands for festival stages and club gigs alike. The band has quickly become a staple on the Midwest scene, delivering tight horn arrangements, infectious grooves, and memorable improvisations.

Beyond the local scene, Abstract Sounds has earned national recognition for contributing horns to Beyoncé’s NFL Christmas Day halftime show (2024), highlighting their versatility and professionalism in high-profile settings. They regularly perform at prominent festivals and venues such as Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival, Coventry Arts Festival, Fresh Fest, and Whitehall Juneteenth, drawing fans who crave a fresh take on jazz-informed party music.

Whether you’re new to the sound or a long-time admirer, Secure your seats for their upcoming shows and experience the energy of Abstract Sounds live. We’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward ticket access to the band’s 2025 tour stops across Ohio, Pennsylvania, and beyond.

Abstract Sounds continues to push the boundaries of jazz by embracing funk-inflected grooves, danceable rhythms, and horn-driven melodies. The band’s discography to date includes four singles released from 2023 to 2025, with notable collaborations such as Atychiphobia (The Fear of Failure) featuring Dan Wilson (2025) and Ohio Nights featuring ButtonMasher (2023). Their latest releases showcase a fearless approach to arrangement and storytelling, grounded in Cleveland’s vibrant musical community.

Upcoming 2025 tour stops include BLU Jazz+ in Akron, BOP STOP at The Music Settlement in Cleveland, Kingfly Spirits in Pittsburgh, ICON Jazz Lounge in Columbus, and a multi-venue Hingetown Jazz Festival appearance that ties together Cleveland’s best jazz venues like BOP STOP, Jukebox, and Saucy Brew Works. If you’re near any of these cities, this is your chance to catch Abstract Sounds live.

• Feb 13, 2025 — BLU Jazz+, Akron, OH
• Mar 21, 2025 — BOP STOP, The Music Settlement, Cleveland, OH
• May 10, 2025 — Abstract Sounds at Kingfly Spirits, Pittsburgh, PA
• Aug 24, 2025 — ICON Jazz Lounge, Columbus, OH
• Aug 30, 2025 — Hingetown Jazz Festival (BOP STOP, Jukebox, Saucy Brew Works), Cleveland, OH