Here are our critics' choices for the best upcoming live music shows in the Dayton, Ohio, area. We scour venues including night clubs, bars, taverns and arenas to find the best musicians in rock, pop, jazz and country music.

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Mad Hatter Day is a day to do and say things that are usually considered absurd, but actually are very logical; and to avoid things that are considered normal, but are actually quite ludicrous. Kinda confusing, so today it should make perfect sense. Celebrate this mad holiday by doing…pretty much whatever you want. Things to do »
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Comedian Rich Vos plans to give Flavor Flav a run for his money. Or maybe just his mailman. The comedian, who is busy trying to come up with the perfect TV pilot that would best something as exciting as "Sleep with Flavor Flav's Mailman," is ready to make his debut on the comedy stage in Dayton. Vos will perform at Wiley's Comedy Nightclub Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 9-12. More »
Tell me if you've seen this one — Michael Cera plays a slightly awkward, heartbroken young guy amidst a bunch of drunken partygoers … antics ensue. Although the plot doesn't stray too far from Superbad, this comedy about one hilarious, sleepless night of adventure in a world of mix tapes, and loud, live music should be worth a few laughs at Cera's expense.More »
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Whether you're looking for a new spot for a date, a night out with the girls or whatever, The Melting Pot offers delicious fondue fun for everyone at its first area location in Washington Twp. The Melting Pot's fondue dining concept is certainly distinctive. Here, the diners are the chefs. For chocolate enthusiasts — and my sense is, there are many of you — dessert here is a gooey slice of heaven. More »
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A clip by Darrick Patrick of Brian Lewis getting punched in the face in a bathroom in Dayton Ohio