Madison Theater (technically in Kentucky, but only a few minutes from Cincinnati)
Scarlet and Gray Cafe (614) 291-2347
I currently live in this town, and if you can get a gig at these places, it's definitely worth it. It's a small college town, but you're guaranteed a crowd Thursdays-Saturdays, and the money is great for the size of the places you play. A warning, it's very hard to get a gig here as an original solo musician. I haven't had any luck doing it yet, and I know I could draw a crowd of well over 100 people just to see me perform here.
Balcony (513) 523-8641
Stadium (513) 523-4661
The Varsity (513) 523-0018
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