KVAA Concerts at The Woodward is a series of local and regional concerts presented by KVAA at the historic Woodward Opera House, showcasing exceptional talent from the Kokosing River Valley, Central Ohio and throughout the Midwest.

This concert brings together two dynamic blues acts for an evening filled with soulful vocals, powerful musicianship and blues, rock, funk and soul influences.

Frank Boyd Jr. & the Bona-Fide Truth
Originally from Brownsville, Tennessee, Frank Boyd Jr. has called Mansfield, Ohio, home for more than 30 years. The son of a blues musician, Boyd discovered his passion for the genre at a young age while listening to artists such as Muddy Waters and Howlin’ Wolf alongside his father. After years of performing secular music and sharing the stage with some of the greats, Boyd found a deeper calling in ministry. Today, he combines his musical talents and passion for helping others to create a performance rooted in faith, soul and the blues.

Cryin’ Out Loud
Cryin’ Out Loud is a dynamic blues-rock and funk band known for inventive arrangements and a willingness to take on songs other bands might avoid. Founded by Robert Shipley on keyboards and Bob Stulka on bass, the group features powerful vocals and guitar from Eric Barkdull and Dave Wilkes, drums from McCray Martin, keyboards from Shipley and soaring saxophone from Eric Snyder.

Known for creative mashups, clever transitions and intricate arrangements, Cryin’ Out Loud blends blues, rock, funk and soul into an energetic and unexpected live experience. The band also performs original compositions that showcase the distinctive sound and musicianship of its members.

Experience an unforgettable night of blues, soul and live music in the historic Woodward Opera House.