Mike Starcher – Drivin' It!

Hi gang!

A very busy week but loads of fun! On Tuesday I was at Doc and Louie’s for the weekly Cleveland Music Club Jam Night. Co-hosting with me were G. S. Harper and my Shady Drive bandmate and rhythm section cohort, Kevin Fancher. Taking the stage to jam were Bob Laeng, Charlie Simms, Dan Elliott, Luke Pernici, Gene Frantz, Greg Kern, Blake Kniola, Angelo Ciu, Dawn Bellini, Dave Deitke, Mike Cottom, TJ Plechaty, Don Lydon, Wayne Mesker, Todd Starr, Dave Tupa, Sammy Free and Brian Davidson. Thanks also to Joe, Shelly, Mark, Rick, Clay, Cy, Drew and all of Doc’s music loving patrons. Congrats to the night’s prize winners: Blake and Dawn who each won $10 I-tunes gift cards and Dave and Dan who each won funky little shakers. Thanks as always to The Amazing Kristen and Doc for keeping the plates and glasses full and the wind out of our hair.

On Wednesday, G.S., Kevin and I were off to the Fairview Tavern for our monthly acoustic show there. It’s always a great pleasure to play for the Tavern crowd and this night was no exception. You can catch us back there the first Wednesday of every month.

Friday found me with Shady Drive as we partied at Irish Kevin’s with Jen and the gang until after 1:30am. On Saturday, a last minute booking took us to the Peppermill in Brecksville, where we found Gus and his customers to be a great crowd! we had a blast there and can’t wait to return! :c)

Coming up this week, I’m joined by G. S. Harper and Sammy Free as we host the Cleveland Music Club jam night at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd. North Olmsted, 7pm – 11pm)on Tuesday night. Bring your favorite guitar, bass, sticks, keyboard, maracas, tambourine, horn or just your ears and party attitude and come join us for 2 for 1 burgers, $3 Margaritas and the most fun you can have on a Tuesday night!

On Friday and Saturday, Shady Drive will make a rare two-night appearance at the Fairview Tavern (21867 Lorain Rd. Fairview Park, 9:30pm – 1:30pm). Showtime on both nights is 9:30pm. Come on out and enjoy something from the Tavern’s great menu items while we play your favorite blues and rock tunes!

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

Mike :c)

Hi gang!

Another week has gone by and we had another fantastic jam with Cleveland Music Club at Doc & Louie’s on Tuesday night. Taking the stage to jam were: Dave Tupa, Michael Bomback, Blake Kniola, Greg Kern, John Powell, Carol Dieball, Ray Varga, Dan Elliott, Bob Laeng, Luke Pernici, Don Lydon, John Jannuzzi, John Kerver and G.S. Harper. Thanks for some great music and fun! Thanks also to Celeste, Barb, Brian, Lisa, Tina, Darrin, Gene, Marty, Mari, Tom, Joanne, Lenna, Tina, Scott, Jim and Bob on hand to hang out and cheer on the jammers. Thanks for coming out to support your friends (and/or fellow musicians!) Congratulations to Dan Elliott who won a shiny new Sonor kick-drum pedal and to Greg Kern, Luke Pernici, Bob Laeng who all won Sonor tee-shirts! Thank you, amazing Kristen, for your hard work, as always! Doc, thank you for hosting our party every week!

Next on the agenda was a fun private event with Shady Drive at the House of Blues on Friday morning. Thanks to Steve, Billy and the rest of the HOB crew for a great job on sound and lights. After that, Shady Drive was off to Doc and Louie’s to party with Doc and his gang. We did just that, too, playing until almost 2am! Definitely a fun night. We’ll be back at Doc and Louie’s on Friday March 2.

Coming up this week, it’s a full schedule of events. We’ll kick things off on Tuesday with the Cleveland Music Club jam night at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd. North Olmsted; 7pm – 11pm) This week’s co-hosts are Michael Bay and G.S. Harper and the evening is sponsored by Forcefield Entertainment. Come out and join us for Doc’s 2 for 1 burgers and $3 Margaritas, great music, friends, prizes and lots of fun!

On Wednesday, join G.S. Harper, Kevin Fancher and me for a Cleveland Music Club acoustic evening at the fabulous Fairview Tavern (21867 Lorain Rd., Fairview Park) from 8pm until 11pm. Kick back and listen to your favorite blues and rock tunes in an acoustic setting while you enjoy the Tavern’s great pizza, burgers, steaks, wings or one of their many other delicious menu items.

Then on Friday, Shady Drive is back at Irish Kevin’s (13601 Detroit Ave., Lakewood) to party the night away with the Kevin’s regulars. Come join us for a great time!

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

Mike :c)

Hi gang!

This past week was full of extremes! Tuesday’s Cleveland Music Club jam night was rockin’ with friends new and old. CMC welcomes Alex Strekal, Ed Santos, Ken Porter and Dave Koler and also to Bill Sanders who has graced our stage, but not since we moved to Doc & Louie’s. Good to see all of you and Bill, hope you and Chey liked the new digs! Many thanks also to John Kerver, Charlie Simms, Luke Pernici, John Powell, Bob Laeng, Marc Alu, Rick Hong, Don Lydon, Blake Kniola, Rob Hill, Bob DeVries, Dan Hearns, Jim Belanger, Chey, Marty, Mari, Mike B., Michelle, Ro, Uncle Peanuts and all of Doc’s music loving patrons for making it a memorable night. A huge Cleveland Music Club thank you to Guitar Center of North Olmsted and manager Dana Clarke for sponsoring the night! Congratulations to prize winners: Marc Alu, John Kerver, Jim Belanger, Dave Koler, Ken Porter and Ed Santos.

On Friday, Shady Drive appeared at “Blues Night at the Palace” at the Canton Palace Theater, along with The Jeff Poulos Blues Revue and the amazing Brighter Side Band. The house was rockin’ all night long, including a two-song encore with Jake Friel (harp) and Fuad Farah (guitar) from the Brighter Side Band! All this while the season’s worst snowstorm was dumping tons of the white stuff outside! Thankfully, everyone got home safe and sound. Many thanks to everyone who braved the weather to attend and to Georgia, Chris, Josh and the staff at the Canton Palace for a great night! Thanks also to Maaria at the Arcadia Grille for her hospitality! :c)

Coming up this week, Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd. North Olmsted) is THE place to be on Tuesday night (7pm – 11pm) as we crank up the Cleveland Music Club Musicians’ Jam Night once again. This week’s co-hosts are Dwayne Dickman (My Three Sons) and Kevin Fancher (Shady Drive) and our sponsor is Sonor Drums. As always, Doc features 2 for 1 burgers and $3 Margaritas on Tuesday, all served up by the Amazing Kristen! Great music, good friends, food, drinks and FUN! There’s no better place to spend a Tuesday evening! :c)

This coming Friday morning, Shady Drive performs at a private event at the House of Blues, but we’ll have plenty of rockin’ left to do when we get to Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd. North Olmsted) on Friday night (9pm – 1am)! Come on out and rock the house with us, and bring your dancin’ shoes!

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

Mike :c)

Hi gang!

Another fun week in the books! Last Tuesday’s Cleveland Music Club jam was again a hit, thanks to our jammers Josh Narramore, Dennis Bielinski, John Kerver, Don Lydon, Bob Laeng, Blake Kniola, Jon Darling, Luke Pernici, Marc Alu, Jake Thornhill, John Powell, Greg Kern, Dave MacAskill, Ed Ehrbar, Rob Hill, Frances Dennis, Brent Lane, Toni G., Bill M., Rich S., Lisa E., Michael B., Jim, Scott, Barb G., Peanuts and all of Doc’s music loving patrons. Without all of you “Jam Night” would just be “Night.” Also thanks to Cy for stopping in to say hello. Sorry you couldn’t hang around and we hope “Mom” gets well soon! Special thanks to Dirty Town Guitar & Amps for sponsoring the night’s ‘controlled’ mayhem. 😉 Congrats go to Ed Ehrbar who took home an over-drive pedal. Congrats also to Don Lydon who won a lighted pick holder! As always we have to thank The Amazing Kristen for all of her hard work. Lastly, thank you to Doc for giving us such a great place to hang out every Tue. We kept him there all night this week!

Saturday at the Fairview Tavern was just as big a hit! It was wall to wall people as Shady Drive hit the stage at 9:30pm. Many many thanks to everyone that came out and rocked the house with us until well after 1:30am. We’ll be back there on February 11, so we hope to see you then!

Coming up this week, I’ll be back once again at Doc and Louie’s (24289 Lorain Rd. North Olmsted) on Tuesday night (7pm – 11pm) for the weekly Cleveland Music Club Jam. Co-hosting this week are Brian Davidson (Dr. Hook) and Bill March (Twist) and our sponsor is Guitar Center of North Olmsted. Doc features 2 for 1 burgers and $3 Margaritas all served up by the Amazing Kristen, who’ll try again this week to break the World’s Land Speed Record. Bring your sticks, picks, axes, saxes, maracas, tambourine or just your love for music and party attitude and come join us. Doc and Louie’s is THE place to be on Tuesday nights for music, prizes, fun, food and friends!

On Friday night, Shady Drive headlines a three band bill at the Canton Palace Theater Blues Night as part of their 85th Anniversary celebration. Follow the link to purchase tickets ($10) and for directions and other information. The event begins at 7pm with Shady Drive taking the stage at approximately 10pm. Come early and catch the Jeff Poulos Blues Revue and The Brighter Side Band! Hope to see you there!

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

Mike :c)

Hi gang!

Week 1 of 2012 is in the books and what a week it was! The week’s happenings began this past Tuesday at Doc and Louie’s with the weekly Cleveland Music Club Jam. Thanks to all of the fine folks who braved the cold to come out and jam with us: Dylan Free (hope you enjoyed your jam night debut!), Josh Narramore, John Kerver, Blake Kniola, Dennis David Bielinski, Gene Frantz, Bob Laeng, Don Lydon, Greg Kern, John Jannuzzi (Don’t drink the soap!), Marc Alu, Kevin Fancher, Dick Devries, Wayne Leach, Carol Dieball, Frances Dennis, Jeff Sherman, Luke Pernici, Bob DeVries, Rob Hill, Michael Bomback, Carl DeScott, Rick, Shelly, Lenna, Mark, Jim, Scott, Efrain and Barb and all of Doc’s music loving patrons! Big thanks to Grabbit Stands for sponsoring the night’s jam and congrats to Rob Hill who scored himself a new Grabbit Stand. As always a big thanks to Kristen for keeping us all fed and watered. Thanks for sharing your cupcakes! Finally thank you Doc for giving us a great place to hang out every Tuesday!

On Wednesday, G.S. Harper, Adam Constantine and I hit the Fairview Tavern’s stage at 8pm to open a new Cleveland Music Club monthly acoustic show. G.S. and I will be there on the first Wednesday of each month with a different guest performer. If last Wednesday’s crowd was any indication, this series will be a big hit! Our next show there is February 1st when Kevin Fancher will join us for the evening.

We were off on Friday to catch the sold out Wish You Were Here show at the House of Blues. These guys always put on an outstanding performance and this past Friday was no exception. They rocked the house as they performed the entire ‘Wish You Were Here’ album and other Floyd favorites. Thanks to Eroc Sosinski, Jim Tigue, Mark Brennan, Jamie Combs, Bob Gerhard, Jon Darling, Marla Brennan, Sharron Fox and Bob Barno for an awesome show!

On Saturday, Shady Drive kicked off 2012 in style with our appearance at Irish Kevin’s. Quite a nice Saturday crowd was in attendance including our friends Paul, Michelle and Jim and new friends Dave, Shelly, Debbie and Linda (who was kind enough to jump up and help us out with some backing vocals). We’re looking forward to being back there on February 3rd.

Coming up this week, Tuesday will find me at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd. North Olmsted) for the Cleveland Music Club Jam (7pm-11pm) on Tuesday with co-hosts Drew Doman and ‘Uncle Steve’ Smith and sponsor Dirty Town Guitars and Amps. Bring your favorite axe, sticks, your entire band, or just your party attitude and come on out! The burgers are 2 for 1, Margaritas are 3 bucks, Kristen is serving them up and there’s good music, friends, prizes and all on a Tuesday night! On Saturday, Shady Drive will open 2012 at the Fairview Tavern (21867 Lorain Rd., Fairview Park; 9:30pm – 1:30am) with our first appearance there this year. Our Tavern shows are always a great time! The Tavern crowd is a blast, the food is amazing, the beer is cold and the blues are hot, so come early and get a good seat!

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

Hi gang!

It doesn’t seem possible that I’m writing my last note for 2011. You’ve all played a big part in making this a most wonderful year. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you all for your support and enthusiasm during 2011. I wish each and every one of you a very Happy New Year and look forward to seeing you again in 2012!

This past year was the busiest ever for Shady Drive as we played over 90 dates at the House of Blues, Twilight at the Zoo, Fairview Tavern, Irish Kevin’s, Doc and Louie’s, Savannah, Parkview Nite Club, Harpo’s, The Mad Cactus and The Lampliter among others. We’re scheduled back at all of those and more in 2012. Last year also saw the debut of the full 8-piece version of Shady Drive featuring vocalist Erin Rossi, keyboardist Bob Hayes and the fabulous North Coast Horns at Twilight at the Zoo in August and Bullfrog’s Sports Cafe in November. Look for more appearances in this configuration coming up in 2012, including a return to Twilight at the Zoo.

It was a busy year for Cleveland Music Club as well, as we celebrated our 1st anniversary with the debut of our Musicians’ Jam Nite at Doc and Louie’s on Tuesday nights. Many thanks to Dirty Town Guitars and Amps, Grabbit Stands, Guitar Center of North Olmsted and Sonor Drums for sponsoring and providing some great prizes, to Doc for hosting the jam night and to the amazing Kristen for her tireless efforts to keep our glasses and plates full! Thanks also to my amazing co-hosts and fellow Cleveland Music Club members Adam Constantine, Brian Davidson, Dick Devries, Dwayne Dickman, Drew Doman, Kevin Fancher, Sammy Free, Tim Hamman, G. S. Harper, George Hartwig, Rob Hayes, Bill March, Erin Rossi, Uncle Steve Smith, Eroc Sosinski and Cy Sulak for sharing the stage and their talents this past year. I could NOT have done this without all of you.

Also sharing their talents and the stage were our jammers and listeners! We owe you the biggest thanks for coming out week after week and making the jam night work. Without all of you, jam night wouldn’t be possible or even necessary. So without further hesitation, a huge Cleveland Music Club thank you to jammers Marc Alu, Ernie Arroyo, Ted Bahas, Jim Belanger, Dennis Bilinski, Mike Bomback, Jeff C, Jimmi Chance, Angelo Ciu, Chloe Cottom, Mike Cottom, Brittany Davidson, Carl E. DeScott, Bob DeVries, Dick Devries, Carol Dieball, Doug Doman, Billy Fischer, Joe Graceffo, Tony Graceffo, Dale Hartmann, Rob Hill, Dave Holmberg, Rick Hong, John Horvath, Ryan Iammarino, Ron “Papa J” Jackson, John Jannuzzi, Tom Jacquet, Greg Kern, John Kerver, Larry Ketola, Blake Kniola, Tony Koussa Sr., Bob Laeng, Brent Lane, Greg Lapsevich, Rick Lowe, Don Lyton, Wayne “Woody” Mesker, Dave Millard, Josh Narramore, Rick Palencar, Chris Patacky, TJ Plechaty, Nate Prahst, Phil Quidort, Alex Raz, Steve Raz, Elaine Reisdorf, Simon Rogers, Nick Samson, Sean Samson, Bill Sanders, Steve Simantiris, Charlie Simms, Snake Rock, Katyana Speckman, Todd Starr, Lori Matusz-Tibbitts, Norman Tischler, Terry Tobin, Georgeanne Urminski, Melissa Williams, the mysterious “Bass-er X”, bands Ignoring Daniel, The Melz, and Party Plates, our faithful audience Ami, Barb, Bob, Brittany, Cheryl, Chey, Dave K, Diane, Donna, Eric, Gene, Jay, Jim, Joanne P., Joanne S., Judy, Julia, Lenna, Leslie, Lisa, Mari, Mark, Marty, Mike, Patti, Pete, ‘Uncle’ Peanuts, Rick, Ross, Scott, Shelly, Tom and all of Doc’s music loving patrons! Thanks to all of you for a wonderful year!

Coming up this week, I’ll be back at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd. North Olmsted) on Tuesday January 3rd (7pm-11pm) to kick off the 2012 edition of Musicians’ Jam Nite with my co-hosts G.S. Harper and Sammy Free and sponsor Grabbit Stands. Doc features 2 for 1 burgers and $3 Margaritas all served up by the Amazing Kristen while we make some music, give away some prizes and generally have fun! Where else can you find all this in one place on a Tuesday night?

On Wednesday, January 4th,I’ll be with Cleveland Music Club as we begin a series of monthly acoustic performances at the Fairview Tavern (21867 Lorain Rd., Fairview Park, 8pm – 11pm). On the first Wednesday of each month join me, G.S. Harper and a guest performer as we play your favorites in an acoustic setting. This should be loads of fun, so come join us for dinner or drinks! Our guest performer this month is Adam Constantine, so don’t miss this one!

On Saturday January 7th, Shady Drive will kick start 2012 with our first show of the year at Irish Kevin’s (13601 Detroit Ave., Lakewood; 9pm – 1am). The Irish Kevin’s crowd is always a blast to party with, so come join us and let’s start 2012 off in fine fashion!

That’s all for this week (and this year!) We’ll talk soon…

Mike :c)

Hi gang!

It was another busy week! Doc and Louie’s rocked on Tuesday with the Cleveland Music Club jam night in full swing. It was a fantastic night with a ton of great performers. Thanks go out to Ernie Arroyo, Mike Bomback, John Kerver, Elaine Reisdorf, Dale Hartmann, Bob Laeng, Don Lydon, Dennis David Bielinski, Rob Hill, Ryan Iammarino, Nate Prahst, Dave Millard, Marc Alu, Rick Lowe, Robert DeVries, Kevin Fancher, Carol Dieball, Greg K., Doug Doman, Josh Narramore, Jimmi Chance, Terry Tobin and the mysterious “Bass-er X!” Also to John J., Katyana, Rick H., Dave K. (not be confused with George Harrison!! :)) Jim, Scott, Lisa, Ami, Gene, Shelly, Uncle Peanuts and Doc’s music loving patrons. Thanks are also in order to Dirty Town Guitar and Amps for sponsoring tonight’s jam! Congrats go out to Bob DeVries, Don Lydon and Ernie Arroyo who won an over-drive pedal, a certificate good for either a guitar or bass set up and an LED lighted pick holder respectively. Last but certainly not least, thanks to The Amazing Kristen for keeping us all fed and watered all while never losing her smile and Doc for giving us a roof over our heads. On Friday, The Mad Cactus was the scene of Shady Drive’s final 2011 performance. The Cactus crowd was out in full force with Teddy and Tischa behind the bar! We had a great time. :c)

Coming up this week, I’ll be at Doc and Louie’s on Tuesday (7pm – 11pm) for the weekly Cleveland Music Club jam night. Joining me as co-hosts are Brian Davidson and Bill March and this week’s sponsor is Guitar Center of North Olmsted! Come join us for some good food, great music, fun and prizes! Shady Drive is off until January 7 when we’ll be back at Irish Kevin’s.

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

Mike :c)

Hi gang!

Last week was a blast, starting with the Cleveland Music Club Jam Nite on Tuesday at Doc and Louie’s. Grabbit Stands sponsored the night and thanks go out to Wayne Mesker, John Kerver, Dennis David Bielinski, Angelo Ciu, Brian Davidson, Greg K., Don Lydon, Tom Jacquet, Carol Dieball, Carl E. De Scott, Marc Alu, John Jannuzzi, Rob Hill, Georgeanne Urminski, Rick, Julia, Scott, Pete, Donna, Mark, Bob, Peanuts and all of Doc’s music loving patrons for making it a great Jam. Thank you also to John Trip who was recording the night to stream online and to Grabbit Stands for sponsoring! Speaking of Grabbit… congrats to Rob Hill who won a shiny new Grabbit Stand. As always a big thanks to Kristen for all of her hard work and to Doc for giving us all a place to hang out and jam every Tuesday. Finally, a shout out to Bob Laeng who is traveling and couldn’t make the Jam. We missed you, Bob! And to Barb… poor Marc had to smoke alone! :c)

On Friday night, Shady Drive was back at the Fairview Tavern for our monthly gig. The house was definitely rockin’ wall to wall and the Tavern crowd made it a great night. On Saturday I filled in with the G.S. Harper Trio and had a ball! What a great gig. Many thanks to G.S. Harper and Adam Constantine for asking me along! :c)

Coming up, this week’s Cleveland Music Club Tuesday jam (7pm – 11pm) co-hosts are Drew Doman and Uncle Steve Smith and the night is sponsored by Dirty Town Guitar and Amps, so look for some great music and some very cool prizes! Don’t forget Doc’s 2 for 1 burgers and $3 Margaritas all served up by the amazing Miss Kristen behind the bar!

On Thursday evening, Shady Drive is playing a private function, but we’ll be back out to party with you on Friday as we hit the Mad Cactus (9pm – 1am) for our last gig of 2011! This is Shady Drive’s final appearance of the year, so come out and help us rock the house!

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

Hi gang!

Another week is in the books and what a great week it was! The theme of last Tuesday’s Cleveland Music Club Jam at Doc & Louie’s was definitely fun. The line-up was Dwayne Dickman, Tim Hamman and me and there were lots of laughs and lots of good music. Thanks to Bob Laeng, Dick Devries, Marc Alu, Don Lydon, Carol Dieball, Jim Belanger, John Horvath, Bob DeVries, Blake Kniola, Pete, Mark, Diane, Bob, Scott, Jim and Doc & Louie’s music loving patrons for packing 6 hours of fun into 4 hours!

Congrats to Bob DeVries who was the big prize winner, taking home the Sonor kick-drum pedal. Congrats also to Marc Alu, Blake Kniola, Bob Laeng and Don Lydon who snagged some Sonor T-shirts. Thanks to Kristen Grove for continuing to provide great service with a heavy dose of fun! As always, thanks to Doc for letting all of these fine performers borrow his stage every Tuesday!

Friday found Shady Drive at Irish Kevin’s partying with the Kevin’s regulars. A great time as always, we’ll be back there in January for our monthly gig!

Coming up this week, I’m joined onstage by G. S. Harper and Adam Constantine at Doc and Louie’s this Tuesday (7-11pm) for the Cleveland Music Club Jam Nite. Bring your trusty axe and come join in the fun. This week our sponsor is Grabbit Stands and we’ll give away some nice door prizes. Also, last month’s Sonor pedal giveaway was so much fun, we’re gonna do it AGAIN this month! Each time you attend and participate in the jam night during the month of December, you’ll be entered in the drawing. We’ll give away the pedal on December 27th, so make sure you get your entries in! Doc’s Jam Nite specials are 2 for 1 burgers all night and $3 margaritas until 9pm. So, there’s great food and drinks, great music, prizes and most of all, FUN! You can’t miss, so get on down to Doc and Louie’s on Tuesday! On Friday, Shady Drive pulls into the Fairview Tavern (9:30pm – 1:30am) for our last appearance there in 2011! The Tavern features a mouth-watering menu, great drink specials and fast, friendly service. Add an evening of blues and rock favorites played Shady Drive style and you can’t go wrong! Come join us! :c)

On Sunday, December 11, I’ll appear with G. S. Harper and Kevin Fancher as Cleveland Music Club plays a set at Cebar’s during their Toys For Tots benefit. Call the club for details. After that, we’ll zip out to Bullfrog’s to catch Emily Keener from 5-8pm. If you haven’t experienced Emily’s show, you’re missing something special! Don’t miss this one. :c)

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

Hi gang!

I hope everyone had a safe and happy Thanksgiving. It really doesn’t seem possible that the holidays are here already, does it?

It’s been a very busy week, starting with the Cleveland Music Club jam night on Tuesday at Doc and Louie’s. Many thanks to George Hartwig and G.S. Harper for a great job as co-hosts, to Bob Laeng, John Kerver, Katyana Speckman, The Party Plates (John Jannuzzi, Dennis David Bielinski, Sean Samson, Chris Patacky), Nick Samson, Marc Alu, Angelo Ciu, Bob DeVries, Todd Starr, Carol Dieball, Blake Kniola, Chloe Cottom, Mike Cottom, Carl E. De Scott, Jim, Scott, Ross, Mike, Peanuts, Barb, Doc & Louie’s music loving patrons, the amazing and tireless Kristen Grove for her hard work and to Doc for giving us a great place to hang out every Tuesday night! Congratulations go out to Carol Dieball and Marc Alu for winning door prizes!

On Wednesday, Shady Drive was off to Legacy Village and Claddagh Irish Pub for our annual Thanksgiving Eve show there. We always have a great time with the staff and patrons at Claddagh and this year was no exception! On Friday, we appeared at Harpo’s to work off the holiday calories and had a blast! Shady Drive was off on Saturday, so Erika and I were able to catch Tie Dye Harvest (Eroc Sosinski, Jim Tigue Bob Gerhard and Vince Broncaccio) at the Fairview Tavern. These boys know how to rock the house and put on a fantastic show. thanks for a great time, guys!

Coming up this week, I’ll be at Doc and Louie’s (24280 Lorain Rd. North Olmsted) on Tuesday for the weekly Cleveland Music Club jam night (7pm – 11pm). This week, my co-hosts are Dwayne Dickman and Tim Hamman. Our sponsor is Sonor Drums and we’ll give away a Sonor bass drum pedal among other prizes. As always, Doc features 2 for 1 burgers all night and $3 Margaritas until 9pm. It’s always a fun evening filled with great music, good food, drinks and prizes, all on a Tuesday night. Bring your favorite axe or just your ears and party attitude!

On Friday, Shady Drive returns to Irish Kevin’s (13601 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 9pm-1am) to rock out with the Kevin’s gang while sampling a few of their 50 new bottled beers. If this sounds like a great way to spend a late fall Friday night, you’re right! Come on out and join us. :c)

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

Mike :c)