Hi gang,
The Cleveland music community lost one of its own early yesterday morning. Backstreet Blues Band drummer Bubba Ruscin passed away suddenly just before 1:00am Saturday morning. In addition to being an awesome drummer, Bubba was one of the kindest, most humble souls you’d ever meet. My deepest condolences go out to Bubba’s family, bandmates and friends. Godspeed on your journey home Bubba. Heaven just gained one hell of a drummer. :c(
Here’s what’s coming up…
Wednesday, June 26 – Backstage Bar Jam Night! (17001 Lorain Rd., Cleveland, 8pm-11pm) I’ll be joining GS Harper, Drew Doman and Jim Bacha in the host band. We’ll play a few tunes to get things started, then it’s your turn! Full pro sound and lights by Audio 1! Come hang with us!
Thursday, June 27 – Columbia Homecoming Festival Jam Session! (Columbia Park, 8pm-11pm) I’ll be running the Columbia Homecoming Jam Session at the park from 8-11pm. Full backline is provided! C’mon out and show us what ya got!
Thursday, July 11 – Cuyahoga Slim at Broadview Heights Home Days! (Location TBA 6:30pm-8:30pm) Join GS Harper, Joshua Donato and me as we play your favorite classic country tunes with a little bit of blues and rock ‘n roll thrown in for good measure! More information on location as we get it, so stay tuned!
Saturday, July 13 – Cuyahoga Slim at Fairview Tavern! (21867 Lorain Rd., Fairview Park, 8pm-11pm) Join GS Harper, Joshua Donato and me as we play your favorite classic country tunes with a little bit of blues and rock ‘n roll thrown in for good measure! Plus, the Fairview Tavern features an amazing $12 strip steak dinner on Saturday nights along with a great menu that includes one of the best pizzas in town! GET THERE and let’s party! Reservations are highly recommended. To make yours, call (440) 799-4200.
Friday, July 26 – Prime Numbers Trio (Dwayne, Caryn and Mike) at The Blue Turtle Tavern (29352 Lorain Rd., N. Olmsted, 440-360-7700, 6pm-9pm) C’mon out and help us rock the house during the Turtle’s Happy Hour while we play your favorite tunes. You can even sing along! It’s that kinda party!
Friday, August 16 – Cuyahoga Slim at Fairview Tavern! (21867 Lorain Rd., Fairview Park, 8pm-11pm) Join GS Harper, Joshua Donato and me as we play your favorite classic country tunes with a little bit of blues and rock ‘n roll thrown in for good measure! Plus, the Fairview Tavern features a great menu that includes one of the best pizzas in town! GET THERE and let’s party! Reservations are highly recommended. To make yours, call (440) 799-4200.
Friday, September 6 – Prime Numbers Trio (Dwayne, Caryn and Mike) at The Blue Turtle Tavern (29352 Lorain Rd., N. Olmsted, 440-360-7700, 6pm-9pm) C’mon out and help us rock the house during the Turtle’s Happy Hour while we play your favorite tunes. You can even sing along! It’s that kinda party!
Saturday, September 7 – Cuyahoga Slim at Fairview Tavern! (21867 Lorain Rd., Fairview Park, 8pm-11pm) Join GS Harper, Joshua Donato and me as we play your favorite classic country tunes with a little bit of blues and rock ‘n roll thrown in for good measure! Plus, the Fairview Tavern features an amazing $12 strip steak dinner on Saturday nights along with a great menu that includes one of the best pizzas in town! GET THERE and let’s party! Reservations are highly recommended. To make yours, call (440) 799-4200.
That’s all for now. We’ll talk soon!
Mike :c)