Mike Starcher – Drivin' It!

Hi gang!

I missed sending out mail last week, so there’s a lot of ground to cover this week. Beginning on Tuesday August 28 with the Cleveland Music Club Jam at Doc and Louie’s Bar & Grille, we had a blast as usual listening to all of the great music and hanging out. Thanks to pOUT’s Efrain Hernandez, John Kerver, Angelo Ciu, Bob Laeng, Hayden Frosti, Dave Deitke, TJ Plechaty, Ray Flanagan, Eric Potapenko and Jimmy Deamiches (with Five Finger Discount), Jay Smith, Frank Thomas, Larry Ketola, Dennis H. (with Five Finger Discount), Blake Kniola, Jason Neitenbach (with Five Finger Discount), Greg Kern, John Powell, Justin Melcarek, Dan Elliott, Carol Dieball, Eddie Santos, Carl De Scott, Katyana Speckman, Jerry Colosimo, Dale Hartmann, Bob DeVries, Dan and Honeycomb. There were plenty of folks there cheering on our jammers including Marty, Mari, JoAnne, Tom, Lisa, Joe, Amanda, Amanda, Mark, Ami, the Dancing Marilyns and the rest of Doc’s music loving patrons. Thank you all for your continued support of local live music! Thanks to guest hosts Dwayne Dickman and Tony Camerato, to Tracy for all of her hard work each week and thank you Doc for letting us back in the door every Tuesday even though most of us are certifiably insane.

On Wednesday, Shady Drive was off to Wade Oval to back the Soul Men for the last Wade Oval Wednesday concert of the season. What a remarkable evening! It’s estimated there were upwards of 3,000 in attendance and it seemed like they were ALL up and dancing! Thanks to The Soul Men for asking us along! :c)

On Friday, Shady Drive was on the road to Mantua to appear at The Deck. Thanks to Jen and Rachel for stopping by to party with us! :c)

Before I knew it, it was Monday and time for Shady Drive to host the Lube Jam at the Sheffield Quaker Steak and Lube. We had a great time with Amber and Jimmy behind the bar and our jammers Jason Denney, Evan Denney, Clayton Higgins, Dale Bally, E.T. King, Dennis Raymond, Ken Hammer, Jeremy and Savannah Roeder!

Then it was Tuesday and time for another Cleveland Music Club Jam at Doc and Louie’s. Many thanks to Don Lydon, Marc Alu, Jim Stamper, John Powell, Hari, Dan Elliott, Greg Kern, Billy T, Jay Smith, Blake Kniola, Rob Hill, Larry Ketola, Bob Laeng, Craig Hawkens, Wally Marflak, Ira Swartz, Dave MacAskill, Bob DeVries and Norm Tischler for coming out and entertaining us! Thanks also to Dick, Sarah, John B., Jon D., Pam, the Dancing Marilyns and the rest of Doc’s music loving patrons. Big thanks to Dirty Town Guitar and Amps for sponsoring and congrats to prize winners Dan Elliott (Dirty Town gift certificate), Billy T. (Dirty Town T-shirt), Larry Ketola (guitar strings) and Norm Tischler (guitar strings). Thanks also to guest hosts Dwayne Dickman and Tony Camerato for pulling double duty and hosting two weeks in a row. Thank you to Tracy working hard behind the bar and Doc for keeping the electricity on for us! Finally to John, Carol, Katyana, Lisa and Amanda B., we missed you! Jimmy and Jason…you’d better have a note! :c)

On Friday, I was back at Doc and Louie’s with Shady Drive for our regular appearance there. It was great to see Marilyn, Pat, Charlie, Gene, Shelly, Joe, Lisa, Gary, Laura, Joe, Liz, Dawn and the rest of the Doc and Louie’s gang! We had a great time! :c)

Coming up this week, Tuesday marks another episode of the Cleveland Music Club Jam Night at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, 7pm – 11pm). This week is sponsored by Guitar Center of North Olmsted and our guest hosts are Drew Doman and Uncle Steve Smith. Doc’s 1/2 pound burgers are $4.95 (w/fries) and Margaritas are $3 until 9pm. There’s lost of parking at Doc’s in the front and back lost, at O’Reilly’s Auto Parts in the back lot and also their front lot after they’ve closed. It’s always a fun time so come join us!

This Friday, I’ll be joining my friends The King Bees at The Mad Cactus (9175 Pearl Rd., Strongsville, 9pm – 1am). Brant, Mike and the rest of the ‘Bees put on a great show and I’m honored to be sitting in with them for the evening. Hope to see you there!

On Saturday, I’m back with Shady Drive for our monthly appearance at the Fairview Tavern (21867 Lorain Rd., Fairview Park, 9:30pm – 1:30am). Come join us and the Tavern gang for some rockin’ blues, great food, cold beer and just a heck of a good time. :c)

Also, remember to mark your calendars on Tuesday, September 18 for the Cleveland Music Club Anniversary Jam! We’ll be celebrating one year of jam nights at Doc and Louie’s!! There will be prizes, music and fun among other surprises! Please come and join us as we celebrate a year of great music, friends and fun…that YOU were a part of! Hope to see you there!

That’s all for this week. We’ll talk soon…

Mike :c)

Hi gang!

Last week started off with the Cleveland Music Club Jam at Doc and Louie’s on Tuesday night. Thanks to Doc & Tracy, guest hosts G.S. Harper and Erol Sommer, Hayden Frosti, Bob Laeng, Jay Smith, John Kerver, Frankie Aron, Craig Hawkens, Luke Pernici, Alex Strekal, Wally Marflak, Clayton Higgins, Pete Vardous, Katyana Speckman, Mark Trigalet, Charlita, Louis Johnson, Blake Kniola, John Powell, Greg Kern, Hari, Carol Dieball, Dan Elliott, Greg Lapsevich, Ed Santos, Dylan, Cindy, Sammy, Bob, Jimmy, Jason, Amanda, Lisa, Ron, Eileen, Dale, Uncle Peanuts, the Dancing Marilyns and the rest of Doc’s music loving patrons! Thanks also to the night’s sponsor, Sonor Drums. Congrats to prize winners Greg Kern (pedal), Jay Smith (coffee mug), Hayden Frosti (t-shirt) and Dan Elliott (t-shirt)

On Wednesday, Shady Drive was on the road, appearing in Newbury at the Zeppe’s Tavern bike night. The weather was perfect and we had a great time partying with the Zeppe’s gang. Special thanks to Bob and Joanne for stopping by! It was really good to see you both. :c) Thanks also to Joe and Clarissa for having us. We’re back there on January 5, so plan to stop by!

Thursday night found me in the studio as Dana Clarke’s guest on “A Healthy Cleveland”. Dana and I talked quite a lot about the Cleveland Music Club concept, the jam night and also about the lifestyle/diet changes that Erika and I have recently undergone. In addition to the interview, fellow Cleveland Music Club members G.S. Harper and Kevin Fancher joined me in the studio (Thanks guys!) for a few acoustic tunes. It was a great experience and Dana and the crew were absolutely rockin’. We had a remarkably fun time. Thanks Dana for having us on the show!

On Friday, Shady Drive returned to the Parma Tavern to kick the weekend off with the Tavern crowd. Thanks to Marty, Mari, Chris, Wally, Chris, Daryl and Kathy for stopping by to party with us!

Coming up this week…

Tuesday brings another edition of the Cleveland Music Club Jam Night at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, 7pm – 11pm). This week’s guest hosts are Dwayne Dickman and Tony Camerato and the evening is sponsored by Forcefield Entertainment. Doc features his yummy burgers with fries for $4.95. Margaritas are $3 until 9pm. It’s the most fun you can have on a Tuesday night, so bring your instrument of choice and come jam with us! :c)

On Wednesday, Shady Drive will back up the Soul Men as they perform at Wade Oval Wednesdays (10820 East Boulevard, Cleveland, 6pm – 9pm). This show will wind up the year at Wade Oval. The Soul Men are ALWAYS a blast, so don’t miss this one!

Friday finds Shady Drive on the road again, this time in Mantua at The Deck (11697 Route 44, Mantua, 9pm – Midnight). This is our first time at The Deck so come on out and help us rock the house!!

That’s all for this week! We’ll talk soon…

Mike :c)

Hey gang!

It’s been yet another fun-filled week! We kicked it off with the Cleveland Music Club Jam Night at Doc and Louie’s. Thanks to Mike Cottom, Carol Dieball, Greg Kern, John Powell, “Cuda, Renko, Cuda” (Chris Cuda, Steve Renko, Tony Cuda) Dominic Cataldo, Jaime Flores, Brent Lane, Jay Smith, Blake Kniola, Rob Hill, Scott Emerson, Katyana Speckman, Thomas Boone, Louis Johnson, Alex Strekal, Bob Laeng, Luke Pernici, Hayden Frosti, John Kerver and Wally Marflak, Kevin Palm and Dave Poirier for stopping by to jam with us! Congrats to prize winners Steve Renko, Bob Laeng and Jaime Flores. Thanks also to Ron, Steve, Diane, Lisa, Amanda, Jason, The Dancing Marilyns and all of Doc’s music-loving patrons for hanging out with us, Drew Doman and Uncle Steve for co-hosting, Dana Clarke and Guitar Center of North Olmsted for sponsoring, Tracy for keeping us fed and watered with a smile and Doc for providing great place for all of this wonderfulness to happen!

On to Friday, when Shady Drive returned to 42Eighty Food and Drink. Thanks to Jen, Leslie and all of the 42 gang that attended. We had a great time! We were up early the next morning and on our way to Marietta for a private event. “Roostfest” was quite the party! Thanks to Gary, Laura and Dave for having us and for your hospitality!

Coming up this week, Tuesday brings another episode of the Cleveland Music Club Jam Night at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, 7pm – 11pm). Co-hosting with me this week are the one and only G.S. Harper (G.S. Harper Band, Cactus Jack) and Erol Sommer (Images, Bluescasters). Sonor Drums is our sponsor for the evening. Doc’s delicious 1/2 pound burgers (w/fries) are only $4.95 all night. Margaritas are $3 until 9pm. There’s plenty of parking at Doc’s in both the front and rear lots and O’Reilly’s Auto Parts’ rear lot (and their front lot after they close). There’s also never any shortage of good music, good friends, good food and good times at Doc’s on Tuesday nights! Come join us. :c)

Next, on Wednesday, Shady Drive returns to Zeppe’s Tavern & Pizzeria (11110 Kinsman Rd., Newbury, 7pm – 10pm) for their weekly Bike Night. This is our second time at Zeppe’s and if it’s half as much fun as the first, it’ll be off the hook! Their pizza and burgers are delicious, so come join us!

On Thursday at 8pm, tune in to AHealthyCleveland.com. I’ll be host Dana Clarke’s guest for the evening and Cleveland Music Club will perform some acoustic tunes. Should be fun! :c)

Then on Friday, Shady Drive heads back to the Parma Tavern (5680 Broadview Rd., Parma, 10pm – 2am) to rock the house! It’s been a while since we’ve appeared there, so we’re excited to see our old friends and make some new ones. The food is great and the beer is cold, so come on out and kick off your weekend with Shady Drive!

On Saturday, Shady Drive plays a private event.

That’s all for this week! We’ll talk soon…
Mike ;c)

Hey gang!

Last week was extremely busy, beginning with the Cleveland Music Club Jam at Doc and Louie’s on Tuesday night. Thanks to jammers Jay Smith, Bob Laeng, Luke Pernici, John Kerver, TJ Plechaty, Dave Poirier, Wally Marflak, Eroc Sosinski, Louis Johnson, Blake Kniola, “Jerico White” ;cX, Dan Elliott, Carol Dieball, ET King, Katyana Speckman, Dan Hearns, Bob Devries and the band “814” (Greg, Mike and Frank.) Thanks also to all of our jam night “appreciators” including Cathy, Mari, Marty, Jim, Scott, Jason, Amanda, Lisa, Bridget, Dan, Janet, the Dancing Marilyns and the rest of Doc’s music loving patrons. What a fun bunch and some nice dancing! Thanks to guest hosts G.S. Harper and Kevin Fancher and sponsor Dirty Town Guitars and Amps. Congrats to prize winners Jay Smith (strings), John Kerver (polishing cloth and picks), Louis Johnson (gift certificate) and Wally Marflak (tee-shirt). Be sure to keep Dirty Town in mind when you need repairs or gear!!

Next, I was off to the Fairview Tavern with G.S. Harper and Kevin Fancher for Cleveland Music Club’s monthly Wednesday evening appearance there. As always we had a bunch of fun! Thanks to everyone who stopped by! I had a day to catch my breath before I was back at Doc and Louie’s with Cactus Jack on Friday. The dance floor was full of boot scooters all night long as we played 3 sets of country hits. It was great to see Charlie and Pat, the Dancing Marilyns, Bridget, Larry, Joe, Liz, Amanda, Jason and everyone else who came out to join us. Next, it was time to head back to the Fairview Tavern with Shady Drive for a night of blues and rock. Thanks to Al, Denny, Sue and all of you who stopped by to party with us! We had a blast! Finally, Sunday found me on Kelley’s Island filling in with the Burnt River Band at The Casino. Gigging with Stan and Bill is always a great time and Sunday’s gig was no exception. Thanks to everyone who came out and to Stan and Bill for asking me along!

Coming up this week, tonight I’ll be back at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd., N. Olmsted, 7pm-11pm) with co-hosts Drew Doman and Uncle Steve Smith for another edition of the Cleveland Music Club Jam Night. Doc’s Tuesday night features are his fabulous burgers with fries for $4.95 and $3 margaritas (margaritas until 9pm). The evening’s festivities are sponsored this week by Guitar Center of N. Olmsted. Come join us for an evening of good music, good food, good friends, prizes and fun! It’s the most fun you can have on a Tuesday night. ;c)

On Friday, Shady Drive returns to 42Eighty Food and Drink (4280 Shenandoah Pkwy. Brunswick, 9:30pm-1:30am) to party down with Jess and Morgan behind the bar and the 42Eighty gang. The club features an awesome stage and lights and a spacious dance floor as well as ample parking, great food and your favorite beverages! Come join us at Brunswick’s newest hot spot!

On Saturday, Shady Drive travels south to Marietta to play a private function.

That’s all for this week! We’ll talk soon…

Mike :c)

Hi gang,

In honor of my Mom, who passed away this past Monday July 30, there won’t be a regular post this week. Last week was very tough, but all of the thoughts and prayers helped us through it. Again, my most sincere thanks to all for your thoughts, prayers and love during this difficult time.

We’ll talk soon…

Mike :c)

Hi gang!

It’s time to close out another week! Our Tuesday night jam at Doc and Louie’s was a great night with jammers John Powell, Hayden Frosti, Jay Smith, Katyana Speckman, Bob Laeng, Dan Elliott, John Kerver, Carol Dieball, Greg Kern, Alex Strekal, Dave Poirier, Brandon Austin, Charlie Adams, Craig Kapolka, Rob Hill, Dave Deitke, Mike Binder, Bob Devries and Tony Shultz stopping by to share their talents with us. Thanks to Lisa, Cathy, Jimmy, Amanda, Jason, Joe, Jim, John, Brent, Derek, Pam, Priscilla, The Dancing Marilyns and the rest of Doc’s music loving patrons for your continued support! We can’t forget our sponsor Sonor Drums and congrats to Bob Laeng, Dave Deitke and Bob DeVries on their wins. Big thanks also to guest hosts Dwayne Dickman and Tony Camerato, to Tracy for all her hard work behind the bar and to Doc for bringing us back each week!

On to Friday’s Shady Drive appearance at The Mad Cactus, where we were joined by Michelle, Gina, Darrin, Debbie, Jeff, Gordy and the Cactus crowd! A really fun night :c)

Early Saturday morning, Shady Drive was on the move again, playing a private function near Painesville at noon. From there, we were off to join the Soul Men at Seven Hills Home Days at 7:30pm. Thanks to Ken, Sandy, Marty and Mary for stopping by, the Soul Men for having us along and to all the Seven Hills event staff for putting on a great event!

Coming up this week, on Tuesday night the Cleveland Music Club will host a special “Horn Jam” at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, 7pm – 11pm). My co-hosts are Rob Hayes (Shady Drive), Kevin Fancher (Cactus Jack, Shady Drive) and the fabulous North Coast Horns! We’ll have over 25 charts available, so our horn playing friends can get their jam on! Don’t forget Doc’s 2 for 1 burgers and $3 margaritas! It’ll be a great night so stop on out!

On Friday, Shady Drive appears at Twilight at the Zoo joined by Erin Rossi and the North Coast Horns. We’ve added lots of new tunes since last year. This event is a smash hit every year and loads of fun. Tickets are available at: http://www.clevelandzoosociety.org/events_twilight.html

Then on Saturday, Shady Drive is back in trio configuration and making our debut at 100th Bomb Group (20920 Brookpark Rd, Cleveland, 7pm -10pm). We’re out on the patio so come enjoy a Cleveland summer evening with great food, good friends and some of the best rock and blues around town!

Shady Drive will finish out the weekend on Sunday evening, appearing with the Soul Men at the Greenbriar Commons (6200 Pearl Rd., Parma Heights, 9pm – 11pm.) These guys are always a blast, so make plans to join us!

That’s it for this week! We’ll talk soon…

Mike :c)

Hi gang!

It’s that time again! Last week was another warm one, but that didn’t stop our jammers from coming out on Tuesday night. Hotter than the temperature were the night’s fantastic musical talents starting with guest hosts G.S. Harper and Kevin Fancher, then continuing with the “One Hit Wonders (Danielle Barker, Eddie Tomecko, Tony Demko, Silas Barker,) Phil Barker, E.T. King, Bob Laeng, B.C., Skip Werke, John Kerver, Dave Lewicki, TJ Plechaty, Luke Pernici, Jay Smith, Alex Strekal, Hayden Frosti, Julian Gonzales, Dana Clarke, Louis Johnson, John Powell, Carol Dieball, Dan Elliott, Greg Kern, Mike Cottom, Derek Berger, Katyana Speckman and Jeff C.! You guys put out some great music! Thanks also to Doc’s music loving patrons including Lisa, Jim, Suzy, Gene, Darrin, Debbie, Pete, John, Jimmy, Jason, Scott, Jim, Amanda, and the ‘Dancing Marilyns’ for continuing to support local live music! Thanks to Sonor Drums for sponsoring the evening (Congrats to Alex, Katy and B.C. on their prize wins), to Dana Clarke and Guitar Center of North Olmsted for supplying coupons to all of our participants and we can’t forget to thank Tracy for her hard work keeping everyone fed and well hydrated and to Doc for giving us a place to plug in each week.

On to Friday night, when Shady Drive took the stage at Doc and Louie’s. The dance floor was full all night long as we partied with Charlie, Pat, the ‘Dancing Marilyns’, Joe, Liz, Shelley, Dave, Mike, Linda, Jared, and Dawn, among others. Thanks for coming out…we had a blast!

Next, Shady Drive headed east to Brecksville to play the Peppermill Pub and Grill. It was great to see Joe and Lisa again, and also Gina behind the bar keeping everyone’s glasses full. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to party with us! :c)

Coming up this week, Tuesday brings another Cleveland Music Club Jam Night at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, 7pm to 11pm) with guest hosts Dwayne Dickman and Tony Camerato. Doc’s delicious burgers are 2 for 1 and margaritas are $3 until 9pm! Sonor Drums is sponsoring the evening. Good friends, good music, good food and prizes make for a great time! All that’s missing is YOU! Come join us for the most fun you can have on a Tuesday night!

On Friday, Shady Drive will cruise back to The Mad Cactus (9175 Pearl Rd., Strongsville, 9pm – 1am) to party the night away with Teddy and the Cactus gang. This is always a great time with an awesome crowd, so c’mon out and be a part of the fun!

Saturday is a busy day for Shady Drive as we’ll start the day off at noon playing a private function. From there, we’ll hurry off to The Boneyard (Mayfield) (5900 Mayfield Rd., Mayfield Heights, 4pm – 5:30pm) to play the Bill O’Connor Memorial Poker Run which benefits the Police Athletic League. After that, we’re off to Seven Hills to appear with the Soul Men at Seven Hills Home Days (Seven Hills City Hall Grounds, 7325 Summitview Drive, Seven Hills, 7:30pm – 11pm). Anytime we’re on the stage with Jake and Elwood Soul is sure to be a blast, so don’t miss this one!

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, July 31 at 7pm, as the Cleveland Music Club Jam Night at Doc and Louie’s will host a special “Horn Jam” with co-hosts Rob Hayes (Shady Drive), Kevin Fancher (Shady Drive, Cactus Jack) and the amazing North Coast Horns! After the host band set, we’ll have over 25 charts for all of our horn players to jam along to. It’s gonna be GREAT!

That’s it for this week. We’ll talk soon…

Mike :c)

Hi gang!

Another week is in the books and it’s time to kick start another one. Last week, we got things rolling at the Cleveland Music Club Jam Night at Doc and Louie’s on Tuesday. Thanks to Kevin Palm, Michael Bomback, Katyana Speckman, Bob DeVries, Hayden Frosti, Jay Smith, John Kerver, Bob Laeng, Wally Marflak, TJ Plechaty, Dave Koler, Luke Pernici, Carol Dieball, Dan Elliott, Derek Berger, Greg Kern, John Powell, Don Lydon, Ernie Arroyo and Louis Johnson for coming out to make some music for us! Thanks also to Rich S., Lisa S., Jim B., Scott M., Jimmy D., Jason N., Amanda B., Amanda A., Mark A., John B., Steven F., Joanne, Tom, Steve F., Lorraine L., Patti S., Uncle Peanuts, the Dancing Marilyns and the rest of Doc’s music loving patrons. Your continued support of local music is greatly appreciated. Huge thanks to Dana Clarke and Guitar Center of N. Olmsted who not only sponsors a jam each month but has been supplying participants with 10% off coupons each week. Keep them and the rest of our sponsors in mind when you shop for gear. Congrats to prize winners Bob Laeng and Carol Dieball and thanks to this week’s guest hosts Drew Doman and Uncle Steve Smith. Finally, props to Tracy and Doc for their hard work and support!

My next stop was the Fairview Tavern with G.S. Harper and Kevin Fancher for our monthly Cleveland Music Club appearance. Our thanks to those who came out to party with us on a Wednesday night!

On Friday, Shady Drive rocked the Fairview Tavern all night into the wee hours of Saturday morning. What a blast! Always a fun time there. Thanks to Chris, Daryl, Denny, Al, Ken, Sandy, Barb, George and everyone else who came out on Friday! :c)

On Saturday, Shady Drive played a private function with the North Coast Horns who seriously funked it up all night! Thanks guys…we had a great time and you seriously rocked! Speaking of the North Coast Horns, don’t forget they’ll be co-hosting another Cleveland Music Club “Horn Jam” on July 31st along with Rob Hayes, Kevin Fancher and me. After the host band set, we’ll have over 25 charts so all you horn players can get your jam on!! Mark this date on your calendars!

Coming up this week, we’ll kick it off with another Cleveland Music Club Jam Night at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, 7pm – 11pm). As always, Doc’s delicious burgers are 2 for 1 and margaritas are $3 until 9pm. This week’s co-hosts are G.S. Harper and Kevin Fancher and our sponsor is Sonor Drums. Come out and get your jam on with us!

This Friday, Shady Drive travels back to Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, 8:30pm – 12:30pm) to party the night away with Doc, his gang…and YOU! The fun starts at 8:30pm, so come early and get a good seat! Hope to see you there!

On Saturday, Shady Drive returns to the Peppermill Pub and Grill (7011 Mill Rd., Brecksville, 9pm – Midnight) Come join the party as we rock the house with the fun folks at the Peppermill! Things get rolling at 9pm. Come early for dinner and enjoy one of Gus’ many remarkable dishes (the pasta ROCKS) and a great wine selection. Afterwards, kick back with a cold beer and listen to your favorite blues and rock tunes played the Shady Drive way!

That’s all for this week. We’ll talk soon…

Mike :c)

Hi gang!

This past week was really hot in more ways than one! On Monday, Shady Drive hosted the Lube Jam at Quaker Steak and Lube in Sheffield. It was a gorgeous evening on the outdoor stage. Many thanks to jammers Rick Lowe, Michelle Hennes, George Frazier, Dan Elliott, Dennis Raymond, Mike Bomback, Mark Trigalette and Ken Hammer! Thanks also to Debbie, Linda, Darrin, Debbie, Ted and Katie for hanging out with us!

On Tuesday I was back at Doc and Louie’s for the Cleveland Music Club jam night with co-hosts G.S. Harper and George Hartwig. Stopping by to jam with us were Bill Sanders, Bob Laeng, Jon Darling, Eric “Eroc” Sosinski, Ernie Arroyo, Jimmy Deamiches, Jason Neitenbach, Jay Smith, Hayden Frosti, Katyana Speckman, John Kerver, Carol Dieball, Dave Koler, Marc Alu, Charlie Vanek, Bill Crowley, Jaime Flores, Dominick Cataldo, Frank Thomas, Clayton Higgins, Blake Kniola, Derek Berger, John Jannuzzi, Kevin Fancher, Mike Cottom, Mark Trigalette, Rick Lowe, Rob Hill, Rich Spina, ET King, Ginny Valentik, Brian Bomback and Jim Belanger. Thanks to Jen, Chris, Jim, Scott, Amanda, Cathy, Chey, Gene, Shelly, Lisa, Lenna, Mark, Cindy, JoAnne, Tom, Mark G., the Dancing Marilyns and the rest of Doc’s music loving patrons for hanging out with us, to Dirty Town Guitar and Amps for sponsoring the evening (congrats ET, Jaime, Hayden, and Bill S. who won a $25 gift card for Dirty Town, a tee-shirt, a harmonica and guitar strings, respectively), to Tracy for working so hard to keep the glasses and plates filled all night and Doc for giving us a venue for our weekly mayhem! Last but absolutely not least, a big thanks to Nancy Yovan who literally made a fantastic party out of the night.

My next stop was on Friday with Cactus Jack as we made our debut at 42Eighty Food and Drink in Brunswick. The place was jumpin’ all night long! Thanks a bunch to Amanda, Mark, Susan, Mike, Dawn, Bridget, Bob, Lorraine, Merlin, Sandy, Gary, Desiree, Suz, Guy, Jen, Diane and everyone else who came out. Thanks also to Jess and Morgan for keeping everyone hydrated! We’re out next at Doc and Louie’s on August 10. Don’t miss it!

Coming up this week, I’m with Drew Doman and Uncle Steve Smith on Tuesday for the Cleveland Music Club jam night at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, 7pm – 11pm). Burgers are 2 for 1 and margaritas are $3 until 9pm. Bring your favorite axe and come get your jam on with us!

On Wednesday, join Cleveland Music Club at the Fairview Tavern (21867 Lorain Rd., Fairview Park, 8pm – 11pm) as G.S. Harper, Kevin Fancher and I play your favorite rock, blues and country hits! The food’s fabulous, the beer’s cold, the service is great and the music is hot. Come join us and make it a special Wednesday night!

Coming up on Friday, Shady Drive returns to the Fairview Tavern (21867 Lorain Rd., Fairview Park, 9:30pm – 1:30am) for an evening of blues and rock the Shady Drive way. The Tavern has amazing food, cold beer and the service is second to none. Come out and party with us!

On Saturday, Shady Drive is playing a private function.

That’s it for this week! We’ll talk soon…
Mike :c)

Hi gang!

It’s time to wind up another week and kick off a new one. Last week’s Cleveland Music Club jam night was a bunch of fun with co-hosts Tony Camerato and Dwayne Dickman. Dropping by to get their jam on were the SamSons (Jimmy Miragliotta, Joe Bilardo, Greg Grandillo and Tony Camerato), Katyana Speckman, Rich Spina, Priscilla Aldridge Zietlow, Dan Hearns, the birthday girl Adelle Marie Borchetta, Greg Kern, John Powell, Bill Crowley, Dan Elliott, Marc Alu, Jay Smith, Hayden Frosti, Wally Marflack, Dave Poirier, Bob Laeng, Gene Franz, Charlie Vanek, Luke Pernici, George Hartwig, Kevin Fancher, Jay Smith, Celeste Harsa, Louis Johnson, Rob Hill, Blake Kniola and Joe Zerucha. Also attending were Jimmy D., Jason N., Amanda B. (glad to have you back with us!!), Jim B., Lisa S., JoAnne, Tom, Sammy F., Shelly, John K. (Hope you feel better soon!), Tommy F., Uncle Peanuts, the dancing Marilyns and the rest of Doc’s music loving patrons. Thanks to our sponsor Sonor Drums and congrats to Joe B., John P. and Celeste H. on their wins. And lastly, thanks to Tracy for all of her hard work and to Doc for giving us a great place to hang out every week.

Next, it was definitely an event when Shady Drive with Chris Hanna on keys paired up with the North Coast Horns at Harpo’s on Friday night. The dance floor saw a lot of action during the course of the evening and were even treated to a surprise visit by the Soul Men! Look for this to happen again at Harpo’s and at Doc and Louie’s this fall/winter season. Big thanks to Harpo’s for hosting the insanity and to the members of the Brothers Blues Band for stopping by after their appearance at the italian American Festival.

On Saturday, Shady Drive was back in trio configuration for an appearance at Frascati’s in the Valley. It was a gorgeous night out on the patio. Thanks to Patty and Bill, Mary and Bob, Jack and Roseanne and Larry for coming out to party with us!

Coming up this week:

Monday: Shady Drive will host the Lube Jam at Quaker Steak and Lube in Sheffield (4900 Transportation Dr, Sheffield Village, 7:30pm to 11pm). It’s always a fun time so come on out and jam with us!

Tuesday: I’ll be with G.S. Harper and George Hartwig as we host the Cleveland Music Club Jam at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, 7pm – 11pm). Join us for Doc’s 2 for 1 burgers, $3 margaritas, good friends, great music and unlimited fun! Dirty Town Guitar and Amps is our sponsor, so we’ll have some nice prizes to give away. :c)

Friday: Cactus Jack returns! We’re making our debut at 42Eighty Food and Drink (4280 Shenandoah Parkway, Brunswick, 8:30 – 12:30), so dust off yer boots, grab yer hat and get yourself down to 42Eighty and party ‘Jack’s way!

That’s all for this week. We’ll talk soon…
Mike :c)