Discovering Great Music. Sharing Great Stories.
CLE Radio is an independent online radio station and digital music publication dedicated to bringing listeners closer to the artists, songs, and stories shaping today’s music landscape.
Based in Northeast Ohio, we celebrate Cleveland’s rich musical heritage while introducing audiences to established performers, rising stars, and outstanding independent artists from around the world. Our goal is simple: help music fans discover their next favorite song.
Whether it’s breaking music news, in-depth artist features, concert coverage, album reviews, or exclusive interviews, CLE Radio delivers fresh, original content every day.
What We Do
CLE Radio combines great music with engaging editorial coverage to create a destination for music fans who want more than just another playlist.
Our coverage includes:
- Music News
- Artist Interviews
- Concert & Festival Coverage
- Album & Single Reviews
- Music Industry News
- Independent Artist Spotlights
- Cleveland Music & Entertainment
- Pop Culture Features
- Lifestyle Stories Connected to Music
Our original Rhythm & News series explores the people, trends, and stories influencing music today while introducing listeners to artists they may not discover anywhere else.
Supporting Independent Music
Some of today’s biggest artists began as independent musicians.
CLE Radio proudly features new music from independent artists around the globe, providing a platform where emerging talent can be heard alongside established performers. Through regular airplay, editorial features, interviews, and special programs like our Open Mic Contest, we’re committed to helping great music find new audiences.
Concert & Event Coverage
Live music is at the heart of what we do.
CLE Radio covers concerts, festivals, album release events, and music-related happenings throughout Cleveland and Northeast Ohio, while also featuring national music news and major touring artists.
Our editorial coverage may include:
- Concert Reviews
- Event Photography
- Artist Interviews
- Festival Highlights
- Music Industry Events
- Community Music Festivals
Rhythm & News
Rhythm & News is CLE Radio’s signature music and entertainment program featuring original stories covering:
- Music History
- Artist Profiles
- Breaking Music News
- Entertainment Headlines
- Music Technology
- Industry Trends
- Independent Artist Features
New episodes and articles are published regularly, giving listeners and readers fresh content throughout the week.
Our Mission
We believe great music deserves to be discovered.
Our mission is to connect listeners with exceptional music while providing thoughtful, accurate, and entertaining coverage of the artists and events that shape today’s music culture.
Whether you’re a lifelong music fan or searching for your next favorite artist, CLE Radio is here to help you discover something worth listening to.
Media & Press
CLE Radio welcomes opportunities to cover concerts, festivals, artist appearances, album releases, and music industry events.
Editorial coverage may include:
- Event previews
- Concert reviews
- Artist interviews
- Festival coverage
- Feature articles
- Photography (where permitted)
- Podcast coverage
- Social media promotion
For press inquiries, interview requests, or media credential information, please contact our editorial team.
Discover New Music. Celebrate Great Artists. Experience the Soundtrack of Today.
CLE Radio — Where Music Comes First.