Bent String Tickets

Bent String is an Ohio-based performer known for a warm, living-room guitar vibe that blends early jazz, acoustic blues, and roots country with original material. Often described as a jazz-age swing project, Bent String brings a intimate, performer-centered sound to stages across Northeast Ohio. With ties to the region’s blues and jazz communities, Bent String delivers nuanced performances that feel both nostalgic and fresh.

As a project led by skilled musicians recognized in the regional scene, Bent String emphasizes understated storytelling, tasteful improvisation, and melodies that invite sway and foot-tapping. This page highlights the artist’s biography, notable discography, and a growing slate of live appearances that make it easy to secure your seats for upcoming shows.

Whether you’re a longtime fan of the country blues tradition or curious about a modern take on swing-era jazz, Bent String offers approachable, engaging performances you can trust to be worth your time. We’ve got you covered for reliable ticket access and up-to-date show information.

Key collaborators and recognitions anchor Bent String in the broader roots scene. Kevin T. Richards is noted as an Ohio Arts Council Master Musician in the Country Blues style, while Ray DeForest is a Cleveland Blues Hall of Fame member. These associations underscore the craft and local artistry behind Bent String’s sound.

To stay in the loop, follow the official channels and check the performance calendar on bentstringmusic.com. When you’re ready to see Bent String live, we’ve got you covered with straightforward, no-fuss ticket access for each show on the route through Memorial Monday at Fort Huntington Park, TRI-C Jazz Fest, Larchmere Porchfest, and other summer/fall appearances in Northeast Ohio.

Official social links and the artist’s website are provided for direct, trustworthy updates and bookings: Bent String Official Site, Kari Ann Rutushin on Facebook.