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Leo
Forming in 2001, Leo has a powerful sound that has caught on quickly. In their first few years, they have had the fortune of opening for national acts like Hoobastank, Dave Navarro, The Calling, Greenwheel, Tantric, American Hi-Fi, Puddle of Mudd, Eve 6, Flickerstick, Jimmy Eat World, and Revis, winning over droves of new fans during each appearance.

Frontman Ian Eddy credits the early success to a large amount of regional touring and word-of-mouth, saying that fans and fellow musicians have created an amazing grassroots following for the band. Leo has gained an upstanding reputation for their energetic live shows and beautiful music.

Leo's sound can be described as heavy, yet melodic. Think Ours, with hints of Jeff Buckley, Muse, Remy Zero, and Radiohead. They incorporate crushing guitar riffs with angelic vocals, creating music that fans describe as "emotional, addicting, and inspiring."

In the four years before forming Leo, Eddy, Brandon Lozano, Daniel Griffith, and Chad Szeliga had toured individually with Cleveland-based Cows in the Graveyard, Starfire Common Wealth, Tender Blindspot, and The Champion Bubblers.

Leo can be heard on Cleveland's 92.3, 88.7, 91.1, as well as ClevelandHits.com, WDUBradio.com, and Cornerband.com. They are also the Budweiser True Music sponsored band in their region.

In 2004, Leo finished demo work with well-known producer Malcolm Springer (Greenwheel, Full Devil Jacket, Mesh, Mile, Spike 1000, Liquid Gang) and are currently working on their first full-length independent release.

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