# Event Details - **Event Name**: In The Heartland: Michael Stanley Band & John Cougar Tributes w/3 Members of MSB & Jennifer Lee - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: “Flashback to January 1, 1981… Michael Stanley Band + John Cougar & The Zone ringing in the New Year at Richfield Coliseum. Now it’s happening again — In the Heartland at Goodyear Theater on October 3, 2026! A full tribute to the classic Michael Stanley Band lineup with special guest Pet the Cougar (John Cougar Tribute). IN THE HEARTLAND Playing The Music of the Michael Stanley Band Featuring MSB guitarist DANNY POWERS! Hands down the closest thing fans can get to seeing the MICHAEL STANLEY BAND live! IN THE HEARTLAND is more than just a tribute band, it's the ULTIMATE MSB experience taking "tribute band" to the next level. Playing "all the hits you want to hear", IN THE HEARTLAND celebrates Michael Stanley's musical legacy recreated through a full concert band experience playing the songs the way fans remember hearing them during those sold out nights at Blossom Music Center. IN THE HEARTLAND features former member of MSB Danny Powers on Lead Guitar, Eric Brooke on Guitar and Lead Vocals, Johnny Sustar on Keyboards, Bill March on Bass, Michael Scott Nelson on Drums and Mark Rasnick on Sax, and special guest vocalist Jennifer Lee. Watch for “Special Occasion Shows” like THIS ONE ITH also welcomes former members of MSB's bassist Michael Gismondi and guitarist Gary Markasky to the stage, as well as former Resonator Jennifer Lee. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/in-the-heartland-michael-stanley-band-and-john-cougar-tributes-w-3-members-of-msb-and-jennifer-lee/200030363351850 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, live-music, art, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 268 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Akron - **state**: OH - **country**: United States - **location**: The Goodyear Theater - **lat**: 41.066513700596 - **long**: -81.482886609156 - **full address**: The Goodyear Theater, 1207 E Market St, Akron, OH 44305-4017, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: In The Heartland: Michael Stanley Band & John Cougar Tributes w/3 Members of MSB & Jennifer Lee - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/f832350c4bc868987d1601d1b245dbb305d65f2b8d3a5a3c8f119507e6d384b4-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc080808-gmir?v=1788051925 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is In The Heartland: Michael Stanley Band & John Cougar Tributes w/3 Members of MSB & Jennifer Lee being held? - **A:** In The Heartland: Michael Stanley Band & John Cougar Tributes w/3 Members of MSB & Jennifer Lee takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Goodyear Theater, 1207 E Market St, Akron, OH 44305-4017, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing In The Heartland: Michael Stanley Band & John Cougar Tributes w/3 Members of MSB & Jennifer Lee? - **A:** In The Heartland: Michael Stanley Band & John Cougar Tributes w/3 Members of MSB & Jennifer Lee is organized by In The Heartland - The Music of Michael Stanley Band featuring Danny Powers. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at In The Heartland - The Music of Michael Stanley Band featuring Danny Powers's events? - **A:** Attendees have given In The Heartland - The Music of Michael Stanley Band featuring Danny Powers a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. In The Heartland - The Music of Michael Stanley Band featuring Danny Powers has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** In The Heartland: Michael Stanley Band & John Cougar Tributes w/3 Members of MSB & Jennifer Lee is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Akron, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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