Tuesday February 28th 2006

Acoustic Jams / Fat Tuesday Party

It was a great Fat Tuesday party at Verlie's. Jacks special guest was Kristine Jackson, and they were both in top form. Not too many jammers but no one seemed to care as Jack and KJ rocked the night away. Thanks to Jeremy, Reese, Connie, Steve-O, Fred and Jamil for helping to make our first Fat Tuesday party a success. Here's what you had to say ...

• Blues On Fire - Let the fire burn! Whatta feelin! - Sleepy
• I miss Sister Betrill...Get well soon - Carlos Ramirez
• Nice to have you back Kristine...Welcome Home - Suzy
• Happy Mardi Gras to everyone, especially those people in New Orleans recovering from Katrina. Celebrate life, it is far too short - Jeremy
• I had a hell of a good spell of a time. Too bad work can't be like that - ???
• A good time was had by all at Verlies on Fat Tuesday. Jack and KJ were great as always. - Libby
• While all the jammers were excellent, Kristine should be a star. Or should I say she is. Liz and Art Maynard
• Great Jambalaya - Al
  

Sunday February 26th 2006

Sunday Jams

It was another great jam with most of the usual suspects stopping in to rock & roll at Verlie's.
Unfortunately Vickie wasn't feeling well and the Whammer Jammers were without Cleveland's finast keyboard player. Thanks to Kemo (great sushi dude!), Frank Silk, Neon Craig, Jeremy Terry, and Jose. Here's what you said...

• If tonight is the last night I see, I hope it is my last night - Hank
• I love this bar but Saturday and Sunday this bar has the wildest women in Cleveland and I love it - Unsigned
• Chemo - Thanks for the sushi. It was great. - Lady C
• Music is freedom...feel the power - Sleepy
• Get well soon Vickie - Carlos Ramirez
• I miss you Vickie. A keyboard without a keyboard player all nigh long. A keyboard is a terrible thing to waste. - Lady C
• I can't wait for Smiley Baldazar to play here on May 8th. It's going to be just a littlew bit better than Sunday Jam Night (maybe) - Burns
  

Saturday February 25th 2006

Jeremy Piteo

Jeremy who hosts our Friday after work party un plugged, was plugged in last night. Jeremy brought up some guest performers including Ken O, Mark, Reese, & Connie. Jeremy will be back for another plugged in show on April 14th, but in the mean time stop down Friday from 4-7 for our after work party where Jeremy performs acoustic every week. Here's what you said:

• Saturday night at Verlie's with Jeremy - wow - Maggie
• Verlie's the best bar in town, try it you might like it. Vickie & Ken, don't stop now, it gets better - PR Joe
• Saturday night, it's been fun, good bartender (Kimmy) and the drinks were good, but the band was great! Only at Verlie's the place to be - Jo
• Even if you feel really down this place will always cheer you up. The music, the people, and the owners always make you feel welcome - Mary B
• This was cool - Sleepy
• Another night at Verlie's, another night of life - T
• Verlie's you guys are the best. Thank you so much! I can't wait to do it again. Thanks to the help from my friends too! love ya's - Jeremy

Friday February 24th 2006

Bill Hach

I was feeling a little under the weather last night, but I had to come out to see my favorite Bill Hach. Bill is the only one I know who covers Satellite of Love by Lou Reed. Bill is a favorite at Verlie's, and not to be missed. Here's what you said:

• Verlie's is Cleveland at it's best, especially when Bill Hach sings and emotes. Verlie's is a great down home music venue -Susie OReily
• Ooooh noooo it's Mr. Bill again rockin Verlie's - Bubba
• Bill Hach is singing a zenith of songs - Brian
• Bill Hach: finger stylin, flat pickin, flemenco strummin, power chord strummin, melodic whailing, soft shreddin. Cool guy/guitar player singer - Burns
• Bill Hach
  Loves playing
  Out at the fabulous Verlie's and always has the
  Greatest time performing for all the cool folks who come! Plus Carol is the bomb! Thanks to all!! - Bill Hach

Wednesday February 22nd 2006

Hydra

Hydra is yet another example of the unbelieivable local talent that have played at Verlie's. They were heavy, yet melodic, and they kept the volume at a reasonable level. Hydra rocked the house with their original sound, and they did a kewl remake of Ride Captian Ride. The adience will now speak:

• Hydra is cool! Syncopation, great melodies, clean vocals, and again...ORIGINALS that kick ass. we need more...feed me! - Jeremy
• Hydra rocked! Verlie's Cafe is a great place. Nice people and great service! Libby is great! - Jen
• Life is a bowl of cherries; it's the pits are hard to chew or swallow - Fred S
• Thanx Verlie's rox!! - Jerry
• When you're looking for some fun, head on down to Verlie's Cafe, Where the beers are cold & the girls are crazy! Rock on - Alien
• This is a nice cozy bar with great service, thanks Libby! Hydra is awesome, I hope thye come back!! - Rose
• Thanks for inviting Hydra to play @ Verlie's Cafe. We had a great time in a very comfortable atmosphere. Peace! - Howard, Hydra
• Verlie's Cafe Rocks! Thanks so much to Vickie, nice job Ken. See ya soon - Mikey Buzz

Tuesday February 21st 2006

Acoustic Jams

Jack and Joe hosted the jams last night. Kimo was there early with his ukulele in tow. It really put a different spin on things, I don't think I ever heard a ukulele blues player, another first for Verlie's. Kristine Jackson showed up and debuted a couple of her latest originals. She is really coming into her own as a songwriter, and is developing her own style. KJ will be hosting next Tuesday along with Jack for our Fat Tuesday Party, so stop down for the festivities. Later in the night we had another surprize, Becky Boyd popped in and sang a couple of tunes with Jack & Kristine. Thanks to all the jammers including Jeremy, Reese, Freddie, & Mark for comin out as well. Here's what you said:

• Ah, Jack and Joe Brunetti, the best reason to come out on a Tuesday! I love this place, I can't say it enough. The beer's great too - Jeremy
• Like I said the only place I want to be on Sunday, Monday, & Tuesday - Hank
• I was so happy to see Kristine jammin with Jack when I walked in. It's always fun to sing with KJ. She rocks! Vickie & Kenny, thank you for the nice reception I always receive - Becky Boyd
• Entirely tooo much sickness in this joint. Thanks Jack ( knew I could count on you!) It's a good day, I've got no job, but we've got the funk. And full squad report for spring camp today! Play ball -Sleepy
• Where's Kristine?? Oh there she is! Nice to know I'm not the only one "doin" the "rag" Nice do-rag, nice tunes, and my God, there's Becky Boyd! Feed the damn Kitty - J

Sunday February 19th 2006

Sunday Night Jams

The frigid cold may have kept some away last night. If you didn't make it out, you missed one hell of a jam. We heated the joint up with some great music, and awesome improvisation. Thanks to Mike, Craig, Ken O, Terry, Jeremy, Mark, Jack, and Adam for comin down. Here's what you said:

• Whoa man, what a night. All the whammer jammers were spot on, even the extra jammers (present company included) had it goin on. Nothin like it baby! Verlie's rocks! - Jeremy
• What a night! The Whammer Jammers rock! Verlie's house singers filled the harmonies on Down by the River. An excellent night - Lady C
• The whole machine moved - that was the groovy part - Chris
• Whammer Jammers!!! You guys rock! When are you gonna start playin bigger venues? - Ken O
• Music is my mother, and Verlie's is my wife - Neon Craig
• It doesnt matter who is here- the music is th best in town - Sleepy
• The Drummer wants to practice more, but he doesn't have the "time" - Burns
• Thanks Verlie's! I'm jonesin sooo bad from the sore arm. I needed this jam!!! - Drummer Mike
• Why be anywhere else on Saturday or Sunday - Maggie

Friday February 17th 2006

3 north

3north's drummer was MIA, so it ended up being 2 north unplugged. Don brought some other friends to sit in as well, and it turned into an all out jam. We also had some comic relief from up and coming comedian Ed Golden performing on the break. It was a really spontaneous night which is what Verlie's is all about. Here's what you said:

• Great show 3 north, even though there were only 2 - Jeremy
• Vickie thanks for the practice on stage someday - Ed
• 3 north is awesome!! - Linda
• Eurika 3 north no need to go any farther than Verlie's - Nice Guy Joe
• 3 North Jams with the free pizza - "Bubba" Ohio City Pizza
• I must blog! Everyone must blog! Playing with 3 North was cool. It was a real party atmosphere, I love this bar - Sleepy
• Best of times I've never had, and I am glad for Verlie's - JC
• Vickie Verlie got up and sang tonight, and I really enjoyed it, she sounded great! I love this bar - Mary B
• Get down, wish up, enjoy, I love being here - Les
• I don't need no f**ckin straw - Sister Batryl
• It was great tonight, music, singing, dancing, loved it - Stoney

Wednesday February 15th 2006

Minute of Arc, Milksop

Minute of Arc kicked things off. This power trio had a really full sound. Although the vocals gave them a modern sound, it was reminiscent of classic/progressive rock. The band was tight, with plenty of dynamics to keep it interesting. Next up was Milksop. These guys had a heavier sound, but were still very enjoyable. They put on a great show, and had alot of stage presence. Once again not alot of blogs, here's what was turned in:

• Minute of Arc is the best local band I've seen in I don't know when. Awesome - Andrew of Mute
• Milksop...interesting name for an interesting band. We need more original groups in here, excellent! Verlie's is where it's at - Jeremy
• First time here, great rock n roll bar with friendly staff...makes you feel like you have found home
• Milksop put on an explosive performance, rattling the windows and very souls of those lucky enough to be within earshot. Even the elderly lady across the street likely found it impossible not to tap her foot along with the infectious rhythms produced tonight. A knockout offering, matched only by the incredible mixing of the sound tech @ Verlie's - Tom from Earth to Julie
• I came to Verlie's not knowing what to expect. Minute of Arc tends to be a little loud so I was worried about the size. I like playing smaller places. I like being on floor level. It makes it seem like your playing a party. All in all Verlie's is a rad place to play. I would love to come back - Rick

Tuesday February 14th 2006

Acoustic Jams

Jack brought along 2 co-hosts last night. Steve Kittle Sr on guitar & Jr (Little Stevie) on bass. It was Little Stevie's first official gig and he did great, at only 15 years old, he's got a bright future ahead of him. Thanks to Jeremy, Kimo, Reese, Bear, Jose, Mike, and Connie for coming out. Heres what you said:

• The evening was fantastico! - Carlos a go go
• Happy Valentines day Verlie's! I hope everyone does some lovin', touchin' and squeezin tonight! I love you all. You Rock! - Jeremy
• Little Stevie did an excelltent job on bass tonight! He followed Jeremy on his originals, even though he had never heard them before - Lady C
• This club rocks, rock on Verlie's - Vic, Lu, Pelo
• This was fun, but then it's always fun, thanks everybody - Sleepy
• Help! I needed some blues for the sore arm blues! Thanx Jack & co. You and Verlie's are good medicine! - Drummer Mike
• Verlie's keeps on Rockin in the free world -S. Kittle
• It goes to show you, talent comes in many shapes, sizes, and ages. Love this joint - J
• First time here, so I'll tell it like it is. I am glad I'm here! The music was out of sight, I'll be back - Jim Brown

Sunday Febraury 12 2006

Sunday Night Jams

There was a golden ring around the full moon last night, and the jammers were out in full force. Thanks to Don, Chris, Jose, Jeremy, Jackson, Mike, Georgeanne, Neon Craig, Alberto, Freaky Bob, Honeycomb, and Jackson for sitting in. Here's what you said:

• Such a nite, such a nite! Vickie, Kenny, Evan, Jason, Connie, Honeycomb, Al, Jose, Georgeanne, Mike, Jeremy, Don, and Nanci. How could life get any better? What i mean to say is: Everybody makes me feel alright - Sleepy
• Good Golly Miss Molly! THat was the "hardest rockest" of "Moondance" I ever heard! Jam on Verlie's!! Happy Birthday Hope! Drummer Mike
• Verlie's, why be anywhere else on Sunday night. The music is unforgettable - Maggie
• February is here, and so are the bills. I love Sundays @ Verlie's - Neon Craig
• Wild Dog has a degree in enginering, so be real nice to him -K
• I just know on Sunday the only place I would rather be is out of town - Hank
• It smells like pee-pee by the door! - Burns
• You guys sound so good every time I'm here - Grumpy Tatoos
• I always have a good time here - Rick
• This is to Vickie & Ken. What a great job you're doing for all the jammers. Tonight was the best for '06- PR Joe
• Wild & Crazy, kinda funky kinda night...wow! As always it's a pleasure playing with such great musicians! And hats off to the newest jammer on the drums-Chris! Love you guys - Georgeanne
• Vickie, Ken, thanks for having me at another magnificent jam here. This place really does feel like home...until 2:30. See ya again! - Jeremy

Saturday February 11th 2006

Implied Logic

Last night was the return of implied Logic hailing from the Akron area. It's always a party when Implied Logic comes to town, and last night was no exception. The band debuted their new CD "Covering Our Asses". Look for the return of Implied Logic April 15th. Here's what you said:

• Verlie's, rockin nite life - Sue
• I have been coming here for at least 15 years, I love it! - Debbie
• I love this bar, yes including Vickie and Kenny - John
• Verlie's, once again I'm so happy to be included as a member of the culture here! Good people, good people, and good people. Oh and btw thanks for stocking my beverage of choice - Declan
• I remember Verlie's being an old timers bar, which was great. But what they have going on now is really entertaining, fun, and full of excitement. I had an awesome time tonight - Jill
• Don't you wish Saturday Nights at Verlie's would last forever! The music and the company takes you away to another world! - Georgeanne
• Verlie's, Long standing, wldly diverse, yet some how familiar like an old friend. Or...exciting like an ever new attraction, moving heart and soul, warming the blood forever - Ed Amann

Friday February 10th 2006

Hot Mouth

Dan was rockin the house with his eclectic mix of classic & modern rock. We had a couple a guest performers. Don from 3 North sat in for a couple, as well as Jeremy Piteo. 3 north will be playing next Friday, and Jeremy will be playing every Friday during happy hour for our Friday after work party. A good time was had by all, here's what you said:

• Verlie's Cafe, best bar in town - Burns
• I feel that the music was great and the people were even greater - Adam
• It was so good I had to urinate in my pants - Hotmouth
• Very interesting & diverse. Enjoyed this fun atmosphere - Deaqua
• Hotmouth, a pleasure as always. I woulda been happy to watch and listen, but you were kind enough to share your night with me, thanks much man. This place is a total melting pot. You must melt with us! - Jeremy

Wednesday February 8th 2006

Mob Scene

Another awesome metal night, and another stellar band. Mob Scene hail from the Akron area. They were able to perform the whole night. They added some covers, as well as a couple of remakes to their awesome originals to fill out the night. If you like classis 80's metal, then Mob Scene is a band to catch. Here's what you said:

• Citizens of Cleveland, on your feet or on your knees. Verlie's is the temple of rockin! Hey! Hey!! Heeeeey!!!!!Bang your heads! - J
• Not too many metal bands play that good ol 80's metal like Mob Scene does. High piercing vocals & a steady beat definitely takes one down meteals memory lane, especially at Verlie's, the music hot spot! Rock on! - Mike
• THese guys are powerful. Their music is strong. They make you feel alive! - Bernie
• Verlie's Cafe - Best spinach artichoke dip anywhere in Ohio. And, Mob Scene rules! - Les & Jan
• Mob Scene True classic metal at it's best! These guys smoke! Great time - Brian
• Wanna see & hear some real rock n roll? Be here at Verlie's Wednesday nites to find out - DM
• Mob Scene baby! These guys play the good stuff, the kind I can understand the words to! They kicked ass, thanx Verlie's you've done it again! - Jeremy
• Drove from Akron in a blizzard to see Mob Scene at Verlie's! Had a great time with some great people. Thanks Vickie & Libby! - Les & Jan
• Metal night @ Verlie's Cafe was alive and rockin! Vickie Ken and the Crew treated us amazingly well, and the closeness to the fans made this an experience to remember. Can't wait to come back for the metal of it! - Mob Scene

Tuesday February 7th 2006

Acoustic Jams

Last nights hosts were Jack & Joe and a cast of thousands....well maybe not thousands, but a good turn out none the less. Kristine Jackson (KJ) the original host of the Tuesday night jams came down after finishing up in the "Love, Janis" show. The show will be finishing up soon, so look for Kristine to guest host with Jack again. Also thanks to Reese, Connie, Jeremy, Freaky Bob, Kimo, Drummer Mike, Jamil, Freddy, Brian, & Donzo for comin out to play. Here's what you said:

• Verlie's, Verlie's, Verlie's, what can I say. The Music was great as always. Jack led the way with Joe & KJ. Kimo pickin was fine. I can't wait until next time - Jamil
• Verlie's again proves it's the best kept secret on the west side. A unique watering hole this place hosts some of the best unknown talent in all of Cleveland. Check it out! - Pete
• This bar f**kin rocks! - Mad Max
• It's cozy, most people think on what to say, we think on what to play - Brian
• Where else but Verlie's...I said just a couple, because I was going home to get up early. KJ walks in and I am done. I will have to suffer tomorrow - Hank
• Vickie Verlie Rock! What a great find! - Alison
• V stands for... - Freaky Bob
• No more beer Connie, club soda! I think I'm done too. Gotta cold, cold feelin' Gonna dig some blues witchu - Sleepy
• What was that? That great sound of music, when Verlie's gets down it's always great - Cat in the Hat
• Whee! I love this place. If the sun refused to shine, if mountains crumble to the sea, I will still love Verlie's. Can't you see, can't you see, what that Vickie been doin' for me! - Jeremy
• What a surprize...so glad I stopped in...where else can I lay down some tasty blues, and share in some sorrow with Clevelands kindest people. No matter who you are, you can feel what you want in this joint. And tonight...well, we felt the blues - K. Jackson

Saturday February 4th 2006

Ohm

The threat of a big snow storm may have kept some away last night. But Ohm delivered a night of high energy music and wowed all that were there. Ohm is an original band from the Youngstown area that I think could go far. They threw in some copies to mix it up, but still done in Ohm style. Ohm is another band on my list of "bands to watch". Here's what you said:

• Ohm was so funkadelic, I feel spiritualized, literally - Andrew of Mute
• My first time seeing Ohm. I hope it won't be the last. Good originals, tight clean sound, and what a voice on the singer! Awesome - Jeremy
• Ohm's original songs were melodic, and I would like to hear them again. Refreshing! and such a young band! -Lady C
• Verlie's is a fun place, Ohm was rockin the house - Kara
• Good music, great people, always a good time - Mike K
• Great drinks, great friends, great music!! - Jeff

Friday February 3rd 2006

Blues on Fire

Blues on Fire was on fire last night. We were honored that they asked us to host their debut performance, and we wang dang doodled all night long. Here's what you said:

• The band is great. Need more of this kind of music. The bar has a great atmosphere - Jack
• Blues on Fire, the band rocks! Don, Jamil, KC, Freddy, Kick my butt! - T. J.
• GLBC Love it!! This band rocks!!! - Dan
• Verlie's rocks...literally!! -Stephanie
• Dortmunder is the best!! 2.50 the best price in town - Don
• Verlie's Cafe, the place to be. Go Verlie' - John
• Fun is what Verlie's is all about!!! Carlos Ramirez millionaire playboy, and owner of the discoteque
• The band was beautiful, simply wonderful - Charlotte
• KC sings beautiful, and the band was fabulous - Willie
• I had a wonderful time! The band was awesome.
• This band was great! I enjoyed the entire time! I will be back - Rock the Doc
• Even without the smokers in the bar, Blues on Fire was still burning down the house - Bubba
• Blues on Fire is on fire, thanks for a great night! - Nanci
• We love you Frank - Reese & Nanci
• Adam Constantine! Oh My! - Sleepy
• I love the band! - WIllie Baily
• I want more places on this side of town to offer this type of live entertainment. Live music is dying, thank goodness for the holdout! - Cricket
• Good seeing & playing with "Blues on Fire" KC, the band sounds good and Verlie's is a great place to debut the group. Hats off to Jamil, Adam, Fred, Eric & Don. As always, I love the crowd, makes playing Maggot Brain a pleasure!!! Love ya all - Frank "Silk" Smith