Hank B Free

Northeast, OH

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Performing all the songs you know and love

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Where Hank is playing

Upcoming shows with venue, address, and directions. To book: use hankbfree.com/book for a private show or venue inquiry, or email hankbfree@yahoo.com / call/text (440) 289-0455 with your date, venue or address, event type, and preferred set length. The website schedule only shows where Hank is already playing — confirmed bookings are by reply.

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Upcoming shows

  • TodayMon, Oct 19

  • October 2026

    Sat, Oct 24

    6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

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    TBK Tavern, Mentor

    7850 Mentor Ave Ste 200B, Mentor, OH 44060

  • November 2026

    Fri, Nov 13

    6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

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    The Peter Allen Inn

    8581 Williamsfield Kinsman Rd, Kinsman, OH 44428

  • December 2026

    Fri, Dec 18

    2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

    Private event

Hank Kelm with guitar in Novelty, Ohio

Freedom in every set

Photo by Hank Kelm

About Hank

One man.
Full band energy.

Hank B Free is a solo one-man-band guitarist and vocalist based in Northeast, OH. He covers over 7 decades of country, pop, and classic rock artists — from Jimmy Buffett to Neil Diamond — for wineries, restaurants, private parties, festivals, and more across Northeast Ohio.

Every review is 5/5 stars — praised for communication, professionalism, reliability, setup, music variety, crowd reaction, flexibility, and value.

  • Wineries & outdoor patios
  • Restaurants & pubs
  • Private parties & birthdays
  • Weddings & graduations
  • Country clubs & senior events
  • Festivals, fairs & corporate picnics

Full bio and one-man-band vs DJ comparison: About Hank B Free. Venue bookers: grab ready-to-use promo copy, browse the song list, or see where Hank plays in Northeast Ohio.

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Catch Hank live — crowd energy, song variety, and a professional setup that turns any patio or party into a night to remember.

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Built for the room

Clients highlight stellar communication, punctuality, professional high-quality sound, flexibility with requests, and a vast song list that works for every crowd. High energy, encores, and worry-free live music.

Hank is live guitar and vocals — Compared with a full band, he delivers high energy with a smaller footprint and simpler load-in, suited to patios, parties, and venues that want crowd connection without a multi-piece stage plot.

To book: use hankbfree.com/book for a private show or venue inquiry, or email hankbfree@yahoo.com / call/text (440) 289-0455 with your date, venue or address, event type, and preferred set length. The website schedule only shows where Hank is already playing — confirmed bookings are by reply.

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Complete song list

Hank B Free (Hank Kelm) covers the following songs live. Guests may text requests to (440) 289-0455 when they fit the set.

  1. 1979 — Smashing Pumpkins (1996) [’90s rock]
  2. 3AM — Matchbox Twenty (1996) [Pop favorites]
  3. 9 to 5 — Dolly Parton (1980) [Country]
  4. Achy Breaky Heart — Billy Ray Cyrus (1992) [Country]
  5. Ain't Even Done With The Night — John Mellencamp (1980) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  6. All For You — Sister Hazel (1997) [’90s rock]
  7. Amarillo By Morning — George Strait (1982) [Country]
  8. Amen For Women — Music Travel Love (2021) [Crowd favorites & pop classics]
  9. America The Beautiful — Misc Traditional [Crowd favorites & pop classics]
  10. American Girl — Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers (1976) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  11. Angel Eyes — Love and Theft (2009) [Country]
  12. Any Way You Want It — Journey (1980) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  13. Anywhere With You — Jake Owen (2012) [Country]
  14. As Good As I Once Was — Toby Keith (2005) [Country]
  15. Bad, Bad Leroy Brown — Jim Croce (1973) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  16. Barefoot Blue Jean Night — Jake Owen (2011) [Country]
  17. Beer For My Horses — Toby Keith (2002) [Country]
  18. Beer In Mexico — Kenny Chesney (2007) [Country]
  19. Beer Never Broke My Heart — Luke Combs (2019) [Country]
  20. Body Like A Back Road — Sam Hunt (2017) [Country]
  21. Brandy (You're A Fine Girl) — Looking Glass (1972) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  22. Brown Eyed Girl — Van Morrison (1967) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  23. Buy Me A Boat — Chris Janson (2015) [Country]
  24. Can't Help Falling In Love — Elvis Presley (1961) [Crowd favorites & pop classics]
  25. Changes In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes — Jimmy Buffett (1977) [Beach and island]
  26. Cheeseburger In Paradise — Jimmy Buffett (1978) [Beach and island]
  27. Chicken Fried — Zac Brown Band (2008) [Beach and island]
  28. Choosin' Texas — Ella Langley (2024) [Country]
  29. Come Monday — Jimmy Buffett (1974) [Beach and island]
  30. Country Roads Medley — John Denver (1971) [Country]
  31. Dancing In The Dark — Bruce Springsteen (1984) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  32. Don't Stop Believin' — Journey (1981) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  33. Down On The Corner — Creedence Clearwater Revival (1969) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  34. Down To The Honkytonk — Jake Owen (2018) [Country]
  35. Drift Away — Dobie Gray (1973) [Standards - soul]
  36. Drink In My Hand — Eric Church (2011) [Country]
  37. Drops Of Jupiter — Train (2001) [Pop favorites]
  38. Family Tradition — Hank Williams (1979) [Country]
  39. Feathered Indians — Tyler Childers (2019) [Country]
  40. Fly Me To The Moon — Frank Sinatra (1964) [Crowd favorites & pop classics]
  41. Folsom Prison Blues — Johnny Cash (1955) [Country]
  42. Free — Zac Brown Band (2010) [Beach and island]
  43. Free Fallin' — Tom Petty (1989) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  44. Friends In Low Places — Garth Brooks (1990) [Country]
  45. Fun, Fun, Fun — Beach Boys (1964) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  46. Get Along — Kenny Chesney (2018) [Country]
  47. Happy Birthday — Misc Traditional [Crowd favorites & pop classics]
  48. Have You Ever Seen The Rain — Creedence Clearwater Revival (1970) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  49. Here Comes The Sun — Beatles (1969) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  50. Hey Good Lookin' — Hank Williams (1951) [Country]
  51. Hey Soul Sister — Train (2009) [Pop favorites]
  52. Higher — Creed (1999) [’90s rock]
  53. Hokey Pokey — Misc Children [Kids & sing-alongs]
  54. Honey Bee — Blake Shelton (2011) [Country]
  55. Honky Tonk Women — Rolling Stones (1969) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  56. Hungry Heart — Bruce Springsteen (1980) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  57. I Got You (I Feel Good) — James Brown (1965) [Standards - soul]
  58. I Love This Bar — Toby Keith (2003) [Country]
  59. I Melt With You — Modern English (1982) [Pop favorites]
  60. I Won't Back Down — Tom Petty (1989) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  61. If You're Happy And You Know It — Misc Children [Kids & sing-alongs]
  62. Interstate Love Song — Stone Temple Pilots (1994) [’90s rock]
  63. It's Five O'Clock Somewhere — Alan Jackson (2003) [Country]
  64. It's My Life (Acoustic) — Bon Jovi (2000) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  65. Jack & Diane — John Mellencamp (1982) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  66. Jim Beam And Captain Crunch — Tony Walker (2025) [Crowd favorite]
  67. Joy Of My Life — Chris Stapleton (2020) [Country]
  68. King Of The Road — Roger Miller (1965) [Country]
  69. Knee Deep — Zac Brown Band (2010) [Beach and island]
  70. Livin' On A Prayer — Bon Jovi (1986) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  71. Making Memories Of Us — Keith Urban (2005) [Country]
  72. Margaritaville — Jimmy Buffett (1977) [Beach and island]
  73. Mary Jane's Last Dance — Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers (1993) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  74. Me And Bobby McGee — Kris Kristopherson (1971) [Country]
  75. Midnight Rider — Allman Brothers Band (1970) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  76. More Than My Hometown — Morgan Wallen (2020) [Country]
  77. Move It On Over — Hank Williams (1947) [Country]
  78. My Girl — The Temptations (1964) [Standards and soul]
  79. My Life — Billy Joel (1978) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  80. Nothin' But A Good Time — Poison (1988) [’90s rock]
  81. Old Time Rock And Roll — Bob Seger (1978) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  82. On The Road Again — Willie Nelson (1980) [Country]
  83. One Love / People Get Ready — Bob Marley (1977) [Beach and island]
  84. Only In America — Brooks & Dunn (2001) [Country]
  85. Peaceful Easy Feeling — Eagles (1972) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  86. People Are Crazy — Billy Currington (2008) [Country]
  87. Pink Houses — John Mellencamp (1983) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  88. Pretty Good At Drinkin' Beer — Billy Currington (2010) [Country]
  89. Pride And Joy — Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble (1983) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  90. Proud Mary — Creedence Clearwater Revival (1969) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  91. Ramblin' Man — Allman Brothers Band (1973) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  92. Red Dirt Road — Brooks & Dunn (2003) [Country]
  93. Ring Of Fire — Johnny Cash (1963) [Country]
  94. Running On Empty — Jackson Browne (1977) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  95. See Me Now — Luke Combs (2023) [Country]
  96. She Had Me At Heads Carolina — Cole Swindell (2022) [Country]
  97. Shine — Collective Soul (1993) [’90s rock]
  98. Should've Been A Cowboy — Toby Keith (1993) [Country]
  99. Small Town — John Mellencamp (1985) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  100. Somebody Like You — Keith Urban (2002) [Country]
  101. Somebody's Baby — Jackson Browne (1982) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  102. Somewhere Over The Rainbow — Judy Garland (1939) [Crowd favorites & pop classics]
  103. Southern Cross — Crosby, Stills & Nash (1982) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  104. Stand By Me — Ben E. King (1961) [Standards - soul]
  105. Starting Over — Chris Stapleton (2020) [Country]
  106. Summer of '69 — Bryan Adams (1984) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  107. Summertime — Kenny Chesney (2009) [Country]
  108. Surfin' USA — Beach Boys (1963) [Beach and island]
  109. Sweet Caroline — Neil Diamond (1969) [Crowd favorites & pop classics]
  110. Sweet Child O' Mine — Guns N' Roses (1987) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  111. Take A Back Road — Rodney Atkins (2011) [Country]
  112. Take It Easy — Eagles (1972) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  113. Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off — Joe Nichols (2005) [Country]
  114. Tequila Sunrise — Eagles (1973) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  115. That's How Country Boys Roll — Billy Currington (2008) [Country]
  116. The Bare Necessities — The Jungle Book (1967) [Kids & sing-alongs]
  117. The Door — Teddy Swims (2023) [Pop favorites]
  118. The Gambler — Kenny Rogers (1978) [Country]
  119. The Wild Rover — Dubliners [Irish Classic]
  120. Thinking Out Loud — Ed Sheeran (2014) [Pop favorites]
  121. Three Little Birds — Bob Marley (1977) [Beach and island]
  122. Ticket To Ride — Beatles (1965) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  123. Til You Can't — Cody Johnson (2021) [Country]
  124. Times Like These — Foo Fighters (2002) [’90s rock]
  125. Toes — Zac Brown Band (2009) [Beach and island]
  126. Under The Bridge — Red Hot Chili Peppers (1991) [’90s rock]
  127. Up Down — Morgan Wallen (2018) [Country]
  128. Upside Down — Jack Johnson (2006) [Beach and island]
  129. Ventura Highway — America (1972) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  130. Wagon Wheel — Darius Rucker/Old Crow Medicine (2013) [Country]
  131. Wanted Dead Or Alive — Bon Jovi (1986) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  132. We Just Disagree — Dave Mason (1977) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  133. What A Wonderful World This Would Be — Sam Cooke (1967) [Standards and soul]
  134. What I Got — Sublime (1996) [’90s rock]
  135. What's Up — 4 Non Blondes (1992) [Pop favorites]
  136. When It Rains It Pours — Luke Combs (2017) [Country]
  137. When The Sun Goes Down — Kenny Chesney (2004) [Country]
  138. Where The Wild Things Are — Luke Combs (2023) [Country]
  139. Whiskey Glasses — Morgan Wallen (2018) [Country]
  140. You Are My Sunshine — Johnny Cash (1939) [Country]
  141. You May Be Right — Billy Joel (1980) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  142. You Shook Me All Night Long — AC/DC (1980) [Classic rock sing-alongs]
  143. Young — Kenny Chesney (2001) [Country]

Reviews

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Bookers keep coming back — pub/restaurants, wineries, breweries, private parties, country clubs, fairs, and themed events alike. Each review notes what Hank is best for.

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Private

Best for: Great live music!

★★★★★

“Hank was amazing! We got so many compliments at our fall family party on his wide variety of music and how great he sounded! He was professional and easy to work with! Hank even learned a special song for my daughter before the party! We would 100% recommend him to anyone wanting live music at their event! We will be following him to the local venues he plays at as well! Thanks, Hank!”

Maria L.·Private Outdoor Party·September 2026

Private

Best for: Private parties & repeat bookings

★★★★★

“Super professional, fun and an excellent performer. Great personality and keeps the crowd engaged and having a great time. We've seen him at other events and he played our private party. I'd have a hard time hiring anyone else to play live music at this point.”

Marcus D.·Private Party·July 2026

Private

Best for: Guest entertainment & easy coordination

★★★★★

“What a wonderful evening we had with Hank! He is so easy to work with and is an incredible singer that kept our guests entertained! We will definitely be reaching out to him again for future events! Thank you Hank!”

Deb V.·Private Party·June 2026

Venue

Best for: Winery & restaurant patio dining

★★★★★

“Folks, this guy will give you a fun evening. Great music, connects with the crowd and really entertains. You will enjoy his show!”

Frank B.·Punderson Manor Patio·June 2026

Private

Best for: Graduations, weddings & patio parties

★★★★★

“If you need an AMAZING one-man band for an event… Hank was awesome!!! He plays all the things — Jimmy Buffett, Toby Keith, Kenny Chesney, Eagles, etc!!! Grad party, wedding, patio party, etc!! Our son's graduation party had great island vibes thanks to Hank!!!”

Theresa B.·Graduation Party·June 2026

Venue

Best for: Country club events

★★★★★

“Fantastic. Hank was great! He arrived promptly and put on a good show. We received a lot of compliments. Looking forward to having him back.”

Danielle D.·Manager, Columbia Hills Country Club·May 2026

Venue

Best for: Patio dining atmosphere

★★★★★

“This guy is great. He is super talented, and creates an amazing environment.”

John B.·Country Club·May 2026

Private

Best for: Birthdays & high-energy parties

★★★★★

“Arrived fully equipped and in high spirits… Quickly turned the atmosphere positive. Guests tipped generously, requested encores, and received Hank B Free t-shirts. Excellent value (nearly matched fee in tips), prepared, accommodating to requests, looks and sounds great. Second booking this year — will use for many future events. A rock star performer.”

Cindy E.·Birthday Party·April 2026

Venue

Best for: Fairs & festival stages

★★★★★

“Loved the Hank B Free show!”

Craig F.·Canfield Fair — Main Concourse Stage·August 2025

Venue

Best for: Corporate picnics

★★★★★

“Hank was wonderful! He was very professional and his music was outstanding. He was the perfect addition to our picnic.”

Danielle T.·Manager, Corporate Event·August 2025

Private

Best for: Themed outdoor parties

★★★★★

“Hank played at an outdoor going-away party with a cowboy theme. He came and dressed the part and everyone enjoyed listening to him — especially country music. They liked him so much they kept tipping him to play one more song for about 5 songs. Was a great sport and I think he had as much fun as we did. Feel like it was a steal to have him play at our event.”

Cindy S.·Cowboy-themed party·August 2025

Private

Best for: Family celebrations & polished setup

★★★★★

“Hank B Free is an absolute gem. His professionalism and organization are second to none — from the moment he arrived, everything was smooth, timely, and beautifully arranged. The sound equipment was high-quality, and his setup added a touch of elegance that truly elevated the experience. More than just his impeccable logistics, Hank brings warmth and charisma to every interaction. Friendly, approachable, and genuinely passionate about his craft, he played a wonderful array of music that struck the perfect chord with everyone in attendance. If you're looking for a solo guitarist who makes your event not just seamless but unforgettable, Hank B Free is your guy. I would hire him again and again!”

JoAnn·Family Celebration·August 2025

Venue

Best for: Outdoor shows & flexible timing

★★★★★

“Hank was absolutely fantastic! Showed up early, was flexible, and great to communicate with! Would highly recommend.”

Kobe E.·Event Manager, Venue Car Show·June 2025

Private

Best for: Large birthday parties

★★★★★

“Hank is a true professional. From the time I booked him his communication was amazing. I had him provide 4 hours of entertainment at my parents' 70th birthday party. He was prompt, professional, friendly, prepared and most importantly he sounded amazing. I had so many people come up to me praising him and his music. His music selection was vast. I highly recommend Hank for your event. I will hire him again at future events.”

Bill A.·Birthday — Eagles Club, 150 guests·June 2025

Private

Best for: Appealing stage presence and takes requests!

★★★★★

“Hank added the perfect touch of entertainment to our backyard clambake! He is the nicest person and very easy to work with. He has an appealing style & stage presence and plays & sings great! He even take requests! Everyone loved him and we all hope to see him play again. We highly recommend him! Don't hesitate!”

Suzanne S.·Hinckley, OH·Clam Bake·October 2026

Hank B Free · Hank Kelm

Hank B Free is a solo one-man-band guitarist and vocalist in Novelty, OH. He plays live country, classic rock, and pop covers for wineries, restaurants, private parties, weddings, festivals, and events across Northeast Ohio. Book a private show or venue date through the inquiry form on hankbfree.com/book, or email/phone directly. Public show dates list venue name, address, and start/end times on hankbfree.com.

To book: use hankbfree.com/book for a private show or venue inquiry, or email hankbfree@yahoo.com / call/text (440) 289-0455 with your date, venue or address, event type, and preferred set length. The website schedule only shows where Hank is already playing — confirmed bookings are by reply.