LoveMuffinPalooza 2023

A fundraiser for the Gathering Place, a cancer support center with locations in Beachwood and Westlake, LoveMuffinPalooza returns to the Bop Stop today. The event was started in 2008 when Love Muffin label owner Adam Rich wanted to do his own version of Undercurrents, the popular yearly music showcase in the '80s and '90s. The Gathering Place became involved in 2012 when Rich wanted to reach out to a cancer charity after the passing of his cousin from cancer. He added a nightly raffle and got several local businesses to donate prizes. Over the years, bands also started donating their pay. In 2018, it became full-blown benefit concert. Doors are at 4 p.m., and the music begins at 5. The 2023 lineup includes Mallory SanMarco, Spirit of 74, Cary Mathews, Flowers Love Being Kurt and Shake Ground. The emcee will be Undercurrents organizer John Latimer. LoveMuffinPalooza will also be streamed live.