Sunday October 29th 2006

Sunday Night Jams

Evan had another gig, so former Whammer Jammer Sean Hapney came down to fill in on the drums. Thanks to all the jammers: Cat in the Hat, Songbird, Byron, Josey, Dave, Brendon, Chuck, Roelondo, and Bill Hach. Here's what you said:

• I like beer....great Lakes Christmas Ale - Jane
• The years run too short and the days too fast, I felt the beat of my mind go drifting into time passages - Al Stewart
• Verlie's smells like funk! I got really funked up at Verlie's. Funky Monkey danced on Sunday. I want some confunky fried chicken. The Miller Light smells like Funk - Burns
• Someone laid a fat one and left a shrt curly on the seat, but the music was great and the solos were sweet! You better print this Vickie- my sistah from another mistah! I love Verlie's - Song Jane Dough
• Freeway Jam! Spooky noises! Good shit! Verlie's, say no more! - Grasshoppa
• I'm covering my eyes. That's all I've got to say about that! - Forrest
• We're just gonna have to start breathing some life back into this thing - Whitchy Poo
• The night after an awesome Halloween Party where boobs were the prize winner. There were breasts in unusual places - Maggie
• Dear Santa...the mushroom you gave me in my stocking were very...very...Santa?
• 30 days hath September...April, June, and no wonder...all the rest have peanut butter...all except my dear Grandmother. She had a little red tricycle - Napolean the 14th
• I suspect that Verlie's blogs are all faked by Michael J Fox - Rush Limbau
• Stirred, not shaken - James Bond
• Shaken damn it !!! - Michael J Fox

Wednesday October 25th 2006

From Beginning to End, Rukus & the Trousers, The Gothfather, Drone Machine

From Beginning to End from Illinois opened the show. Even with some screamo vocals thrown in, they were still pleasing to the ear. Next up was Rukus and the Trousers from PA. They had a modern pop/rock sound. With great vocals, I could hear hints of 60's British Invasion. Next was the return of The Gothfather, Jeff James. He played solo, and get's better every time he's there. Finally, the return of the drone machine. It was just that, one long drone, or non-stop jam. THere were some cool moments none the less. Here's what you said:

• I haven't seen a Gretch guitar live and playing anywhere but Verlie's, let alove a silver sparkly one. I'm feelin' splivvy on the sparkly vibe! - Splivvy
• THe Drone machine was like psychedelic...like Floyd man - THe Hippies
• Drone Machine once again wakes fools of the masses and makes a mockery of the concept of music
• who does he smell like? ...Puck? ...or is it just sex - the girl
• Drone machine - it's like Tool without words or syncopation, like the acid trip I never took! Nice Poncho dude! -Grasshopper
• We played Verlie's on October 25th 2006. We want to thank you for letting us play. We found you on myspace. We are playing all week in Ohio, and were glad to be able to play Verlie's while we were in Ohio! - Dale FBTE
• I never heard a fuzzbox on an zcoustic guitar, ingeious!!!- Carlos Santana
• To hear some of the best live music, and party with some of the coolest, laid back people. Verlie's is a must. Don't forget Sundays jam night. For those drummer lovers, Evan is a must see and hear - Sandy
• Thanks for having us, great time as usual!!! - David K

Saturday October 21st 2006

Tim Hazen, Glue, Mayberry

Opening the show was Tim Hazen from Florida. The singer/guitarist brought along a drummer and pulled out some cool tunes on the funky side. Next our old buddies Glue kept the funky groove going with their original set. The boys from Mayberry finished the night with some rock covers. These guys are just partying and jammin out to songs they love and their enthusiasm is contageous. here's what you said:

• Glue Rocked! - Crissy
• Why is Ray Charles always trying to bite the drummers head off? - Burns
• Fuck those old fuckos anyway -the young fuckos
• I think it's about claiming your power, done deal - Witchy Poo
• Lawn chairs are everywhere.. doo di doop doop - CSB
• Sam Malone says...cheers
• I am looped in the loops of his hair - the girl
• I've seen more people tonight that I know, than I've seen in a long time - Faith
• Cool show. Hazen and Tracie Marie from Glue were great singers. All the bands, tight as hell. Mayberry doing cover songs, Neil Young, STP, and everything in between. Hazen did some covers too. Glue mixed originals and covers, mostly original. I look forward to checking out these bands again for sure - S

Friday October 13th 2006

The Palace Flophouse, Hotmouth

Opening the night was The Palace Flophouse from Chicago. They were a kewl upbeat duo with 2 part harmonies. The way their voices blended was reminiscent of Simon and Garfunkle but modern sounding. Hotmouth finished the night with his brand of Beatles, Eagles, Bad Company, what more can you ask for? Here's what you said:

• Palace Flophouse was way cool. From their name, to the tunes, I dug it. And there are only two of them, how cool! Verlie's, you inspired me once again, Dan, "Hotmouth", you the man, keep jammin, love ya! Grasshoppa...out! - Jeremy
• The Palace Flophouse will never come to Cleveland without stopping at Verlie's, and why would they? Bradley
• Verlie's...what can I say, it was the first stop on our tour, and they made us feel right at home! We can't wait to play here again! - Chris from the Palace Flophouse
• We wanna freakin get crazy - the crazy bitches
• I have a sudden urge to ride a nuclear warhead on an asteroid. Ever got that feeling? Just wanna feel the power between my legs brother! Pilot to Verlie's bombadeer, we have contact! - dude from Invasion
• I love you guys! Please remember and I'll come back! - Rachel
• We love Verlie's, it's the best tavern in town - Junior, Deena, Michelle, and Mardi
• I'm gonna puke on the floor, if I hear this song once more. I don't care who does it, It makes me want to vomit - Zazu Pitts
• I would have been grossed out. If I hadn't had a straw! - Mrs Hotmouth
• My blog motor isn't kicking over, useless info overload! hotmouth had em dancin' tonite, excellent. Can't wait 'til next time! - Grasshoppa
• I will never be an obedient woman to you or any man, so you are barking up the wrong tree! I am woman hear me roar! Grrraaaaaaawww!

Wednesday October 11th 2006

Allegory, Dead Letter Room, The Jakeway, The Drone Machine

First up was Allegory. They were kinda folk/modern, with a female vocalist. Next up - Dead Letter Room. Our old friend David Kaye was joined this time by female drummer Sam, who added alot. As always DLR kicked ass. Jakeway was next. They had everyone going right out of the gate. By the second song, you couldn't see the band because people were dancing on the tables. I could hear hints of Elvis Costello, and Bowie. Finally the Drone Machine played. It was one long song (jam) including some of the members of the other bands. Definitely experimental, with lots of weird noises. Here's whta you said:

• The band is so sexy. I love naked men wearing nothing but a "support Jakeway" sign! - Moriboi
• The bar had good prices, and atmosphere. I like how they invite original bands to play
• Once again Hank was surrounded by pretty girls dancing - Zazu Pitts
• The Drone Machine sounded like the screaming Banshees...where's Hope? - Witchy Poo
• Make sure every citizen keeps time. Make sure he/she knows how ro keep the love. Love balanced matter of fact the native way measures instances, not flaw. If you have the will, you will transcend the element you're in. If not, grab the nearest thing as the atmosphere around you is slowing and thining - Jose
• playing here was a great time. Very relaxed atmosphere and cheap drinks! Nae Nae rules!
• Great atmosphere + great people + great drinks = Verlie's Cafe - John Hancock's brother
• Intimate Venue! PBR on tap! Dirty, dirty rock bar. Good Times! Food to order! No Cover! - Allegory

Tuesday October 10th 2006

Tuesday Acoustic Jams

It was Suzie Lee's birthday, and Becky's last week. We had a good turnout of partiers were out to celebrate. THanks to the jammers: Miami Steve, Drummer Mike, Reese, Declan, Josey, Piano Man Steve, Ken O, Jeremy, Kimo, Alberto for coming out to play. Here's what you said:

• Once again, Verlie's is the place to jam. Unreal party, Can't wait to do ot again. Jack Rocks - Steve
• Happy Birthday Suzie and Becky. Rock and Roll, Rock and Roll, has no tell. Keep that rockin in your soul
• I played at the outside inn too dood - Zazu Pitts
• Jeremy is still the hardest working musician at Verlie's - Sista B
• Earth, Bong Beer, Blog - Peach Fuzz
• Spundog..."He get's fifty bucks an hour" - woth every penny. EVERY MONDAY Bon ton roullet ( let the good times roll)
• This is ALOT better than karaoke! - the Libonator
• I forgot what I said before the sound reached your ear - Deacon Blues
• They just kinda lay around on the bottom for a few months - Neptune
• I think Reese is getting a little Blog Happy - Witchy Poo
• Sautee Coop had a good time at Verlie's and so did his friend Lee - Sautee Coop
• Happy Birthday Qzee and Becky

Sunday October 8th 2006

Sunday Jams

The Sunday jams seem to be getting better every week. If you want to hear some of the best musicians in Cleveland, you've got to stop down. Thanks to: Poop, Shawn, Mitchell, Kenny and Debbie, Mello, Frank "Silk" Smith, Wayne, Buddy, Josey, Roelondo, Keith, Chuck, Drummer Mike, and Greg. Here's what you said:

• Burns and Keith on dueling basses, the first time I've ever seen that! - Witchy Poo
• Such a good time! Ive been away too long!!! - Deb
• I don't wanna play, I don't wanna Blog, I came to drink, damn it! - Ken E
• Somebody help me! The blues got me sloppy drunk. Seriously, all these guys are too good to be real. I am truelu blessed - Deacon
• Oh my God! That bowling ball...it's my wife!!! No anchovies please - Woofer Goofer with the green teeth
• Last week i woke up in the same damn spot - Josey
• It's hard to explain. It's like describing a new color or smell. I actually heard something in the key of "H". It was beautiful - Burns
• I am a blog, I own a hog, who sits on a log, next to a frog, who is writing a blog - Evan
• Good to be back home again! Saw a lot of new faces and players. Enjoyed playing with the younger ones and all us old shits : ) Keep Rockin - Frank "Silk" Smith

Saturday October 7th 2006

Thirty Seconds Out

Last night was the debut of Thirty Seconds Out. They are an awesome original hard rock band. even thought their opening band bailed on them, they managed to cover the night and put on a great show. Look for the return of 3SO next year. Here's what you said:

• You're good, rock on - Deena and Junior
• 3So rocked my face off!!! Rawk on - Beavis
• There's a lot of women in here! Hubba Hubba - Big Daddy
• Heaven..I'm in Heaven!!! - Carlos
• very good band! Clean, bartender very nice! We will be back!!
• The band rocks! Bartender was great! I had a great time!
• That's right, that's right, I'm the Dad of that dude!! - Fernando Lamas
• Verlie's rocks - Jen
• Nowhere better than Verlie's to be on a Saturday night - Pat
• Kim is the best!! And the music's good too! I loved it all! What a great B-day
• I said it over and over again. I'd rather be in this place - Cookie

Tuesday October 3rd 2006

Jet Sam, Acoustic jams

Opening the night was our resident punk Eugene playing an acoustic set. Next up was Jet Sam from Israel. They are the first international band to play at Verlie's. When I saw the bassist was playing a rickenbacker, I liked them immediately. They were a mix of rock, fusion, funk. They reminded me of Rush, and the Police. An awesome rock band. We capped off the night with the acoustic jams featuring Jack and Joe. Thanks to the jammers: Bear, Roelondo, Botchie, Frank, Kimo, Jamil, Josey, Reese, Jeremy, Mayberry, Eugene. Here's what you said:

• Ya never know who you're gonna see @ Verlie's. A random visit = a random mark of inspiration - James/LSD
• Rick Wakeman and Christopher Squire DO both wear capes....wait a minute....Superman too - Johnny Socko
• He was a mean mother hubbard named a one eyed Jack - Wilson
• Botchie is a rhythm machine...you go big daddy - crazy momma
• I ain't heard crackers sing the blues like that since Mardi Gras - Mayberry
• Great Vibe! - Al
• That was suspended madness - the box
• Six nights a week! whoa! my head is spinning - Deacon Blues
• I think I burned ya nippa - Boshieka
• How can you have a paddling, if you don't write a blog! - leave those kids alone
• Roll me, or just eat me - Ki mo tha facka mo
• Alyson is hot - secret admirer
• The brain thinks in words, the soul thinks in music - Sleepy
• Jack and Joe play the blues white boys - mayberry
• Always amazing. Verlie's was rockin when I walked in, and it never stopped. Jack and Joe were amazing as usual. Botchie added, it's always fun - Jamil
• Sweet jam tonight, Jack and Joe you rock, and so many others. Jamil, Reese, Botchie, Josey, Kimo, and Frank on a bass that looked to be older than me. Verlie's you are the jam in my jelly roll! Tasty! - Jeremy
• Fantastic, great folks, wanna do it again - Frank

Sunday October 1st 2006

Sunday Night Jams

It's feeling like fall outside, and we had a cornucopia of jammers last night. Thanks to :By, Eric, Declan, Eugene, Kurt, Mello, Mitchell, Shawn, Josey, Sebastian, Matt, Hanna, Roelondo, and Bill Hach for showing up to play. Here's what you said:

• This is one of the best jam nights in Cleveland. So much good talent comes through this bar. Styles of all kind, thanks for having us up here, keep up the good jams as always, rock on!!! - Shawn Bennet
• Unexpected, music in the heart of the city - Dannywho!
• being from Akron, Verlie's opened their arms to me. I like to thank you for your lovely jam session on Sunday - Keyboardist Eric Sanders
• I'm back...still great music!!! Cheap drinks, free entertainment. What more can you ask for - Hreo George
• Caught you Verlie's, walked in on another musical orgy! Vickie you have something really great going, soon everyone will know about it. You have built it, and I won't stop coming. Was it good for you? - Grasshoppa
• This is the instant they infiltrate there insecure thoughts - Scott Eugene Merker
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• Thanks Verlie's for having me. Thanks Mike for pulling me off the shelf - Joseph
• Wanted: young woman single and free...experienced in love preferred but will consider a tranee!! - Dirk Dragon
• Duhaus Mesh - Evan