Wednesday June 28th 2006

Cleveland Homegrown with Elephant Bones

Elephant Bones is another band on my short list of bands to watch in Cleveland. This high energy trio had everybody watching. THey are a melding of so many styles. I could hear touches of Elvis Costello, CCR, Paul Simon, Beatles, Burton Cummings if you can imagine that. It proves that they are a truly original band! Don't miss Elephant Bones when they return on September 2nd. Here's what you said:

• The Indians blew it but Elephant bones were stupendous! - Sigmond
• Hey Verlie's we need to hear this band on a Friday night. THey are really good! - Rose
• Boy was Verlie's rockin on Wednesday. They had a good band Elephant Bones. Good place to stop and catch some live music - Zena
• The Sausage Sandwiches were good, the Elephant Bones were too! I knew if I stayed long enough, then I wouldn't be blue! Thanks Verlie's! - Herr Mullet Meister
• THese guys make me wanna dance. Everybody do the "Hank"! I'll bet God's doing it, but they have better music. So far, Verlie's is a close second place - Grasshoppa
• Clevelanda Homegrown stuff at Verlie's is the best stuff man. Come on in and smell what Vickie's cookin' - The Germ
• Elephant Bones were a really good band. I would pay to see them. Great sound great vocals - The Libonator
• Upbeat sounds, sharp changes, cool lyrics, Elephant Bones rattled and rolled us tonite! Great job guys! Your originals rock!! Compliments to the drummer, too - Drummer Mike
• Now I've reached the other side left myself behind Days have gone, tears been cried. Spent eternity in my mind. It's good to see you my friends, I shouldn't have been so blind to things that meant most to me, and wasted all my time - The Germ
• Elephant Bones was good. That was the first time I heard someone cover "get off my cloud" and they have some catchy originals. Homegrown baby, can't beat it! Verlie's is chock full o' talent - Jeremy
• Everything I need to know, I learned at Verlie's. Mainly, learn some counting crows covers - Elephant Bones

Tuesday June 27th 2006

Acoustic Jams

Tuesday jams with Jack and Joe. There were alot of guitar players, and it turned into a slide extraviganza! Thanks to all who came including: Kimo, Zach, Declan, Deep Voiced Dave, Neon Craig, Reese, Jeremy and Ken O. Here's what you said:

• I have been coming to Verlie's for the last 20 years...My home away from home! - Big Ed
• Tuesday evening news! guess I caught my limit - Neon Craig
• The band kick's ass -G Rock
• The band was great!
• Unfortunately I do know what I'm missing...Forever because I'm no scoundrel - Integrity
• My mission is to harness the twang! - Kimo
• THanks to all, it was a real treat to have so many great players here tonite! "Guitar City" - Jack

Sunday June 25th 2006

Sunday Night Jams

It was one of the best jams we've had in a while. We had some new jammers including 2 keyboardists, Don and Luigi. THanks to all the jammers including Frank "Silk" Smith, Roelondo, Jeremy, John, Declan, Jackson, Eugene, Don, Jeremy P, Ken-O, and Neon Craig. Here's what you said:

• Wow what a jam, I haven't heard anything to top this ever!! - Joe
• Sittin on the dock of the bay was sweeeet as silk, Frank "Silk" Smith that is - Sista B
• I think Kimmy has a great laugh - Evan
• Rockin on the moon...Rock, Rock, Rock, Rockin on the moon. Rock, Rock, ROck, tonight! - Sleepy
• What a beautiful day for a jam this was. I am glad to have so many friends to play with. Fun, fun, fun! - Jeremy
• Call me anal boy, I know it's a jam, but Neon Craig needs lyrics. I dig the screaming, but this ain't a butcher shop. Leave the weird noises to the musicians - Grasshoppa
• Sunday Jam Nights will never be the same without Hank. The Music will speak for him now. THanks Hank for inventing the Hankenstien shuffle - Burns
• I hope I did as I should, I did the best I could. Love ya Hank -Neon Craig
• You guys should here the band up here - HJC
• Hank, we miss you - Maggie
• I just found out yesterday that Hank "the dancer" passed away. He was such a good friend and inspiration for my playing when ever I would see and talk with him. I know he left doing what he enjoyed most. I'll miss you "brother" Love you! Everybody at Verlie's will souly miss you. Love Always - Frank "Silk" Smith
• There is a chicken riding on a motorcycle on TV - the Butler
• Burns is hot tonight, "Drinking Post" indeed, Jason - the Germ
• you can't dance and stay uptight, it's a supernatural delight - Van Morrison

Friday June 23rd 2006

The Cleveland Country band, Lost State of Franklin, Derek Deprator

It was our first show with Jennifer from Starloft, and hopefully it wont be the last. 1st up The Cleveland Country Band got the party going. They were a tight 6 piece with nice harmonies. Second was the headliner Lost State of Franklin. What an awesome surprize, not your run of the mill country band. They were some serious pickers. With a cool upright bass, mandolin, and some trumpet too. Finally finishing off the night was Derek Deprator. He was like a slide playing Lou Reed in drag. He brought along a trio, and played some banjo as well. All in all a really diverse and fun night. Here's what you said:

• The Cleveland Country Band Friday Night. Great, Great, Great, oh what a night! - Mardi
• CCB is tits! - The b-day girl Megan
• Cleveland Country Band Rocks! I haven't had this much fun since Winn Dixie! - Steve
• Verlie's needs more of these bands! Cleveland Country Band!
• 1st time at Verlie's. We were greeted with cold pabst and free jello shots, courtesy of Joe at the end of the bar. It was worth the drive from Detroit for this sweet Cleveland oasis. We're honeymooning in Cleveland! - John & Elena "the newlyweds"
• Sound was great all the bands rocked!!! CCB, J Scott Franklin, Derrek Deprater Great!! Good Times! - The Cowboys
• Hey Verlies well it's been fun. Sorry It had to end. I'm glad I stopped in. I hope the band won't stop coming. Until we meet again your friend - Don
• Eureka! here at 46th and Storer I found it. Lots of young happy people enjoying a night of free music and cold beer with new friends - Drift Clevelander
• Seats are great. Some better than others. God you make me happy - Cookie
• I used to work at the leather tanning factory behind KMart on W 65th. I always wondered what was happening down Storer in that neighborhood. That was 12 years ago. What a treat to find Verlie's with not only many CLevelanders in attendance, but also many people from the neighborhood. It was like stepping back into the good parts of the 60's - J. Scott Franklin www.loststateoffranklin.com
• Verlie's is saweeet dude - Rhia
• I love Verlie's!!! Great music-unbelievable service- the best people- definitely the best time I've had in ages! Can't wait to be back!! LSOF rules - Lisa Marie
• Lost State of Franklin Rocks! Tight harmonies. Book them again with CCB
• I had such fun at Verlie's Cafe with the Derek Deprater Band. That drummer rocks! - Love Jessie Lee
• We love Verlie's Cafe! But we love Derek Deprater even more! - Kristen & Mary

Wednesday June 21st 2006

Cleveland Home grown w Burning Sage

Burning Sage an all female trio made their debut @ Verlie's last night. THey opened the night with an acoustic set. THen finished the night with the whole band. Here's what you said:

• If you weren't here on Wednesday you missed a great band. Burning Sage did a great job. Lots of fun always @ Verlie's - Mimi
• Awesome drum solo - Gurl Power
• WHats up with the Chicks with picks?, and Sticks? A good time but need more discipline - Love Declan
• I haven't seen an all-girl band, or even heard of one since my mom's band "disturbin the peace" Girl power- Jeremy
• Verlie's cafe you rock - burning sage inc
• Burning Sage was smokin - Sigmond
• Homo Rock starts rock better than womo rock starts - Poop
• Burning Sage unleashed the power of women. Blessed be! - Kristine

Tuesday June 20th 2006

acoustic Jams singer/songwriter night

Last nights hosts were Jack Charlton and Becky Boyd. A good friend to us all Hank (or Hanky Panky as I called him) passed away on Tuesday. It kind of turned into a party for Hank, and we decided to dedicate the blog to him. Hank was a fan of the blog he read it every day, and wrote in it. If you search through the archives you can find his comments signed HJC or just plain Hank. In fact it was because of him that we started this blog. He would always tell me "you gotta tell em what they missed the night before", and so it goes. Hank was even more of a fan of the jams. Not only at our bar but all over town. I'm sure you've seen him dancing "the Hank" at any number of local music spots. Hank was old school. He reminded me of so many people I knew groing up who came in Verlie's that are no longer with us. He danced to the beat of his own drummer, and lived life to the fullest. I'm gonna miss him. If you weren't there last night , you can visit the obit page of the PD, and leave your comment in the guest book. Hank I will also link back to here in my comment. Links to Pics of Hank: 1 2 3 4 5 6 Here's what you said:

• Today is a sad day, our friend Hank passed away. He always came to all the gigs, buy us a beer, and dance the "Hank Jig" I will miss ol' Hank. Rest is peace buddy - Love Becky
• Brother Hank, I miss you already. Me & WIllie were cool. Dance baby dance. I'll see ya soon - Sleepy
• Hank was awesome. He will never be 4gotten - Linda Lou
• Hank my friend...I love and miss you. You brought out so much good in me, and now you have the finest of dance partners. THanks for being you and bless you - Jeremy
• God bless you Hank! Regardless of what you may have believed in. We know you believed in having fun! I hope eternity is full of it - Dave
• Hank we will miss you - The Gannons
• Here's to Hank: His spirit took wing, One dark and stormy night, THunder and lightning, he flew into the light, Went out dancing, Dance the night away at Verlie's Cafe - Kristine
• Hank, baseball will not be the same, God rest your soul - Bubba
• Hank, you're one dancin mother fucker, and I like your earings too - Sista B
• Hank "Mahalo" Brah This is tuff...I don't care, I will miss you! I will look over my shoulder and see you! You are an individual with character, and so much yourself. Dance, you got it Brah! I willl dedicate a song to you. Baah da hue mako aloha no ka ko. Hope the next world is good too! - Kimo
• Hank will be missed. Never caused any problems, and enjoyed the music dancing. A joy to be around - Mr Hero George
• Hank was a good man, and he had a big heart. Love to have fun, and dance all night - Melinda
• Hank, here's to ya bud. You were one cool dude. Loved your dance through life, smilin all the way -Howie
• Hankster! Best of luck in your new surroundings! Meet ya soon - Neon Craig
• Hank is the man
• Hank, too bad you couldn't stick around a little longer. But, God bless you brother. It was a pleasure knowing you -Roelondo
• Hank we'll miss you - Rhino
• I swear I keep waiting for that lovable, dancing bald head to come groovin through the door. As good a time as this is, it feels empty. Miss you Hank - Grasshoppa
• See you on the other side - Al
• My last conversation with Hank! Burns: (hands Hank a picture that he drew of a guy with a large cock that the guy smashed through the back of her head) Hey Hank, what do think of this picture. Hank: Good picture, but I would never do that. Burns: HA, HA, HA, that's not possible, even if I had an 11" cock, it would be impossible to so. Hank: HA, HA, HA your right! Hit this thing
• I guess you were lyin, I'm gonna miss you buddy - Bambi
• Hank used to say: If I die tomorrow, I would be one happy mother fucker - Toby
• Hank was an icon. As much as any musician on the scene- Suzy Lee
• Hank, Hope you don't miss a thing, but we will miss you!!! Dance in peace - Jack
• Hank, you went the way you lived, on the edge of night and day. You will look down on us and know you didn't leave the party, you joined and improved a new one! - Love Declan
• Hank loved his Miller lite, his dancing, and the women! He loved the live music at Verlie's. He would dance all night. He was well loved, and a great friend. And a laugh to be around. I'll well miss pouring his beers for him, I will miss him - Libby
• We're only dancing on this earth for a short while - Cat Stevens

Wednesday June 14th 2006

Black Night Red, E-dubs, Earth to Julie

The second installment of our Cleveland Homegrown series. THis week Black Night Red kicked things off. THese guys are an up and coming band fronted by a powerful female vocalist. Second on the bill was Edub. It was thier first official gig, and it was a delightful surprize. They had a jazzy modern funky reggae sound. Finally we had the headliner Earth to Julie. This high energy band were switching off instruments, and lead vocalist every other song, and were very entertaining. Here's what you said:

• Yet another music filled day for me, how cool. I really got it made sometimes. Thanks again Vickie and Kenny for givin me a house to rock in! -Grasshoppa
• Edus you guys are sooo awesome! Lyrics that hit home, and smooth sound. I love to hearf a real upright bass for a change. Some sweet originals - Lady C
• Cleveland Homegrown - nothing satisfies quite like the stuff from your own garden. Black Night Red gave us a cool set. Hope to see them again. Love that upright bass....(haven;t even heard it yet) First gig, nice sound. You guys willl do well. -Sleepy
• What do they got a lot of sand, we got a hot crustacean band - Sebastian
• Funky, punky, funky, when I come to Verlie's I am a Cleveland Homegrown junkie - Snork
• The night was...humid - Owen
• Black night red rocked my socks off. A spectacular mix of high and low energy rock and roll complimented by excellent musicianship. Singer Chelsea exudes a level of charisma I have yet to see an equal to - Tom from Earth to Julie

Sunday June 11th 2006

Sunday Night Jams

THe Whammer Jammers were back together after a 2 week hiatus. THanks to all the jammers including Poop, John, Jeremy, Roelondo, Don, Drummer Mike, Al, Ken O, Patrick, Mike, Georgeanne, and Declan. Here's what you said:

• Come to Verlie's to hear some of the best jam sessions in town. Some of best musicians around play there Sunday night jam night at Verlie's. Wow! - PR Joe
• Georgeanne you rock mamma! Peaceful is the only way to go. Rhino and "Vic Wakeman" were tight tonight. (It's a yin-yabg thang) Groove Evan groove! Goodnight John Boy - Sleepy
• You just can't get enogh of Verlie's. I know I can't - Lady C
• THere is NOWHERE else in Cleveland where you can go and see this much talent gathered in one place! THere should be a line out the door on Sunday night! The stars shine bright at Verlie's - Georgeanne
• Maiden, Mother, Crone. Honor you moon time - THe womos
• THank my creator for the gift of song. To take and be able to appreciate it's healing powers is enough. But to be inclined to give that back and share it with any open ear is truly a marvel and a blessing. This house truly does rock! - Jeremy
• Full Moon Sunday and wonder of Monday. If I'm gonna make this moon. Three first @ bats, 2 outs & a double. Must be the moon is June, damn it's great here - Neon Craig
• Whammer - mothafuckin'- Jammer, man that's music done right. It ain't nothin but a Verlie's house party up in here, and if you're missin it, you best be wishin you wasn't...bitches! - the Germ
• Sunday at Verlie's Cafe was rocking. I closed the peanut and made my way to Verlie's and boy am I glad I did. THe place was a rockin, what a great time - The Libonator
• There is a place where demonic spirits and thoughts are purged from the soul. We are blogging, you are running our Blog - Ken O
• I dropped a blog with corn in it at Verlie's - Burns
• Thank you Verlie's! The Sunday jams always kill those bad blues...and give you blues to play instead! - Drummer Mike
• It's blog, it's blog, it's big it's heavy it's wood. It's blog, it's blog, it's better than than bad, it's good - Evan
• THis place is my fav place to play -Ken O
• I smell Poop, I hope I don't have to scrape it off my shoe! Rock me Verlie's, rock me all night long - Grasshoppa
• I wrote a song today in 4 hours, and it's all because of Verlie's Cafe! I love this place! Keep it a "no Springer zone" and keep it rockin and rollin for many anniversaries to come -the new meanie

Saturday June 10th 2006

Implied Logic

Last night was the return of our old friends Implied Logic. They had John Byrd filling in on bass while Crystal is out of commission. she showed up and sang and played some percussion. It's always fun when implied logic plays, don't miss they're next show on August 5th. Here's what you said:

• Verlie's Cafe...The greatest place on earth! If ya wanna know why...you gotta stop by and see for yourself! - Crystal
• Crystal the one arm percussionist, you go girl!!! Gurl power!! - the blue power ranger
• WHen you can hang together and the music is in you...priceless - Fred S
• You're not high girl, you're my girl - Mardi
• Verlie's on a Saturday night, no words can describe it - MHG
• Implied Logic really brought back memories - Maggie
• Toy boat, Toy boat, Toy boat, and toy boat ta boot - Toby Tyler
• When a negative thought comes into your head, erase it and put on a happy face. Cause when you're smiling the whole world smiles with you - Sista B

Friday June 9th 2006

B & B abriance, Watson 387, and Saucy Jack

What an eclectic night of music! The boys from B & B abriance kicked things off with some awesome progressive acoustic music. It was like listening to Steve Howe and Martin Barre jammin out. But actually it was Brian and Brian from DOHM and I was blown away. Next up was Watson 387 who came in after doing another show at Peabodys. Finally we had Saucy Jack, an awesome cover band with 2 females. Look for DOHM to return on September 23rd, and Saucy Jack some time this fall. Here's what you said:

• Hell yah! Saucy Jack had a great time at the Verlie's Cafe. Rockin people, and fantastic sound, and perfect hosts. Thank you Verlie's - Saucy Jack
• Verlie's is splendid, Verlie's is great, Verlie's is warm, and ambient, and delightful. We appreciate the love, and support. We all love playing at your fine establishment. DOHM is there for you, as Verlie's is there for DOHM. Thanks you - Brian P
• These are the voyages of the starship Verlie's. Skin heads and screamo's. Beam me up Scotty - James T Kirk
• Oh Blog me! It's Friday night and the rock n roll has drawn me into it's narcotic nirvana of mysticism! Thanks Carol does she really go in the mens room? - Declan
• Verlie's rocks and so do the bands! West side! - KC from Out of Print
• This band kicks ass! - JJ Quick
• I had a great time - Adam D Crawford
• You will never see this again...these guys (B&B DOHM) will be playing huge arenas - Sigmund
• Saucy Jack loves Verlie's

Wednesday June 7th 2006

Cleveland Homegrown with CCJR

We kicked off our first installment of our original music showcase series Cleveland Homegrown. Thanks to Barb and Mandee from exciting city magazine for the feature this week. CCJR was the first band to play. Singer Cassie's vocals are reminiscent of Grace Slick, and the band is awesome. CCJR will return on August 18th, be sure to check them out. And check out Cleveland homegrown every Wednesday @ Verlie's featuring the best in local bands! Let's start living up to our self proclaimed title of "Rock and roll capitol of the world" Come out and support Cleveland music!! Here's what you said:

• The evening was great! CCJR is quite a talented band and a great choice to kick off the original music night. Verlie's Cafe is very impressive, and the atmosphere rocked. I highly recommend the weekly show - Keith
• CCJR rocks! All originals with great lyrics. Cassi it's good to see you again. Too bad neither of us won that car - Lady C
• CCJR were a breath of fresh air, and it ain't often I can't describe a bands sound. Incomparable, that's the word! - Jeremy
• Carlos sez: CCJR? SI Si Senor
• Verlie's is the place to rock out! Great people, great sound, great crowd, you just can't go wrong. Verlie's supports local music, so local music support Verlie's! Vickie, Kenny, Libby, take care of business, Keep Rockin - Rich, Bass/CCJR
• CCJR, hung like a squirrel - U-Man
• I love the jello song! It speaks to me - Grasshoppa
• CCJR is great, but antenna head kicks ass - John Reese
• Hey this is Cassie here from CCJR. Let me tell you, talk about a high energy show! Not just because of us, because of the incredible sound quality and patrons. Thanks to everyone that came out -Cassie
• What a night! good times, good crowd, can't wait to come back August 18th. Verlie's rocks!! - J Dog/CCJR

Sunday June 4th 2006

Sunday night Jams

Another Sunday with the Whammer Jammers. We had former Whammer Sean filling in on drums. Thanks to all the jammers including: Georgeanne, Jack, Poop, Terry, John, Bear, Ken O, Mullet Mike, Jeff the Gothfather, Eugene, John, Byron, and Matt sitting in. Here's what you said:

• There's always good times and great friends here! Nice to see everyone again! - Georgeanne
• Poop is the shit - Sista B
• WHammers are Jammin tonight!!! Low Rider - cool. Roadhouse Blues, Poopin da house! I never liked going downtown much untill I discovered Verlie's - The Masked Mister
• The Verlie's House Band - Try Vickie's Hot Buttered Popcorn
• Tonight was great! The only thing missin was the peanut on the floor. Poop went "Roadhouse" on us, the Whammer Jammers pulled out some new tunes, and jammed o-plenty -Jeremy
• Verlie's, haven't been here in a while. Sure do miss the people, and all the good jams - PR Joe
• Jason Burns is one nasty bass player. Not nasty, NAS - TAY - Anon Blond
• It's all fun and games til the flying monkeys attack! - SLeepy
• I Always have fun when I come here! And who's that drummer Sean? He was f#**kin awesome! And Burns soloing over Cissy is always an awesome thing to see...think he practices? - Da Tweeker
• Jane Sez- Little wing, and stairway to heaven jane loves
• WHo ate the urinal cake and didn't share it with anybody - Burns
• They should change the name of the song to "Vicke Strut". She was wailin' tonight! You go girl! - Grasshoppa
• What a great time tonight! i got to jam with the Whammer Jammers, on my own tunes! Georgeanne with the flute, Sean kickin' them skins, Connie still a wild woman, and I smell Poop! - The new Meanie
• Vick U rock. 1st run in 6 month, serious recoup from broken flangee. Loved playin with in! I love songbird!!! Janedough rocks!! - Byron
• Hey Verlie's! Thanks for letting me play with the whammer jammers again 2 night! It's always the highlight of my week. It's just such a gas, it's really been inspiring. Makin music is so enlightening, so fun, I'm happy. Verlie's you enabler! - Bozly

Friday June 2nd 2006

Buffalo Creek B-day Bash

It was a Birthday celebration for Don, Rodger, and Chuck, and Buffalo Creek brought the party to Verlie's. The Buffalo Creek Music Company was in top form with Denison Dave, Benny, Fat Ray, Mike, Jeremy, Jack, Rick, Craig, Ken O, Connie, and Roelondo. Buffalo Creek will return on Saturday July 22nd, see ya then. Here's what you said:

• I am always amazed at the talent here at Verlie's. Love to be back in the hood with good people and great drinks. Love ya all - Fat Ray
• No Sleeping on the job...Sleepy - Sigmund
• Jeremy's voice needs to be heard! - Mary
• It's special night. A blast from the past. 3 Birthdays and friends long time and it's an instant reunion - GZ
• And the music love vibe prevailed...I get by with a little help from my friends - Me and my six strings
• Happy Birthday, Don, Rodger, and Chuck. There's a house on the west side of Cleveland, they call the house of the rising stars...and it's been the ruin of man, love affairs - cause I just can't stay home -Sleepy
• I've got blisters on by sisters and my saddle is sore, musta been a night with Buffalo Creek. It was worth it, who could ask for more? - Grasshopper
• These Guys are fuckin awesome! Fat Ray- WTF how does he do that? Mikey doing "wipe out"!! Don- he's a born leader, Rodger Marcus - fuckin awesome - Big Noiz
• Celebrate Life!!! - Morticia
• When you see triples : 111, 222, is it the universe telling you that everything is in line? - Raven Womo
• Mardi, was doing the wild thing cuz she is the original wild woman - The Sigster
• Push & shove, push and shove...relax, blend, feel...be - Sista B
• Happy, Happy, Happy and I got to see it and play Verlie's - Neon Craig
• You're going into cyberspace without a suit - Donny Osmond
• I'm listeneing to Sweet Home Alabama and I feel good. It's Don's Birthday & the band sounds great! - Mary B
• It turned into a contrified hippie musical love fest, yeehah! - Ultra Man
• These guys are really good - Pat Lakewood
• My thumb husrts. I need to dip it in cider - Ed G
• Verlie's Rocks, cum every chance you get - Rick
• Buffalo Creek, happy B-day Chuck, Rodger, and Don! (Are they the ones who do "Great white buffalo"?) Thank you Don and Libby, you are truely good people...and Libby stop cleaning everthing! - Ken O
• Happy Birthday Chuck, Don, and Rodger. Thanks for inviting me to your party at Verlie's! A pickin and a grinnin, that's the stuff! I reckon - Jeremy