Discover 43 rockabilly bands and 50s rock and roll acts available for hire in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. These vintage-inspired performers specialize in the authentic sound of early rock and roll, bringing high-energy entertainment to weddings, parties and corporate events.
All 43 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to Cincinnati. The nearest is based in Chillicothe, 83 miles away.
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Rates for rockabilly bands in Cincinnati currently range from about $300 to $2,700+ for standard performances, with average costs around $600. Pricing depends on band size, performance duration, equipment requirements and travel distance to the venue. Solo rockabilly performers generally offer more budget-friendly options, while full bands with extensive repertoires and professional sound systems command premium rates for their full entertainment packages. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 83 enquiries for Rockabilly Bands at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 5 November 2026.
Johnny and the Headhunters
"There’s more to Johnny Ticktin than meets the eye. Well-versed in the blues, having once served as lead guitar player for the legendary Louisiana Red, the open-minded Ticktin is a sponge, soaking up the subtle six-string nuances and intricacies of a multitude of genres—from surf to classic R&B, swing and even Mambo—on his eighth album with The Headhunters, That’s All I Need. It would feel right at home in any rough-and-tumble roadhouse.
The title is borrowed from a song, covered here in all its dark, swampy glory, off Magic Sam’s 1967 iconic electric blues marvel West Side Soul. Watery, backwoods ripples of Sam’s tremolo guitar style and seductive rhythms meander through Creedence Clearwater Revival’s mysterious kudzu on Johnny & The Headhunters’ version, as Ticktin and company paddle up a lazy river of Bayou groove. Just as fluent in nasty rockabilly, they thrive in the sweltering heat of the 1957 obscurity “Chicken House,” giving it a warm buzz and making it rumble and swagger, while the lascivious, infectious funk of “Body and Fender” – a Doc Pomus/Duke Robillard joint originally built for soul crooner Johnny Adams – shakes all over and ogles the female form. A rousing, boogie-woogie version of Lowell Fulsom’s Chess Records’ hit “Rock ‘Em Dead” is wonderfully shambolic, and Ticktin rides the lightning of the Link Wray instrumental “Ace of Spaces” like a champ, gleefully wheeling through edgy garage-rock riffs with appropriate vim and vigor. What feel he and his band have for this material. There is not the slightest bit of indifference to it anywhere on this record.
Not that they need it, but help arrives in the form of keyboardist Tam Sullivan, who wraps smoky, sensual organ and wraiths of piano around a soulful remake of Bobby “Blue” Bland’s “Lead Me On,” and singer Liz Springer, who joins her brazen vocals to Ticktin’s in the cheeky, but charming, duet “Watch and Chain.” And, with the solid machinery of a good backing band at work behind him, Ticktin can just let loose – witness the slide-guitar fury of their cover of Elmore James’ “Shake Your Money Maker.” For aficionados of tasteful guitar work and music that time shouldn’t have forgotten, this is what you need.
—Peter Lindblad
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Fire and Ice Sax
"Interestingly, this unique saxophonist is able to play a variety of genres. He can charm you with flamenco flames on the saxophone, play blues and jazz for cocktails or go country with the strings. Or dabble in rockabilly and funk."
Mc Junior
"He is the Chris Stapleton of Cape Cod. I love when he does Tennessee Whiskey"
The Vinyl Stripes
"You guys were perfect for our party. I can’t tell you how many people told us how great the band was. You kept everybody dancing until the end. We’ll be seeing you again. Thanks for making our Anniversary party such a memorable event. Joe and Josephine"
Southern Alibi
"They are awesome! That’s all I can say! There music is different not like everyone else around here!"
Danny Memphis - Elvis Impersonator
"I am so glad I reached out and found this performer. Elvis was amazing. By far exceeded my expectations. I want to thank Elvis for making my mom the focus of the night and providing such a detailed and engaging experience. This performance by far was the highlight of the night and everyone had such an amazing time singing and dancing along with the king!!!"
