Yer pals the Cowboy Brothers are up in Green Bay this Friday evening for a show at Mackinaws. If you find yourself in the area stop by and say hi...the place will be packed! Check the website for details..... we put a bunch of pictures of you guys on there so check it out.
February 26th - Cystic Fibrosis Wine Tasting Fund Raiser - The Hilton Center Downtown - This a GREAT EVENT for a GREAT CAUSE. Contact Kelly at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. 262.798.2060 for more information and tickets.
March 11th - The Trio at Vino 100 - Tosa.
March 26th - Rhythm 'n Brews in Saukville - 8:30 start! Come on out for dinner!
April 10th - 3rd Annual GRAFTON BLUES CHALLENGE at the Circle B in Grafton. MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THIS FANTASTIC NIGHT OF BLUES!!!!
Event: BaDD HabiT @ Sandees Cool Runnigs - feb 27th "Come Rock out and help celebrate our 50th show !!!" What: Concert Start Time: Saturday, February 27 at 10:00pm End Time: Sunday, February 28 at 2:00am Where: Sandees
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below: http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=325027468702&mid=1ed6087G60412244G12dfd49G7
Diamonds & Dreams at The Golden Mast This Friday The Headline says it all! After three days of Diamonds and Martinis at the Golden Mast in Okauchee last week, please join us this Friday 2/26 to welcome Kim back! Showtime is 7pm.
SATURDAY, MARCH 6th: "Legends of the Past Show" at Clifford's... THEN Diamonds, Martinis & Dreams at 88 Keys I feel very privileged and honored to have been asked to join Jimmy Prince's "Legends of the Past" show on Saturday, March 6th at Clifford's Supper Club on 104th & Forest Home. This is a live show with a full band and features not only Jimmy and me, but also KK Presley, Danny Moore and Freddy Meier, performing tributes to Neil, The Big Bopper, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Frankie Avalon, Bobby Vee, and much more! (Showtime is 8pm... I will be hitting the stage at approximately 8:30.)
See the attached flyer for more info (JP 3-6-10 Legend flyer.pdf). Tickets can be purchased through me, from Clifford's, or via PayPal through Jimmy's website. For more information on Jimmy's awesome Legends-style shows, please visit www.jimmyprinceshow.com. To get to the DIRECT link to his Schedule page and to buy tickets, please click here. If you'd prefer to purchase tickets through me, simply email me ASAP. ;)
A little later that very same evening, Jim Best, KimE and I will be at 88 Keys on 72nd & Greenfield. After Clifford's, I will be heading straight over to 88 Keys to join Kim and Jim for our first show together since Capone's last year!. No matter which place you end up Saturday, it's guaranteed to be a blast!
Event: 76 Juliet @ Mo's Irish Pub! Start Time: Saturday, February 27 at 9:30pm End Time: Sunday, February 28 at 5:40am Where: 10842 West Bluemound Road Wauwatosa, WI
Event: Southern Impact at Lighthouse Lanes Start Time: Friday, February 26 at 8:00pm End Time: Saturday, February 27 at 12:00am Where: 7294 Sleepy Hollow Drive, West Bend, WI 53090-1161
Event: The Now @ Players Park Sports Bar What: Performance Start Time: Saturday, February 27 at 10:00pm End Time: Sunday, February 28 at 1:30am Where: Players Park Sports Bar
Event: Sam & John's 19th Annual Winter Blues Brothers Bash! "Cure the winter blues with free beer and an open jam!" What: Night of Mayhem Start Time: Saturday, February 27 at 7:30pm End Time: Sunday, February 28 at 12:00am Where: American Legion Post #27
Marty - Big Cedar Bluegrass www.marthasbears.com/bigcedar
Feb 27th - Concert: Memorial Lutheran Church 7701 N Green Bay Rd, Glendale, WI 7 to 9pm Admission:$10 or $8 with 2 cans of food for food pantry
Mar 12th -Stillwaters Show Song of the Stanley Brothers 3617 Scenic Rd in Jackson - 7:30 - 10:00 door opens 6:30pm Hwy 45 to Hwy 60 - Take hwy 60 west to Scenic Rd -(watch for John Deere Dealership on South Side of Road) Scenic Rd S about 1/4 mile (west side of Rd) Admission: $10.00 or $8.00 with a can of food for the food pantry
Mar 20 - Big Thaw Bluegrass Festival - Mequon, WI Unitarian Church North -13800 North Port Washington Road for info www.badgerlandbluegrass.org
Diamonds & Dreams will be performing this Friday, March 5th at The New Berlin Hills Golf Club for the Martin Luther High School Mission Trip fundraiser hosted by Pete Monfre from Channel 12. The kids are trying to raise enough money to travel to Costa Rica this year. For more information, see the attached flyer (Mission Trip Fundraiser.jpg). There are some awesome prizes, including two roundtrip tickets on Midwest Airlines! To purchase tickets or for more details, either let me know or e-mail Andrew Limmer at alimmer@martinlutherhs.org.
SATURDAY, MARCH 6th: "Legends of the Past Show" at Clifford's... This Saturday, March 6th is Jimmy Prince's "Legends of the Past" show at Clifford's Supper Club on 104th & Forest Home. This is a live show with a full band and features not only Jimmy and me, but also KK Presley, Danny Moore and Freddy Meier, performing tributes to Neil, The Big Bopper, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Frankie Avalon, Bobby Vee, and much more! (Showtime is 8pm... I will be hitting the stage at approximately 8:30.)
See the attached flyer for more info (JP 3-6-10 Legend flyer.pdf). Tickets can be purchased through me, from Clifford's, or via PayPal through Jimmy's website. For more information on Jimmy's awesome Legends-style shows, please visit www.jimmyprinceshow.com. To get to the DIRECT link to his Schedule page and to buy tickets, please click here. If you'd prefer to purchase tickets through me, simply email me ASAP. ;)
...Then, Later That Night... A little later that very same evening, Diamonds, Martinis and Dreams will be at 88 Keys on 72nd & Greenfield in Downtown West Allis. After Clifford's, I will be heading straight over to 88 Keys to join KimE and Jim for our first show together since Capone's last year. Anybody wanna "bar hop" with me? :)
...THEN, on Tuesday... I will be back at 88 Keys (get it, 88 + 88 = 176...) on Tuesday, March 9th for a special Happy Hour! Although originally for all Rexnord Industries and Falk employees, this event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Opening at 4pm, enjoy two-for-one drinks (including martinis) until 6pm... entertainment starts at approximately 4:30, and ends, well, when I stop. :) If you can't make it this Saturday, come down and check out Happy Hour on Tuesday 3/9 at 88 Keys!
Jeanne says, "This will be the last local show for quite some time so lets ROCK the Orchard Inn this Sat!!!!".
Event: BaDD HabiT @ Orchard Inn 3/6/10 "Rockin out in the Falls @ the Orchard Inn" What: Concert Start Time: Saturday, March 6 at 9:30pm End Time: Sunday, March 7 at 2:30am Where: Orchard Inn
Hi All, We're in West Bend this Saturday. The Riverside Brewery...I can almost taste their Amber now...... Yum! Take a listen ... 255 S Main St.... We'll see Ya there!
Hi All, We're in West Bend this Saturday. The Riverside Brewery...I can almost taste their Amber now...... Yum! Take a listen ... 255 S Main St.... We'll see Ya there! The Cowboy Brothers
Martini Happy Hour This Tuesday at 88 Keys I will be back at 88 Keys (72nd & Greenfield, West Allis) this Tuesday, March 9th for a special Happy Hour! Although originally for all Rexnord Industries and Falk employees, this event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Opening at 4pm, enjoy two-for-one drinks (including martinis) until 6pm... entertainment starts at approximately 4:30, and ends, well, when I stop. :) Come down and check out Happy Hour on Tuesday 3/9 at 88 Keys! (Oh, and did I mention it's also Melissa MP's birthday celebration...?)
Diamonds & Martinis at Las Palmas on Thursday Jim and I will be at Las Palmas (in West Allis, again) on 60th & Burnham on Thursday, March 11th and will be trying out something a little different that night... come see what it is as you enjoy Diamonds, Martinis and two-for-one margaritas, baby!
"The King and Diamonds" in Delafield This Friday For all of you Elvis fans... Coming up this Friday, March 12th at 8pm, join me and Lake Country's own Alan Graveen at Twist n' Olive in Delafield as we present "The King and Diamonds -- The Elvis Presley and Neil Diamond Tribute"! It WILL be packed to the rafters, so get there early for a table!
DJ's Pub & Grill on Saturday Finally... Diamonds & Martinis will be at DJ's in Muskego (S76W18040 Janesville Rd) on Saturday, March 13th. It's been months since I've been there, and even longer since Jim has shined around those parts... come on out and welcome us back, gosh darn it! (Don't forget to turn your clocks ahead that night for Daylight Savings Time, everybody...)
Last Saturday Night... Thanks to EVERYONE who came to either Clifford's or 88 Keys on Saturday night... I had a GREAT time at both shows, and I know Jim and Kim had an awesome time too. Stay tuned for announcements of MORE SHOWS with the Jimmy Prince Band... :)
To see a few pictures from that evening, please click here!
"BaDD HabiT @ Rodeo Bar" on Saturday, March 13 at 9:30pm.
Event: BaDD HabiT @ Rodeo Bar "First Time in Neenah, WI ... Lets make it a good one " What: Concert Start Time: Saturday, March 13 at 9:30pm End Time: Sunday, March 14 at 3:30am Where: Rodeo Bar
"The Boogie Men in Okauchee this Weekend!" on Friday, March 12 at 7:00pm.
Tony says, "What's up friends?? Stop out in Okauchee this Friday or if Cedarburg is more in your neighborhood, we'll be there at The Roadhouse on HWY 60 on Saturday. Regardless, hope to see you soon! All dates, as always at http://www.facebook.com/l/c3f38;www.boogiemen.com ".
Event: The Boogie Men in Okauchee this Weekend! What: Fundraiser Start Time: Friday, March 12 at 7:00pm End Time: Saturday, March 13 at 2:00am Where: Club Lava (formerly Ground Zero)
Great new everyone. Our female singer Krisin Miller competed in an international singing contest sponsored by the international band "Halestorm". She was the first place winner and will be singing live at one of thier upcoming show on their 2010 tour. Congrats to Kristin. If you want to see her video that won click on the link below. We are very proud of her and hopefully something big will come out of this for her.
Golden Mast and Stonebank Pub This Friday and Saturday Diamonds & Martinis is back at The Golden Mast on Okauchee Lake this Friday. Come in for the best fish fry in town and then come back into the bar for us! Showtime is 7pm.
Then this Saturday, March 20th, Diamonds & Martinis returns to Stonebank Pub in Oconomowoc. If you've been there, you know how crazy this place can get... heck, there may STILL be people there leftover from St. Patrick's Day! Come out for some of the best Irish/English/American comfort food in the Lake Country area. Showtime is 8:30pm.
Our homepage has been updated to include a printable schedule of the rest of March and most of April. Also, you can plan ahead and see what's been booked so far thru May by taking a look at the Shows section. You know where it is -- www.ericdiamondproductions.com!
Many of you have been asking about the Carnival Cruise I brought up a month or two ago... I'm still working out some final details... I promise I'll share more soon!
We'll see you this weekend... we hope you all had a safe and enjoyable St. Patty's Day!
Tony invited you to "The Boogie Men "Summertime" Video World Premire Tour hits Rooters!" on Saturday, March 20 at 9:30pm.
Tony says, "Hey friends! The Boogie Men are at Rooters this Saturday & we'll be doing the premiere of our new video for "Summertime" as well! If you can make it, great! If not, please forward this to any friends that you think might be interested. THANK YOU! ".
Event: The Boogie Men "Summertime" Video World Premire Tour hits Rooters! Start Time: Saturday, March 20 at 9:30pm End Time: Sunday, March 21 at 1:30am Where: Rooters
Jeanne invited you to "The Latest Edition" on Saturday, March 20 at 8:00pm.
Jeanne says, "Check out my friend Ryan Howell's band. Ryan is also the guitarist from Tom's old band Altered State. Show begins at 8PM and there will be no cover. They play a great variety of Southern Rock and Country so come check them out.".
Event: The Latest Edition Start Time: Saturday, March 20 at 8:00pm End Time: Sunday, March 21 at 12:00am Where: N168 W20788 Main Street Jackson, WI 53037
We'll forgo the pretty pictures this week and just tell you what's up.
Friday 3/26 7:30 pm at the Golden Mast Inn on beautiful Okauchee Lake.
Then Saturday 3/27 7:30 pm..... this copied from the Fox & Hounds post on Facebook:
"Time for another "holler and a swoller" with the Cowboy Brothers! One of the favorite acts to play our lower level lounge. Come and check them out, you'll see why!
While you are at it, check out our great 2-for-1 dinner special, now extended to Saturday nights. More specials and information available at our website: http://www.foxandhoundsrestaurant.com
The Last Call Connection A long time ago, there was a band called Dandelion Wine (first incarnation). The lead singer was a man named Jim Best. That band broke up, but later reformed with a few new members including new lead singer Eric Ebert. Calling themselves Last Call, they played around Milwaukee for a couple of years. Then, Eric left the band. They continued on with both a new male and female lead singer (Gary Banach and Kim Engebretson, respectively) and played a bunch more places before their breakup in 2007.
Why am I telling you all this? Because this is how Jim, Kim and I all got to know each other... and it's even more relevant now, because...
"Diamonds, Martinis & Denim" Thursday Night at Las Palmas! Diamonds & Martinis returns to Las Palmas (60th & Burnham, West Allis) again this Thursday night, with Special Guest Gary B. of Last Call fame! Since we're always looking to try new things on Thursday nights, Gary is stepping in with his own special Acoustic Tribute to the 1980s (Bryan Adams to the Black Crowes, Men at Work to Motley Crue, etc) in addition to the normal D&M shennanigans! Should be a great one, folks... and with two-for-one margaritas, how can you go wrong? Showtime is 7pm.
D&M Return to Bunker's on Saturday 3/27 Haven't played Bunker's Nostalgic Lounge in what seems like forever... but Jim and I are back there on Saturday night! And before you think about coming later and passing on eating dinner there, you have to read the write-up they recently got in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Event: Paper Airplanes of Fire "LIVE" What: Performance Start Time: Tomorrow, March 24 at 11:00pm End Time: Thursday, March 25 at 12:00am Where: The Elbo Room Chicago, IL.
Event: Rudy's Open Mic at Motor What: Jam Session Start Time: Today, March 31 at 6:00pm End Time: Today, March 31 at 9:00pm Where: 401 E. Canal Street, Milwaukee
BaDD HabiT @ Lighthouse Lanes 4/3 What: Concert Start Time: Saturday, April 3 at 9:30pm End Time: Sunday, April 4 at 2:30am Where: Lighthouse Lanes
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below: http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=113441102000894&mid=21d374bG60412244G147d519G7&n_m=milwaukeelivebands%40yahoo.com
The Now returns to Emmer's Bar What: Performance Start Time: Saturday, April 17 at 9:45am End Time: Saturday, April 17 at 1:45pm Where: Emmer's Bar
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below: http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=111038705581540&mid=21e3392G60412244G1485749G7&n_m=milwaukeelivebands%40yahoo.com
It's your friends, LOST AND FOUND, sending you this public service announcement.
Turns out, we'll be playing a concert or two in your area and we'd like to see you there if you can make it. We hope you can be there.
Also, you can click the link below to tell your friends about the concert and that would help us A LOT. http://speedwood.com/modules/tellafriend.php
Here is the information:
ROCKFORD, IL April 9, 2010 Time: 7:30 pm Mt. Olive Tickets: $8.00
For more information: 815/ 399-3171 Please call the local number to verify concert information as details can, and do change at the last minute.
DIRECTIONS Mt. Olive is located at: 2001 N. Alpine Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
OTHER INFORMATION Tickets are $8 with a family maximum of $20. So...bring the Whole Family!
We'll hope to see you in Rockford. We've not been in that area for a while, and it is not on our schedule for the rest of 2010. So c'mon over and say hello!
Twist n' Olive in Delafield TONIGHT! Diamonds & Martinis returns to Delafield tonight to play all your finger-snappin', toe-tappin' nostalgic favorites. It's been almost a year since Jim has been at the Twist n' Olive with me, so don't miss this one! Showtime is 8pm.
88 Keys Piano & Martini Lounge Next Friday Once again, Diamonds & Martinis will be at 88 Keys in West Allis next Friday, April 9th. We know how much you guys love this venue, and with even more staff on hand this time to serve your martini needs, it's bound to be nothing short of another spectacular evening! Showtime is 9pm. (Click the 88 Keys link above to check out their new website!)
Changes Next Saturday! I am officially done saying "formerly Robert's Restaurant" when talking about this place. :) Diamonds & Dreams will be taking the stage at Changes next Saturday, April 10th. Since this will be KimE's first time at Changes, please come out and make her feel welcome! She will even be introducing a few more tunes for your listening and dancing pleasure. Showtime is 8pm!
Happy Easter, everyone! Remember folks... we're on Facebook! If you are too, then make sure to become a Fan of Eric Diamond Productions.
We hope everyone has a wonderful Easter and gets to enjoy this beautiful, unseasonably warm weather for a little while. And since I'm not really into the cutesy, flowery spring and Easter pictures, I leave you... with a picture of a bunny with a pancake on its head. SEEEE YA...
"BaDD HabiT @ Rhythm and Brews 4/10" on Saturday, April 10 at 9:00am.
Event: BaDD HabiT @ Rhythm and Brews 4/10 What: Concert Start Time: Saturday, April 10 at 9:00am End Time: Sunday, April 11 at 2:00am Where: Rhythm 'N Brews
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below: http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=108898172475872&mid=2260e34G60412244G14bf193G7&n_m=milwaukeelivebands%40yahoo.com
THIS week Scott, Craig and I host Smokin' Joe's Jam on THURS night. But, Saturday night sounds like a BLOWOUT @ Bay View Bowl, 2416 S Kinninkinic. This is Mike's (OWNER), wife birthday bash. The Grimm Bros ride again w/ special guests. Bowling, beer, rock and roll, under the black lights. You won't forget this place if you can leave ALIVE! (JOKING)
Betty Brinn – The Island Kids Show, Pickles the Roaming Reader from “The Growing Books” and a book signing with Kay Lum the illustrator and myself! April 10
Bob Kames Foundation Jazz Festival April 16th -18th Mention my name and you’ll receive at least a $10 discount on any of the evening shows!
Kids Fest & Baby Expo April 17th – 18th The Island Kids Show and a performance reading each day at the Book Nook. Also visit me at my booth!
88 Keys – Piano Martini Lounge April 24th Jazz Lines Band performing my original music from the CDs SAZZUNK and It’s Nice in Paradise
Angelos Lounge May 22 1686 N. Van Buren St. Milwaukee, 414-347-4144
Floatation Vacation Cruise II February 13-20th, 2011 Book early
For the complete Michael Drake… go to www.drakemusic.com
Jimmy's B-Day Blues Bash What: Performance Start Time: Friday, April 16 at 9:00pm End Time: Saturday, April 17 at 12:30am Where: O'Keefe's House of Hamburg
April, 14 2010 09:00 PM - Art Bar 722 East Burleigh, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53212 -
Debut at the Art Bar!!
April, 15 2010 09:00 PM - The Nice Ash 327 W. Main Street, Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186 - Free
Come and enjoy a tasty cigar! Great Beers. Walk in Cigar Museum. Bags, Hookahs, and even leather chairs!
April, 20 2010 06:00 PM - Random Lake Pizzeria 435 2nd St, Random Lake, Wisconsin 53075 -
Third Tuesday’s of the month at the Pizzeria, "OPEN JAM"!! Great pizza, great beer, great!
April, 22 2010 09:00 PM - Fire on Water 518 N. Water Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 -
Thursday night Party!!!
April, 23 2010 09:00 PM - Foxy’s 219 N. Franklin St, Port Washington, Wisconsin 53074 - Free
April, 29 2010 09:00 PM - Up n Under and "CHAFO" 1216 E Brady Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 - 5
Last Thursdays of the month, "Mike Brumm and TBA". Every last Thursday of the month at the Up and Under.
May, 7 2010 07:30 PM - Rusty Anchor Saloon 135 E. Grand Avenue, Port Washington, Wisconsin 53074 -
May, 18 2010 06:00 PM - Random Lake Pizzeria 435 2nd St, Random Lake, Wisconsin 53075 - Free
Third Tuesday’s of the month at the Pizzeria, "OPEN JAM"!! Great pizza, great beer, great!
May, 20 2010 09:00 PM - The Nice Ash 327 W. Main Street, Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186 - Free Show!!!
Smoke them cigars!
May, 21 2010 05:00 PM - Concord House-Jam for Jam Music Festival W985 Concord Center Drive, Sullivan, Wisconsin 53178 - 15-40
Three days of Music in support of Jam for Jam 2011, roofing projects in Porus, Jamaica. Friday, May 21 7pm Dirty Diesel Jack’s Epic Bazaar (feat members of FMR, Clovis Mann, Burgundy Ties and more) 8:30pm We Are Your Father (Milwaukee Rock) 9:45pm Cherry Pie (80’s rock tribute) 11pm Tristan Royalty Squad (New Milwaukee Afro-Beat) 12:30am Roster McCabe (Minnesota Grooves) weather permitting: outdoor appearances by Sean Shiel and Mike Brumm Saturday, May 22 noon The Wundoes (old time classics) 2pm Ron Klein and the OverServed Band (Country Blues) 3:30pm Nicholas Mrozinski and The Feelin’ Band (Minnesota Soul) 5pm Shoeless Revolution (midwest Funk) 7pm Steez (Madison Creep Funk) 8:45pm Bryan Cherry Band (Milwaukee Groove Rock) 10:15pm Heatbox (Minnesota vocal/beatbox phenom) 12am R.A.S. Movement (New Milwaukee Reggae)
May, 24 2010 09:30 PM - The Cardinal with "ELF LETTUCE" 418 E. Wilson Street, Madison, Wisconsin 53703 -
Hey Madison, "Come and check it out!"
May, 27 2010 09:00 PM - Up n Under and TBA 1216 E Brady Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 - 5
Last Thursdays of the month, "Mike Brumm and TBA". Every last Thursday of the month at the Up and Under.
June, 15 2010 06:00 PM - Random Lake Pizzeria 435 2nd Street, Random Lake, Wisconsin 53075 - Free
Third Tuesday’s of the month at the Pizzeria, "OPEN JAM"!! Great pizza, great beer, great!
June, 17 2010 09:00 PM - The Nice Ash 327 W. Main Street, Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186 -
June, 24 2010 09:00 PM - Up n Under 1216 E Brady Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 - 5
Last Thursdays of the month, "Mike Brumm and TBA". Every last Thursday of the month at the Up and Under.
July, 2 2010 07:30 PM - Rusty Anchor Saloon 135 E. Grand Avenue, Port Washington, Wisconsin 53074 -
Boogie Men - "This is a great little cocktail party at the fabulous Z2 marketing in Pewaukee! Open bar, live music & all donations go directly to Leukemia / Lymphoma society. 5:30 to 7:30; stop by after work or before you hit the town! ~Tony".
Event: Cause-Mo Friday What: Fundraiser Start Time: Friday, April 16 at 5:30pm End Time: Friday, April 16 at 7:30pm Where: Z2 Marketing
Las Palmas This Thursday 4/15 Although this show didn't make it onto the schedules you've probably seen, I will be at Las Palmas this Thursday night. Come down for two-for-one margaritas and the happy little 60s, 70s, 80s and Neil Diamond ditties to which you've grown accustomed. Showtime is 7pm.
Also... next week TUESDAY, APRIL 20th at Las Palmas, our friend Barb from Rexnord Industries is sponsoring another Happy Hour... this time at Las Palmas! Once again, there will be two-for-one margaritas, appetizers, and music from lil' ol' me. Although it is a pseudo "Private Party", EVERYONE IS WELCOME. Showtime for this event is 5pm.
Diamonds & Dreams at Stonebank Pub on Saturday 4/17 I never understood if this pub that we love so much is in Oconomowoc, or, like, the village of Stone Bank, or what... but gosh darn it, it's fun! Kim and I will be at the Stonebank Pub this Saturday. (If you look at their website, they still like to call us "Diamonds & a Diva", but what the heck...)
If you haven't seen us in ahile, I urge you to stop out (this means YOU, North Lake ladies)! Kim and I have both added tunes to our sets, and I'm sure there will be plenty of yummy beer flowin' and some dance n' disco songs in effect. Showtime is 8:30pm.
Menomonee Falls -- "The King & Diamonds" at North Hills Country Club... with Special Guest KimE! A very special event is happening this Sunday at North Hills Country Club in Menomonee Falls, sponsored by Alta Mira Senior Apartments and Horizon Management's Jo-Ann Wendt. Although admission is free, there are certain instructions that have to be followed -- for more info, please see the "alta mira North Hill event.pdf" attachment below. (You will need Adobe Reader to open this attachment... although I'm sure most of you have it, if not you can download and install the free program here.)
In addition to the Neil Diamond Tribute, Lake Country's own answer to Elvis Presley Alan Graveen will be in tow as well as the beautiful and talented KimE! If you have additional questions about this show, please just email me and let me know!
Spannin' the globe this week in search of good food and drink, folks...
Tuesday Happy Hour at Las Palmas Thanks to Barb C. from Rexnord Industries, we once again have another "Private-Happy-Hour-Party-That's-Open-to-the-Public" to tell you about! Starting at 4:30pm tomorrow (Tuesday, or Martes for you Spanish-speaking folk), Las Palmas will be hosting their first Happy Hour party. Although there will be many people from Rexnord there, this event IS open to YOU, the public. Enjoy two-for-one margaritas, great Mexican food, and... me! I will be singing the usual Neil Diamond tunes (with a couple of surprises from the 70s, 80s and 90s thrown in for good measure) until approximately 7:30pm. Come on down after work!
Friday Night at Kochanski's Concertina Beer Hall
We had so much fun "dukin' it out" with the Jimmy Monsen Band the last time we were at Kochanski's, I decided to do it again! This Friday April 23rd, join me at Kochanski's Concertina Beer Hall (1920 S 37th St, Milwaukee) as I once again participate in the "Battle of the Bands" against Jimmy Monsen, who brings a variety of music to his performances (polkas, swing, country, and rock and roll). I will not only be doing the usual Neil Diamond stuff, but will be throwing in a John Mellencamp and a 1970s set for good measure. Even though there's really no "battle" but is instead just a fun way to keep four hours of continuous music going, if you've never been to Kochanski's it's something you don't want to miss... especially if you are a connoisseur of fine Polish and German beers! Showtime is 9pm, and there is a $6 cover charge.
Saturday at DJ's Pub & Grill in Muskego
Diamonds & Dreams returns to DJ's! Need I say more? Join KimE and I at S76W18040 Janesville Road for great company, fun music and the best burgers in town. Will the "Forever in Bleu Cheeseburger" be on the menu that evening, hmmmm Cindy? ;)
See the attached flyers if you feel like printin' stuff' out and hangin' `em on your fridge, or settin' new wallpaper on your computer, or even wallpapering your kids' rooms! Hope to see you this weekend.
Our Shows page has finally been updated to include our schedule thru July. The newest "printable monthly schedule" has also been updated and attached to this email for your convenience. Check it out at www.ericdiamondproductions.com. Thanks to everyone who has been reminding me that the site was woefully out of date... sometimes I need a little kick in the backside. :)
This Thursday, Jim and I are back at Las Palmas on the corner of 60th & Burnham in West Allis. Never mind the construction -- we're talking great music and two-for-one margaritas here! Showtime is 7pm. (www.laspalmasmilwaukee.com)
For you Lake Country folk, Diamonds & Martinis is at The Golden Mast on Okauchee Lake on Friday, May 28th. Showtime there is also 7pm. (http://www.weissgerbers.com/goldenmast/index.html)
We have private parties the rest of the weekend, so if you can't make it out this time, hopefully we'll see you at either 88 Keys or DJ's next weekend. Have a safe and relaxing Memorial Day, everyone.
Hello all! In case anyone is interested in a little evening music (free) and socializing during the summer. The August date just might have "Rumor" playing (for those that don't know, that is the band I am in.)
Hope to see you!
Please share with family, friends and co-workers. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets, food and beverage! June 16th 6:30 - 8:30 - King Comets (swing era, early rhythm and blues and rock 'n roll) July 21st 6:30 - 8:30 - South End Blues Band (electric blues, present day blues, R&B and original blues-rock) See attached flyers - we are still developing plans for a 3rd concert - August 17/18.
SPRING CREEK GOLF CENTER IN WHITEWATER TONIGHT is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!!!! W4787 Yandry Rd, Whitewater. Diamonds & Martinis laying from 6pm - 9pm.
Of course, we're performing outside in the Pavilion and they're supposed to get hit with a ton of rain tonight... but who cares? Come on out... let's party!!!
This Saturday BaDD HabiT at ST.JOHN'S THE EVANGELIST PICNIC 88th and Coldspring Rd. 4-7PM NO COVER for more information on the band and directions to the show:
November Sun 21st CROATIAN CULTURAL CLUB, 1503 Clement Ave, Joliet, IL 6:00pm Wed 24th PULASKI INN, 3900 E Pulaski Ave, Cudahy, WI 1:00pm December Fri 3rd (POLKA FEST POSTPONED TILL 2011 BY THE OLYMPIA RESORT. CONTACT Michael R. Barton General Manager/Vice President 262-369-4961) Sun 5th HIAWATHA BAR, Hwy. 11, Sturtevant, WI 2:00pm (Traditional celebration of Verne Meisner’s Birthday and his music) Fri 10th Essen Haus, 514 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 8:30pm Sat 11th Essen Haus, 514 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 8:30pm Sun 12th CROATIAN CULTURAL CLUB, 1503 Clement Ave, Joliet, IL 6:00pm Fri 17th NORTH SHORE INN CHRISTMAS PARTY, North Shore Rd, Fort Atkinson, WI 7:30pm Sat 18th MICHAEL FELDMAN’S “WHAT’D YA KNOW” LIVE CHRISTMAS RADIO SHOW, Madison WI 10:00am Sat 18th 68 STREET PUB, 6800 W Layton Ave, Milw., WI 9:00pm Sun 19th TOMMY’S BAR AT PORT VISTA, 1280 E Hiawatha, Wisconsin Dells, WI 2:30pm Wed 29th PULASKI INN, 3900 E Pulaski Ave, Cudahy, WI 1:00pm
Sun 16th HIAWATHA BAR, Hwy. 11, Sturtevant, WI 2:00pm
Sat 22nd New Glarus Hotel, New Glarus, WI 7:30pm
Sun 23rd TURNER HALL, 1217 17th Ave, Monroe, WI 2:00pm
Fri 28th Essen Haus, 514 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 8:30pm
Sat 29th Essen Haus, 514 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 8:30pm
Sun 30th CROATIAN CULTURAL CLUB, 1503 Clement Ave, Joliet, IL 6:00pm
Hope to see you soon,
Steve Meisner
N7547 W Lakeshore Dr
Whitewater, WI 53190-4385
262-473-7184 office
262-949-1420 cell
www.stevemeisner.com
The Library of Congress and the Kennedy Center in cooperation with the Wisconsin Arts Board recorded Steve Meisner performances August 25th, 2010 in Washington D.C. Visit www.kennedy-center.org/programs/millennium to view one of these performances or www.stevemeisner.com for more information.
Nominated for “Polka Artist of the Year” and “People’s Choice” for the 2010 WAMI (Wisconsin Area Music Industry) awards. Received Polka Artist of the Year. www.wamimusic.com
Nominated for 2010 PACE (Polka America Corporation Excellence) award. www.polkaamericacorporation.org
New 2009 CD receiving rave reviews - "WANTED, Verne Meisner's Lost Gold". A collection of 29 un-released Verne Meisner recordings from various 1960's recording sessions.
2008 double DVD combo release! Verne Meisner’s 50th Birthday; Music Anthology Vol. 1 & 2.
2008 DVD/CD combo released "Verne & Steve Meisner, Summer Music Fest"! CD Verne & Steve Meisner “LIVE!” The Way It Was Meant To Be, voted "Best of 2005". The long awaited Steve Meisner release of “Forever Christmas” voted "Top 2005 Pick" at www.christmasreviews.com including the original composition “Tundra Serenade” from the motion picture release of Chump Change.
An update on the multi award winning motion picture “Chump Change” featuring Steve Meisner and his music made it’s way to international distribution. Miramax announced the high profile DVD release in 2004.
Steve’s original composition “Meisner Magic” totals nearly 80,000 audio pressing’s, featured in the motion picture “Red Betsy” and on TNN’s Crook & Chase show.
This week THURS., Jan20, I start @ ALOFT HOTEL, 1230 N. Old World, Downtown Milw. HAPPY Hour 6-9. Sat., Char and I are @ the Cozy, Callanan's, 11505 W. National, W. Allis. 9-12:30. GO PACKERS!!!!
Join Steve Meisner this weekend with special musical guest performances by Jay Brodersen banjo and guitar extraordinaire from Escanaba MI, Don Hunjadi owner of the one & only HG Studio on sax & flute, Rick Hartmann from the Meisner/Hartmann Dynasty fame, and Dave Krueger former drummer with Verne Meisner and featured on his recording Verne, Verne, Verne, Verne, Verne! Enjoy a weekend of music, fun & frolic certain to warm your hearts on a chilly weekend.
Sat 22nd New Glarus Hotel & Restaurant, 100 6th Ave, New Glarus WI 8:00pm
Sun 23rd Turner Hall, 1217 17th Ave, Monroe WI 2:00pm
The Britins The Greenfield Performing Arts Center is opening its 2011 season with the Beatles tribute band, The Britins. Saturday, February 19, 2011 at 7:30 PM Greenfield Performing Arts Center 4800 S. 60th St. Greenfield, WI 53220
For the first time in 30 years, the Original Bad Boy is gathering for a one time only performance at the fitting, legendary, Shank Hall on March 26th. The founding members, Joe Lucchesi, Steve Grimm and Lars Hanson are together again on stage, performing their 2 UNITED ARTIST LPS, for the first time since 1981. They will be accompanied by Bassist Craig Evans and a few surprise Bad Boy guests.
You may recall the accident on the Hoan Bridge last month.The man killed was local drummer and all-around good guy Bobby Jiles, Jr. A trust fund has been set up for his six children now left fatherless. Our show this Saturday night is dedicated to raising money for the children and celebrating the memory of Bobby, Jr. Please join us for this special night!
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19th
LIQUID JOHNNY'S 540 S. 76th Street
Music starts at 9:30PM SHARP!
Upcoming Shows
Friday November 25th - Bosco's Social Club Main Street in Waukesha
Friday December 9th - The Klavier in Germantown - Say "Farewell" to Chrissy and the staff as The Klavier is closing at the end of the year.
2012 - The calendar is filling fast with shows at The Bridge Inn, House of Hamburg, Bosco's, Bobbleheads and the Nashotah Clubhouse, just to name a few!
The Eric Diamond Tribute Show at Pillars Pub (225 S. 5th Ave, West Bend) on Friday, November 18th from 9pm - midnight. Great room, great stage, great bartendresses... and, it's a bar that used to be a church!
Tonight (Thursday, Dec 15th) is The Cellar of Oak Creek's Annual Christmas Party! Enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres, drink specials and the Eric Diamond Tribute Show! Party starts at 6pm. Come party with us at what used to be the historic Oakwood Hall!
Diamonds & Martinis returns to the Golden Mast on Okauchee Lake again this Friday Dec 16th at 7pm. PLUS, don't forget that we will ALSO be there on New Years' Eve... start making your NYE plans now! Details to follow soon...
On Saturday, Dec 17th Diamonds & Martinis will be ripping it up in Muskego one more time before the New Year. Join us at DJ's Pub & Grill for a special holiday show. Showtime is 8pm!
HOPE you can ROCK in the NEW YEAR, DEC 31st with the GRIMM BROS. @ QUAKER STEAK AND LUBE, 4900 S Moorland Rd. New Berlin. 10-2:00. GREAT FOOD AND DRINK SPECIALS!!!!!
Hi there and Happy New Year!! This week finds me with a couple solo dates - namely Callanan's in New Berlin on Friday and Splash Martini Bar in Oconomowoc on Saturday Hope to see you at one or both of these fine establishments! Then next week, the Acoustic Open Mic at Spitfire in Okauchee continues. We had a great turnout last week, just keeps gettin better! On Friday January 20, be sure to come down to Kim's Lakeside in Pewaukee for the debut performance of American Highway! This is the new project for my pal Joe and me - it's gonna be a blast!!
Tonight & Tomorrow! German food & Meisner music together again this Friday & Saturday, January 13th & 14th at the Essen Haus in Madison, WI. Music starts at 8:30pm
Richfield Chalet - This Sunday! Steve will be providing the entertainment at 1:00 pm this Sunday, January 15th at the Richfield Chalet in Hubertus, WI.
Free Show in Milwaukee! The Potawatomi Bingo Casino has been featuring Steve and the Band on one Thursday a month since last May with terrific success. You’re all invited to enjoy the posh and festive surroundings again this month on Thursday the 19th. Your enthusiastic support will prompt Potawatomi to continue this FREE event in 2012. So, tell your friends & neighbors to “come on down” and meet other lucky Meisner Fans. www.paysbig.com
Chump Change on Netflix If you are a Netflix subscriber, the movie Chump Change is now available for streaming. Steve's music is featured in the film.
Steve Meisner zboxman@jefnet.com
www.stevemeisner.com
“Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and everything.” - Plato
THIS week we are back in action as a duo; Sat., Jan. 14, Craig and I are @ Nice Ash, 327 Main St., Waukesha, Wed., the 18th, we are at Paulie's on Greenfield, W. Allis. ROCK ON!!!
Guess we had the snow coming. Join Craig Evans and Steve @ PAULIE'S on Greenfield, Wed., night from 6-10:00. THEN FRI., JAN 20, I will be w/ RED LINE @ SMOKIN' JOE'S, 6130 W BELOIT RD. 9:30-1:30. KEEP ROCKIN'.........
Hi, folks! - Well, the season and schedule seem to have caught up with me, and today finds me with NO VOICE!! Temporary set-back, to be sure, but a set-back none the less. So, the Friday night performance at Callanan's in New Berlin is not to be - my sincerest apologies to those of you who were planning to attend. My good friends Randy Strumberger and Jude Kinnear are kindly covering for me as ZigZag, so I would encourage you to venture out anyway! These folks always bring it!
Saturday @ Splash is still on, and don't forget the debut performance of the brand new American Highway next Friday at Kim's Lakeside in Pewaukee.
As always, I appreciate all your support and remember................
The Return... of Diamonds & Martinis to the Packing House!
I'm Home! Yes folks, I indeed arrived safely back home from our week-long cruise on Carnival Cruise lines. The trip was incredible, the shows were incredible and I met soooo many wonderful and interesting people from all over the U.S. (and even the U.K. and Austrailia). A MILLION thanks to Michelle and Warren from Surf n' Shore Travel for having me and providing me with an AMAZING opportunity, as well to Brian, Winnie, Greg, Heather, Pat, Megan, Kent, Kari, Suzie and Sue for coming along for the ride! It was also great to meet Mark from Bravo in Brookfield and Jeff from the Trocadero Gastrobar in downtown Milwaukee. I hope to see you guys soon!
If you are not a Facebook'er and have not yet seen the pictures, there are a ton of them from the trip to check out. Simply click here and you'll be able to view them, even if you don't have a Facebook account.
The Packing House This Friday, January 27th Diamonds and Martinis returns after several months to The Packing House by the airport in Milwaukee! Come for a darn good fish fry and stay for music in the lounge! Showtime is an early one, folks -- we start at 6:30 and play until 10:30pm. Plenty of time to get home and get yourselves a good nights' sleep!
Hope to see you at the Packing House! Until next week... as the Jamaicans say: "Irie, mon... no problem". Adios!
Diamonds & Martinis at Playoffs Pub on 02/04/12 It's been a couple of months, but Jim and I return to the old Fatboy Roadhouse, which is now of course the sports bar known as Playoffs Pub! The last couple of times we were there the crowd was a little... sparse, due to a couple of different factors. We would love you all to stop in and see what this cool little place has to offer. Located slightly off the beaten path but basically considered to be on 82nd & Forest Home (right before Layton Ave) in Greenfield, the staff and owners are great and quick to refill your drink. Plus there's a decent size dance floor for all our Solid Gold Dancers! Show starts at 9pm... stop somewhere on 76th street for a late dinner and then come on in!
Click here for more info on Playoffs Pub, or click here for their Facebook page.
DJ's Pub & Grill's Wednesday Night Music Series Many of you know DJ's Pub in Muskego, and many of you have seen us there on a Saturday night. But did you know they also have music on Wednesday evenings? Well, next Wednesday, February 8th, I will be there once again doing my Eric Diamond Variety Show. Not only will it feature the best Neil songs, but also your favorite songs from David Bowie, Gin Blossoms, Hootie and the Blowfish, John Mellencamp and too many 70s and 80s one-hit wonders to name! It's an early one guys... show runs from 7pm to 10pm.
Also check out the attached updated schedule to see details about the Diamonds & Martinis show scheduled there on Wednesday, February 22nd!
Sat. Feb. 11 Hartland Music Store 11:30-1pm No Tan Lines/SAZZUNK
Sat. Night Feb.11 Key Westconsin 6:30pm No Tan Lines Band 331 Riverfront Plaza, Waukesha, WI 53186 262-446-2346 DrakeMusic.com 414.769.2001 Thanks, Michael Drake
For those of you who have been waiting for another Neil & Elvis one-two punch, your wait is over! This Friday 2/10, Mr. "Alvis" Graveen and I will be at the Delafield Legion Post 196 (333 N Lapham Peak Rd) from 7pm until 10pm, bringing you all your favorites from Elvis Presley and, as Neil Diamond was once described, the "Jewish Elvis". It's always a fun-filled, energetic, interactive time when I'm with Alan... we hope to see you at this one!
Diamonds & Martinis at Bunker's on Saturday
Once again, Jim and I return to classic Bunker's Lounge on Greenfield Avenue in West Allis. Yes, Bunker's is small, but yet you still love it. Come on, admit it... you know you do. With some of the best gourmet "bar food" on the planet and an atmosphere that can't be beat, Bunker's shows are usually among our favorites. Showtime is 9pm until 12:30am.
Sunday Ultimate Legends Special Valentine's Show!
It's been awhile since I've played a "local" show with the Comeback Special Band, so I'm very excited about this one! Buddy Holly, The Blues Brothers, Neil Diamond and Elvis will be performing for you this Sunday from 1pm until 5pm at The Chandelier Ballroom (formerly Marty Zifco's... anyone remember THAT place?) in Hartford. For more details on ticket prices etc., simply check out the attached flyer. We really hope to see you there... if you've never seen an Ultimate Legends show, this is your PERFECT opportunity. Football season is over, it's an early show and Valentine's Day is only two days away... what excuse could you possibly have to NOT come out?
Next Tuesday... Valentine's Day at The Golden Mast!
For the fourth year in a row, Diamonds and Martinis will be performing for a very special Valentine's Day Wine Dinner at The Golden Mast. For full details see the attached flyer. Make your reservations today... it's not too late!!!!!!
Hi, Friends - For some odd reason, the address for the Cruise was incorrectly listed on ReverbNation as being on Lake Drive in Milwaukee. This is incorrect. The correct address is:
28747 North Lake Drive, Waterford, WI 53185
thecruise.tichigan@gmail.com
Telephone: 262.895.3500 We'll start up at 8 o-clock tonight! Thanks!
JC
UPCOMING SHOWS
The Cruise (Waterford) Milwaukee, WI Fri Feb 10 12 08:00 PM Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Feb 16 12 08:00 PM Hotel Mead WisconSin Rapids, WI Fri Feb 17 12 07:00 PM
March 3rd, 7th Annual Jazz Festival! Between 8am and 5PM I'll be doing clinics for the bands, performing 15 minute mini concerts throughout the day, and then: "Jammin' with Drake" 4-5pm This weekend I'll be at: Hartland Music and Key Westconsin!
This week JC will be performing solo at the Nice Ash Cigar Bar in downtown Waukesha on Thursday February 23 from 8 -11 p.m. Great little joint for smokes and tunes!
Friday the 24th, American Highway will be at Mi.Key's in downtown Milwaukee from 10pm - 1am. It's country night at Mi.Key's and it's always a great time!
Saturday the 25th American Highway shows up at Splash! Martini Bar in Oconomowoc - We always have a good time at Splash, so come on down and have a bunch with us!!
Stay tuned for more info, and thanks for supporting live music!
DJ's, The Packing House, and The Press Box in Fond du Lac This Week!
Eric Diamond
A Wisconsin Tradition
Everybody loves fish frys... right? Do you have a favorite place to go? Email me and tell me about them! I'll even tally the votes and send the results in a future email. For the record, mine is Clifford's... ready? Go!
DJ's Pub & Grill in Muskego Tonight!
Diamonds and Martinis will be appearing at DJ's on Janesville Rd tonight as part of their Wednesday Night music Series. Showtime is 8pm, and not 7pm as the schedule originally stated. Come down for one of their awesome fish frys and stay for the music!!! Oh, and it just happens to be somebody's birthday...
The Packing House on Friday Night
Diamonds and Martinis will once again be at The Packing House on Layton Ave by the airport on Friday at 6:30pm. Come on out for another great time! (Thier fish frys are REALLY good too...)
The Press Box in Fond du Lac on Saturday
I will be making my sophomore appearance at The Press Box (251 Forest Ave) on Saturday night starting at 7pm. If you're in the area, come on out to hear your favorite Neil Diamond songs and so much more!!! Looking especially for Dr. Mauthe and Marie L. to stop in and join the fun!!!
We would like to thank The Love Monkeys for their lively performance they provided for our guest families and volunteers at the Ronald McDonald House! Everyone had a great time!
We are happy to announce new additions to our upcoming schedule and are looking forward to the rest of the year:
Friday, February 24, Erica Hoyt, 5-6 pm Erica is modern country singer/songwriter who will be in town from Nashville and is excited to play with her guitarist for Ronald McDonald House families. She will be bringing her talents to the Great Room on the first floor.
Wednesday, March 28, Jayme Dawicki, 7-8 pm Jayme will share her clean, bright and strong voice with catchy lyrics and pop-infused melodies especially for you! Herperformance will take place in the Secret Garden (weather permitting).
Thursday, April 5, Miranda Fisher, 7-8pm Miranda is a singer-songwriter playing both originals and covers. Each song consists of her organic vocals along with piano, guitar or ukulele.Her performance will take place in the Secret Garden (weather permitting).
Monday, May 21, MSO Violin Duo - Ilana Setapen and Margot Schwartz, 7-8pm Join Ilana Setapen and Margot Schwartz, violinists from Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra in a unique duo performance of pop and classical songs.Their performance will take place in the Secret Garden (weather permitting).
Thursday, June 14, Ben Merens, 7-8pm Ben is an improvisational folk musician who makes up songs "while you wait". You'll also enjoy some covers and a few originals. He says his music comes from what he sees in front of him. Ben's performance will take place in theSecret Garden (weather permitting).
If you or someone you know is interested in performing for our wonderful families and volunteers, please forward this invitation or contact Jacquelyn Wahlberg at: jwahlberg@rmhcmilwaukee.org 414-475-6462 Quick Links
Hey, folks! - This week I will be hosting the Acoustic Open Mic at Spitfire in Okauchee on Thursday March 01 from 8 - 11.
Saturday nite I will be performing solo at the Fox and Hounds in Hubertus, 7:30 - 11:00.
Next week Thursday March 08 I will be solo at the Stone Bank Pub and Eatery in Stone Bank from 8 - 11
Friday I will be solo at the fabulous Classic Bunker's in West Allis! Thanks, Scott, for havin me! At the tail end of themonth, BUNKER's will be hosting AMERICAN HIGHWAY also!! Can't wait!.....
and then Saturday the 10th we will be up at the Stone Harbor Resort in Sturgeon Bay as AMERICAN HIGHWAY......
That's about it for now, gigs have been coming in fast and furious, so watch for updates, and Thanks for supporting Live Music!!
JC and American Highway
UPCOMING SHOWS
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Mar 01 12 08:00 PM Fox & Hounds Restaurant Hubertus, WI Sat Mar 03 12 07:30 PM Stone Bank Pub & Eatery Oconomowoc, WI Thu Mar 08 12 08:00 PM > SEE MORE / DETAILS
Back in action this week, THURS.,MAR. 8, Craig Evans and Char will join me @ ARRIBA's, 4753 N 124th, Butler. 7-11:00. SAT. Mar. 10th, I will be w/ RED LINE @ Double D's, in Mukwanago. 9-1:00. HURRY UP SUMMER! Steve Grimm stevegrimm4@gmail.com
Looking forward to a great week of both solo and band gigs!
Thursday March 8, I will be solo at the Stone Bank Pub and Eatery in Stone Bank! Nice to be returning to the Pub! 8 -11 p.m., stop in and have one with us!
Friday March 09 I will be solo at Classic Bunker's in West Allis... nice to be at Scott's landmark Greenfield Avenue establishment. Stop in for a great dinner before the show! I'll get underway about 9:30.
Saturday has American Highway in Sturgeon Bay for the first of 2012's performances at the awesome Stone Harbor Resort! This has always been a great place to play, the facility is cool, the people are great - maybe it's time for a road trip?
Anyway, We certainly hope to see you at any or all of the shows! Stay tuned for more updates, if you know anyone who would like to be included in the mailings, please have 'em sign up at:
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THANKS!
UPCOMING SHOWS
Stone Bank Pub & Eatery Oconomowoc, WI Thu Mar 08 12 08:00 PM Bunkers West Allis, WI Fri Mar 09 12 09:30 PM Stone Harbor Pub Sturgeon Bay, WI Sat Mar 10 12 08:30 PM
As it warms up here in Wisconsin, we wanted to send a message out that we hope will WARM your HEARTS. Something To Do is gearing up to record a brand new album and for what we believe may be the first time ever, we're thinking about not recording it all on our own; game plan is to bring in an expert and help us get a beefier/meatier/biggerer/bouncier sound that will hopefully delight ears far and wide. That being said, it's going to take some cash/money in order to do this hopefully awesome thing. Therefore, we've set up a KickStarter page where we're essentially pre-selling this new album and looking for donations that will help make this thing happen for realsies!
The Kickstarter Page is right here - http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/somethingtodo/something-to-dos-new-album - go there to check out a video that talks more about the new album and gives the complete n' nasty lowdown. Anything you can kick in for this hopefully rad thing will yield assuredly excellent results!
Also - this wouldn't be an e-mail from Something To Do without mention of some shows; we got 'em! * TONIGHT - Thursday, March 15 - Madison, WI @ The Frequency - we're playing with MUSTARD PLUG, DEAL'S GONE BAD and Madison-Favorites 4AM ASPIRIN MORNING. This one is 18+ and is going to be a room filler, so if you like to get real close and personal with your fellow crowd-mates, come on out! Doors at 8 PM, S2D opens up promptly at 8:30 PM. * TOMORROW - Friday, March 16 - Milwaukee, WI @ The Horny Goat Brewery - we'll be playing with excellent Madison band EL VALIENTE - you seriously need to check these guys out! They'll start at 9 PM on the nose, with us going on a little after 10 PM. Show is 21+ and drinks will be a poppin'. * Friday, April 13 - Green Bay, WI @ The Crunchy Frog - gonna be a real ska showcase! Headliners DEALS GONE BAD are of course great. Also playing - 4 AM ASPIRIN MORNING and 40 OZ. FACE PLANT. Show starts at 9 PM and it'll be a CORKER. * Friday, April 28 - Milwaukee, WI - SKAPPLETON - that's right, Skappleton migrates to Milwaukee for a big ol' party. More details soon! * Friday, May 5 - Milwaukee, WI - Bayview Brew Haus - we'll be opening for our favorite French awesome band, Inspector Cluzo! Show starts at 10 PM, 21+.
Steve Meisner has been nominated for a WAMI (Wisconsin Area Music Industry) award in the category "Polka Artist of the Year" for 2012. The winner will be announced at the WAMI Awards Show on Sunday, April 15, at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center in Appleton.
Watch Steve Meisner's Recent Performance at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC http://www.kennedy-center.org/explorer/videos/?id=M4367
The Wisconsin Arts Board is proud to announce that polka musician Steve Meisner of Whitewater, Wisconsin has been selected to represent the State of Wisconsin in the Library of Congress’ Homegrown Concert Series.
Since 2002, the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress has hosted a regular series of concerts that run each year from April through November. "The Homegrown concerts began with the idea of documenting the very best of traditional music and dance from a variety of folk cultures thriving in the United States," explained Peggy Bulger, the AFC's director. "In order to do that effectively, we collaborate with state folklorists in each state, and take their recommendations on the best folk performers to represent the cultural heritage of that state. We make sure to document each concert thoroughly, so that it can be added to the permanent collections of the American Folklife Center. We are well on our way to having all 50 states represented in this multicultural musical collection. This collection will live on as a snapshot of the diversity of American folk music thriving at the turn of the twenty-first century."
Meisner was selected from a roster of nominees supplied to the AFC by the state folklorist on staff at the Wisconsin Arts Board, Anne Pryor. “We nominated Steve for several reasons: his outstanding musical skills on the accordion, creativity with the Slovenian style of polka, engaging showmanship, and also, for him, polka is not only a regional and ethnic tradition. It’s also a family tradition.”
Steve’s father, Verne Meisner (1938-2005) of Waukesha, Wisconsin, was a lifelong polka musician who gained international fame. Among other accomplishments, Verne was honored in 1989 with induction into the International Polka Hall of Fame. Both father and son represented Wisconsin in 1998 in Washington D.C. As a major event in the celebration of Wisconsin’s Sesquicentennial, the Wisconsin Arts Board partnered with the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage to bring 120 traditional artists to the Smithsonian Folklife Festival. Steve and Verne played for two weeks on the National Mall in a grand celebration of Wisconsin’s 150th birthday.
“My Dad’s melding of the Yankovic Slovenian style, Cleveland Slovenian styles, Louis Bashell’s Milwaukee Slovenian style along with local bands from his childhood and other regional groups solidified his style within a style,” Steve reflected. “I, however, was literally only exposed to Verne Meisner (who was always my mentor) as a child and it wasn’t until my early adolescence and my teenage years that I expanded my own influences to include bands from the Cleveland and Milwaukee Slovenian styles along with other polka, pop, country and rock genre influences. The intricacy of what has brought me into my own style within a style is pretty deep.”
Hope you had a great St Pay's Day. We did @ Fox and Hounds w/ great weather. This SAT., MAR 24TH, BAD BOY is featured on the Radio Station, WLKG FM, LAKE 961(LAKE GENEVA). 10AM TO 2:00PM. I am honored to be interviewed as to our history, songwriting, etc. Give a listen. Sat. night I will be performing w/ RED LINE at KICKERS, 1726 W AVE, Waukesha. 9:30-1:30. Bring on the Brewers!! Steve Grimm
Hey, everyone - There has been a slight change to American Highway's schedule this weekend - our Friday show at Mi.key's downtown has been postponed, but we are pleased to announce a last-minute addition to our weekend: American Highway will be appearing at Nuovo Centanni in downtown Milwaukee at 218 North Water Street this Saturday evening instead! Show starts at 9:30, we sure hope you can make it! Then next week, JC will be solo at the Golden Mast in Okauchee on Friday, and American Highway is pleased to be at Bunker's Main Street in West Allis on Saturday!
It'll be great to see you there, and thanks for supporting live music!!
JC and Joe
UPCOMING SHOWS
Centanni Milwaukee, WI Sat Mar 24 12 09:30 PM Golden Mast Inn Okauchee, WI Fri Mar 30 12 07:30 PM Bunkers West Allis, WI Sat Mar 31 12 08:00 PM
This Thursday it's Spitfire Pub and Grill's Acoustic Open Mic Nite hosted by yours truly! We start up about 8:00. Then on Saturday the 7th, American Highway will be at the new Fox and Hounds in Hubertus starting at 7:30! Always a blast at the F & H, so hop on in and have a couple with us!
See ya then!
JC
UPCOMING SHOWS
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Apr 05 12 08:00 PM Fox & Hounds Restaurant Hubertus, WI Sat Apr 07 12 07:30 PM Spitfire Pub and grill Okauchee, WI Fri Apr 13 12 09:00 PM > SEE MORE / DETAILS
FRIDAY APRIL 6th AMERICAN LEGION POST #449 3245 N. 124th STREET BROOKFIELD 7PM SATURDAY APRIL 7th THE ROX BAR JUST SOUTH OF I - 94 on HWY. T - WAUKESHA 9PM Upcoming Shows April 21 - Liquid Johnny's - West Allis May 4 - Quaker Steak and Lube - Adoption Resources Fundraiser May 5 - Laura's DBC Cinco de Mayo in Mequon! May 12 - Curly's Waterfront Pub - Pewaukee May 26 - Tower Bar and Restaurant - Back to da Sout' Side, Baby! www.southendbluesband.com
Watertown Idol Monday Night! For those of you who live in the area, you may know what a huge deal Watertown Idol is in Watertown. Well, next Monday is NEIL DIAMOND night for the six remaining contestants... and guess who's gonna not only be a guest performer, but also a GUEST JUDGE? That's right... lil' ol' me!
Come to The Buzz Bar (110 S. Third Street, Watertown, 920-262-9415) on April 9th at 7:30 to check it out!!!
Presenting... OUR SCHEDULE So, my website should be updated in the next week or two... but until then I wanted to give you all a look at our schedule for the year as it stands at this very moment. Keep in mind, this includes my solo shows, Diamonds & Martinis performances and Ultimate Legends gigs as well as the occasional King & Diamonds and Diamonds & Gold shows. For full details, you'll obviously need to stay tuned to these emails.
So... without further ado:
APRIL
Wed 11 - DJ's Fri 13 – The Press Box, Fond du Lac Sat 14 – Playoffs Pub FRI. 20 - GOLDEN MAST Wed 25 – Monona Terrace, Madison FRI. 27 - 88 KEYS Sat 28 – Grand Theater, Wausau MAY Sat 5 – DJ’s SAT. 12 - MOOSE LODGE #49 Thurs 17 – Stone Bank Pub Sun 20 – Turtle Lake Casino FRI. 25 - PACKING HOUSE JUNE Fri 1 – Braun’s Ranch, Elkhart Lake Sun 3 – West Allis a la Carte FRI. 22 - Lakeland Camp Ground, Fort Atkinson Sat 23 – Watertown Street Dance Sun 24 - Private Party FRI. 29 - GOLDEN MAST JULY Sat 7 – Olympia Resort Wed 11 – Music on the River, Tomahawk Thurs 12 – The Bridge Supper Club & Hotel, Tomahawk Sat 14 – Trail’s End, Nekoosa Sun 15 – St John the Baptist, Fond du Lac Thurs 19 – Chenequa Country Club Fri 20 – Pillars Pub, West Bend (Leukemia benefit) Wed 25 – Washington County Fair Fri 27 – Packing House Sat 28 – Private Party
AUGUST STATE FAIR… 3,4,5,7, 8,10, 11,12 FRI. 24 - PACKING HOUSE
SEPTEMBER
Sat 1 – Calumet Co Fair Sun 2 – Calumet Co Fair Fri 7 - Fox Lake Concert in the Park Sat 8 – Manitowoc Fair Grounds Fri 14 – American Legion South Milwaukee Sat 29 - Stonebank Pub
OCTOBER Fri 26 – Packing House NOVEMBER Sat 17 – Stonebank Pub DECEMBER
Sat 15 – Sargento Christmas Party, Plymouth Fri 28 – Packing House
We hope to see you soon! Enjoy time with family this weekend.
Woodsongs Coffeehouse provides an artist friendly, safe, family environment in which to perform. If you are a musician or singer songwriter or have a band and are looking for a place to play, Woodsongs Coffeehouse is the place! All performances are scheduled and advertised through various media. This is not open mic as this is a family atmosphere so we do monitor content. We schedule only two performers per coffeehouse in order to maximize play time. You can submit a reponse to this post with a website address or a site we can hear a demo or you can submit a CD to Jim Braun, PO Box 18670, Milwaukee, WI. 53218. If neither are available, call Jim at 414-536-7778 to schedule an audition. The suggested donation at the door is $10 or $8 and a non-perishable food item. The performers will get 80% percent of the donations and the non-perishable food item goes to the church food pantry. If perfomers have CD's or promo items for sale, they will keep 100% of those sales. This is a non-profit event for the coffeehouse. It is all volunteer and no one recieves any monetary compensation. The goal here is to create a stage for local grassroots music in a fun, safe, entertaining, family atmosphere! We are looking to do at least one coffeehouse per month and hopefully, will have enough response form the local music community to have more than one per month! The venue is Northwest Baptist Church at 4373 N. 92nd St, Wauwatosa, WI. They have an excellent coffeehouse atmosphere with a stage, sound, and lighting. The church will sell refreshments and keep 100% of those sales. We are scheduling performances for May through December of 2012. Our third coffeehouse is Saturday, April 14th. Doors open at 5:30, coffeehouse starts at 6:30 and goes to 9:00 and we are proud to present Michael Johnathon, founder and host of the WOODSONGS OLD TIME RADIO HOUR from Lexinton, Kentucky and from Burlington Wisconsin, our own Macyn Taylor!!. Come and check it out!! This is one you don't want to miss!! Refreshments available all night! Seating is limited so call 414-536-7778 to reserve your seat now!
Diamonds & Gold at DJ's Wednesday (Tonight) We've been called many things (separately and together): Diamonds & Solid Gold, Diamonds & Gold, even Diamonds & Dufus... but whatever you call the pairing of my good friend John Eske and me, you're in for a night filled with good music and great times. As part of DJ's Pub & Grill's (S76W18040 Janesville Road) ongoing Wednesday Night Concert Series, John and I will be there from 7pm - 10pm tonight. Neil Diamond, Buddy Holly, Elvis, Mellencamp and so much more... it's an early one, so you have plenty of time to get home and get a good night's rest.
Diamonds & Martinis at The Press Box in Fond du Lac Friday the 13th My third time at The Press Box is Jim's first! Come down to "Fondy" for a great time in a great place with friendly, energetic and exciting people! Come early for some food... or even indoor volleyball! Showtime is 7:30pm.
Playoffs Pub on Saturday 4/14 It's been awhile since I've been at Playoffs (8222 W Forest Home, Greenfield)... The Eric Diamond Tribute Show hits the floor at 9pm, and you never know what special guests will stop by!
Dear Kapco, K-Nation and Kacmarcik Friends, As you likely know, in 2010 Jim Kacmarcik launched K-Nation Entertainment, a full-fledged record label and entertainment company. Our first artist, Erica Hoyt, continues to travel between Wisconsin and Nashville where she is working on writing new songs. More recently, Jim and K-Nation Entertainment signed the very popular regional country band Chasin’ Mason. We have added new members, a new set list, and incredibly enhanced sound and lights to make this one of the hottest acts in our area. We will debut the new Chasin’ Mason band with a special showcase event on Friday, May 4th at Turner Ballroom in Milwaukee. This is a can’t miss show featuring both original music and popular covers. Erica Hoyt will be a special guest as well as opening act Honest Monday. A link for tickets can be found below. We hope to see you there! http://pabsttheater.org/show/chasinmason2012 To learn more about Chasin’ Mason
SATURDAY APRIL 21ST LIQUID JOHNNY'S 540 S. 76TH STREET - 'STALLIS BABY! 9:30PM UPCOMING SHOWS May 4th: Adoption Resources Benefit - Quaker Steak and Lube New Berlin May 5th: CINCO de MAYO!!!!! Laura's DBC Mequon May 12th: Curly's Waterfront Pub - Pewaukee May 26th: The Tower Bar - Anyone remember Giorgi's from back in the day? Same place! www.southendbluesband.com
This Thursday is Spitfire's Acoustic Open Mic night hosted by JC - remember, it's the first and third thursday of every month - always a great time!
Saturday American Highway will be at SPLASH! Martini Bar in downtown Oconomowoc. Starts up at about 8:45, we go till 12:15 or so, come on down and have a few with us!
Then next Thursday the 26th, American Highway will be performing at Stone Bank Pub in Stone Bank(!) from 7-10 p.m.
Friday JC does a solo gig at the Golden Mast in Okauchee from 7 - 11.
Saturday the 28th American Highway kicks it off at the Delafield Brewhaus !! This is a great place with one of my favorite things - Craft Beer! Be sure to come and check it out-see you there!!
JC
UPCOMING SHOWS
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Apr 19 12 08:00 PM Splash Martini Bar Oconomowoc, WI Sat Apr 21 12 08:30 PM Stone Bank Pub & Eatery Oconomowoc, WI Thu Apr 26 12 07:00 PM > SEE MORE / DETAILS
Monona Terrace in Madison This Wednesday! This is a show like no other! Come join me and the Ultimate Legends Band (formerly known as the Comeback Special Band) at Madison's beautiful Monona Terrace this Wednesday April 25th for a full hour-and-a-half of nothin' but Neil as part of their "Tunes at Monona Terrace" Concert Series! The band and I have been working really hard on this one over the last couple of months and have added a bunch of new songs to our Neil set... we can't wait to present it to you!
Tunes at Monona Terrace has become a Madison tradition, having entertained over 70,000 people since 1997. This series celebrates the heyday of great musical entertainment and dance... big band, swing, polka... from Glenn Miller to Lawrence Welk. This season’s series is sponsored by a grant from the Madison Arts Commission, with additional funds from the Wisconsin Arts Board and Friends of Monona Terrace.
A cash bar and light fare are available for purchase at 5pm. Ample seating is available. The music starts at 5:30pm and runs until approximately 7pm. NOTE: If the weather cooperates, the concert will be held on the rooftop... otherwise it will be held in Exhibition Hall - B.
Guess Where WE'RE Gonna Be on Friday Night? Yes folks, it's true... after many months away, this Friday April 27th marks Diamonds & Martinis' RETURN to 88 Keys Piano and Martini Lounge in downtown West Allis! There have been sooooo many people asking us (as well as the fine folks at 88 Keys) when we'd be going back... well, all we can say is -- you asked for it, you got it, ladies and gentlemen! Showtime is 8pm. To everyone that's asked about this venue: WE HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE!!!!!
HOOCHIE KOO - SUMMER 2012 Yes indeed, Summer is right around the corner! Hoochie Koo is gearing up for some great Summer shows, including Milwaukee Greek Fest, Summerfest, Wisconsin State Fair and more! Our last Spring show before the Summer fun starts is May 19th at Finn McGuire's Irish Pub, a new and very cool Irish pub in Hales Corners, right off the highway. Come check it out.
We're also playing some very fun and worthwhile charity benefit shows this Summer. A benefit for MargaretAnn's Place Center for Grieving Children is June 15th at Kelly's Bleachers. We play at the "Ride to End Dogfighting" on June 23rd at Milwaukee Harley-Davidson. And July 14th we play the Wings of Hope Charity Concert in Cedarburg to raise money for children's charities. Please attend and support all of these great events and help share the love out there!
Hoochie Koo has been busy lately learning A LOT of new songs. Our goal is to keep the entire show upbeat and very danceable - it's a lot of fun seeing the dance floor packed. So we're adding some very fun and danceable songs, while making sure we maintain our M.O. of playing a lot of the great songs you don't hear a lot of other bands play. Good times!
Please visit our Facebook page - "Friend" us and "Like" our band profile. Shows and news are always posted on fb, as well as on our Schedule and Blog web pages.
SATURDAY MAY 12TH CURLY'S WATERFRONT PUB - ON PEWAUKEE LAKE W272 N2697 LAKEVIEW BLVD 9PM UPCOMING SHOWS May 26 The Tower Pub Greenfield Remember Giorgi's? This is it! June 2 Nauts Landing Menasha June 8 Bosco's Social Club Waukesha June 9 Playoffs Pub Greenfield June 23 Hot Rods 'n' Blues Lime Kiln Park Grafton JULY 3 HARLEY STAGE at SUMMERFEST NOON www.southendbluesband.com
The Now 11:25pm May 10 NO COVER CHARGE!!!! Looks like we go on at 10 pm. We have exactly 90 minutes to load in and play...lol...VERY different set up situation than we are accustomed to...if anyone wants to help "bang gear" be out by the truck at 830pm :)
Friday, May 18, 2012 8:30pm - Boneyard Pub & Grille Annual Spring TastingFeaturing a variety of Craft and Micro Beers along with a select variety of winesFriday, May 18thThe Boneyard Pub & GrilleN64 W23180 Main StreetSussex, WI6:00pm – 11:30pm6pm – 9pm Tasting8:30pm – 11:30pm live entertainment provided byThe UnXpectedSilent Auction & RaffleHors D’Oeuvres$35 in advanceContact Terri Schiedemeyer @ 246-8171 for ticketsPlease make checks payable to: HABCMust be at least 21 years old to attend
It's been awhile ladies and gentlemen, but this Thursday 5/17 Diamonds & Martinis returns to Stone Bank Pub & Eatery (N67 W33395 County Trunk K, Oconomowoc, WI 53066). It's an early night for us... we start at 7pm and are done by 10pm, so come on out, grab a bite & a beer and help us mark our return to Stone Bank... and be home in time for Leno!!! (if you like that kind of thing, that is)
Our website has finally been updated with dates thru August... check it out! www.ericdiamondproductions.com Otherwise, check out the attached schedule which takes us up to the beginning of June.
FOR YOU ELVIS FANATICS: Since we're not playing this weekend, come check out the legendary Joseph Hall at Clifford's on Forest Home Ave on Saturday night! Backed by the amazing (yeah, I'm biased) Ultimate Legends Band, it's sure to be an awesome evening! Check out http://www.jimmyprinceshow.com/Schedule.htm for more info!
Fri. May 18, back in action w/ Craig Evans at Geneva Ridge W4220 St Rd 50, Lake Geneva 9-1:30. Sat., May 19th Grimm Bros @ Saloon on Calhoun in Brookfield. 9-1:00. HOPE TO SEE YA. Steve Grimm
Diamonds & Martinis at Stone Bank Pub & Eatery in Stone Bank / Oconomowoc tonight from 7pm - 10pm. New food, new management, NEW KINDS OF FUN!
This will be your ONLY opportunity to see us at Stone Bank until September... and we won't be back in the Lake Country area again until the end of June. We haven't seen many of you in a long time... it's a perfect night for a nice drive, a bite to eat, a beer and some great nostalgic music.
This weekend we "Get our Country ON" new songs, outdoors festival, perfect weather & Rebel Grace...why would you want to be anywhere else! Friday night Dan Jansen Fest on 51st & Layton in Milwaukee & Sunday at Jam 4 Kids with Road Trip and Oil Can Harry at Jugs Hitching Post in Kohlsville...DO IT!
I know that many of you are patiently awaiting the arrival of my new recording release. It has been a great experience for me to work on this project with many talented musicians. This is a process that requires much time and energy and hopefully with complete satisfaction for all of you when I can say with elation “It’s finally finished”! However, I can’t say that yet……
Please be a little more patient as an end is near. I’m looking forward to giving you the best and most comprehensive package & collection of polkas & waltzes played with that unmistakable Meisner sound since “Jammin Polkas” and “Meisner Magic.” So, please stay tuned and know that I too am on the edge of my seat!
In the meantime, please make a point to visit me at any of the upcoming performances.
I hope to see you soon, Steve Meisner zboxman@jefnet.com
Please join us on SATURDAY MAY 26th as we make our debut at The TOWER PUB! 69th and Forest Home Avenue 9PM UPCOMING SHOWS June 2nd Nauts Landing - Menasha 8PM June 8th Bosco's Social Club - Waukesha 9PM June 9th Playoff's Pub - Greenfield 9PM June 23rd Hot Rods 'n' Blues - Lime Kiln Park Grafton 12:45PM JULY 3rd MILWAUKEE SUMMERFEST H-D STAGE NOON! www.southendbluesband.com
My first public show in Elkhart Lake this Friday! Braun's Ranch was built in 1932 and currently serves the best beef, pork and seafood that Elkhart Lake has to offer. I am excited and honored to bring my Neil Diamond Tribute Show to Braun's Ranch Supper Club this Friday from 8pm until midnight. Come help me break in a new place, wouldja? (Thanks to Diane J. of Holyland Promotions for hooking me up.)
Last-minute Stone Bank Pub Show Added!!!
For those of you who have been following us for awhile, you know that Diamonds & Martinis used to play Stone Bank Pub & Eatery in Stone Bank/Oconomowoc quite often. Schedule conflicts, new management and a change in their entertainment schedule have kept us away for awhile, but due to the amazing response after Thursday's show two weeks ago, they have decided to have us back again THIS SATURDAY at 8:30pm. If you missed the show on Thursday 5/17, here's another chance! If you feel like eating some good English/American pub food and then getting a bit crazy afterwards, well... we hope to see you then!
West Allis a la Carte on Greenfield Avenue This Sunday
The West Allis a la Carte Festival is a day filled with activities geared towards bringing every member of the family -- toddlers, teenagers, moms and dads, grandparents and even great-grandparents -- together for PLENTY of food, fun and games... and once again, Marcell the Piano Man and I get to be a part of the festivities!
As has been the last two years, Marcell and I will be performing on 72nd street (right next door to 88 Keys Piano and Martini Lounge) from noon until 5pm. Marcell is one of the most talented people I know, and has been a good friend of mine for many years. For more information on Marcell, you can click here for Marcell's MySpace page, or check out his band The Rhythm Kings on Reverb Nation.
Hope you toasted to our TROOPS over the MEMORIAL weekend. This week, FRI., June 1st, the GRIMM BROS. are @ the HOLIDAY INN HARBORVIEW (outdoors), 135 E Grand Ave., Port Washington. 7-11:00. Sat., we are at HOLLYWOODS, W32N6629 CNTY RD C, Nashotah, 9-1:00. See 'ya.
Last Minute Show at The Cellar in Oak Creek Added! To help celebrate the "christening" of their newly added Beer Garden, The Cellar wanted some entertainment this Friday 6/15... so they called me! Join me at 812 W Oakwood Road in Oak Creek from 8pm - 11pm. We'll party, dance, enjoy some nostalgic tunes outdoors and have a beer together from the new Beer Garden. Let's see how many Oak Creek High alumni we can assemble!
Brand New Venue! - Wegner's Cedar Lake Inn This Saturday 6/16 Diamonds & Martinis adds another venue to the growing list of places we've made our home, as we bring our unique style of nostalgia, entertainment and controlled middle-aged mayhem to the Cedar Lake Inn. While their 4919 Hwy 144 address is technically in Hartford, there are some GPS units that will tell you West Bend is more accurate, so if you plan on coming out please keep that in mind (you know how those country roads can be sometimes :)). Showtime is 9pm but, if you'd like, come out early to enjoy some great food and absorb their breathtaking view of Cedar Lake. Help us break in yet another cool venue... we hope to see you there!
JC AYER Hartland, WI Americana / Acoustic / Americana
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Stone Bank Pub on Thursday, Spitfire on Friday! Two solo shows this week_ see ya there!
UPCOMING SHOWS
Stone Bank Pub & Eatery Oconomowoc, WI Thu Jun 14 12 07:00 PM Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Fri Jun 15 12 09:00 PM Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Jun 21 12 08:00 PM > SEE MORE / DETAILS
JC AYER Hartland, WI Americana / Acoustic / Americana
Hey! This week JC will be hosting Spitfire's Acoustic Open Mic Nite on Thursday from 8 - 11 pm. With this installment, the open mic is now EVERY OTHER WEEK!! Instead of the first and third Thursdays of the month, by popular demand we will be rockin it every other! Looking forward to even more good stuff!
Then on friday, JC Solo at Golden Mast in Okauchee!
See ya there!
UPCOMING SHOWS
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Jun 21 12 08:00 PM Golden Mast Inn Okauchee, WI Fri Jun 22 12 07:00 PM Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Jul 05 12 08:00 PM
Hey! It's your pals from Something To Do! We wanted to send you a quick note reminding you that we'll be playing at SUMMERFEST in Milwaukee Friday June 29th on the great Potawatomi Stage! S2D plays from 2:00 PM til 3:30 PM! We'll be playing some new songs (CD release show on July 27 at the Miramar Theater in Milwaukee!!!) and some hoary chestnuts - this is your invite! There lots of awesome things happening at Summerfest this Friday - Jimmy Cliff! The Hives! Something To Do!
If you're on a slim Summerfest budget, then why not take advantage of the great Miller High Life admission deal. The first 2,000 patrons 21 and older, arriving between Noon and 3pm who bring six (6) Miller High Life or Miller High Life Light bottle caps will receive one (1) FREE admission ticket.
Hope you are enjoying the Summer! THIS week FRI, July 13, I will be w/ Craig at NICE ASH on Main St in Waukesha. 9-12:00. SAT., the Grimm Bros are at Saloon on Calhoun in Brookfield. 9-1:00. SEE 'YA...... Steve Grimm stevegrimm4@gmail.com
3D - The DeBraal Brothers 12:23pm Jul 18 Please come out this Saturday for a great new festival! Great music lined up for the entire day, 3D starts at 4:15pm! Kid & Adult friendly! Food, beverages, great weather expected......spread the word and let's make the 1st Annual Lutherfest a huge success!
Hi Everyone, Just wanted to invite you to Bilda's Friess Lake Pub in Hubertus on Aug 18 for Hannah's video premiere party for "It's In me". This is a song that Hannah wrote and it addresses bullying. Hannah was bullied a few years ago and wanted to try to inspire other teens to believe in themselves and know that their strength comes from within. This event will have food, music, raffles, and the video of course. The time is TBA but later in the afternoon/ early evening most likely. A portion of proceeds from this event will be dontated to an antibullying organization. Please tell friends, family, it should be a fun event!!! There were many involved in this video and we hope that all involved can make it!!! More details to follow!!! Sincerely, Melena and Hannah
You’re Invited to support two great causes, Vital Voices for Mental Health & Dry Hootch helping the veteran and their families. July 19th @ 4:30-8pm Music by Mistick Krewe 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Jul 26 12 08:00 PM Golden Mast Inn Okauchee, WI Fri Jul 27 12 06:00 PM Andrew's Bar & Restaurant @ The Delafield Hotel Delafield, WI Fri Aug 10 12 07:30 PM > SEE MORE / DETAILS
Friday Eric Diamond Show at Pillars Pub It's been several months since I've been at Pillars Pub, so I'm really looking forward to this show! I'm especially looking forward to it because I get to be part of a benefit to fight a disease which claimed a very good friend of mine some years back. Every year, Pillars hosts a Leukemia benefit, where half of the money raised goes to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The other half is always donated to a specific person who is currently battling this disease; this year it will be going to the Boylen family. Benefit starts at 8pm... I will take the stage at 9:00pm. We hope to see all you folks from the West Bend, Hartford & Slinger areas come out for this great cause.
Thursday's and Saturday's shows are private events; sorry.
WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR NEXT WEDNESDAY!!! Our Diamonds & Martinis show will be making its debut appearance at the Washington County Fair next Wednesday, July 25th at 12:30pm at the Devenport stage. Yeah, yeah, we know it's in the middle of the day, which falls right in the middle of the week. So what? Call in sick! Play hooky! Have a beer and relax... it's Diamonds & Martinis time!!! We hope to see some of our new friends from Wegner's Cedar Lake Inn and Pillars Pub there!
Speaking of "Fairs"... Wisconsin State Fair, Anyone? ONLY 16 MORE DAYS UNTIL THE WISCONSIN STATE FAIR!!!! Even though our website has our State Fair shows listed, I thought I'd list the details of my/our extensive dates there this year...
ALL SHOWS @ ROBERT'S/LEADFOOT BAR & GRILL, GRANDSTAND AVE.
Thursday 8/2, 12:30pm - Jim Best Show Friday 8/3, 3:30pm - Eric Diamond Show Saturday 8/4, 3:30pm - Eric Diamond Show Sunday 8/5, 12:30pm - Eric Diamond Show Tuesday 8/7, 12:30pm - Eric Diamond Show Wednesday 8/8, 12:30pm - Diamonds & Martinis Friday 8/10, 11:30am - Diamonds & Martinis Saturday 8/11, 3:30pm - Eric Diamond Show Sunday 8/12, 5pm - Eric Diamond Show
Join us on the Renegade Stage at the Kiwanis Pavillion at Fish Day on Port Washington's lovely lakefront! This Saturday at 4PM. UPCOMING SHOWS Wednesday July 25 - Washington Park Bandshell 6:30PM Surprise Opening Act! Saturday July 28 - Rocco's in Bay View 9PM Saturday August 11 - Curly's Waterfront Pub on Pewaukee Lake 9PM Saturday August 19 - Gathering on the Green in Pewaukee 4PM Sunday August 26 - Blues Fest at the Nashotah Clubhouse - 2PM Non-stop music from 11:30 to 9PM......You don't want to miss this one! www.southendbluesband.com
As you very well may know, we're one week away from our big-deal, hands in the air CD RELEASE SHOW IN MILWAUKEE at the Miramar Theater in lovely Milwaukee, WI. (We hope you are all planning on being there!) We're super stoked with how our new album "Music For Fine Dining" turned out and you deserve a copy, so try to make it out! If you can't, of course we'll be selling it at other shows and also online soon, via iTunes, Amazon, etc.
Also, we JUST ADDED a very last-minute show to our schedule: we'll be opening for THE OFFSPRING at the Rave TONIGHT (Saturday), playing on the big stage at 8 PM! Pretty neato.
So! As we get ready for an awesome rest of year, please think about buying a copy of our fancy new album for you and yours. Quick! Here are some upcoming shows! * Saturday, July 21 - THE RAVE, Milwaukee WI (Opening for The Offspring!) - 8 PM, all-ages * Friday, July 27 - CD RELEASE PARTY, Miramar Theater, Milwaukee, WI - 7 PM, all-ages * Saturday, August 11 - State Fair! - State Fair Grounds, Milwaukee, WI - 4 PM, all-ages * Thursday, October 4 - The Frequency, Madison, WI (w/ Mustard Plug & 4AM!) - 9 PM, 21+ * Friday, October 5 - The Triple Rock, Minneapolis, MN (w/ Mustard Plug!) - 8 PM, 18+ * Saturday, October 6 - Club Garibaldi's, Milwaukee, WI (w/ Mustard Plug!) - 9 PM, 21+ * Friday, October 12 - Ann Arbor, MI (w/ Mustard Plug) * Saturday, October 13 - Kalamazoo, MI (w/ Mustard Plug)
Diamonds & Martinis @ Washington County Fair Tomorrow (Wednesday)
From 12:30 - 4:30pm on Wednesday, come check out Diamonds & Martinis at The Washington County Fair off of Hwy PV in West Bend at the Davenport Family Stage!
Price Pointe Hotel in Waukesha Thursday
Looking for something different to do on a Thursday night? Join me and my Eric Diamond Tribute Show at The Price Pointe Inn on Bluemound Rd in Waukesha, for my FIRST SHOW THERE in the Sportz Lounge from 8pm until 11pm!
Packing House Friday
Diamonds & Martinis returns to The Packing House on Layton Ave by the airport this Friday. Showtime 6:30pm!
The 52nd Street Band - Playing the Music of Billy Joel With Special Guests - The "A" Sides
Wanna see what some of the ex-Boogie Men guys have been up to?? Mark Your Calendars!! 52nd Street has a few rare shows that we'd love for you to see in the upcoming month!
Albanese's Roadhouse for their 30th Anniversary Bash: Saturday, August 11th 8:00PM w/ Special Guests The "A" Sides (2301 W Bluemound Rd. Waukesha) Ala Carte at the Milwaukee Co. Zoo (on the Main Stage): Sunday, August 19th Joe Hite & Kris Krow at Noon The "A" Sides at 2:00 & 4:00 52nd Street at 5:30 See you at the show!
BUSY week starts with performing w/ the BOOZE BROS. @ the Botannical Gardens, THURS night @ 6:30- 8:30, Whitnall Park. Sat., night fly solo @ Fox and Hounds.6-10:00. Monday, the Grimm Bros ride into State Fair, SAZ's Stage, 1-5:00. PICTURE provided by ANDY NATHAN on FACEBOOK, (SUMMERFEST IN JULY), w/ BAD BOY. Not too bad for an older rocker........ Steve Grimm stevegrimm4@gmail.com
THE SOUTH END BLUES BAND at ROCCO'S in BAY VIEW TONIGHT 2860 S. KK 9PM
UPCOMING SHOWS
Aug. 11 - Curly's Waterfront Pub on Pewaukee Lake Aug. 26 - Blues Fest at the Nashotah Clubhouse Sept. 8 - Magellans on Main in Waukesha Sept. 14 - Bosco's Social Club - Waukesha Sept. 15 - Round Third
NEW AT THE ROBERT'S/LEADFOOT BAR & GRILL STAGE!!! New at the Robert's/Leadfoot stage this year: cameras and video screens! Now you'll be able to see us no matter where you sit. Also new at Robert's: MARTINIS!!! (Yep, the kind you drink.) Check the attached schedule for dates and times. Hope to see you all at the Wisconsin State Fair!!! Diamond's and Martini's
Join us on SATURDAY for an evening of Smokin' Blues-Rock at CURLY'S WATERFRONT PUB ON PEWAUKEE LAKE W272 N2697 Lakeview Boulevard 9PM - Midnight UPCOMING SHOWS Aug. 19 - Rocky Point - Pewaukee Aug. 26 - Bluesfest at the Nashotah Clubhouse 2PM Sept. 8 - Magellans on Main - Waukesha Sept. 14 - Bosco's Social Club - Waukesha Sept. 22 - Liquid Johnny's.....STALLIS! www.southendbluesband.com Like us on facebook!
Car Show @ Amelia's With The King and Diamonds Come to Amelia's on Layton Ave by the airport around noon on Sunday 8/19 for their Classic Car Show! DJ and karaoke legend Brian Gottfried will be spinning tunes and making announcements throughout the day, alternating with... yours truly! My good friend and favorite Elvis impersonator Alan Graveen will be joining me once again as The King and Diamonds... we hit the ground cruisin' with Neil, Elvis & nostalgic tunes around 1pm!!!
Nashotah Clubhouse Blues Fest Beer, Food and GREAT Live Music 11:30am - 8pm Exit Highway 16 at Hwy C and go south about a quarter mile The SOUTH END BLUES BAND plays at 2pm Upcoming Shows Sept. 8 - Magellan's in Waukesha Sept. 14 - Bosco's Social Club.....FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE! Sept. 15 - Rounding Third Brewers Bash Sept. 22- Liquid Johnny's - Stallis!
Hope you will join us to usher out SUMMER w/ some Rock and Roll! THIS THURS., Aug 30, 5:30-9:30, the Grimm Bros ride into QUAKER STEAK,4900 S Moorland Rd., New Berlin, for their Cruiser's Night Out. Friday Afternoon, 3-7:00, BAD BOY returns to OAK CREEK's Lionfest. Sat, Sept 1st, 12-3:30, Pretty Grimm performs for Harley of Oconomowoc's Salute to the Veterans, 1280 Blue Ribbon Dr. SUNDAY, I am back at Lionsfest in the POLKA TENT!! 6-7:30...ROCK ON!!!
Golden Mast Friday 8/31 After a little time away, Diamonds & Martinis returns to The Golden Mast on beautiful Okauchee Lake tomorrow night. Showtime 6:30 - 10:30pm... come on out to see one of Jim's last shows and the return of our very very very good friend... BARTENDER LORI!!!!!
Calumet County Fair on Saturday and Sunday My first time at the Calumet County Fair! Located in the town of Chilton (200 W Chestnut St), I will be performing on Saturday evening in the Family Entertainment tent -- there will be a nightclub-style atmosphere and waitresses to take your drink orders! -- from 6pm until 9pm. I will also be performing Sunday morning/afternoon in the Pavilion, alternating with the County B Basement Boys from 11am until 4pm. I can't wait for this Labor Day weekend, folks... hopefully I'll see some of you there! Thanks to Diane Johnson, Jeannie Gasch and Paul Juckem for making this happen. Also, if you live in the area, check out my article/interview in the Chilton Times-Journal!
Hello to you! This is a bit overdue and I am sorry about that. Here is an updated schedule of what is happening for this Fall and into Winter. I hope you had a great Summer and have a great fall. See you out and about!
Mike Brumm SOLO-- This means it is just me, doing the one man band thing, looping, rocking, and such!
Mike Brumm DUO--This means it is Dan Sipin and myself. We play weddings and other intimate parties. We have played many weddings which has resulted in happy brides and grooms each time!!
The Pubby's-- This means my new Irish band, we are getting our nitch down and I am pretty excited about the whole thing!
Learning to Fly-- This means my Tribute to Tom Petty Band and we are getting polished every show we play. If you know anyone who loves Tom Petty, this is the band for them...
September 10th, 8pm--THE IRISH PUB (in the 3rd Ward)--THE PUBBY'S*****Tonight!
Septemer 14th, 3pm--Private Wedding--Mike Brumm DUO
September 18th, 8pm--FIRE ON WATER--JAM FOR JAMAICA****Third Tuesdays!!
September 20th, 5pm--Private Party--Mike Brumm SOLO
September 21st, 9pm--THE NICE ASH--LEARNING TO FLY
September 22nd, 1:30pm--Wisconsin Avenue Bridge Party--Mike Brumm SOLO
September 22nd, 8pm--FARM FEST (near Madison, WI)---LEARNING TO FLY
September 29th, 7pm--WILLOWAY OPEN--Mike Brumm SOLO
October 1st, 8pm--THE IRISH PUB--THE PUBBY'S****FIRST MONDAYS!!
October 3rd, 6pm--RANDOM LAKE PIZZERIA--THE PUBBY'S*****FIRST WEDNESDAYS!!
October 4th, 9:30pm--THE GIG--Mike Brumm SOLO*****FIRST THURSDAYS!!
October 6th, 10pm--MAMA'S GARAGE (Wisconsin Dells)--LEARNING TO FLY
October 13th, 4pm--Private Party--Mike Brumm DUO
October 16th, 8pm--FIRE ON WATER--JAM FOR JAMAICA
October 20th, 8pm--PADDY'S PUB--THE PUBBY'S
October 27th, 10pm--FIRE ON WATER--LEARNING TO FLY--HALLOWEEN BASH!!!
November 1st, 6pm--THE GIG--Mike Brumm SOLO****First Thursdays!!
November 5th, 8pm--THE IRISH PUB--THE PUBBY'S****First Mondays!!
November 7th, 6pm--RANDOM LAKE PIZZERIA--THE PUBBY'S****First Wednesdays!!
November 17th, 9:30pm--CRYSTAL CORNER (Madison, WI)--LEARNING TO FLY
November 20th, 8pm--FIRE ON WATER--JAM FOR JAMAICA****3rd Tuesdays!!
November 24th, 7pm--VICTORIAN VILLAGE (Elkhart Lake)--NOMAD Music Festival
December 3rd, 8pm--THE IRISH PUB--THE PUBBY'S****FIRST MONDAYS!!
December 5th, 6pm--RANDOM LAKE PIZZERIA--THE PUBBY'S*****FIRST WEDNESDAYS!!
December 6th, 9:30pm--THE GIG--Mike Brumm SOLO*****FIRST THURSDAYS!!
FRIDAY NIGHT! BOSCO'S SOCIAL CLUB 260 W. MAIN STREET - DOWNTOWN WAUKESHA 8:30PM SATURDAY NIGHT! ROUNDING THIRD 6317 W. BLUEMOUND - BREWERS VICTORY BASH 9:30PM UPCOMING SHOWS Saturday Sept. 22nd - LIQUID JOHNNY'S Saturday Sept. 29th - Palmyra - Eagle Scholarships at PALMYRA PARK Saturday October 6th - THE BRIDGE INN GRAFTON Saturday October 27th - HAUS OF ROCK 'n' BLUES MANITOWOC www.southendbluesband.com
Welcome to our first Social Digest! Below you'll find a recap of some great
things that happened over the past couple of weeks. We'll also update our gig schedule so you can come out to a show. If you like what you read, just click on it and reply, comment, post or let us know what you think! We'll take song requests, gig suggestions, the works! We have been busy this summer. A full schedule in June and July, and 7 shows in August capped off by the fantastic time we had at the Gordon Lodge in Baileys Harbor. We have lots of photos and video from that gig that we'll share. Bryce has been doing some solo shows and Randy has been kept busy as the bass player for Sue DeBaco. Shows: Sept 14 at Jimmy's Island Grill in Wauwatosa. Sept 15 at the Riverside Brewery in West Bend. Sept 21 at The Cruise in Tichigan. New...
The King & Diamonds @ The American Legion This Friday! Back with Mr. "Alvis" Graveen, The King & Diamonds hits the floor at 7pm at The Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27Van Eimeren - Kolonka American Legion Post #27 in South Milwaukee.
All Elvis & Neil fans in the St. Francis, Cudahy, Milwaukee, Oak Creek and South Milwaukee areas gotta come out and see this show, as it never disappoints. For those die-hard Elvis fans, I know many of you have your favorite ETA (that's "Elvis Tribute Artist")... well, I can tell you that Al's already converted fans of GL Wesley, Tony Rocker and others; he simply has to be heard to be believed. For more info on Alan, please check out his webpage by clicking here.Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27
St. Augustine of Hippo Oktoberfest This Sunday! Have you heard our radio spots yet on WRIT? You haven't?? Well, check out the attached mp3 file!
Back once again with my good friend (and Ultimate Legends Band guitarist) John Eske, Diamonds & Gold returns from their hiatus to bring you your favorite Neil Diamond songs along with a bunch of Classic Oldies and AM Gold favorites. Join us as St. Augustine's (the one in Milwaukee/Bay View, not the one in West Allis) from 4pm - 7pm. All the information you need is attached, including a coupon to save you $$$ on food!
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MY UPDATED SCHEDULE IS ALSO ATTACHED!!! HOPE TO SEE YOU THIS WEEKEND
Promotional Video Shoot for Eric Diamond & the Ultimate Legends Band
Ever been in a music video? Wanna be? Well, this is your big chance! We're looking for people to hang out with us for awhile on Monday night, September 24th from 7pm until you just can't take it no mo'. We are calling upon our biggest fans and friends to fill up the front rows of Oconomowoc's Theater on Main, dance around a little bit and generally look like you're having a GREAT time gettin' down to a bunch of Neil Diamond tunes as we shoot our first truly professional Promotional Video. EVERYONE IS WELCOME!!! -- we only ask that you bring your smiling faces. This is an exciting time for us and we truly believe that this video is our first step towards greater things. An RSVP is appreciated but not necessary... if you can make it, just show up! Feel free to email me with any questions. PLEASE consider joining John, Jeff, Brian, Doug, Dennis, Matt & me for a night of magic!!!
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 22nd LIQUID JOHNNY'S 540 S. 76th STREET 9:30PM
Upcoming Shows September 29th - Palmyra-Eagle Scholarship Fund Palmyra Park 5PM October 6th - The Bridge Inn Grafton October 27th - Rock -n- Blues Haus Manitowoc November 3rd - Nauts Landing Menasha
Diamonds & Martinis Farewell Show Friday at The Golden Mast
In case you haven't heard, Jim Best will be playing his final show as "Mr. Martini" this Friday night (September 21) at The Golden Mast from 6:30 - 10:30pm. We would love to see you there to give him a big send off! But, keep in mind... for those of you who haven't made plans yet, we have already scheduled a New Years' Eve Reunion show at the Mast. STAY TUNED!!!
Braun's Ranch in Elkhart Lake Saturday
Saturday evening finds me once again at Braun's Ranch Supper Club in Elkhart Lake. The Neil Diamond & Nostalgia show has already become a favorite at Braun's and I'm looking forward to being there once again. I hope you can make it out! Although the show is supposed to begin at 8pm, the start time for entertainment seems to fluctuate there depending on the crowd... better get there by 7:30 just in case!
Tuesday Happy Hour Party at Las Palmas
Yes folks, after many months away... I'm performing at Las Palmas' (1901 S 60th St, West Allis) Happy Hour Party next Tuesday 9/25 from 6 - 10pm. Enjoy two-for-one margaritas and half-price appetizers. For full details, please see the attached flyer. We don't care where you're employed or what work-related stresses you have... all are welcome at the Happy Hour Party -- stop in and forget all about it for awhile!!!
NEWS FOR OCTOBER It’s already been a busy Oktoberfest season and it’s not quite done yet as Steve and the band head south to Illinois this coming weekend for several more Oktoberfest events. As I told you last month on September first, the new plan is to provide everyone with a monthly update on the first of the month, so here we go for October!
FREE MUSIC AT POTAWATOMI Free admission continues on Thursday afternoons at the Potawatomi Bing Casino, Fire Pit Side Bar. For over a year Steve and the band have been performing the third Thursday of every month. For this month of October only, the performance moves to the 2nd Thursday of the month to avoid conflicting with other events happening at the casino. If you have not been to Potawatomi to see Steve for a while, why not make plans to attend on Thursday, October 14? With plenty of seating, ample dance floor, multiple restaurant choices should you want to grab a bite to eat either prior to or following the performance, and of course the hottest slots and table games in town, you can’t go wrong. Throw in the great music of Steve Meisner along with Don Hunjadi and Tom Brusky and you have an afternoon of low-priced fun, including no admission charge. Who knows, you might even win big!
CD SALES AVAILABLE ON-LINE Looking to get moving on your Christmas shopping? Missing a Meisner CD in your collection? The complete catalog of Meisner music is now available directly from Steve at www.stevemeisner.com/music.htm. You’ll find over 20 CDs from both Steve and father Verne, DVDs, and even the new Meisner Time T-Shirt. Make your purchase using any major credit card and your order will be on the way! Steve's new on-line ordering system uses one of the safest credit card processing companies in the world – PayPal. If you already have a PalPal account you can use it to make your purchase. But don’t worry, if you don’t have or don’t want a PayPal account, you don’t need one! Simply and safely enter your credit card information and you’ll be on your way. Of course, if you prefer to mail in your order along with a check you can still do that. Speaking of Steve’s website, watch for some changes later this month as Steve has started to clean house and update things on-line. If everything goes as planned, Steve will launch a completely new and re-designed website sometime next year.
STILL TIME TO GET ON THE BUS There is still time for you to get on the bus with Steve and the band as they head to Cleveland next month for the annual Thanksgiving polka party. A few seats remain available but you need to sign up right away. Join Steve along with Rick Hartmann, Denny Anderson and Don Hunjadi as they all perform in Cleveland with more than a dozen other bands on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, November 22-24, 2012. For more information or to sign up, contact Dan Andresen by e-mail at flyer.43@hotmail.com, give him a call at 262-248-0835 or 262-949-0188, or fill out the form to get on the bus!
We're Bringin' the Blues Back to Grafton on Saturday Night!
SATURDAY OCTOBER 6th THE BRIDGE INN 1216 BRIDGE STREET 9PM
Upcoming Shows
Friday October 26th Rock - n - Blues Haus Manitowoc Saturday November 3rd Nauts Landing Menasha Saturday November 10th Curley's Waterfront Pub Pewaukee Saturday November 17th Playoffs Pub Greenfield Wednesday November 21st Rounding Third - EVE of THE FEAST BASH!
Writing On The Wall Social Digest for the week of October 1, 2012 Follow Me:
Welcome to our Social Digest! How are you all doing?...well we hope, anyway,
here are our upcoming dates: Oct 6 at the Boneyard Pub & Grill in Sussex. Oct 19th at the Nice ash in Waukesha. Oct 26 and 27 at the Isle casino in Waterloo, IA. Once again we appreciate you guys! Thanks for your support. Bryce & Randy
To All you Halloweeners: WE are looking forward to a Gig @ The Ranch, SAT., OCT. 27 in Rubicon FEATURING, members from the original Bad Boy. We will perform selections from the 1st two LPs on UNITED ARTISTS, which entered Billboard's top 100. TIX are $8 IN ADVANCE or $10 AT THE DOOR. Contact Ranch, Uncle Bob's or Steve for advance tix. Please lookout below.......
THIS SAT., Oct 13th, the GRIMM BROS., ride into STOLLEY's HOGG ALLEY on Venice Beach Rd,, in Oconomowoc. Let's ROCKTOBER!!!
Old School is back after returning from their Amish Tour of York, Pennsylvania. Let me tell you that Rumspringa was crazy! This Saturday we'll be rockin' at the Bridge Inn in Grafton. This place is always a party!
Date: Saturday, Oct 13th Time: 9ish Where: Bridge Inn Address: 1216 Bridge St, Grafton, WI
It's been awhile, but the Neil Diamond show returns to 88 Keys Piano and Martini Lounge on Greenfield Ave this Friday at 8pm! This time I will have my good friend (and Ultimate Legends bandmate) John Eske with me. Diamonds & Gold hits the "stage" at 8pm. If you like Classic Oldies, guitar strummin' and nostalgic tunes, and possible appearances by such acts as Buddy Holly and Roy Orbison, this show is a must-see! And for those of you who have seen one of our performances at 88 Keys, you know how crazy these shows can get. We know you'll be there so, thanks in advance. :)
"The Village of Pipe"... Big Al Capone's in Malone, WI on Saturday
No, it's not the same Capone's we used to play in Downtown Milwaukee. Located in the town of Calumet, Big Al Capone's is technically in the unincorporated village of Pipe but has a Malone address. Make sense to you Milwaukeeans? Me neither... but nonetheless, it looks like a really cool place that just happens to be hosting my Eric Diamond Tribute Show for the first time this Saturday! Approximately only 3 miles from Johnsburg, 14 miles from Kiel, 14 miles from Chilton and 16 miles from Fond du Lac, my new friends from the private parties and Fairs/Festivals I played this summer have no excuse for not stopping in. I hope to see you all there to help me "break in" this new place in grand style. Showtime is 8pm!!! spacer (1K) New Shows Added for all Oak Creekians and Franklinites
The BEST, fall-of-the-bone BBQ ribs and fish fry you will EVER have, Jim Dandy's will host the Eric Diamond Tribute Show during their Halloween party on Friday, October 27th and The King & Diamonds Elvis & Neil show on Friday, November 2nd. Stay tuned for more details!!!
You know you've been dying to have dinner and see a show at The Golden Mast. Well, what better time than the day before Sweetest Day? Diamonds & Gold starts with some mellow dinner music at 6:30 and starts rockin' your favorite oldies and classic nostalgia at 7:30.
Pillars Pub in West Bend on Saturday
For those of you in the Slinger and West Bend areas, bring your significant other to Pillars Pub and have a couple of Sweetest Day drinks in the pub that used to be a church! The Eric Diamond Tribute Show starts at 9pm and ends around midnight.
Halloween Happy Hour Next Tuesday
Don't forget about Las Palmas' Pre-Halloween Happy Hour party next Tuesday, October 23rd starting at 5pm. Two-for-one margaritas, half-off appetizers, giveaways and music from "Alice Diamond" from 6-10pm. Although this will be a much more laid back version of the Halloween shows I've done in the past, you're guaranteed to hear some of your favorite Alice Cooper, Doors and David Bowie songs in addition to the obligatory Neil n' Nostalgia you've come to love. See the attached poster. Hope to see you!
Halloween Party at Jim Dandy's NEXT Saturday! A new addition to the schedule, don't miss my first appearance at Jim Dandy's in Oak Creek (corner of 27th St and Grays Ln, just north of Ryan Rd) next Saturday, October 27 for their Halloween party!
Schedule Updated I'm in the process right now of updating the website with my November schedule, so by the time you read this it should be out there. Check it out!
It's after midnight and I've been non-stop working one job or the other since 9am Thursday (yesterday) morning... so after my own version of "fourthmeal" (two grilled cheese sandwiches, one Eggland's Best egg [over easy, mind you] and some Tomato n' Basil Bisque), I'm gonna make this installment as quick and painless as I can before I say something really obscure and silly. Off we go, into the wild blue ethernet...!
"The Neil & Nostalgia Show" at The Golden Mast
Tomorrow (actually, tonight) night is sure to be yet another fun-filled Golden Mast show. This time featuring my good friend Jeff King, Friday November 30th is the night to be prepared for many of the martini-swilling classics that you've come to know and love as well as a few foot-blistering dance-party surprises along the way! Our slow, "Have-A-Drink-While-You're-Waiting-For-A-Table" set begins at 6:30pm, with the official party to follow shortly afterward.
And speaking of the Mast, don't forget that it's never too early nor too late to plan your New Years' Eve. Remember that this will be your ONLY chance to see the ONE-TIME DIAMONDS & MARTINIS REUNION SHOW. For full details, please see the attatched flyer!!!
Quinney Quencher in Chilton This Saturday
I've heard so many cool things about this place that I no longer giggle to myself after saying the name. Go ahead; say it three times fast. Quinney Quencher in Chilton. Quinney Quencher in Chilton. Quinney Quencher in Chilton. OK... you can stop now.
Located in beautifully historic Downtown Quinney (???), they are supposed to have an awesome appetizer and sandwich menu, and the prices are extremely reasonable (an Angus Steak Sandwich for $5.00??? Why that's insane!). So HEY, Holylanders... come on out and help me break in another new venue! Showtime is 8pm... thanks again to Gordy, Carla & Diane!
Oh, and hey, check out the attached poster. C'mon, check it out. Neil will sing Happy Birthday to you in Hebrew on your special day if you do. OK, that's a lie... but it's kind of fun to think about.
Goodnight, and have a pleasant tomorrow.
I'm tired, dizzy, and literally feel like I'm going to pass out, folks. A free drink at my next show to the first person who EMAILS ME that can name the character in the inset in the picture on the right, WITHOUT CHEATING.
Inline image 2The UnXpected New Years Eve 9pm - 2am Tickets Available Now! December 31st 2012 Sussex Bowl NYE PARTY- Sussex, WI Open Bar - Beer - Rails - Calls - Shots - Bombs; Champange Toast to bring in the New Year; Pizza Buffet after Midnight; Buy your tickets today: $45 in advance, $55 at the door; Event is limited to 350 people don't be left out......contact Sussex Bowl for Tics: http://www.sussexbowl.com/entertainment-new.shtml
End of the World Friday! Spend It With The Neil & Nostalgia Show at The Golden Mast
OK, so... by now you've all heard the rumor (myth, superstition, prophecy... call it what you will) that, according to the Mayan calendar, the world will end this Friday, December 21st. If you haven't heard this, I promise I won't make any sarcastic comments about living under the proverbial rock... you can read a very detailed yet reader-friendly description by clicking here.
Now, as much as I love David (Bar Manager at the Golden Mast), I'm really hoping that his is NOT the last face I see if the world does end. But that's the chance I have to take... since my very good friend Jeff King and I are bringing the Neil Diamond & Nostalgia Show to you once again this Friday night! Showtime is 6:30pm folks... and hey, I look at it this way: if the world DOES end, I can think of a lot worse places to spend my time than beautiful Okauchee Lake. And if it doesn't end? Well, we can still dance & party like it's the end of the world, can't we?
Speaking of Celebrating at The Golden Mast...
It's a tradition that's been established. For the past four years, Diamonds and Martinis has been performing at The Golden Mast on New Years' Eve... so why should this year be any exception? For ONE SHOW AND ONE SHOW ONLY, Jim Best and I will be reunited to help you ring in 2013. Except THIS time, we will be in the Lake Terrace Room for a very special "Dinner & a Show" show! With TWO DIFFERENT PACKAGES from which to choose, there is an option to fit everyone's budget! See the flyer (attached) for more details, or call (262) 567-7047 for more information or to reserve your spot now!
Big Al Capone's in Malone This Saturday 12/22/12
Back by popular demand! For those in the Fond du Lac/Malone/Pipe/Chilton areas, come on out for my second time at one of the coolest places I've played in a long time! The Eric Diamond Tribute Show starts at 8pm at Big Al Capone's (N10302 Hwy 151, Malone [village of Pipe]). Come early and grab some GREAT grub! Check out the attached flyer.
A Nation Shocked and Saddened I don't often get "topical" or discuss tragic events in these emails... I usually try to remain upbeat and give people an opportunity to forget about the bad stuff in their lives and in the world. But after poking gentle fun at the thought of the world ending, I can't hit Send on this email without bringing up the horrific events that transpired last Friday at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newton, Connecticut... and how the world ended for these 27 innocent victims and their families. We as humans try to reconcile these kinds of things in our heads, try to make some sense out of events that make no sense. These abominations, these crimes against humanity, shake us to our very core as we wonder, if there is a God, why would he let something as unthinkable as this happen to his children? I have no answers... only a deep sadness for the fate of humankind. My heart and tears go out to the family and friends of the victims and the victims themselves. May your family, beliefs, faith, and/or the simple gifts of this holiday season provide you with the strength and peace of mind to carry on. PLEASE remember to give your parents... your children... your grandchildren... your nieces and nephews... an extra, extra-long hug. Tonight, if possible. It's the most important thing you will ever do.
NEW YEARS EVE BASH AND SHOW @ the SAND BAR on Pewaukee Lake! With Scott E B. & The US Project & Bad Boy! Its US not the U.S. show...! Free Shuttles to hotels and all! FB Invite - http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/events/377931388961319 Miller High Life and The Sand Bar, Proudly Present: Scott E. Berendt & The US Project w/ the Legendary Bad Boy, New Years Eve Show Two shows, two bands, two sets each, one long night! Two bars, one night club and restaurant under one roof, and hotel rooms available near by!!!And, Free Shuttles all night long..to the Lake Country area.. The two bands will trade on and off all night long, starting at 9pm - ($50 cover/covers it all) - Drinks, food and music from two of the most sought out bands in the Midwest ~ And performing all their hits that night will be an all star line up, original members, Steve Grimm, Xeno, Craig Evans, Scott E. Berendt & The US Projects, Tony Brice, Brian Breundl, and other surprise US guest sitting in all night long! And an open jam too send you home with or back to your hotel...! - Don't Miss It! Plan now...!!
*** Hotels available @ Country Springs with water slides, La Quinta, Holiday Inn Express with pools and an easy way on and off the high way to all of the fun - Near Waukesha, WI, Lake Country Area - Take SS, one mile North off of I94w - Exit 290 and you are at the party and on the LAKE
"Ebert & Alper" at The Packing House This Friday 12/28/12
It's only been two months since I've been at The Packing House on Layton Ave by the airport, but to me it seems like forever. Join us this Friday for a very special show, as I am joined by none other than Packing House favorite Sherwood Alper for, well, "The Ebert & Alper Show"! Sherwood was a regular entertainer in The Packing House lounge awhile back, and he and his wife have been friends of Diamonds & Martinis for years... so many of you probably already know him. But for those of you who don't, prepare to be wowed. Sherwood will marry his special mix of "martini music", jazz, and 50s & 60s doo-wop with my Neil Diamond tribute and nostalgic hits for a professional, fun-filled variety show... two great tastes that go great together, so you don't want to miss this one! There will be finger-snapping, singing, dancing and some of the best food and lounge service you will ever experience. Come on out and share a little holiday cheer! Showtime is 6:30pm.
Saturday Night Eric Diamond Show at Pillars Pub in West Bend!
It's always been an honor to be asked to perform at Pillars Pub in West Bend... and so I return once again for a special holiday show! If you have never been out here before, you owe it to yourself to have a couple of drinks in the pub that used to be a church. Party and dance right in front of the stage, hang out at the bar or relax upstairs and watch the Eric Diamond Show from the comfort of the balcony (where the choir used to sing, naturally). And of course, the extensive bottled beer selection and service-with-a-smile are among the best that Washington County has to offer! This may be one of the last times you'll see me in the area, so please, stop on in. Showtime is 9pm.
New Years' Eve Diamonds & Martinis Show!!!!!!!!!
By now, I'm sure you've heard the rumor... mostly because I've been talking about it in these emails for the last two months! Diamonds & Martinis will be doing a one-time and one-time only reunion show beginning at 7pm at The Golden Mast this Monday evening for our special New Years' Eve All-Inclusive Dinner and a Show. Maybe you've heard the radio spots over the past two weeks... if you have, then you'll recognize the voice and information that's included in the attached video. (Please make sure to check it out! It's playable on most computers and tells you everything you need to know about this Monday evening. If you cannot view the video, a poster with all the pertinent information is also attached) And if a classy, delicious sit-down dinner isn't in your plans this New Years', no worries! The Golden Mast also provides you with a $30 option after 10pm to come see the show, which also includes an open bar and late-night buffet. I promise you that this Diamonds & Martinis Reunion will NOT happen again, so join Jim Best & me in the Lake Terrace Room on beautiful Okauchee Lake so we can all wax nostalgic while ringing in 2013 together!
"Ebert & Alper" at The Packing House This Friday 12/28/12
It's only been two months since I've been at The Packing House on Layton Ave by the airport, but to me it seems like forever. Join us this Friday for a very special show, as I am joined by none other than Packing House favorite Sherwood Alper for, well, "The Ebert & Alper Show"! Sherwood was a regular entertainer in The Packing House lounge awhile back, and he and his wife have been friends of Diamonds & Martinis for years... so many of you probably already know him. But for those of you who don't, prepare to be wowed. Sherwood will marry his special mix of "martini music", jazz, and 50s & 60s doo-wop with my Neil Diamond tribute and nostalgic hits for a professional, fun-filled variety show... two great tastes that go great together, so you don't want to miss this one! There will be finger-snapping, singing, dancing and some of the best food and lounge service you will ever experience. Come on out and share a little holiday cheer! Showtime is 6:30pm.
Saturday Night Eric Diamond Show at Pillars Pub in West Bend!
It's always been an honor to be asked to perform at Pillars Pub in West Bend... and so I return once again for a special holiday show! If you have never been out here before, you owe it to yourself to have a couple of drinks in the pub that used to be a church. Party and dance right in front of the stage, hang out at the bar or relax upstairs and watch the Eric Diamond Show from the comfort of the balcony (where the choir used to sing, naturally). And of course, the extensive bottled beer selection and service-with-a-smile are among the best that Washington County has to offer! This may be one of the last times you'll see me in the area, so please, stop on in. Showtime is 9pm.
New Years' Eve Diamonds & Martinis Show!!!!!!!!!
By now, I'm sure you've heard the rumor... mostly because I've been talking about it in these emails for the last two months! Diamonds & Martinis will be doing a one-time and one-time only reunion show beginning at 7pm at The Golden Mast this Monday evening for our special New Years' Eve All-Inclusive Dinner and a Show. Maybe you've heard the radio spots over the past two weeks... if you have, then you'll recognize the voice and information that's included in the attached video. (Please make sure to check it out! It's playable on most computers and tells you everything you need to know about this Monday evening. If you cannot view the video, a poster with all the pertinent information is also attached) And if a classy, delicious sit-down dinner isn't in your plans this New Years', no worries! The Golden Mast also provides you with a $30 option after 10pm to come see the show, which also includes an open bar and late-night buffet. I promise you that this Diamonds & Martinis Reunion will NOT happen again, so join Jim Best & me in the Lake Terrace Room on beautiful Okauchee Lake so we can all wax nostalgic while ringing in 2013 together!
Hi Guys, If you missed it last Saturday, the Cowboy Brothers had a very rocking Christmas at Spitfire in Okauchee. Look for new shows in the coming year. Also, I have updated my website. Click on, take a look around, let me know if you like it. On to this weekend. Friday I have a solo show at Callanan's Parkway Pub at 115th and Oklahoma in Stallis, (West Allis). Saturday I'm with Randy at the Fox & Hounds in Hubertus for a Writing on the Wall show. Stop out if you're in the area. Either way, enjoy the new year! See Ya, Bryce
Upcoming Shows/Events:
Date: Location: Venue: Ticket Price: Dec 28, 2012 Milwaukee, WI Callanan's Parkway Pub (map) Free Details >> Dec 29, 2012 Hubertus, WI Fox & Hounds Restaurant (map) Free Details >> Dec 31, 2012 Waterloo, IA Isle Casino (map) Free Details >> Jan 12, 2013 West Bend, WI Riverside Brewery (map) Free Details >> Jan 19, 2013 Hubertus, WI Fox & Hounds (map) Free Details >>
Braun's Ranch This Saturday Neil's gonna be 72 this year! His birthday is actually next Thursday, January 24th... but we're celebrating this Saturday 1/19/13 at Braun's Ranch in Elkhart Lake! Showtime is a little bit later than I normally play at Braun's -- 8:30pm -- but it will still be a great time. Especially since... WE'LL HAVE CAKE!!! Hope to see you there.
Also, a big thanks to everyone who was at the Dale's Weston Lanes "Legends of Rock" show... I had almost forgotten how fun it was to play with the Ultimate Legends Band! Special thanks to Dianna and Jeff Busha as well as my "Milwaukee Contingent", Barb and Karen.
"Ebert & Alper" at 88 Keys Friday We had such a great time and such a great response to our show at the Packing House last month that we've decided to make this a more regular thing! Join accomplished singer & musician and seasoned veteran Sherwood Alper and me at 88 Keys (in beautiful downtown West Allis) this Friday 1/25 as we perform the best Neil Diamond and martini-drinking, finger-snapping, singalong-ing tunes that your nostalgic little hearts desire. Showtime is 8:30pm... get there early for a seat!
And... for those who have been with us for awhile, please welcome back sound and light guy, roadie and "Stage Manager" extraordinnaire... JON KRUGER!!!!
Jim Dandy's on Saturday
Once again back in Oak Creek by popular demand, I return to Jim Dandy's on south 27th Street. Stop in for Wisconsin's best ribs before the show! The music starts at 8pm. This is actually a pretty cool, fun place with some of the greatest, upbeat bartenders I've encountered in awhile... hope to see you there!
St. Stanislaus Parish & Oratory Annual Dinner Auction
Tickets are Free and Goodwill donations are appreciated. For more information click on the link above to visit the event's Facebook page.
Spend the evening "Rockin' with the Oldies"! Step back into a night of 1950's music with the band Bobby Way and the Fabulous Wayouts, while enjoying a fantastic dinner of your favorite All-American foods and soda shop specialties.
Get in the mood and dress the era with a fun poodle skirt or letter jacket! Impersonate your favorite 1950's celebrity, such as Elvis Presley, Audrey Hepburn, Frank Sinatra, Grace Kelly, Lucille Ball, Buddy Holly or John Wayne!
ERIC DIAMOND. http://www.milwaukeeliveentertainment.com/band_profile.asp?bandid=189 CENTRAL HOUSE IN CHILTON TONIGHT (FRIDAY) Boy, it's amazing how the week just gets away from me. This email was supposed to be sent out on Monday... and, well, it obviously wasn't. Anyway...
This evening finds me at a new venue -- the Central House in Chilton! The food is supposed to be great, and there's even a rumor going around the internet that the place is haunted... but you'll just have to come check it out for yourself. I urge all my friends and fans from the Chilton, Fond du Lac, Kiel, New Holstein, Manitowoc, Appleton, Plymouth and Pipe areas to join me at 321 E Main St starting at 7pm!
PILLARS PUB IN WEST BEND SATURDAY I'm back again in West Bend at Pillars Pub! I hope to see some of the same folks I met at the Chandelier Ballroom in Hartford last Sunday... Pillars is always a great time, and has some great people working there. The Neil Diamond/John Mellencamp/Nostalgia Show starts at 9pm, in the bar that used to be a church! New songs, and a different approach to the setlist guarantees this show to be a blast!
New website and printable schedule are on their way...
I apologize for not getting this show on my website... several of you emailed me today stating that you heard a rumor that I was going to be at Jim Dandy's tomorrow, but since it wasn't on my site you weren't sure. Well... the rumors are true!
Come join me tomorrow at 8900 S 27th Street in Oak Creek... the show starts at 8pm, or come early and try one of the best and most varied fish frys the south side has to offer! Enjoy their parmesan-crusted baked cod, or indulge yourself in some deep-fried walleye, perch, cod or bluegill. If you haven't tried Jim Dandy's, you need to check it out. It's one of Oak Creek's "hidden gems".
And if that weren't enough, I will be debuting some more new songs tomorrow in addition to the normal Neil you know and love. Don't let a little snow keep you locked in your house... YOU LIVE IN WISCONSIN! Drive safe and I'll see you there tomorrow night!
And I promise to be better at updating my website, too. I have a brand new version of it almost ready to go, but keep hesitating on pulling the trigger. Stay tuned...
Hello, Mistick Krewe is doing a semi-acoustic show this Saturday evening on Main Street in downtown Waukesha. Here are the details:
Saturday, February 23, 2013 8:00 pm. to 11:00 p.m.
Sprizzo Gallery Caffe 363 W Main St Waukesha, WI 53186 (About half a block west of the intersection of Main and Clinton St) 262.513.5640
Sprizzo Caffe' is a locally owned cafe, coffee shop and bar conveniently located in Historic Downtown Waukesha. They offer soups, sandwiches and salads. Their specialty is martinis and offer drink specials every night. Join us for good food, drinks and music!
New Venue... Paddy's Pub!!! I'm so excited about this new venue I don't even know what to do with myself. My first time officially performing as "Eric Diamond" on the east side, Paddy's Pub is an awesome, authentic Irish Pub located at 2339 N Murray Avenue (sneezing distance from North Ave). Normally known for the outstanding Irish and folk music that they host, Patty & Woody have been gracious enough to give the "Neil & Nostalgia Show" a shot on their side of town. Relax downstairs before the show in their quaint, cozy, atmospheric pub and then pop upstairs at 9pm for the show. The ornate decor in this place truly has to be seen to be believed! SInce this is a brand new place for me, if you're in the area I would love & appreciate your patronage at this one. There's plenty of $2 parking at the bank across the street if you get there early enough... otherwise there's street parking available. Slainte!
South Wayne Community Fundraiser at Marty's Saturday Afternoon My second time in South Wayne, WI, I am honored to be asked back by Ron D. and his friends for this worthwhile cause, this time to raise money for the South Wayne Food Pantry. The show starts at 1:00pm at Marty's Village Inn at 207 WI State Hwy 11 in South Wayne and ends at 3:30pm, although the fundraiser will be running throughout the day. If you live in the general area, please stop in! It'd be great to meet you.
LAURA'S DONGES BAY CLUBHOUSE Home of the Best Damn Fish Fry in Ozaukee County 7520 W. Donges Bay Road - MEQUON 8PM
UPCOMING SHOWS
March 15 - Gus' Mexican Cantina Adoption Services Fundraiser March 16 - Liquid Johnny's March 29 - Bosco's Social Club April 6 - O'Keefe's House of Hamburg April 13 - Nashotah Clubhouse - Save The Music Event April 19 - Mamie's April 27 - Nashotah Clubhouse May 4 - Pillars Pub - With our friends, the Maple Road Blues Band
3rd Annual Spring Tasting Featuring a variety of Craft and Micro Beers along with a select variety of wines Friday, May 17th The Boneyard Pub & Grille N64 W23180 Main Street Sussex, WI 6:00pm – 11:30pm
6pm – 9pm Tasting 8:30pm – 11:30pm live entertainment provided by The UnXpected Silent Auction & Raffle Hors D’Oeuvres
$35 in advance Contact Terri Schiedemeyer @ 246-8171 for tickets Please make checks payable to: HABC Must be at least 21 years old to attend
Boneyard Pub and Grille N64 W23180 Main Street Sussex, WI
6pm – 9pm Tasting 8:30pm – 11:30pm featuring Live entertainment provided by The UnXpected
Hello, We’ll be performing a mixture of rock, country and blues covers and originals. Rocco's Bar and Hall 2860 S KK, Bay View, Wisconsin Saturday, March 16th at Starting at 8:30 PM
Get your Irish on with your WAMI Nominated Blues Artist of the Year...................... SOUTH END BLUES BAND!!!!!
Liquid Johnny's 540 S. 76th Street - West Allis 9:30pm
Upcoming Shows
3/29 - Bosco's Social Club - Waukesha 4/6 - O'Keefe's House of Hamburg 4/13 - Nashotah Clubhouse - Save The Music Benefit 4/19 - Mamie's 4/27 - Nashotah Clubhouse 5/4 - Pillars Pub with Maple Road!!! - West Bend
Eric Diamond Solo Show at The Packing House This Friday Happy Spring, everyone! Doesn't it just feel like spring out there? Uh huh...
It feels like forever since I've been at The Packing House by the airport... so I'm especially excited about this show! I will be performing my solo show for the first time at The Packing House this Friday starting at 6:30pm. Come on out, have a GREAT fish fry one last time before Easter, and stay for the music! My first slow, lounge-y, "Wait For Your Table To Be Called or Digest What You've Already Eaten" set will be chock full of new songs from both Neil Diamond and well as other artists... and that's where the fun begins! I have added many more tunes to my show that you haven't heard me do before... songs by Johnny Rivers, Warren Zevon, The Commodores, Bobby Darin, Marc Cohn and a host of other songs you thought you forgot. The Packing House is the place to be this Friday night!
"Ebert & Alper" at 88 Keys This Saturday I am honored to once again share the stage with seasoned singer, entertainer & comedian Sherwood Alper this Saturday at 8:30pm at 88 Keys in downtown West Allis. Besides your usual dose of Neil, Sherwood will bring everything he's got, including your favorite 50s thru 70s songs, from Frank Sinatra to Paul Simon! You can sit, relax and have a few of their delicious martinis from their updated drink menu, or get up and shake what your mama gave ya! The choice is yours at 88 Keys.
Jim Dandy's in Oak Creek This Friday Your last chance to grab a Lenten fish fry this Friday, I return once again to Jim Dandy's in Oak Creek to make your Good Friday even better! The Neil Diamond & Nostalgia Show starts at 8pm. It feels like months since I've been there... I hope to see YOU there!
Pillars Pub in West Bend This Saturday Although I'm normally at Pillars Pub every three months, my good friends Pat and Annette have decided to take a chance and book me again two months in a row. This Saturday 3/30's show will be slightly different than past shows. Although still featuring your favorite Neil Diamond hits, there will be more of your favorite 60s, 70s & 80s tunes scattered throughout the sets. More new songs means more variety and dancin', drinkin' good times! Just don't party too hard... don't forget you have to face the family at Aunt Marge's on Sunday (and don't forget that you promised to bring the Calico Beans)!
YES! Come see your WAMI Nominee for Blues Artist of the Year
The SOUTH END BLUES BAND at
Bosco's Social Club 260 W. Main Street Downtown Waukesha on
Friday March 29th at 9PM
Upcoming Shows
April 6 - O'Keefe's House of Hamburg April 13 - Nashotah Clubhouse Save The Music - One Set 4PM April 19 - Mamie's! April 27 - Nashotah Clubhouse - Full Show May 4 - Pillars Pub with Maple Road! May 11 - Playoffs Pub May 25 - Lyons Irish Pub - Watertown
My day job has put me way behind. I have a gig this Friday at Callanan's in West Allis. Percussionist Rich Reilly will join me. Saturday finds Writing on the Wall in DC at the Stone Harbor Resort in Sturgeon Bay...maybe Rich also. Take care, see you soon! ---------------------------------------- Upcoming Shows/Events:
Apr 12, 2013 - Milwaukee, WI - Callanan's Parkway Pub - More info: http://fburls.com/20-osjNc518 Apr 13, 2013 - Sturgeon Bay, WI - Stone Harbor Resort - More info: http://fburls.com/79-uF1P0uXI Apr 19, 2013 - Sturgeon Bay, WI - Stone Harbor Resort - More info: http://fburls.com/57-shcEtAX4 Apr 26, 2013 - Wisconsin Rapids, WI - Hotel Mead - More info: http://fburls.com/58-gdAVevsJ Apr 27, 2013 - West Bend, WI - Riverside Brewery - More info: http://fburls.com/79-dSZ7LO48
"Ebert & Alper" Returns to The Golden Mast This Friday Already a Golden Mast Lounge favorite, Sherwood Alper and I return to Okauchee Lake tomorrow night (4/12/13) for our blend of Neil Diamond classics, smooth standards n' rockin' nostalgic sounds from the 50s thru the 80s. The weather should be a little better, so come on out!
My Return to Shooters Sports Bar/On the Rock Restaurant with Watertown's Own VanEskes Band on Saturday! I'm very excited about this one, folks, for two reasons: 1) It will be my second time at Shooters; 2) I get to perform alongside my good friend John Eske from the Ultimste Legends Band. Many of you know that John is also the singer and guitarist in another band, Watertown's own The Van Eskes! I've seen and met these guys several times; their vocal harmonies are awesome and are just a really fun band to see live. They do some great Beatles numbers along with a bunch of great rock n' roll and country from the 60s thru the 90s. Showtime is 8pm; the Van Eskes and I will be alternating throughout the night... and who knows? We may even do a couple of Mellencamp tunes together or something.
This event is mainly for a birthday party, but it's anything but private... so if you're in the area you have to stop in! Showtime is 8pm, but you might want to get there early as we anticipate a HUGE crowd.
Join us THIS SATURDAY at The NASHOTAH CLUBHOUSE 5 Bands starting at Noon The SOUTH END BLUES BAND goes on at 4PM for ONE HOT SET $2 cover with all proceeds going to benefit the Lake Country Schools Music Programs
UPCOMING SHOWS
April 19 Mamies! April 27 Nashotah Clubhouse - Full Show May 4 Pillars Pub in West Bend with Maple Road! May 11 Playoffs Pub Greenfield May 25 Lyons Irish Pub Watertown
MAMIE'S - 33rd and National FRIDAY APRIL 19 9:30pm Help make our debut at this Milwaukee Blues Treasure a Hit!
Upcoming Shows
April 27 - Nashotah Clubhouse May 4 - PIllars Pub in West Bend with Maple Road! May 11 - Playoffs Pub in Greenfield May 25 - Lyons Irish Pub in Watertown
www.southendbluesband.com WAMI Nominee Blues Artist of the Year
Eric Diamond Central House in Chilton This Friday... By Popular Demand!
We all had such a great time the last time at The Central House in Chilton that we just had to do it again. Please join me at 7:00pm at 321 E Main St for some great food and a fun and (hopefully) entertaining evening. Come early and have the best breaded mushrooms you will ever have... and for an interesting treat to tantalize your taste buds, try Bourbon/root beer pork chops. Would love to see all my friends from the Kiel, New Holstein, Fond du Lac, Oakfield and of course Chilton areas!
Another Fun-Filled Oak Creek High Alumni Show at Jim Dandy's...?
I hope so! Let's see if we can cram even MORE Oak Creek High School Alumni into Jim Dandy's than we did last time! The Neil & Nostalgia Show kicks off at 8900 S 27th St, Oak Creek at 8pm! Have a bite to eat, a couple of beers and let's hang...
Busy Week... Had a busy week this week and therefore have not had a chance to update the website. Next week for sure!!!
Last Week at The Mast Just wanted to let everyone know what an awesome time we had last Friday at the Golden Mast Restaurant... there was an energy, a "magic" in the room that I haven't felt there in months. Many faces I haven't seen in awhile, including Tom Pipines and his wife Sally... thanks for coming out and making it a great night, everyone!!! Also, a big thanks to Sherwood Alper for being there, putting on a great show and being a superb "partner in entertainment"!!!
Sorry for the lateness of this email... it's been a rough week.
First, I want to thank EVERYONE for the votes and tremendous feedback on the Oak Creek Patch site! We are still in talks right now... stay tuned and I'll let you know what happens with the Oak Creek Summer Concert Series at the Community Center!
This Friday (um, that would be TONIGHT) I will be with my old friend and (relatively) new singing partner Sherwood Alper. We're still looking for a "name" for this act, but for right now, we call it "Ebert & Alper: The Neil & Nostalgia Show". Join us as we sip martinis and wax nostalgic over all the great songs from the 50s thru the 80s and the Neil Diamond songs you know and love. Showtime is 8:30pm, on the corner of 72nd and Greenfield Avenue in beautiful downtown West Allis!
Then tomorrow night (Saturday 5/4), I will be back at The Press Box in Fond du Lac (251 Forest Ave) for what I am sure is going to be another amazing night. Every time I'm there, the crowd gets bigger, and cooler, and so much more fun than the time before... at this point, I'm not even sure if we've been adhering to their Occupancy Code... which just gives you an idea of what a great time this place is. Showtime is 8pm!!!
Don't forget, next week in Two Rivers... The Ultimate Legends Show!!! Schedule attached.
The Packing House Friday It's been awhile, and I've missed it. Sherwood Alper and I once again bring our "Ebert & Alper: Neil & Nostalgia Show" to the Packing House this Friday 5/24. Come hang with Dawn & Rich, two of the best bartenders on the planet, as Sherwood and I serenade you with the best hits of the 50s thru the 80s. And if there's a Neil song you haven't heard in awhile, don't be afraid to request it! The Lounge Show starts at 6:30, with dancing and frivolity to follow.
Sorry, Oak Creek... Due to circumstances beyond my control, my previous email announcing our appearance at The Oak Creek Community Center's Summer Concert Series has to be rescinded. Unfortunately for The Ultimate Legends Band and Oak Creek festival goers (but hopefully lucky for those folks in Tomahawk, WI), July 24th was a date I already had booked, and my excitement over landing the OC show apparently overrode my ability to check the date first. With a very tightly run schedule, the Community Center was sadly unable to offer a different date. But don't miss the festival anyway, occurring on Wednesday nights in the summer... with such big name acts as Eddie Butts and Pat McCurdy, it's BOUND to be a blast!!!!! (Read the full article here, which includes a very gracious nod to yours truly.)
Heard of "Fat Elvis"? Meet "Fat Neil"... So... I've always been interested in nutrition, natural remedies and how different fruits, vegetables and herbs can affect the human body... but sometimes, my love for cheeseburgers, pizza and anything deep fried combats those interests & beliefs. While I'm not looking for compliments, since January I have lost approximately 25 pounds and I'm slowly traveling the road to becoming more healthy.
Why am I bringing this up? Because back in January, a promoter named Jeff said something that pushed me over the edge and finally made me realize that I needed to get myself together. The two links below are from the Weston, WI show where that conversation occurred. While I am not proud of the way I looked that evening, it was a great show with the Ultimate Legends Band, and a pretty cool looking video, that deserves to be seen by the folks that were not there. I hope you enjoy the videos.
Brother Love (I started singing in the back of the room, which the cameraman didn't catch)
Thank the Lord for the Nighttime
Happy Memorial Day Folks... while you're nursing a beer and grillin' up your brats and your dogs this weekend... please take a moment to think of all of the people -- friends, family, family of friends, loyal patriots that you've never even met -- that have fought to keep this country free. It's not about the "Off Day"... it's about those that constantly fight to defend our freedom. And of course... please keep everyone in Oklahoma City in your hearts.
"Free... only want to be free... We huddle close... hang on to a dream..."
- Neil Diamond, "America"
Jim Dandy's Saturday I apologize to all the other locations where I perform in Milwaukee County but, when I'm in town, Jim Dandy's has become the place to be!!! The crowds there have been growing exponentially, and everyone has been so friendly, and awesome, and welcoming... please come out, enjoy a great dinner (ribs, anyone?) and hang with me and my Neil & Nostalgia Show! Show starts at 8pm.
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Sat. Feb 20th, Tony and Steve are @ the cozy Fox and Hounds, 1298 Freiss Lk. Rd., Hubertus, 7-11:00. HOPE TO SEE YA'
ReplyDeleteHi all,
ReplyDeleteYer pals the Cowboy Brothers are up in Green Bay this Friday evening for a show at Mackinaws. If you find yourself in the area stop by and say hi...the place will be packed! Check the website for details..... we put a bunch of pictures of you guys on there so check it out.
Chris & Bryce
EARLY START - SMOKE - FREE - LAKE COUNTRY!!!
ReplyDeleteSATURDAY FEBRUARY 20TH - 8PM
CHILL COCKTAIL LOUNGE
1/2 MILE NORTH OF I-94 ON HWY. SS
And a preview of upcoming attractions........
February 26th - Cystic Fibrosis Wine Tasting Fund Raiser - The Hilton Center Downtown - This a GREAT EVENT for a GREAT CAUSE. Contact Kelly at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. 262.798.2060 for more information and tickets.
March 11th - The Trio at Vino 100 - Tosa.
March 26th - Rhythm 'n Brews in Saukville - 8:30 start! Come on out for dinner!
April 10th - 3rd Annual GRAFTON BLUES CHALLENGE at the Circle B in Grafton. MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THIS FANTASTIC NIGHT OF BLUES!!!!
Yours in Blues!
Sevastopol will be playing Friday from 8:00 – 11:00PM at Magellan’s
ReplyDelete370 W. Main St., Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186
Cost: No Cover
We hope to see you there!
Paul
Event: BaDD HabiT @ Sandees Cool Runnigs - feb 27th
ReplyDelete"Come Rock out and help celebrate our 50th show !!!"
What: Concert
Start Time: Saturday, February 27 at 10:00pm
End Time: Sunday, February 28 at 2:00am
Where: Sandees
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=325027468702&mid=1ed6087G60412244G12dfd49G7
Diamonds & Dreams at The Golden Mast This Friday
ReplyDeleteThe Headline says it all! After three days of Diamonds and Martinis at the Golden Mast in Okauchee last week, please join us this Friday 2/26 to welcome Kim back! Showtime is 7pm.
SATURDAY, MARCH 6th: "Legends of the Past Show" at Clifford's... THEN Diamonds, Martinis & Dreams at 88 Keys
I feel very privileged and honored to have been asked to join Jimmy Prince's "Legends of the Past" show on Saturday, March 6th at Clifford's Supper Club on 104th & Forest Home. This is a live show with a full band and features not only Jimmy and me, but also KK Presley, Danny Moore and Freddy Meier, performing tributes to Neil, The Big Bopper, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Frankie Avalon, Bobby Vee, and much more! (Showtime is 8pm... I will be hitting the stage at approximately 8:30.)
See the attached flyer for more info (JP 3-6-10 Legend flyer.pdf). Tickets can be purchased through me, from Clifford's, or via PayPal through Jimmy's website. For more information on Jimmy's awesome Legends-style shows, please visit www.jimmyprinceshow.com. To get to the DIRECT link to his Schedule page and to buy tickets, please click here. If you'd prefer to purchase tickets through me, simply email me ASAP. ;)
A little later that very same evening, Jim Best, KimE and I will be at 88 Keys on 72nd & Greenfield. After Clifford's, I will be heading straight over to 88 Keys to join Kim and Jim for our first show together since Capone's last year!. No matter which place you end up Saturday, it's guaranteed to be a blast!
Event: 76 Juliet @ Mo's Irish Pub!
ReplyDeleteStart Time: Saturday, February 27 at 9:30pm
End Time: Sunday, February 28 at 5:40am
Where: 10842 West Bluemound Road Wauwatosa, WI
Event: Southern Impact at Lighthouse Lanes
ReplyDeleteStart Time: Friday, February 26 at 8:00pm
End Time: Saturday, February 27 at 12:00am
Where: 7294 Sleepy Hollow Drive, West Bend, WI 53090-1161
Event: The Now @ Players Park Sports Bar
ReplyDeleteWhat: Performance
Start Time: Saturday, February 27 at 10:00pm
End Time: Sunday, February 28 at 1:30am
Where: Players Park Sports Bar
Event: Sam & John's 19th Annual Winter Blues Brothers Bash!
ReplyDelete"Cure the winter blues with free beer and an open jam!"
What: Night of Mayhem
Start Time: Saturday, February 27 at 7:30pm
End Time: Sunday, February 28 at 12:00am
Where: American Legion Post #27
Marty - Big Cedar Bluegrass
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Feb 27th - Concert: Memorial Lutheran Church
7701 N Green Bay Rd, Glendale, WI 7 to 9pm
Admission:$10 or $8 with 2 cans of food for food pantry
Mar 12th -Stillwaters Show Song of the Stanley Brothers
3617 Scenic Rd in Jackson - 7:30 - 10:00 door opens 6:30pm
Hwy 45 to Hwy 60 - Take hwy 60 west to Scenic Rd -(watch for John Deere Dealership on South Side of Road) Scenic Rd S about 1/4 mile (west side of Rd)
Admission: $10.00 or $8.00 with a can of food for the food pantry
Mar 20 - Big Thaw Bluegrass Festival - Mequon, WI
Unitarian Church North -13800 North Port Washington Road
for info www.badgerlandbluegrass.org
Sevastopol will be playing Saturday, March 6 from 9:00 – 11:00PM at the newly remodeled and expanded Magellan’s!
ReplyDeleteWe’ll be there with the entire band -- Dave Zale, Tom Schwerm, Steve and Jill Smith and myself.
Magellan’s
370 W. Main St., Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186
Cost: No Cover
We hope to see you there!
Paul
~Sevastopol~
Diamonds & Dreams will be performing this Friday, March 5th at The New Berlin Hills Golf Club for the Martin Luther High School Mission Trip fundraiser hosted by Pete Monfre from Channel 12. The kids are trying to raise enough money to travel to Costa Rica this year. For more information, see the attached flyer (Mission Trip Fundraiser.jpg). There are some awesome prizes, including two roundtrip tickets on Midwest Airlines! To purchase tickets or for more details, either let me know or e-mail Andrew Limmer at alimmer@martinlutherhs.org.
ReplyDeleteSATURDAY, MARCH 6th: "Legends of the Past Show" at Clifford's...
This Saturday, March 6th is Jimmy Prince's "Legends of the Past" show at Clifford's Supper Club on 104th & Forest Home. This is a live show with a full band and features not only Jimmy and me, but also KK Presley, Danny Moore and Freddy Meier, performing tributes to Neil, The Big Bopper, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Frankie Avalon, Bobby Vee, and much more! (Showtime is 8pm... I will be hitting the stage at approximately 8:30.)
See the attached flyer for more info (JP 3-6-10 Legend flyer.pdf). Tickets can be purchased through me, from Clifford's, or via PayPal through Jimmy's website. For more information on Jimmy's awesome Legends-style shows, please visit www.jimmyprinceshow.com. To get to the DIRECT link to his Schedule page and to buy tickets, please click here. If you'd prefer to purchase tickets through me, simply email me ASAP. ;)
...Then, Later That Night...
A little later that very same evening, Diamonds, Martinis and Dreams will be at 88 Keys on 72nd & Greenfield in Downtown West Allis. After Clifford's, I will be heading straight over to 88 Keys to join KimE and Jim for our first show together since Capone's last year. Anybody wanna "bar hop" with me? :)
...THEN, on Tuesday...
I will be back at 88 Keys (get it, 88 + 88 = 176...) on Tuesday, March 9th for a special Happy Hour! Although originally for all Rexnord Industries and Falk employees, this event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Opening at 4pm, enjoy two-for-one drinks (including martinis) until 6pm... entertainment starts at approximately 4:30, and ends, well, when I stop. :) If you can't make it this Saturday, come down and check out Happy Hour on Tuesday 3/9 at 88 Keys!
Jeanne says, "This will be the last local show for quite some time so lets ROCK the Orchard Inn this Sat!!!!".
ReplyDeleteEvent: BaDD HabiT @ Orchard Inn 3/6/10
"Rockin out in the Falls @ the Orchard Inn"
What: Concert
Start Time: Saturday, March 6 at 9:30pm
End Time: Sunday, March 7 at 2:30am
Where: Orchard Inn
Hi All, We're in West Bend this Saturday. The Riverside Brewery...I can almost taste their Amber now...... Yum! Take a listen ... 255 S Main St.... We'll see Ya there!
ReplyDeleteChris & Bryce
Hi All, We're in West Bend this Saturday. The Riverside Brewery...I can almost taste their Amber now...... Yum! Take a listen ... 255 S Main St.... We'll see Ya there!
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Chris & Bryce
Martini Happy Hour This Tuesday at 88 Keys
ReplyDeleteI will be back at 88 Keys (72nd & Greenfield, West Allis) this Tuesday, March 9th for a special Happy Hour! Although originally for all Rexnord Industries and Falk employees, this event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Opening at 4pm, enjoy two-for-one drinks (including martinis) until 6pm... entertainment starts at approximately 4:30, and ends, well, when I stop. :) Come down and check out Happy Hour on Tuesday 3/9 at 88 Keys! (Oh, and did I mention it's also Melissa MP's birthday celebration...?)
Diamonds & Martinis at Las Palmas on Thursday
Jim and I will be at Las Palmas (in West Allis, again) on 60th & Burnham on Thursday, March 11th and will be trying out something a little different that night... come see what it is as you enjoy Diamonds, Martinis and two-for-one margaritas, baby!
"The King and Diamonds" in Delafield This Friday
For all of you Elvis fans... Coming up this Friday, March 12th at 8pm, join me and Lake Country's own Alan Graveen at Twist n' Olive in Delafield as we present "The King and Diamonds -- The Elvis Presley and Neil Diamond Tribute"! It WILL be packed to the rafters, so get there early for a table!
DJ's Pub & Grill on Saturday
Finally... Diamonds & Martinis will be at DJ's in Muskego (S76W18040 Janesville Rd) on Saturday, March 13th. It's been months since I've been there, and even longer since Jim has shined around those parts... come on out and welcome us back, gosh darn it! (Don't forget to turn your clocks ahead that night for Daylight Savings Time, everybody...)
Last Saturday Night...
Thanks to EVERYONE who came to either Clifford's or 88 Keys on Saturday night... I had a GREAT time at both shows, and I know Jim and Kim had an awesome time too. Stay tuned for announcements of MORE SHOWS with the Jimmy Prince Band... :)
To see a few pictures from that evening, please click here!
"BaDD HabiT @ Rodeo Bar" on Saturday, March 13 at 9:30pm.
ReplyDeleteEvent: BaDD HabiT @ Rodeo Bar
"First Time in Neenah, WI ... Lets make it a good one "
What: Concert
Start Time: Saturday, March 13 at 9:30pm
End Time: Sunday, March 14 at 3:30am
Where: Rodeo Bar
Steve Meisner Polka Band
ReplyDeleteDon’t forget to join the fun this weekend!
Sat 13th 68 Street Pub, 6800 W Layton Ave, Milw. WI 8:30pm
(Set your clocks for daylight savings time)
Sun 14th Hiawatha Bar, Hwy 11, Sturtevant, WI 2:00pm
For an updated performance list visit www.stevemeisner.com.
Friday, March 12th
ReplyDeleteOld School - Golden Mast
Saturday, March 13th,
at St. Leonard Parish Community Center
W173 S7743 Westwood Dr. in Muskego
May ye be LUCKY enough
to celebrate at the
ST. PATRICK’S DAY FEST!
A GRAND EVENING OF
FOOD & SHENANIGANS
Dinner served ~ 6 to 8pm
Beer & Wine Tasting ~ 7 to 9pm
Live Music by " The UnXpected" ~ 8 to 11pm
Silent Auction and Raffles drawn at 10pm
Tickets for the buffet and buckets of fun are available for $30 through
Jennifer Bloor
262.679.7038
jjbloor4@aol.com
"The Boogie Men in Okauchee this Weekend!" on Friday, March 12 at 7:00pm.
ReplyDeleteTony says, "What's up friends?? Stop out in Okauchee this Friday or if Cedarburg is more in your neighborhood, we'll be there at The Roadhouse on HWY 60 on Saturday. Regardless, hope to see you soon! All dates, as always at http://www.facebook.com/l/c3f38;www.boogiemen.com ".
Event: The Boogie Men in Okauchee this Weekend!
What: Fundraiser
Start Time: Friday, March 12 at 7:00pm
End Time: Saturday, March 13 at 2:00am
Where: Club Lava (formerly Ground Zero)
BaDD HabiT member new's bulletin:
ReplyDeleteGreat new everyone. Our female singer Krisin Miller competed in an international singing contest sponsored by the international band "Halestorm". She was the first place winner and will be singing live at one of thier upcoming show on their 2010 tour. Congrats to Kristin. If you want to see her video that won click on the link below.
We are very proud of her and hopefully something big will come out of this for her.
http://www.halestormrocks.com/blog/its-not-you-itskristin-miller-milwakuee-wi/#comments
Golden Mast and Stonebank Pub This Friday and Saturday
ReplyDeleteDiamonds & Martinis is back at The Golden Mast on Okauchee Lake this Friday. Come in for the best fish fry in town and then come back into the bar for us! Showtime is 7pm.
Then this Saturday, March 20th, Diamonds & Martinis returns to Stonebank Pub in Oconomowoc. If you've been there, you know how crazy this place can get... heck, there may STILL be people there leftover from St. Patrick's Day! Come out for some of the best Irish/English/American comfort food in the Lake Country area. Showtime is 8:30pm.
Our homepage has been updated to include a printable schedule of the rest of March and most of April. Also, you can plan ahead and see what's been booked so far thru May by taking a look at the Shows section. You know where it is -- www.ericdiamondproductions.com!
Many of you have been asking about the Carnival Cruise I brought up a month or two ago... I'm still working out some final details... I promise I'll share more soon!
We'll see you this weekend... we hope you all had a safe and enjoyable St. Patty's Day!
Tony invited you to "The Boogie Men "Summertime" Video World Premire Tour hits Rooters!" on Saturday, March 20 at 9:30pm.
ReplyDeleteTony says, "Hey friends! The Boogie Men are at Rooters this Saturday & we'll be doing the premiere of our new video for "Summertime" as well! If you can make it, great! If not, please forward this to any friends that you think might be interested. THANK YOU! ".
Event: The Boogie Men "Summertime" Video World Premire Tour hits Rooters!
Start Time: Saturday, March 20 at 9:30pm
End Time: Sunday, March 21 at 1:30am
Where: Rooters
Jeanne invited you to "The Latest Edition" on Saturday, March 20 at 8:00pm.
ReplyDeleteJeanne says, "Check out my friend Ryan Howell's band. Ryan is also the guitarist from Tom's old band Altered State. Show begins at 8PM and there will be no cover. They play a great variety of Southern Rock and Country so come check them out.".
Event: The Latest Edition
Start Time: Saturday, March 20 at 8:00pm
End Time: Sunday, March 21 at 12:00am
Where: N168 W20788 Main Street Jackson, WI 53037
Jimmy and Bob will be bringin' the blues to the North Shore DUO-STYLE this Saturday!
ReplyDeleteThe Centennial Bar and Grille
9PM - Come out early for dinner!
Port Washington Road and Donges Bay in Mequon
Upcoming Gigs
March 26th - The full band at Rhythm 'n Brews in Saukville - Early Start / Great Fish Fry!!!
April 10th - 3rd Annual Grafton Blues Challenge at The Circle B in Cedarburg
April 15th - Summerfest Battle of the Bands at Club Garibaldi's in fashionable Bay View
April 16th - Jimmy's Birthday Bash!!!!! House of Hamburg - FREE BEER!!!!
April 24th - Klavier Lounge - Germantown
Hi Folks,
ReplyDeleteWe'll forgo the pretty pictures this week and just tell you what's up.
Friday 3/26 7:30 pm at the Golden Mast Inn on beautiful Okauchee Lake.
Then Saturday 3/27 7:30 pm..... this copied from the Fox & Hounds post on Facebook:
"Time for another "holler and a swoller" with the Cowboy Brothers! One of the favorite acts to play our lower level lounge. Come and check them out, you'll see why!
While you are at it, check out our great 2-for-1 dinner special, now extended to Saturday nights. More specials and information available at our website: http://www.foxandhoundsrestaurant.com
See you soon!
Chris & Bryce
The Last Call Connection
ReplyDeleteA long time ago, there was a band called Dandelion Wine (first incarnation). The lead singer was a man named Jim Best. That band broke up, but later reformed with a few new members including new lead singer Eric Ebert. Calling themselves Last Call, they played around Milwaukee for a couple of years. Then, Eric left the band. They continued on with both a new male and female lead singer (Gary Banach and Kim Engebretson, respectively) and played a bunch more places before their breakup in 2007.
Why am I telling you all this? Because this is how Jim, Kim and I all got to know each other... and it's even more relevant now, because...
"Diamonds, Martinis & Denim" Thursday Night at Las Palmas!
Diamonds & Martinis returns to Las Palmas (60th & Burnham, West Allis) again this Thursday night, with Special Guest Gary B. of Last Call fame! Since we're always looking to try new things on Thursday nights, Gary is stepping in with his own special Acoustic Tribute to the 1980s (Bryan Adams to the Black Crowes, Men at Work to Motley Crue, etc) in addition to the normal D&M shennanigans! Should be a great one, folks... and with two-for-one margaritas, how can you go wrong? Showtime is 7pm.
D&M Return to Bunker's on Saturday 3/27
Haven't played Bunker's Nostalgic Lounge in what seems like forever... but Jim and I are back there on Saturday night! And before you think about coming later and passing on eating dinner there, you have to read the write-up they recently got in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
http://www.jsonline.com/features/dining/88422637.html
They're on 74th & Greenfield (also West Allis) and we start the show at 9pm!
Hope to see you...
Eric
Jeanne invited you to "Rock the Ark Contest Vote for 7wishes" on Monday, March 22 at 12:00am.
ReplyDeleteJeanne says, "Please vote for my friends band!!!! Vote 7 Wishes today!!!".
Event: Rock the Ark Contest Vote for 7wishes
What: Performance
Start Time: Monday, March 22 at 12:00am
End Time: Sunday, March 28 at 12:00am
"Paper Airplanes of Fire "LIVE"" tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteEvent: Paper Airplanes of Fire "LIVE"
What: Performance
Start Time: Tomorrow, March 24 at 11:00pm
End Time: Thursday, March 25 at 12:00am
Where: The Elbo Room Chicago, IL.
What's a Friday without a great Fish Fry? What's a weekend without a blast of the BLUES???
ReplyDeleteFriday March 26th - 8:30PM
Rhythm 'n Brews
150 S. Foster Dr Saukville ( I-43 and Hwy. 33)
Upcoming Shows
April 10th - 3rd Annual Grafton Blues Challenge at The Circle B Recreation Center
April 15th - Bay View Battle of the Bands - Club Garibaldi
April 16th - House of Hamburg - JIMMY'S B-Day Bash - FREE BEER!!!!!
April 24th - The Klavier Lounge - Germantown
May 14th - Magellan's on Main Street - Waukesha
Event: Rudy's Open Mic at Motor
ReplyDeleteWhat: Jam Session
Start Time: Today, March 31 at 6:00pm
End Time: Today, March 31 at 9:00pm
Where: 401 E. Canal Street, Milwaukee
BaDD HabiT @ Lighthouse Lanes 4/3
ReplyDeleteWhat: Concert
Start Time: Saturday, April 3 at 9:30pm
End Time: Sunday, April 4 at 2:30am
Where: Lighthouse Lanes
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=113441102000894&mid=21d374bG60412244G147d519G7&n_m=milwaukeelivebands%40yahoo.com
The Now returns to Emmer's Bar
ReplyDeleteWhat: Performance
Start Time: Saturday, April 17 at 9:45am
End Time: Saturday, April 17 at 1:45pm
Where: Emmer's Bar
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=111038705581540&mid=21e3392G60412244G1485749G7&n_m=milwaukeelivebands%40yahoo.com
Thanks,
ROCK ON, Jim!
ReplyDeleteIt's your friends, LOST AND FOUND, sending you this public service announcement.
Turns out, we'll be playing a concert or two in your area and we'd like to see you there if you can make it. We hope you can be there.
Also, you can click the link below to tell your friends about the concert and that would help us A LOT.
http://speedwood.com/modules/tellafriend.php
Here is the information:
ROCKFORD, IL
April 9, 2010
Time: 7:30 pm
Mt. Olive
Tickets: $8.00
For more information: 815/ 399-3171
Please call the local number to verify concert information as details can, and do change at the last minute.
DIRECTIONS
Mt. Olive is located at: 2001 N. Alpine Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
OTHER INFORMATION
Tickets are $8 with a family maximum of $20. So...bring the Whole Family!
We'll hope to see you in Rockford. We've not been in that area for a while, and it is not on our schedule for the rest of 2010. So c'mon over and say hello!
Twist n' Olive in Delafield TONIGHT!
ReplyDeleteDiamonds & Martinis returns to Delafield tonight to play all your finger-snappin', toe-tappin' nostalgic favorites. It's been almost a year since Jim has been at the Twist n' Olive with me, so don't miss this one! Showtime is 8pm.
88 Keys Piano & Martini Lounge Next Friday
Once again, Diamonds & Martinis will be at 88 Keys in West Allis next Friday, April 9th. We know how much you guys love this venue, and with even more staff on hand this time to serve your martini needs, it's bound to be nothing short of another spectacular evening! Showtime is 9pm. (Click the 88 Keys link above to check out their new website!)
Changes Next Saturday!
I am officially done saying "formerly Robert's Restaurant" when talking about this place. :) Diamonds & Dreams will be taking the stage at Changes next Saturday, April 10th. Since this will be KimE's first time at Changes, please come out and make her feel welcome! She will even be introducing a few more tunes for your listening and dancing pleasure. Showtime is 8pm!
Happy Easter, everyone!
Remember folks... we're on Facebook! If you are too, then make sure to become a Fan of Eric Diamond Productions.
We hope everyone has a wonderful Easter and gets to enjoy this beautiful, unseasonably warm weather for a little while. And since I'm not really into the cutesy, flowery spring and Easter pictures, I leave you... with a picture of a bunny with a pancake on its head. SEEEE YA...
"BaDD HabiT @ Rhythm and Brews 4/10" on Saturday, April 10 at 9:00am.
ReplyDeleteEvent: BaDD HabiT @ Rhythm and Brews 4/10
What: Concert
Start Time: Saturday, April 10 at 9:00am
End Time: Sunday, April 11 at 2:00am
Where: Rhythm 'N Brews
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=108898172475872&mid=2260e34G60412244G14bf193G7&n_m=milwaukeelivebands%40yahoo.com
Thanks,
From: Steve Grimm
ReplyDeleteDate: April 5, 2010 8:26:27 PM CDT
Bcc: dguerra@wi.rr.com, msetzke@yahoo.com, aperet@slwip.com, mpakalski@grcgranite.com, speedysyren@yahoo.com, kjmuser@wi.rr.com
Subject: ROCKIN' this week
THIS week Scott, Craig and I host Smokin' Joe's Jam on THURS night. But, Saturday night sounds like a BLOWOUT @ Bay View Bowl, 2416 S Kinninkinic. This is Mike's (OWNER), wife birthday bash. The Grimm Bros ride again w/ special guests. Bowling, beer, rock and roll, under the black lights. You won't forget this place if you can leave ALIVE! (JOKING)
76 Juliet @ JB's Italian Grille" on Saturday, April 10 at 10:00pm.
ReplyDeleteEvent: 76 Juliet @ JB's Italian Grille
What: Concert
Start Time: Saturday, April 10 at 10:00pm
End Time: Sunday, April 11 at 2:00am
Michael Drake
ReplyDeleteBetty Brinn – The Island Kids Show, Pickles the Roaming Reader from “The Growing Books” and a book signing with Kay Lum the illustrator and myself! April 10
Bob Kames Foundation Jazz Festival April 16th -18th Mention my name and you’ll receive at least a $10 discount on any of the evening shows!
Kids Fest & Baby Expo April 17th – 18th The Island Kids Show and a performance reading each day at the Book Nook. Also visit me at my booth!
88 Keys – Piano Martini Lounge April 24th Jazz Lines Band performing my original music from the CDs SAZZUNK and It’s Nice in Paradise
Angelos Lounge May 22 1686 N. Van Buren St. Milwaukee, 414-347-4144
Floatation Vacation Cruise II February 13-20th, 2011 Book early
For the complete Michael Drake… go to www.drakemusic.com
I hope to see ya!
Thanks,
Jimmy's B-Day Blues Bash
ReplyDeleteWhat: Performance
Start Time: Friday, April 16 at 9:00pm
End Time: Saturday, April 17 at 12:30am
Where: O'Keefe's House of Hamburg
Check out Mike Brumm
ReplyDeleteApril, 14 2010 09:00 PM - Art Bar
722 East Burleigh, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53212 -
Debut at the Art Bar!!
April, 15 2010 09:00 PM - The Nice Ash
327 W. Main Street, Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186 - Free
Come and enjoy a tasty cigar! Great Beers. Walk in Cigar Museum. Bags, Hookahs, and even leather chairs!
April, 20 2010 06:00 PM - Random Lake Pizzeria
435 2nd St, Random Lake, Wisconsin 53075 -
Third Tuesday’s of the month at the Pizzeria, "OPEN JAM"!! Great pizza, great beer, great!
April, 22 2010 09:00 PM - Fire on Water
518 N. Water Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 -
Thursday night Party!!!
April, 23 2010 09:00 PM - Foxy’s
219 N. Franklin St, Port Washington, Wisconsin 53074 - Free
April, 29 2010 09:00 PM - Up n Under and "CHAFO"
1216 E Brady Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 - 5
Last Thursdays of the month, "Mike Brumm and TBA". Every last Thursday of the month at the Up and Under.
May, 7 2010 07:30 PM - Rusty Anchor Saloon
135 E. Grand Avenue, Port Washington, Wisconsin 53074 -
May, 18 2010 06:00 PM - Random Lake Pizzeria
435 2nd St, Random Lake, Wisconsin 53075 - Free
Third Tuesday’s of the month at the Pizzeria, "OPEN JAM"!! Great pizza, great beer, great!
May, 20 2010 09:00 PM - The Nice Ash
327 W. Main Street, Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186 - Free Show!!!
Smoke them cigars!
May, 21 2010 05:00 PM - Concord House-Jam for Jam Music Festival
W985 Concord Center Drive, Sullivan, Wisconsin 53178 - 15-40
Three days of Music in support of Jam for Jam 2011, roofing projects in Porus, Jamaica. Friday, May 21 7pm Dirty Diesel Jack’s Epic Bazaar (feat members of FMR, Clovis Mann, Burgundy Ties and more) 8:30pm We Are Your Father (Milwaukee Rock) 9:45pm Cherry Pie (80’s rock tribute) 11pm Tristan Royalty Squad (New Milwaukee Afro-Beat) 12:30am Roster McCabe (Minnesota Grooves) weather permitting: outdoor appearances by Sean Shiel and Mike Brumm Saturday, May 22 noon The Wundoes (old time classics) 2pm Ron Klein and the OverServed Band (Country Blues) 3:30pm Nicholas Mrozinski and The Feelin’ Band (Minnesota Soul) 5pm Shoeless Revolution (midwest Funk) 7pm Steez (Madison Creep Funk) 8:45pm Bryan Cherry Band (Milwaukee Groove Rock) 10:15pm Heatbox (Minnesota vocal/beatbox phenom) 12am R.A.S. Movement (New Milwaukee Reggae)
May, 24 2010 09:30 PM - The Cardinal with "ELF LETTUCE"
418 E. Wilson Street, Madison, Wisconsin 53703 -
Hey Madison, "Come and check it out!"
May, 27 2010 09:00 PM - Up n Under and TBA
1216 E Brady Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 - 5
Last Thursdays of the month, "Mike Brumm and TBA". Every last Thursday of the month at the Up and Under.
June, 15 2010 06:00 PM - Random Lake Pizzeria
435 2nd Street, Random Lake, Wisconsin 53075 - Free
Third Tuesday’s of the month at the Pizzeria, "OPEN JAM"!! Great pizza, great beer, great!
June, 17 2010 09:00 PM - The Nice Ash
327 W. Main Street, Waukesha, Wisconsin 53186 -
June, 24 2010 09:00 PM - Up n Under
1216 E Brady Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202 - 5
Last Thursdays of the month, "Mike Brumm and TBA". Every last Thursday of the month at the Up and Under.
July, 2 2010 07:30 PM - Rusty Anchor Saloon
135 E. Grand Avenue, Port Washington, Wisconsin 53074 -
Boogie Men - "This is a great little cocktail party at the fabulous Z2 marketing in Pewaukee! Open bar, live music & all donations go directly to Leukemia / Lymphoma society. 5:30 to 7:30; stop by after work or before you hit the town! ~Tony".
ReplyDeleteEvent: Cause-Mo Friday
What: Fundraiser
Start Time: Friday, April 16 at 5:30pm
End Time: Friday, April 16 at 7:30pm
Where: Z2 Marketing
Las Palmas This Thursday 4/15
ReplyDeleteAlthough this show didn't make it onto the schedules you've probably seen, I will be at Las Palmas this Thursday night. Come down for two-for-one margaritas and the happy little 60s, 70s, 80s and Neil Diamond ditties to which you've grown accustomed. Showtime is 7pm.
Also... next week TUESDAY, APRIL 20th at Las Palmas, our friend Barb from Rexnord Industries is sponsoring another Happy Hour... this time at Las Palmas! Once again, there will be two-for-one margaritas, appetizers, and music from lil' ol' me. Although it is a pseudo "Private Party", EVERYONE IS WELCOME. Showtime for this event is 5pm.
Diamonds & Dreams at Stonebank Pub on Saturday 4/17
I never understood if this pub that we love so much is in Oconomowoc, or, like, the village of Stone Bank, or what... but gosh darn it, it's fun! Kim and I will be at the Stonebank Pub this Saturday. (If you look at their website, they still like to call us "Diamonds & a Diva", but what the heck...)
If you haven't seen us in ahile, I urge you to stop out (this means YOU, North Lake ladies)! Kim and I have both added tunes to our sets, and I'm sure there will be plenty of yummy beer flowin' and some dance n' disco songs in effect. Showtime is 8:30pm.
Menomonee Falls -- "The King & Diamonds" at North Hills Country Club... with Special Guest KimE!
A very special event is happening this Sunday at North Hills Country Club in Menomonee Falls, sponsored by Alta Mira Senior Apartments and Horizon Management's Jo-Ann Wendt. Although admission is free, there are certain instructions that have to be followed -- for more info, please see the "alta mira North Hill event.pdf" attachment below. (You will need Adobe Reader to open this attachment... although I'm sure most of you have it, if not you can download and install the free program here.)
In addition to the Neil Diamond Tribute, Lake Country's own answer to Elvis Presley Alan Graveen will be in tow as well as the beautiful and talented KimE! If you have additional questions about this show, please just email me and let me know!
Spannin' the globe this week in search of good food and drink, folks...
ReplyDeleteTuesday Happy Hour at Las Palmas
Thanks to Barb C. from Rexnord Industries, we once again have another "Private-Happy-Hour-Party-That's-Open-to-the-Public" to tell you about! Starting at 4:30pm tomorrow (Tuesday, or Martes for you Spanish-speaking folk), Las Palmas will be hosting their first Happy Hour party. Although there will be many people from Rexnord there, this event IS open to YOU, the public. Enjoy two-for-one margaritas, great Mexican food, and... me! I will be singing the usual Neil Diamond tunes (with a couple of surprises from the 70s, 80s and 90s thrown in for good measure) until approximately 7:30pm. Come on down after work!
Friday Night at Kochanski's Concertina Beer Hall
We had so much fun "dukin' it out" with the Jimmy Monsen Band the last time we were at Kochanski's, I decided to do it again! This Friday April 23rd, join me at Kochanski's Concertina Beer Hall (1920 S 37th St, Milwaukee) as I once again participate in the "Battle of the Bands" against Jimmy Monsen, who brings a variety of music to his performances (polkas, swing, country, and rock and roll). I will not only be doing the usual Neil Diamond stuff, but will be throwing in a John Mellencamp and a 1970s set for good measure. Even though there's really no "battle" but is instead just a fun way to keep four hours of continuous music going, if you've never been to Kochanski's it's something you don't want to miss... especially if you are a connoisseur of fine Polish and German beers! Showtime is 9pm, and there is a $6 cover charge.
Saturday at DJ's Pub & Grill in Muskego
Diamonds & Dreams returns to DJ's! Need I say more? Join KimE and I at S76W18040 Janesville Road for great company, fun music and the best burgers in town. Will the "Forever in Bleu Cheeseburger" be on the menu that evening, hmmmm Cindy? ;)
See the attached flyers if you feel like printin' stuff' out and hangin' `em on your fridge, or settin' new wallpaper on your computer, or even wallpapering your kids' rooms! Hope to see you this weekend.
Our Shows page has finally been updated to include our schedule thru July. The newest "printable monthly schedule" has also been updated and attached to this email for your convenience. Check it out at www.ericdiamondproductions.com. Thanks to everyone who has been reminding me that the site was woefully out of date... sometimes I need a little kick in the backside. :)
ReplyDeleteThis Thursday, Jim and I are back at Las Palmas on the corner of 60th & Burnham in West Allis. Never mind the construction -- we're talking great music and two-for-one margaritas here! Showtime is 7pm. (www.laspalmasmilwaukee.com)
For you Lake Country folk, Diamonds & Martinis is at The Golden Mast on Okauchee Lake on Friday, May 28th. Showtime there is also 7pm. (http://www.weissgerbers.com/goldenmast/index.html)
We have private parties the rest of the weekend, so if you can't make it out this time, hopefully we'll see you at either 88 Keys or DJ's next weekend. Have a safe and relaxing Memorial Day, everyone.
Eric
Hello all! In case anyone is interested in a little evening music (free) and socializing during the summer. The August date just might have "Rumor" playing (for those that don't know, that is the band I am in.)
ReplyDeleteHope to see you!
Please share with family, friends and co-workers.
Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets, food and beverage!
June 16th 6:30 - 8:30 - King Comets (swing era, early rhythm and blues and rock 'n roll)
July 21st 6:30 - 8:30 - South End Blues Band (electric blues, present day blues, R&B and original blues-rock)
See attached flyers - we are still developing plans for a 3rd concert - August 17/18.
SPRING CREEK GOLF CENTER IN WHITEWATER TONIGHT is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!!!! W4787 Yandry Rd, Whitewater. Diamonds & Martinis laying from 6pm - 9pm.
ReplyDeleteOf course, we're performing outside in the Pavilion and they're supposed to get hit with a ton of rain tonight... but who cares? Come on out... let's party!!!
This Saturday
ReplyDeleteBaDD HabiT
at
ST.JOHN'S THE EVANGELIST PICNIC
88th and Coldspring Rd.
4-7PM
NO COVER
for more information on the band and directions to the show:
This Sat., Oct 2, Tony and I will be @ Fox & Hounds, 1298 Freiss Rd., Hubertus, Wis. 7-11:00 HOPE to see ya!
ReplyDeleteSteve Grimm
You haven't had the BEST BURGER in Ozaukee County until you've tried a Skippy Burger! And while you're at it, take in some LIVE MUSIC!
ReplyDeleteSATURDAY NOVEMBER 13th
SKIPPY'S SPORTS PUB - THIENSVILLE
113 GREEN BAY ROAD
9PM
www.southendbluesband.com
November
ReplyDeleteSun 21st CROATIAN CULTURAL CLUB, 1503 Clement Ave, Joliet, IL 6:00pm
Wed 24th PULASKI INN, 3900 E Pulaski Ave, Cudahy, WI 1:00pm
December
Fri 3rd (POLKA FEST POSTPONED TILL 2011 BY THE OLYMPIA RESORT. CONTACT Michael R. Barton General Manager/Vice President 262-369-4961)
Sun 5th HIAWATHA BAR, Hwy. 11, Sturtevant, WI 2:00pm (Traditional celebration of Verne Meisner’s Birthday and his music)
Fri 10th Essen Haus, 514 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 8:30pm
Sat 11th Essen Haus, 514 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 8:30pm
Sun 12th CROATIAN CULTURAL CLUB, 1503 Clement Ave, Joliet, IL 6:00pm
Fri 17th NORTH SHORE INN CHRISTMAS PARTY, North Shore Rd, Fort Atkinson, WI 7:30pm
Sat 18th MICHAEL FELDMAN’S “WHAT’D YA KNOW” LIVE CHRISTMAS RADIO SHOW, Madison WI 10:00am
Sat 18th 68 STREET PUB, 6800 W Layton Ave, Milw., WI 9:00pm
Sun 19th TOMMY’S BAR AT PORT VISTA, 1280 E Hiawatha, Wisconsin Dells, WI 2:30pm
Wed 29th PULASKI INN, 3900 E Pulaski Ave, Cudahy, WI 1:00pm
Happy Thanksgiving!
Steve Meisner
Steve Meisner
ReplyDeleteJANUARY 2011
Sat 8th New Glarus Hotel, New Glarus, WI 7:30pm
Sun 16th HIAWATHA BAR, Hwy. 11, Sturtevant, WI 2:00pm
Sat 22nd New Glarus Hotel, New Glarus, WI 7:30pm
Sun 23rd TURNER HALL, 1217 17th Ave, Monroe, WI 2:00pm
Fri 28th Essen Haus, 514 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 8:30pm
Sat 29th Essen Haus, 514 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 8:30pm
Sun 30th CROATIAN CULTURAL CLUB, 1503 Clement Ave, Joliet, IL 6:00pm
Hope to see you soon,
Steve Meisner
N7547 W Lakeshore Dr
Whitewater, WI 53190-4385
262-473-7184 office
262-949-1420 cell
www.stevemeisner.com
The Library of Congress and the Kennedy Center in cooperation with the Wisconsin Arts Board recorded Steve Meisner performances August 25th, 2010 in Washington D.C. Visit www.kennedy-center.org/programs/millennium to view one of these performances or www.stevemeisner.com for more information.
Nominated for “Polka Artist of the Year” and “People’s Choice” for the 2010 WAMI (Wisconsin Area Music Industry) awards. Received Polka Artist of the Year. www.wamimusic.com
Nominated for 2010 PACE (Polka America Corporation Excellence) award. www.polkaamericacorporation.org
New 2009 CD receiving rave reviews - "WANTED, Verne Meisner's Lost Gold". A collection of 29 un-released Verne Meisner recordings from various 1960's recording sessions.
2008 double DVD combo release! Verne Meisner’s 50th Birthday; Music Anthology Vol. 1 & 2.
2008 DVD/CD combo released "Verne & Steve Meisner, Summer Music Fest"! CD Verne & Steve Meisner “LIVE!” The Way It Was Meant To Be, voted "Best of 2005". The long awaited Steve Meisner release of “Forever Christmas” voted "Top 2005 Pick" at www.christmasreviews.com including the original composition “Tundra Serenade” from the motion picture release of Chump Change.
An update on the multi award winning motion picture “Chump Change” featuring Steve Meisner and his music made it’s way to international distribution. Miramax announced the high profile DVD release in 2004.
Steve’s original composition “Meisner Magic” totals nearly 80,000 audio pressing’s, featured in the motion picture “Red Betsy” and on TNN’s Crook & Chase show.
This week THURS., Jan20, I start @ ALOFT HOTEL, 1230 N. Old World, Downtown Milw. HAPPY Hour 6-9. Sat., Char and I are @ the Cozy, Callanan's, 11505 W. National, W. Allis. 9-12:30. GO PACKERS!!!!
ReplyDeleteJoin Steve Meisner this weekend with special musical guest performances by Jay Brodersen banjo and guitar extraordinaire from Escanaba MI, Don Hunjadi owner of the one & only HG Studio on sax & flute, Rick Hartmann from the Meisner/Hartmann Dynasty fame, and Dave Krueger former drummer with Verne Meisner and featured on his recording Verne, Verne, Verne, Verne, Verne! Enjoy a weekend of music, fun & frolic certain to warm your hearts on a chilly weekend.
ReplyDeleteSat 22nd New Glarus Hotel & Restaurant, 100 6th Ave, New Glarus WI 8:00pm
Sun 23rd Turner Hall, 1217 17th Ave, Monroe WI 2:00pm
Steve Meisner
ReplyDeleteFebruary
Fri 11th New Glarus Hotel, New Glarus, WI 7:30pm
Sat 12th New Glarus Hotel, New Glarus, WI 7:30pm
Sun 20th HIAWATHA BAR, Hwy. 11, Sturtevant, WI 2:00pm
Sun 27th TURNER HALL, 1217 17th Ave, Monroe, WI 2:00pm
March
Sat 5th POTAWATOMI CASINO MARDI GRAS (STROLLING), 1721 West Canal St, Milwaukee, WI 4:00pm
Sun 6th POTAWATOMI CASINO MARDI GRAS (STROLLING), 1721 West Canal St, Milwaukee, WI 8:15pm
Mon 7th POTAWATOMI CASINO MARDI GRAS (STROLLING), 1721 West Canal St, Milwaukee, WI 8:15pm
Tue 8th POTAWATOMI CASINO MARDI GRAS (STROLLING), 1721 West Canal St, Milwaukee, WI 8:15pm
Sun 20th CROATIAN CULTURAL CLUB, 1503 Clement Ave, Joliet, IL 6:00pm
Wed 30th PULASKI INN, 3900 E Pulaski Ave, Cudahy, WI 1:00pm
April
Fri 1st Essen Haus, 514 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 8:30pm
Sat 2nd Essen Haus, 514 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 8:30pm
Sun 3rd HIAWATHA BAR, Hwy. 11, Sturtevant, WI 2:00pm
Sat 16th WHITEWATER FIRMAN’S DANCE, American Legion, 292 S Wisconsin St, Whitewater, WI 7:00pm
Sun 17th PRAIRIE LANES, Hwy. 44, Markesan, WI 2:00pm
Sun 24th TURNER HALL, 1217 17th Ave, Monroe, WI 2:00pm
The Britins
ReplyDeleteThe Greenfield Performing Arts Center is opening its 2011 season with the Beatles tribute band, The Britins.
Saturday, February 19, 2011 at 7:30 PM
Greenfield Performing Arts Center
4800 S. 60th St.
Greenfield, WI 53220
For the first time in 30 years, the Original Bad Boy is gathering for a one time only performance at the fitting, legendary, Shank Hall on March 26th. The founding members, Joe Lucchesi, Steve Grimm and Lars Hanson are together again on stage, performing their 2 UNITED ARTIST LPS, for the first time since 1981. They will be accompanied by Bassist Craig Evans and a few surprise Bad Boy guests.
ReplyDeleteThe UnXpected is back.
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M&I Classic Rock Stage 4:30
Check out the UnXpected live at Summerfest 2011
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You may recall the accident on the Hoan Bridge last month.The man killed was local drummer and all-around good guy Bobby Jiles, Jr. A trust fund has been set up for his six children now left fatherless. Our show this Saturday night is dedicated to raising money for the children and celebrating the memory of Bobby, Jr. Please join us for this special night!
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LIQUID JOHNNY'S
540 S. 76th Street
Music starts at 9:30PM SHARP!
Upcoming Shows
Friday November 25th - Bosco's Social Club Main Street in Waukesha
Friday December 9th - The Klavier in Germantown - Say "Farewell" to Chrissy and the staff as The Klavier is closing at the end of the year.
2012 - The calendar is filling fast with shows at The Bridge Inn, House of Hamburg, Bosco's, Bobbleheads and the Nashotah Clubhouse, just to name a few!
We had to do it again...
ReplyDeleteSteve Grimm, Joey Lucchesi and Lars Hanson - the Original Bad Boy perform at Shank Hall on Saturday November 19th.
Playing tunes from their classic LP's "The Band that Milwaukee Made Famous" and "Back to Back".
SRO crowd last year. It's sure to bring back your memories of the glory days!! 8 pm opening by Mambo Surfers. $10
The Eric Diamond Tribute Show at Pillars Pub
ReplyDelete(225 S. 5th Ave, West Bend) on Friday, November 18th from 9pm - midnight. Great room, great stage, great bartendresses... and, it's a bar that used to be a church!
SAT. DEC 17 the GRIMM BROS are @ Roccos on Kinnickinic in Milw. 9-1:00. THEN, MONDAY DEC 19TH, THE SLEIGHRIDERS RETURN!!!!
ReplyDeleteTonight (Thursday, Dec 15th) is The Cellar of Oak Creek's Annual Christmas Party! Enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres, drink specials and the Eric Diamond Tribute Show! Party starts at 6pm. Come party with us at what used to be the historic Oakwood Hall!
ReplyDeleteDiamonds & Martinis returns to the Golden Mast on Okauchee Lake again this Friday Dec 16th at 7pm. PLUS, don't forget that we will ALSO be there on New Years' Eve... start making your NYE plans now! Details to follow soon...
ReplyDeleteOn Saturday, Dec 17th Diamonds & Martinis will be ripping it up in Muskego one more time before the New Year. Join us at DJ's Pub & Grill for a special holiday show. Showtime is 8pm!
HOPE you can ROCK in the NEW YEAR, DEC 31st with the GRIMM BROS. @ QUAKER STEAK AND LUBE, 4900 S Moorland Rd. New Berlin. 10-2:00.
ReplyDeleteGREAT FOOD AND DRINK SPECIALS!!!!!
Hi there and Happy New Year!!
ReplyDeleteThis week finds me with a couple solo dates - namely Callanan's in New Berlin on Friday and Splash Martini Bar in Oconomowoc on Saturday Hope to see you at one or both of these fine establishments!
Then next week, the Acoustic Open Mic at Spitfire in Okauchee continues. We had a great turnout last week, just keeps gettin better!
On Friday January 20, be sure to come down to Kim's Lakeside in Pewaukee for the debut performance of American Highway! This is the new project for my pal Joe and me - it's gonna be a blast!!
Tonight & Tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteGerman food & Meisner music together again this Friday & Saturday, January 13th & 14th at the Essen Haus in Madison, WI. Music starts at 8:30pm
Richfield Chalet - This Sunday!
Steve will be providing the entertainment at 1:00 pm this Sunday, January 15th at the Richfield Chalet in Hubertus, WI.
Free Show in Milwaukee!
The Potawatomi Bingo Casino has been featuring Steve and the Band on one Thursday a month since last May with terrific success. You’re all invited to enjoy the posh and festive surroundings again this month on Thursday the 19th. Your enthusiastic support will prompt Potawatomi to continue this FREE event in 2012. So, tell your friends & neighbors to “come on down” and meet other lucky Meisner Fans. www.paysbig.com
Chump Change on Netflix
If you are a Netflix subscriber, the movie Chump Change is now available for streaming. Steve's music is featured in the film.
Steve Meisner
zboxman@jefnet.com
www.stevemeisner.com
“Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and everything.” - Plato
THIS week we are back in action as a duo; Sat., Jan. 14, Craig and I are @ Nice Ash, 327 Main St., Waukesha, Wed., the 18th, we are at Paulie's on Greenfield, W. Allis. ROCK ON!!!
ReplyDeleteGuess we had the snow coming. Join Craig Evans and Steve @ PAULIE'S on Greenfield, Wed., night from 6-10:00. THEN FRI., JAN 20, I will be w/ RED LINE @
ReplyDeleteSMOKIN' JOE'S, 6130 W BELOIT RD. 9:30-1:30. KEEP ROCKIN'.........
Hi, folks! -
ReplyDeleteWell, the season and schedule seem to have caught up with me, and today finds me with NO VOICE!! Temporary set-back, to be sure, but a set-back none the less.
So, the Friday night performance at Callanan's in New Berlin is not to be - my sincerest apologies to those of you who were planning to attend. My good friends Randy Strumberger and Jude Kinnear are kindly covering for me as ZigZag, so I would encourage you to venture out anyway! These folks always bring it!
Saturday @ Splash is still on, and don't forget the debut performance of the brand new American Highway next Friday at Kim's Lakeside in Pewaukee.
As always, I appreciate all your support and remember................
Live Music is Best!
Sincerely,
JC
The band is lovin' us a return trip to one of our favorite clubs! Come out! Bring a few friends! You'll love this place!
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Bosco's Social Club
260 W. Main Street - Downtown Waukesha
9PM
Upcoming Shows
February 11 - Curly's Waterfront Pub on Pewaukee Lake
February 17 - Magellans - Waukesha
February 25 - The Bridge Inn - Grafton
March 3 - Nauts Landing - Menasha
March 10 - The Centennial in Mequon - THE DUO!
March 17 - Rock - N - Blues Haus - Manitowoc
March 24 - The Nashotah Clubhouse
www.southendbluesband.com
The Return... of Diamonds & Martinis to the Packing House!
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Yes folks, I indeed arrived safely back home from our week-long cruise on Carnival Cruise lines. The trip was incredible, the shows were incredible and I met soooo many wonderful and interesting people from all over the U.S. (and even the U.K. and Austrailia). A MILLION thanks to Michelle and Warren from Surf n' Shore Travel for having me and providing me with an AMAZING opportunity, as well to Brian, Winnie, Greg, Heather, Pat, Megan, Kent, Kari, Suzie and Sue for coming along for the ride! It was also great to meet Mark from Bravo in Brookfield and Jeff from the Trocadero Gastrobar in downtown Milwaukee. I hope to see you guys soon!
If you are not a Facebook'er and have not yet seen the pictures, there are a ton of them from the trip to check out. Simply click here and you'll be able to view them, even if you don't have a Facebook account.
The Packing House This Friday, January 27th
Diamonds and Martinis returns after several months to The Packing House by the airport in Milwaukee! Come for a darn good fish fry and stay for music in the lounge! Showtime is an early one, folks -- we start at 6:30 and play until 10:30pm. Plenty of time to get home and get yourselves a good nights' sleep!
Hope to see you at the Packing House! Until next week... as the Jamaicans say: "Irie, mon... no problem". Adios!
Diamonds & Martinis at Playoffs Pub on 02/04/12
ReplyDeleteIt's been a couple of months, but Jim and I return to the old Fatboy Roadhouse, which is now of course the sports bar known as Playoffs Pub! The last couple of times we were there the crowd was a little... sparse, due to a couple of different factors. We would love you all to stop in and see what this cool little place has to offer. Located slightly off the beaten path but basically considered to be on 82nd & Forest Home (right before Layton Ave) in Greenfield, the staff and owners are great and quick to refill your drink. Plus there's a decent size dance floor for all our Solid Gold Dancers! Show starts at 9pm... stop somewhere on 76th street for a late dinner and then come on in!
Click here for more info on Playoffs Pub, or click here for their Facebook page.
DJ's Pub & Grill's Wednesday Night Music Series
Many of you know DJ's Pub in Muskego, and many of you have seen us there on a Saturday night. But did you know they also have music on Wednesday evenings? Well, next Wednesday, February 8th, I will be there once again doing my Eric Diamond Variety Show. Not only will it feature the best Neil songs, but also your favorite songs from David Bowie, Gin Blossoms, Hootie and the Blowfish, John Mellencamp and too many 70s and 80s one-hit wonders to name! It's an early one guys... show runs from 7pm to 10pm.
Also check out the attached updated schedule to see details about the Diamonds & Martinis show scheduled there on Wednesday, February 22nd!
Sat. Feb. 11
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Sat. Night Feb.11
Key Westconsin 6:30pm No Tan Lines Band
331 Riverfront Plaza, Waukesha, WI 53186 262-446-2346
DrakeMusic.com
414.769.2001
Thanks,
Michael Drake
The King & Diamonds in Delafield Friday!
ReplyDeleteFor those of you who have been waiting for another Neil & Elvis one-two punch, your wait is over! This Friday 2/10, Mr. "Alvis" Graveen and I will be at the Delafield Legion Post 196 (333 N Lapham Peak Rd) from 7pm until 10pm, bringing you all your favorites from Elvis Presley and, as Neil Diamond was once described, the "Jewish Elvis". It's always a fun-filled, energetic, interactive time when I'm with Alan... we hope to see you at this one!
Diamonds & Martinis at Bunker's on Saturday
Once again, Jim and I return to classic Bunker's Lounge on Greenfield Avenue in West Allis. Yes, Bunker's is small, but yet you still love it. Come on, admit it... you know you do. With some of the best gourmet "bar food" on the planet and an atmosphere that can't be beat, Bunker's shows are usually among our favorites. Showtime is 9pm until 12:30am.
Sunday Ultimate Legends Special Valentine's Show!
It's been awhile since I've played a "local" show with the Comeback Special Band, so I'm very excited about this one! Buddy Holly, The Blues Brothers, Neil Diamond and Elvis will be performing for you this Sunday from 1pm until 5pm at The Chandelier Ballroom (formerly Marty Zifco's... anyone remember THAT place?) in Hartford. For more details on ticket prices etc., simply check out the attached flyer. We really hope to see you there... if you've never seen an Ultimate Legends show, this is your PERFECT opportunity. Football season is over, it's an early show and Valentine's Day is only two days away... what excuse could you possibly have to NOT come out?
Next Tuesday... Valentine's Day at The Golden Mast!
For the fourth year in a row, Diamonds and Martinis will be performing for a very special Valentine's Day Wine Dinner at The Golden Mast. For full details see the attached flyer. Make your reservations today... it's not too late!!!!!!
Hi, Friends -
ReplyDeleteFor some odd reason, the address for the Cruise was incorrectly listed on ReverbNation as being on Lake Drive in Milwaukee. This is incorrect.
The correct address is:
28747 North Lake Drive, Waterford, WI 53185
thecruise.tichigan@gmail.com
Telephone: 262.895.3500
We'll start up at 8 o-clock tonight! Thanks!
JC
UPCOMING SHOWS
The Cruise (Waterford) Milwaukee, WI Fri Feb 10 12 08:00 PM
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Feb 16 12 08:00 PM
Hotel Mead WisconSin Rapids, WI Fri Feb 17 12 07:00 PM
Join us at Pewaukee Lake's top spot for night life!
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SATURDAY FEBRUARY 11th
Curly's Waterfront Pub on Pewaukee Lake
W272 N2697 Lakeview Boulevard
9PM
Upcoming Shows
February 17 - Magellans - Main Street in Waukesha
February 25 - The Bridge Inn - Grafton
March 3 - Nauts Landing - Menasha
March 10 - The Centennial - Mequon DUO ONLY
March 17 - Rock - N - Blues Haus - Manitowoc
March 24 - Nashotah Clubhouse - Nashotah
www.southendbluesband.com
March 3rd, 7th Annual Jazz Festival!
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I'll be doing clinics for the bands,
performing 15 minute mini concerts throughout the day,
and then:
"Jammin' with Drake"
4-5pm
This weekend I'll be at:
Hartland Music and Key Westconsin!
Michael Drake
www.DrakeMusic.com
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Friday February 17th
ReplyDeleteMagellan's on Main in Downtown Waukesha
370 W. Main Street
8PM
Upcoming Shows
* February 25 - The Bridge Inn - Grafton
* March 3 - Nauts Landing - Menasha
* March 10 - The Centennial - Mequon (Duo Only)
* March 17 - Rock - N - Blues Haus - Manitowoc
* March 24 - Nashotah Clubhouse
www.southendbluesband.com
Hello, hello!
ReplyDeleteThis week JC will be performing solo at the Nice Ash Cigar Bar in downtown Waukesha on Thursday February 23 from 8 -11 p.m. Great little joint for smokes and tunes!
Friday the 24th, American Highway will be at Mi.Key's in downtown Milwaukee from 10pm - 1am. It's country night at Mi.Key's and it's always a great time!
Saturday the 25th American Highway shows up at Splash! Martini Bar in Oconomowoc - We always have a good time at Splash, so come on down and have a bunch with us!!
Stay tuned for more info, and thanks for supporting live music!
JC
DJ's, The Packing House, and The Press Box in Fond du Lac This Week!
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A Wisconsin Tradition
Everybody loves fish frys... right? Do you have a favorite place to go? Email me and tell me about them! I'll even tally the votes and send the results in a future email. For the record, mine is Clifford's... ready? Go!
DJ's Pub & Grill in Muskego Tonight!
Diamonds and Martinis will be appearing at DJ's on Janesville Rd tonight as part of their Wednesday Night music Series. Showtime is 8pm, and not 7pm as the schedule originally stated. Come down for one of their awesome fish frys and stay for the music!!! Oh, and it just happens to be somebody's birthday...
The Packing House on Friday Night
Diamonds and Martinis will once again be at The Packing House on Layton Ave by the airport on Friday at 6:30pm. Come on out for another great time! (Thier fish frys are REALLY good too...)
The Press Box in Fond du Lac on Saturday
I will be making my sophomore appearance at The Press Box (251 Forest Ave) on Saturday night starting at 7pm. If you're in the area, come on out to hear your favorite Neil Diamond songs and so much more!!! Looking especially for Dr. Mauthe and Marie L. to stop in and join the fun!!!
We would like to thank The Love Monkeys for their lively performance they provided for our guest families and volunteers at the Ronald McDonald House! Everyone had a great time!
ReplyDeleteWe are happy to announce new additions to our upcoming schedule and are looking forward to the rest of the year:
Friday, February 24, Erica Hoyt, 5-6 pm
Erica is modern country singer/songwriter who will be in town from Nashville and is excited to play with her guitarist for Ronald McDonald House families. She will be bringing her talents to the Great Room on the first floor.
Wednesday, March 28, Jayme Dawicki, 7-8 pm
Jayme will share her clean, bright and strong voice with catchy lyrics and pop-infused melodies especially for you! Herperformance will take place in the Secret Garden (weather permitting).
Thursday, April 5, Miranda Fisher, 7-8pm
Miranda is a singer-songwriter playing both originals and covers. Each song consists of her organic vocals along with piano, guitar or ukulele.Her performance will take place in the Secret Garden (weather permitting).
Monday, May 21, MSO Violin Duo - Ilana Setapen and Margot Schwartz, 7-8pm
Join Ilana Setapen and Margot Schwartz, violinists from Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra in a unique duo performance of pop and classical songs.Their performance will take place in the Secret Garden (weather permitting).
Thursday, June 14, Ben Merens, 7-8pm
Ben is an improvisational folk musician who makes up songs "while you wait". You'll also enjoy some covers and a few originals. He says his music comes from what he sees in front of him. Ben's performance will take place in theSecret Garden (weather permitting).
If you or someone you know is interested in performing for our wonderful families and volunteers, please forward this invitation or contact Jacquelyn Wahlberg at:
jwahlberg@rmhcmilwaukee.org
414-475-6462
Quick Links
Like us on Facebook
Check out the Rock the House page on our website
View our House video:
Ronald McDonald House of Eastern Wisconsin, Inc.
Hey, folks! -
ReplyDeleteThis week I will be hosting the Acoustic Open Mic at Spitfire in Okauchee on Thursday March 01 from 8 - 11.
Saturday nite I will be performing solo at the Fox and Hounds in Hubertus, 7:30 - 11:00.
Next week Thursday March 08 I will be solo at the Stone Bank Pub and Eatery in Stone Bank from 8 - 11
Friday I will be solo at the fabulous Classic Bunker's in West Allis! Thanks, Scott, for havin me! At the tail end of themonth, BUNKER's will be hosting AMERICAN HIGHWAY also!! Can't wait!.....
and then Saturday the 10th we will be up at the Stone Harbor Resort in Sturgeon Bay as AMERICAN HIGHWAY......
That's about it for now, gigs have been coming in fast and furious, so watch for updates, and Thanks for supporting Live Music!!
JC and American Highway
UPCOMING SHOWS
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Mar 01 12 08:00 PM
Fox & Hounds Restaurant Hubertus, WI Sat Mar 03 12 07:30 PM
Stone Bank Pub & Eatery Oconomowoc, WI Thu Mar 08 12 08:00 PM
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Steve Meisner
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Buzz Bar
Watertown, WI
March 11
Turner Hall
Monroe, WI
March 15
Potawatomi Bingo Casino
Milwaukee, WI
March 18
Croatian Cultural Club
Joliet, IL
March 23
Waukesha Elks
Waukesha, WI
March 24
New Glarus Hotel
New Glarus, WI
April 1
Hiawatha Bar
Sturtevant, WI
April 6
Janesville Moose Lodge
Janesville, WI
April 15
Croatian Cultural Club
Joliet, IL
April 19
Potawatomi Bingo Casino
Milwaukee, WI
More Dates & Information
Back in action this week, THURS.,MAR. 8, Craig Evans and Char will join me @ ARRIBA's, 4753 N 124th, Butler. 7-11:00. SAT. Mar. 10th, I will be w/ RED LINE @ Double D's, in Mukwanago. 9-1:00. HURRY UP SUMMER!
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stevegrimm4@gmail.com
Looking forward to a great week of both solo and band gigs!
ReplyDeleteThursday March 8, I will be solo at the Stone Bank Pub and Eatery in Stone Bank! Nice to be returning to the Pub! 8 -11 p.m., stop in and have one with us!
Friday March 09 I will be solo at Classic Bunker's in West Allis... nice to be at Scott's landmark Greenfield Avenue establishment. Stop in for a great dinner before the show! I'll get underway about 9:30.
Saturday has American Highway in Sturgeon Bay for the first of 2012's performances at the awesome Stone Harbor Resort! This has always been a great place to play, the facility is cool, the people are great - maybe it's time for a road trip?
Anyway, We certainly hope to see you at any or all of the shows! Stay tuned for more updates, if you know anyone who would like to be included in the mailings, please have 'em sign up at:
www.reverbnation.com/jcacoustic
THANKS!
UPCOMING SHOWS
Stone Bank Pub & Eatery Oconomowoc, WI Thu Mar 08 12 08:00 PM
Bunkers West Allis, WI Fri Mar 09 12 09:30 PM
Stone Harbor Pub Sturgeon Bay, WI Sat Mar 10 12 08:30 PM
Hey folks!
ReplyDeleteAs it warms up here in Wisconsin, we wanted to send a message out that we hope will WARM your HEARTS. Something To Do is gearing up to record a brand new album and for what we believe may be the first time ever, we're thinking about not recording it all on our own; game plan is to bring in an expert and help us get a beefier/meatier/biggerer/bouncier sound that will hopefully delight ears far and wide. That being said, it's going to take some cash/money in order to do this hopefully awesome thing. Therefore, we've set up a KickStarter page where we're essentially pre-selling this new album and looking for donations that will help make this thing happen for realsies!
The Kickstarter Page is right here - http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/somethingtodo/something-to-dos-new-album - go there to check out a video that talks more about the new album and gives the complete n' nasty lowdown. Anything you can kick in for this hopefully rad thing will yield assuredly excellent results!
Also - this wouldn't be an e-mail from Something To Do without mention of some shows; we got 'em!
* TONIGHT - Thursday, March 15 - Madison, WI @ The Frequency - we're playing with MUSTARD PLUG, DEAL'S GONE BAD and Madison-Favorites 4AM ASPIRIN MORNING. This one is 18+ and is going to be a room filler, so if you like to get real close and personal with your fellow crowd-mates, come on out! Doors at 8 PM, S2D opens up promptly at 8:30 PM.
* TOMORROW - Friday, March 16 - Milwaukee, WI @ The Horny Goat Brewery - we'll be playing with excellent Madison band EL VALIENTE - you seriously need to check these guys out! They'll start at 9 PM on the nose, with us going on a little after 10 PM. Show is 21+ and drinks will be a poppin'.
* Friday, April 13 - Green Bay, WI @ The Crunchy Frog - gonna be a real ska showcase! Headliners DEALS GONE BAD are of course great. Also playing - 4 AM ASPIRIN MORNING and 40 OZ. FACE PLANT. Show starts at 9 PM and it'll be a CORKER.
* Friday, April 28 - Milwaukee, WI - SKAPPLETON - that's right, Skappleton migrates to Milwaukee for a big ol' party. More details soon!
* Friday, May 5 - Milwaukee, WI - Bayview Brew Haus - we'll be opening for our favorite French awesome band, Inspector Cluzo! Show starts at 10 PM, 21+.
Look for a lot more news from us soon!
- Nate & Something To Do -
Steve Meisner has been nominated for a WAMI (Wisconsin Area Music Industry) award in the category "Polka Artist of the Year" for 2012. The winner will be announced at the WAMI Awards Show on Sunday, April 15, at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center in Appleton.
ReplyDeleteWatch Steve Meisner's Recent Performance at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC
http://www.kennedy-center.org/explorer/videos/?id=M4367
The Wisconsin Arts Board is proud to announce that polka musician Steve Meisner of Whitewater, Wisconsin has been selected to represent the State of Wisconsin in the Library of Congress’ Homegrown Concert Series.
Since 2002, the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress has hosted a regular series of concerts that run each year from April through November. "The Homegrown concerts began with the idea of documenting the very best of traditional music and dance from a variety of folk cultures thriving in the United States," explained Peggy Bulger, the AFC's director. "In order to do that effectively, we collaborate with state folklorists in each state, and take their recommendations on the best folk performers to represent the cultural heritage of that state. We make sure to document each concert thoroughly, so that it can be added to the permanent collections of the American Folklife Center. We are well on our way to having all 50 states represented in this multicultural musical collection. This collection will live on as a snapshot of the diversity of American folk music thriving at the turn of the twenty-first century."
Meisner was selected from a roster of nominees supplied to the AFC by the state folklorist on staff at the Wisconsin Arts Board, Anne Pryor. “We nominated Steve for several reasons: his outstanding musical skills on the accordion, creativity with the Slovenian style of polka, engaging showmanship, and also, for him, polka is not only a regional and ethnic tradition. It’s also a family tradition.”
Steve’s father, Verne Meisner (1938-2005) of Waukesha, Wisconsin, was a lifelong polka musician who gained international fame. Among other accomplishments, Verne was honored in 1989 with induction into the International Polka Hall of Fame. Both father and son represented Wisconsin in 1998 in Washington D.C. As a major event in the celebration of Wisconsin’s Sesquicentennial, the Wisconsin Arts Board partnered with the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage to bring 120 traditional artists to the Smithsonian Folklife Festival. Steve and Verne played for two weeks on the National Mall in a grand celebration of Wisconsin’s 150th birthday.
“My Dad’s melding of the Yankovic Slovenian style, Cleveland Slovenian styles, Louis Bashell’s Milwaukee Slovenian style along with local bands from his childhood and other regional groups solidified his style within a style,” Steve reflected. “I, however, was literally only exposed to Verne Meisner (who was always my mentor) as a child and it wasn’t until my early adolescence and my teenage years that I expanded my own influences to include bands from the Cleveland and Milwaukee Slovenian styles along with other polka, pop, country and rock genre influences. The intricacy of what has brought me into my own style within a style is pretty deep.”
Hope you had a great St Pay's Day. We did @ Fox and Hounds w/ great weather. This SAT., MAR 24TH, BAD BOY is featured on the Radio Station, WLKG FM, LAKE 961(LAKE GENEVA). 10AM TO 2:00PM. I am honored to be interviewed as to our history, songwriting, etc. Give a listen. Sat. night I will be performing w/ RED LINE at KICKERS, 1726 W AVE, Waukesha. 9:30-1:30. Bring on the Brewers!!
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Hey, everyone -
ReplyDeleteThere has been a slight change to American Highway's schedule this weekend - our Friday show at Mi.key's downtown has been postponed, but we are pleased to announce a last-minute addition to our weekend: American Highway will be appearing at Nuovo Centanni in downtown Milwaukee at 218 North Water Street this Saturday evening instead! Show starts at 9:30, we sure hope you can make it!
Then next week, JC will be solo at the Golden Mast in Okauchee on Friday, and American Highway is pleased to be at Bunker's Main Street in West Allis on Saturday!
It'll be great to see you there, and thanks for supporting live music!!
JC and Joe
UPCOMING SHOWS
Centanni Milwaukee, WI Sat Mar 24 12 09:30 PM
Golden Mast Inn Okauchee, WI Fri Mar 30 12 07:30 PM
Bunkers West Allis, WI Sat Mar 31 12 08:00 PM
This Thursday it's Spitfire Pub and Grill's Acoustic Open Mic Nite hosted by yours truly! We start up about 8:00.
ReplyDeleteThen on Saturday the 7th, American Highway will be at the new Fox and Hounds in Hubertus starting at 7:30! Always a blast at the F & H, so hop on in and have a couple with us!
See ya then!
JC
UPCOMING SHOWS
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Apr 05 12 08:00 PM
Fox & Hounds Restaurant Hubertus, WI Sat Apr 07 12 07:30 PM
Spitfire Pub and grill Okauchee, WI Fri Apr 13 12 09:00 PM
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FRIDAY APRIL 6th
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3245 N. 124th STREET BROOKFIELD
7PM
SATURDAY APRIL 7th
THE ROX BAR
JUST SOUTH OF I - 94 on HWY. T - WAUKESHA
9PM
Upcoming Shows
April 21 - Liquid Johnny's - West Allis
May 4 - Quaker Steak and Lube - Adoption Resources Fundraiser
May 5 - Laura's DBC Cinco de Mayo in Mequon!
May 12 - Curly's Waterfront Pub - Pewaukee
May 26 - Tower Bar and Restaurant - Back to da Sout' Side, Baby!
www.southendbluesband.com
Watertown Idol Monday Night!
ReplyDeleteFor those of you who live in the area, you may know what a huge deal Watertown Idol is in Watertown. Well, next Monday is NEIL DIAMOND night for the six remaining contestants... and guess who's gonna not only be a guest performer, but also a GUEST JUDGE? That's right... lil' ol' me!
Come to The Buzz Bar (110 S. Third Street, Watertown, 920-262-9415) on April 9th at 7:30 to check it out!!!
Presenting... OUR SCHEDULE
So, my website should be updated in the next week or two... but until then I wanted to give you all a look at our schedule for the year as it stands at this very moment. Keep in mind, this includes my solo shows, Diamonds & Martinis performances and Ultimate Legends gigs as well as the occasional King & Diamonds and Diamonds & Gold shows. For full details, you'll obviously need to stay tuned to these emails.
So... without further ado:
APRIL
Wed 11 - DJ's
Fri 13 – The Press Box, Fond du Lac
Sat 14 – Playoffs Pub
FRI. 20 - GOLDEN MAST
Wed 25 – Monona Terrace, Madison
FRI. 27 - 88 KEYS
Sat 28 – Grand Theater, Wausau
MAY
Sat 5 – DJ’s
SAT. 12 - MOOSE LODGE #49
Thurs 17 – Stone Bank Pub
Sun 20 – Turtle Lake Casino
FRI. 25 - PACKING HOUSE
JUNE
Fri 1 – Braun’s Ranch, Elkhart Lake
Sun 3 – West Allis a la Carte
FRI. 22 - Lakeland Camp Ground, Fort Atkinson
Sat 23 – Watertown Street Dance
Sun 24 - Private Party
FRI. 29 - GOLDEN MAST
JULY
Sat 7 – Olympia Resort
Wed 11 – Music on the River, Tomahawk
Thurs 12 – The Bridge Supper Club & Hotel, Tomahawk
Sat 14 – Trail’s End, Nekoosa
Sun 15 – St John the Baptist, Fond du Lac
Thurs 19 – Chenequa Country Club
Fri 20 – Pillars Pub, West Bend (Leukemia benefit)
Wed 25 – Washington County Fair
Fri 27 – Packing House
Sat 28 – Private Party
AUGUST
STATE FAIR… 3,4,5,7, 8,10, 11,12
FRI. 24 - PACKING HOUSE
SEPTEMBER
Sat 1 – Calumet Co Fair
Sun 2 – Calumet Co Fair
Fri 7 - Fox Lake Concert in the Park
Sat 8 – Manitowoc Fair Grounds
Fri 14 – American Legion South Milwaukee
Sat 29 - Stonebank Pub
OCTOBER
Fri 26 – Packing House
NOVEMBER
Sat 17 – Stonebank Pub
DECEMBER
Sat 15 – Sargento Christmas Party, Plymouth
Fri 28 – Packing House
We hope to see you soon! Enjoy time with family this weekend.
Woodsongs Coffeehouse provides an artist friendly, safe, family environment in which to perform. If you are a musician or singer songwriter or have a band and are looking for a place to play, Woodsongs Coffeehouse is the place! All performances are scheduled and advertised through various media. This is not open mic as this is a family atmosphere so we do monitor content. We schedule only two performers per coffeehouse in order to maximize play time. You can submit a reponse to this post with a website address or a site we can hear a demo or you can submit a CD to Jim Braun, PO Box 18670, Milwaukee, WI. 53218. If neither are available, call Jim at 414-536-7778 to schedule an audition. The suggested donation at the door is $10 or $8 and a non-perishable food item. The performers will get 80% percent of the donations and the non-perishable food item goes to the church food pantry. If perfomers have CD's or promo items for sale, they will keep 100% of those sales. This is a non-profit event for the coffeehouse. It is all volunteer and no one recieves any monetary compensation. The goal here is to create a stage for local grassroots music in a fun, safe, entertaining, family atmosphere! We are looking to do at least one coffeehouse per month and hopefully, will have enough response form the local music community to have more than one per month! The venue is Northwest Baptist Church at 4373 N. 92nd St, Wauwatosa, WI. They have an excellent coffeehouse atmosphere with a stage, sound, and lighting. The church will sell refreshments and keep 100% of those sales. We are scheduling performances for May through December of 2012. Our third coffeehouse is Saturday, April 14th. Doors open at 5:30, coffeehouse starts at 6:30 and goes to 9:00 and we are proud to present Michael Johnathon, founder and host of the WOODSONGS OLD TIME RADIO HOUR from Lexinton, Kentucky and from Burlington Wisconsin, our own Macyn Taylor!!. Come and check it out!! This is one you don't want to miss!! Refreshments available all night! Seating is limited so call 414-536-7778 to reserve your seat now!
ReplyDeleteDiamonds & Gold at DJ's Wednesday (Tonight)
ReplyDeleteWe've been called many things (separately and together): Diamonds & Solid Gold, Diamonds & Gold, even Diamonds & Dufus... but whatever you call the pairing of my good friend John Eske and me, you're in for a night filled with good music and great times. As part of DJ's Pub & Grill's (S76W18040 Janesville Road) ongoing Wednesday Night Concert Series, John and I will be there from 7pm - 10pm tonight. Neil Diamond, Buddy Holly, Elvis, Mellencamp and so much more... it's an early one, so you have plenty of time to get home and get a good night's rest.
Diamonds & Martinis at The Press Box in Fond du Lac Friday the 13th
My third time at The Press Box is Jim's first! Come down to "Fondy" for a great time in a great place with friendly, energetic and exciting people! Come early for some food... or even indoor volleyball! Showtime is 7:30pm.
Playoffs Pub on Saturday 4/14
It's been awhile since I've been at Playoffs (8222 W Forest Home, Greenfield)... The Eric Diamond Tribute Show hits the floor at 9pm, and you never know what special guests will stop by!
Dear Kapco, K-Nation and Kacmarcik Friends,
ReplyDeleteAs you likely know, in 2010 Jim Kacmarcik launched K-Nation Entertainment, a full-fledged record label and entertainment company. Our first artist, Erica Hoyt, continues to travel between Wisconsin and Nashville where she is working on writing new songs. More recently, Jim and K-Nation Entertainment signed the very popular regional country band Chasin’ Mason. We have added new members, a new set list, and incredibly enhanced sound and lights to make this one of the hottest acts in our area.
We will debut the new Chasin’ Mason band with a special showcase event on Friday, May 4th at Turner Ballroom in Milwaukee. This is a can’t miss show featuring both original music and popular covers. Erica Hoyt will be a special guest as well as opening act Honest Monday.
A link for tickets can be found below. We hope to see you there!
http://pabsttheater.org/show/chasinmason2012
To learn more about Chasin’ Mason
SATURDAY APRIL 21ST
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540 S. 76TH STREET - 'STALLIS BABY!
9:30PM
UPCOMING SHOWS
May 4th: Adoption Resources Benefit - Quaker Steak and Lube New Berlin
May 5th: CINCO de MAYO!!!!! Laura's DBC Mequon
May 12th: Curly's Waterfront Pub - Pewaukee
May 26th: The Tower Bar - Anyone remember Giorgi's from back in the day? Same place!
www.southendbluesband.com
This Thursday is Spitfire's Acoustic Open Mic night hosted by JC - remember, it's the first and third thursday of every month - always a great time!
ReplyDeleteSaturday American Highway will be at SPLASH! Martini Bar in downtown Oconomowoc. Starts up at about 8:45, we go till 12:15 or so, come on down and have a few with us!
Then next Thursday the 26th, American Highway will be performing at Stone Bank Pub in Stone Bank(!) from 7-10 p.m.
Friday JC does a solo gig at the Golden Mast in Okauchee from 7 - 11.
Saturday the 28th American Highway kicks it off at the Delafield Brewhaus !! This is a great place with one of my favorite things - Craft Beer! Be sure to come and check it out-see you there!!
JC
UPCOMING SHOWS
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Apr 19 12 08:00 PM
Splash Martini Bar Oconomowoc, WI Sat Apr 21 12 08:30 PM
Stone Bank Pub & Eatery Oconomowoc, WI Thu Apr 26 12 07:00 PM
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Monona Terrace in Madison This Wednesday!
ReplyDeleteThis is a show like no other! Come join me and the Ultimate Legends Band (formerly known as the Comeback Special Band) at Madison's beautiful Monona Terrace this Wednesday April 25th for a full hour-and-a-half of nothin' but Neil as part of their "Tunes at Monona Terrace" Concert Series! The band and I have been working really hard on this one over the last couple of months and have added a bunch of new songs to our Neil set... we can't wait to present it to you!
Tunes at Monona Terrace has become a Madison tradition, having entertained over 70,000 people since 1997. This series celebrates the heyday of great musical entertainment and dance... big band, swing, polka... from Glenn Miller to Lawrence Welk. This season’s series is sponsored by a grant from the Madison Arts Commission, with additional funds from the Wisconsin Arts Board and Friends of Monona Terrace.
A cash bar and light fare are available for purchase at 5pm. Ample seating is available.
The music starts at 5:30pm and runs until approximately 7pm. NOTE: If the weather cooperates, the concert will be held on the rooftop... otherwise it will be held in Exhibition Hall - B.
Guess Where WE'RE Gonna Be on Friday Night?
Yes folks, it's true... after many months away, this Friday April 27th marks Diamonds & Martinis' RETURN to 88 Keys Piano and Martini Lounge in downtown West Allis! There have been sooooo many people asking us (as well as the fine folks at 88 Keys) when we'd be going back... well, all we can say is -- you asked for it, you got it, ladies and gentlemen! Showtime is 8pm. To everyone that's asked about this venue: WE HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE!!!!!
HOOCHIE KOO - SUMMER 2012
ReplyDeleteYes indeed, Summer is right around the corner! Hoochie Koo is gearing up for some great Summer shows, including Milwaukee Greek Fest, Summerfest, Wisconsin State Fair and more! Our last Spring show before the Summer fun starts is May 19th at Finn McGuire's Irish Pub, a new and very cool Irish pub in Hales Corners, right off the highway. Come check it out.
We're also playing some very fun and worthwhile charity benefit shows this Summer. A benefit for MargaretAnn's Place Center for Grieving Children is June 15th at Kelly's Bleachers. We play at the "Ride to End Dogfighting" on June 23rd at Milwaukee Harley-Davidson. And July 14th we play the Wings of Hope Charity Concert in Cedarburg to raise money for children's charities. Please attend and support all of these great events and help share the love out there!
Hoochie Koo has been busy lately learning A LOT of new songs. Our goal is to keep the entire show upbeat and very danceable - it's a lot of fun seeing the dance floor packed. So we're adding some very fun and danceable songs, while making sure we maintain our M.O. of playing a lot of the great songs you don't hear a lot of other bands play. Good times!
Please visit our Facebook page - "Friend" us and "Like" our band profile. Shows and news are always posted on fb, as well as on our Schedule and Blog web pages.
We hope to see you at a show soon! - HK
www.hoochiekoo.com
SATURDAY MAY 12TH
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W272 N2697 LAKEVIEW BLVD
9PM
UPCOMING SHOWS
May 26 The Tower Pub Greenfield Remember Giorgi's? This is it!
June 2 Nauts Landing Menasha
June 8 Bosco's Social Club Waukesha
June 9 Playoffs Pub Greenfield
June 23 Hot Rods 'n' Blues Lime Kiln Park Grafton
JULY 3 HARLEY STAGE at SUMMERFEST NOON
www.southendbluesband.com
The Now posted in The Now @ Finn McGuire's
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NO COVER CHARGE!!!! Looks like we go on at 10 pm. We have exactly 90 minutes to load in and play...lol...VERY different set up situation than we are accustomed to...if anyone wants to help "bang gear" be out by the truck at 830pm :)
Friday, May 18, 2012 8:30pm - Boneyard Pub & Grille Annual Spring TastingFeaturing a variety of Craft and Micro Beers along with a select variety of winesFriday, May 18thThe Boneyard Pub & GrilleN64 W23180 Main StreetSussex, WI6:00pm – 11:30pm6pm – 9pm Tasting8:30pm – 11:30pm live entertainment provided byThe UnXpectedSilent Auction & RaffleHors D’Oeuvres$35 in advanceContact Terri Schiedemeyer @ 246-8171 for ticketsPlease make checks payable to: HABCMust be at least 21 years old to attend
ReplyDeleteIt's been awhile ladies and gentlemen, but this Thursday 5/17 Diamonds & Martinis returns to Stone Bank Pub & Eatery (N67 W33395 County Trunk K, Oconomowoc, WI 53066). It's an early night for us... we start at 7pm and are done by 10pm, so come on out, grab a bite & a beer and help us mark our return to Stone Bank... and be home in time for Leno!!! (if you like that kind of thing, that is)
ReplyDeleteOur website has finally been updated with dates thru August... check it out! www.ericdiamondproductions.com Otherwise, check out the attached schedule which takes us up to the beginning of June.
FOR YOU ELVIS FANATICS: Since we're not playing this weekend, come check out the legendary Joseph Hall at Clifford's on Forest Home Ave on Saturday night! Backed by the amazing (yeah, I'm biased) Ultimate Legends Band, it's sure to be an awesome evening! Check out http://www.jimmyprinceshow.com/Schedule.htm for more info!
Hope to see you soon!
EricAttachments:
Fri. May 18, back in action w/ Craig Evans at Geneva Ridge W4220 St Rd 50, Lake Geneva 9-1:30. Sat., May 19th Grimm Bros @ Saloon on Calhoun in Brookfield. 9-1:00. HOPE TO SEE YA.
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Diamonds & Martinis at Stone Bank Pub & Eatery in Stone Bank / Oconomowoc tonight from 7pm - 10pm. New food, new management, NEW KINDS OF FUN!
ReplyDeleteThis will be your ONLY opportunity to see us at Stone Bank until September... and we won't be back in the Lake Country area again until the end of June. We haven't seen many of you in a long time... it's a perfect night for a nice drive, a bite to eat, a beer and some great nostalgic music.
This weekend we "Get our Country ON" new songs, outdoors festival, perfect weather & Rebel Grace...why would you want to be anywhere else! Friday night Dan Jansen Fest on 51st & Layton in Milwaukee & Sunday at Jam 4 Kids with Road Trip and Oil Can Harry at Jugs Hitching Post in Kohlsville...DO IT!
ReplyDeleteDear Music Lovers,
ReplyDeleteI know that many of you are patiently awaiting the arrival of my new recording release. It has been a great experience for me to work on this project with many talented musicians. This is a process that requires much time and energy and hopefully with complete satisfaction for all of you when I can say with elation “It’s finally finished”! However, I can’t say that yet……
Please be a little more patient as an end is near. I’m looking forward to giving you the best and most comprehensive package & collection of polkas & waltzes played with that unmistakable Meisner sound since “Jammin Polkas” and “Meisner Magic.” So, please stay tuned and know that I too am on the edge of my seat!
In the meantime, please make a point to visit me at any of the upcoming performances.
I hope to see you soon,
Steve Meisner
zboxman@jefnet.com
Please join us on SATURDAY MAY 26th as we make our debut at The TOWER PUB!
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9PM
UPCOMING SHOWS
June 2nd Nauts Landing - Menasha 8PM
June 8th Bosco's Social Club - Waukesha 9PM
June 9th Playoff's Pub - Greenfield 9PM
June 23rd Hot Rods 'n' Blues - Lime Kiln Park Grafton 12:45PM
JULY 3rd MILWAUKEE SUMMERFEST H-D STAGE NOON!
www.southendbluesband.com
Braun's Ranch Supper Club This Friday
ReplyDeleteMy first public show in Elkhart Lake this Friday! Braun's Ranch was built in 1932 and currently serves the best beef, pork and seafood that Elkhart Lake has to offer. I am excited and honored to bring my Neil Diamond Tribute Show to Braun's Ranch Supper Club this Friday from 8pm until midnight. Come help me break in a new place, wouldja? (Thanks to Diane J. of Holyland Promotions for hooking me up.)
Last-minute Stone Bank Pub Show Added!!!
For those of you who have been following us for awhile, you know that Diamonds & Martinis used to play Stone Bank Pub & Eatery in Stone Bank/Oconomowoc quite often. Schedule conflicts, new management and a change in their entertainment schedule have kept us away for awhile, but due to the amazing response after Thursday's show two weeks ago, they have decided to have us back again THIS SATURDAY at 8:30pm. If you missed the show on Thursday 5/17, here's another chance! If you feel like eating some good English/American pub food and then getting a bit crazy afterwards, well... we hope to see you then!
West Allis a la Carte on Greenfield Avenue This Sunday
The West Allis a la Carte Festival is a day filled with activities geared towards bringing every member of the family -- toddlers, teenagers, moms and dads, grandparents and even great-grandparents -- together for PLENTY of food, fun and games... and once again, Marcell the Piano Man and I get to be a part of the festivities!
As has been the last two years, Marcell and I will be performing on 72nd street (right next door to 88 Keys Piano and Martini Lounge) from noon until 5pm. Marcell is one of the most talented people I know, and has been a good friend of mine for many years. For more information on Marcell, you can click here for Marcell's MySpace page, or check out his band The Rhythm Kings on Reverb Nation.
Hope you toasted to our TROOPS over the MEMORIAL weekend. This week, FRI., June 1st, the GRIMM BROS. are @ the HOLIDAY INN HARBORVIEW (outdoors), 135 E Grand Ave., Port Washington. 7-11:00. Sat., we are at HOLLYWOODS, W32N6629 CNTY RD C, Nashotah, 9-1:00. See 'ya.
ReplyDeleteLast Minute Show at The Cellar in Oak Creek Added!
ReplyDeleteTo help celebrate the "christening" of their newly added Beer Garden, The Cellar wanted some entertainment this Friday 6/15... so they called me! Join me at 812 W Oakwood Road in Oak Creek from 8pm - 11pm. We'll party, dance, enjoy some nostalgic tunes outdoors and have a beer together from the new Beer Garden. Let's see how many Oak Creek High alumni we can assemble!
Brand New Venue! - Wegner's Cedar Lake Inn This Saturday 6/16
Diamonds & Martinis adds another venue to the growing list of places we've made our home, as we bring our unique style of nostalgia, entertainment and controlled middle-aged mayhem to the Cedar Lake Inn. While their 4919 Hwy 144 address is technically in Hartford, there are some GPS units that will tell you West Bend is more accurate, so if you plan on coming out please keep that in mind (you know how those country roads can be sometimes :)). Showtime is 9pm but, if you'd like, come out early to enjoy some great food and absorb their breathtaking view of Cedar Lake. Help us break in yet another cool venue... we hope to see you there!
JC AYER
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Americana / Acoustic / Americana
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Stone Bank Pub on Thursday, Spitfire on Friday! Two solo shows this week_ see ya there!
UPCOMING SHOWS
Stone Bank Pub & Eatery Oconomowoc, WI Thu Jun 14 12 07:00 PM
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Fri Jun 15 12 09:00 PM
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Jun 21 12 08:00 PM
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Happy Summer to you, hope it is going real well for you... Just wanted to pass onto you my summer shows that are in your future!!! Be well in touch!
ReplyDeleteJune 19--Learning to Fly--Fire on Water--8pm--JAM FOR JAMAICA BENEFIT
June 24--Mike Brumm--Whitefish Bay Kids Day--1:45
July 6--Mike Brumm with BOWSER--Tiki Bar at Victorian Village in Elkhart Lake--6:00
July 19--Mike Brumm--Milwaukee Athletic Club--7:00
August 5--Learning to Fly--Brown Baer in Elkhart Lake--8:00
August 8--Learning to Fly--Siebkens in Elkhart Lake--8:00
August 18--The Pubby's--Irish Fest Run--9:00 am
GO SEE LIVE MUSIC!!!
Mike Brumm Music
JC AYER
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Americana / Acoustic / Americana
Hey!
This week JC will be hosting Spitfire's Acoustic Open Mic Nite on Thursday from 8 - 11 pm.
With this installment, the open mic is now EVERY OTHER WEEK!! Instead of the first and third Thursdays of the month, by popular demand we will be rockin it every other! Looking forward to even more good stuff!
Then on friday, JC Solo at Golden Mast in Okauchee!
See ya there!
UPCOMING SHOWS
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Jun 21 12 08:00 PM
Golden Mast Inn Okauchee, WI Fri Jun 22 12 07:00 PM
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Jul 05 12 08:00 PM
THIS SAT BAD BOY WILL BE AT WAUKESHA'S MINOOKA PARK 1-4. THEN later. I go solo at FOX & HOUNDS, 6:30-10:00. See 'ya.....
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Hey! It's your pals from Something To Do! We wanted to send you a quick note reminding you that we'll be playing at SUMMERFEST in Milwaukee Friday June 29th on the great Potawatomi Stage! S2D plays from 2:00 PM til 3:30 PM! We'll be playing some new songs (CD release show on July 27 at the Miramar Theater in Milwaukee!!!) and some hoary chestnuts - this is your invite! There lots of awesome things happening at Summerfest this Friday - Jimmy Cliff! The Hives! Something To Do!
ReplyDeleteIf you're on a slim Summerfest budget, then why not take advantage of the great Miller High Life admission deal. The first 2,000 patrons 21 and older, arriving between Noon and 3pm who bring six (6) Miller High Life or Miller High Life Light bottle caps will receive one (1) FREE admission ticket.
See you Friday!
Hope you are enjoying the Summer! THIS week FRI, July 13, I will be w/ Craig at NICE ASH on Main St in Waukesha. 9-12:00. SAT., the Grimm Bros are at Saloon on Calhoun in Brookfield. 9-1:00. SEE 'YA......
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stevegrimm4@gmail.com
3D - The DeBraal Brothers 12:23pm Jul 18
ReplyDeletePlease come out this Saturday for a great new festival! Great music lined up for the entire day, 3D starts at 4:15pm! Kid & Adult friendly! Food, beverages, great weather expected......spread the word and let's make the 1st Annual Lutherfest a huge success!
Hi Everyone,
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to invite you to Bilda's Friess Lake Pub in Hubertus on Aug 18 for Hannah's video premiere party for "It's In me". This is a song that Hannah wrote and it addresses bullying. Hannah was bullied a few years ago and wanted to try to inspire other teens to believe in themselves and know that their strength comes from within. This event will have food, music, raffles, and the video of course. The time is TBA but later in the afternoon/ early evening most likely. A portion of proceeds from this event will be dontated to an antibullying organization. Please tell friends, family, it should be a fun event!!! There were many involved in this video and we hope that all involved can make it!!! More details to follow!!!
Sincerely,
Melena and Hannah
You’re Invited to support two great causes, Vital Voices for Mental Health & Dry Hootch helping the veteran and their families.
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Music by Mistick Krewe 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Spitfire's Open Mic hosted by JC on Thursday
ReplyDeleteGolden Mast Solo gig on Friday!
See ya there!
UPCOMING SHOWS
Spitfire Pub and Grill Okauchee, WI Thu Jul 26 12 08:00 PM
Golden Mast Inn Okauchee, WI Fri Jul 27 12 06:00 PM
Andrew's Bar & Restaurant @ The Delafield Hotel Delafield, WI Fri Aug 10 12 07:30 PM
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Leukemia Benefit in West Bend This Friday
ReplyDeleteFriday Eric Diamond Show at Pillars Pub
It's been several months since I've been at Pillars Pub, so I'm really looking forward to this show! I'm especially looking forward to it because I get to be part of a benefit to fight a disease which claimed a very good friend of mine some years back. Every year, Pillars hosts a Leukemia benefit, where half of the money raised goes to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The other half is always donated to a specific person who is currently battling this disease; this year it will be going to the Boylen family. Benefit starts at 8pm... I will take the stage at 9:00pm. We hope to see all you folks from the West Bend, Hartford & Slinger areas come out for this great cause.
Thursday's and Saturday's shows are private events; sorry.
WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR NEXT WEDNESDAY!!!
Our Diamonds & Martinis show will be making its debut appearance at the Washington County Fair next Wednesday, July 25th at 12:30pm at the Devenport stage. Yeah, yeah, we know it's in the middle of the day, which falls right in the middle of the week. So what? Call in sick! Play hooky! Have a beer and relax... it's Diamonds & Martinis time!!! We hope to see some of our new friends from Wegner's Cedar Lake Inn and Pillars Pub there!
Speaking of "Fairs"... Wisconsin State Fair, Anyone?
ONLY 16 MORE DAYS UNTIL THE WISCONSIN STATE FAIR!!!! Even though our website has our State Fair shows listed, I thought I'd list the details of my/our extensive dates there this year...
ALL SHOWS @ ROBERT'S/LEADFOOT BAR & GRILL, GRANDSTAND AVE.
Thursday 8/2, 12:30pm - Jim Best Show
Friday 8/3, 3:30pm - Eric Diamond Show
Saturday 8/4, 3:30pm - Eric Diamond Show
Sunday 8/5, 12:30pm - Eric Diamond Show
Tuesday 8/7, 12:30pm - Eric Diamond Show
Wednesday 8/8, 12:30pm - Diamonds & Martinis
Friday 8/10, 11:30am - Diamonds & Martinis
Saturday 8/11, 3:30pm - Eric Diamond Show
Sunday 8/12, 5pm - Eric Diamond Show
Join us on the Renegade Stage at the Kiwanis Pavillion at Fish Day on Port Washington's lovely lakefront! This Saturday at 4PM.
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Wednesday July 25 - Washington Park Bandshell 6:30PM Surprise Opening Act!
Saturday July 28 - Rocco's in Bay View 9PM
Saturday August 11 - Curly's Waterfront Pub on Pewaukee Lake 9PM
Saturday August 19 - Gathering on the Green in Pewaukee 4PM
Sunday August 26 - Blues Fest at the Nashotah Clubhouse - 2PM Non-stop music from 11:30 to 9PM......You don't want to miss this one!
www.southendbluesband.com
Hey folks!
ReplyDeleteAs you very well may know, we're one week away from our big-deal, hands in the air CD RELEASE SHOW IN MILWAUKEE at the Miramar Theater in lovely Milwaukee, WI. (We hope you are all planning on being there!) We're super stoked with how our new album "Music For Fine Dining" turned out and you deserve a copy, so try to make it out! If you can't, of course we'll be selling it at other shows and also online soon, via iTunes, Amazon, etc.
Also, we JUST ADDED a very last-minute show to our schedule: we'll be opening for THE OFFSPRING at the Rave TONIGHT (Saturday), playing on the big stage at 8 PM! Pretty neato.
So! As we get ready for an awesome rest of year, please think about buying a copy of our fancy new album for you and yours. Quick!
Here are some upcoming shows!
* Saturday, July 21 - THE RAVE, Milwaukee WI (Opening for The Offspring!) - 8 PM, all-ages
* Friday, July 27 - CD RELEASE PARTY, Miramar Theater, Milwaukee, WI - 7 PM, all-ages
* Saturday, August 11 - State Fair! - State Fair Grounds, Milwaukee, WI - 4 PM, all-ages
* Thursday, October 4 - The Frequency, Madison, WI (w/ Mustard Plug & 4AM!) - 9 PM, 21+
* Friday, October 5 - The Triple Rock, Minneapolis, MN (w/ Mustard Plug!) - 8 PM, 18+
* Saturday, October 6 - Club Garibaldi's, Milwaukee, WI (w/ Mustard Plug!) - 9 PM, 21+
* Friday, October 12 - Ann Arbor, MI (w/ Mustard Plug)
* Saturday, October 13 - Kalamazoo, MI (w/ Mustard Plug)
...and so many more to come!
Warmly Hugging You,
Something To Do
Diamonds & Martinis @ Washington County Fair Tomorrow (Wednesday)
ReplyDeleteFrom 12:30 - 4:30pm on Wednesday, come check out Diamonds & Martinis at The Washington County Fair off of Hwy PV in West Bend at the Davenport Family Stage!
Price Pointe Hotel in Waukesha Thursday
Looking for something different to do on a Thursday night? Join me and my Eric Diamond Tribute Show at The Price Pointe Inn on Bluemound Rd in Waukesha, for my FIRST SHOW THERE in the Sportz Lounge from 8pm until 11pm!
Packing House Friday
Diamonds & Martinis returns to The Packing House on Layton Ave by the airport this Friday. Showtime 6:30pm!
The 52nd Street Band - Playing the Music of Billy Joel
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Wanna see what some of the ex-Boogie Men guys have been up to??
Mark Your Calendars!!
52nd Street has a few rare shows that we'd love for you to see in the upcoming month!
Albanese's Roadhouse for their 30th Anniversary Bash:
Saturday, August 11th 8:00PM w/ Special Guests The "A" Sides
(2301 W Bluemound Rd. Waukesha)
Ala Carte at the Milwaukee Co. Zoo (on the Main Stage):
Sunday, August 19th
Joe Hite & Kris Krow at Noon
The "A" Sides at 2:00 & 4:00
52nd Street at 5:30
See you at the show!
www.fiftysecondstreet.com
BUSY week starts with performing w/ the BOOZE BROS. @ the Botannical Gardens, THURS night @ 6:30- 8:30, Whitnall Park. Sat., night fly solo @ Fox and Hounds.6-10:00. Monday, the Grimm Bros ride into State Fair, SAZ's Stage, 1-5:00. PICTURE provided by ANDY NATHAN on FACEBOOK, (SUMMERFEST IN JULY), w/ BAD BOY. Not too bad for an older rocker........
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stevegrimm4@gmail.com
THE SOUTH END BLUES BAND
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ROCCO'S in BAY VIEW TONIGHT
2860 S. KK 9PM
UPCOMING SHOWS
Aug. 11 - Curly's Waterfront Pub on Pewaukee Lake
Aug. 26 - Blues Fest at the Nashotah Clubhouse
Sept. 8 - Magellans on Main in Waukesha
Sept. 14 - Bosco's Social Club - Waukesha
Sept. 15 - Round Third
www.southendbluesband.com
NEW AT THE ROBERT'S/LEADFOOT BAR & GRILL STAGE!!!
ReplyDeleteNew at the Robert's/Leadfoot stage this year: cameras and video screens! Now you'll be able to see us no matter where you sit. Also new at Robert's: MARTINIS!!! (Yep, the kind you drink.)
Check the attached schedule for dates and times. Hope to see you all at the Wisconsin State Fair!!! Diamond's and Martini's
Join us on SATURDAY for an evening of Smokin' Blues-Rock at
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W272 N2697 Lakeview Boulevard
9PM - Midnight
UPCOMING SHOWS
Aug. 19 - Rocky Point - Pewaukee
Aug. 26 - Bluesfest at the Nashotah Clubhouse 2PM
Sept. 8 - Magellans on Main - Waukesha
Sept. 14 - Bosco's Social Club - Waukesha
Sept. 22 - Liquid Johnny's.....STALLIS!
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Car Show @ Amelia's With The King and Diamonds
ReplyDeleteCome to Amelia's on Layton Ave by the airport around noon on Sunday 8/19 for their Classic Car Show! DJ and karaoke legend Brian Gottfried will be spinning tunes and making announcements throughout the day, alternating with... yours truly! My good friend and favorite Elvis impersonator Alan Graveen will be joining me once again as The King and Diamonds... we hit the ground cruisin' with Neil, Elvis & nostalgic tunes around 1pm!!!
Nashotah Clubhouse Blues Fest
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11:30am - 8pm
Exit Highway 16 at Hwy C and go south about a quarter mile
The SOUTH END BLUES BAND plays at 2pm
Upcoming Shows
Sept. 8 - Magellan's in Waukesha
Sept. 14 - Bosco's Social Club.....FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE!
Sept. 15 - Rounding Third Brewers Bash
Sept. 22- Liquid Johnny's - Stallis!
Hope you will join us to usher out SUMMER w/ some Rock and Roll! THIS THURS., Aug 30, 5:30-9:30, the Grimm Bros ride into QUAKER STEAK,4900 S Moorland Rd., New Berlin, for their Cruiser's Night Out. Friday Afternoon, 3-7:00, BAD BOY returns to OAK CREEK's Lionfest. Sat, Sept 1st, 12-3:30, Pretty Grimm performs for Harley of Oconomowoc's Salute to the Veterans, 1280 Blue Ribbon Dr. SUNDAY, I am back at Lionsfest in the POLKA TENT!! 6-7:30...ROCK ON!!!
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Golden Mast Friday 8/31
ReplyDeleteAfter a little time away, Diamonds & Martinis returns to The Golden Mast on beautiful Okauchee Lake tomorrow night. Showtime 6:30 - 10:30pm... come on out to see one of Jim's last shows and the return of our very very very good friend... BARTENDER LORI!!!!!
Calumet County Fair on Saturday and Sunday
My first time at the Calumet County Fair! Located in the town of Chilton (200 W Chestnut St), I will be performing on Saturday evening in the Family Entertainment tent -- there will be a nightclub-style atmosphere and waitresses to take your drink orders! -- from 6pm until 9pm. I will also be performing Sunday morning/afternoon in the Pavilion, alternating with the County B Basement Boys from 11am until 4pm. I can't wait for this Labor Day weekend, folks... hopefully I'll see some of you there! Thanks to Diane Johnson, Jeannie Gasch and Paul Juckem for making this happen. Also, if you live in the area, check out my article/interview in the Chilton Times-Journal!
Steve Meisner
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Sunday, September 2
Oak Creek Lions Days
2:00 PM, VFW Post, Oak Creek, WI
Monday, September 3
Schwabenhof Oktoberfest
4:30 PM, Menomonee Falls, WI
Friday, September 7
Bethel Lutheran Church Oktoberfest
5:30 PM, Madison, WI
Sunday, September 9
Hiawatha Bar
2:00 PM, Sturtevant, WI
Sunday, September 9
Singles Variety Dance - Hiawatha Bar
7:00 PM, Sturtevant, WI
Friday, September 14
Grand Geneva Resort Oktoberfest
7:00 PM, Lake Geneva, WI
Saturday, September 15
Grape Festival – St. Joe’s Park
4:00 PM, Joliet, IL
Sunday, September 16
Gemuetlichkeit Days
3:00 PM, Jefferson, WI
Thursday, September 20
Potawatomi Bingo Casino
Fire Pit Side Bar
2:00 PM, Milwaukee, WI
Friday, September 21
Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest
3:15 PM, Northern WI Fair Grounds
Saturday, September 22
Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest
3:15 PM, Northern WI Fair Grounds
Sunday, September 23
Allison’s Steakhouse
1:00 PM, Abbotsford, WI
Friday, September 28
Essen Haus
8:30 PM, Madison, WI
Saturday, September 29
The Looking Glass
2:00 PM, Janesville, WI
Saturday, September 29
Essen Haus
8:30 PM, Madison, WI
Sunday, September 30
Croatian Cultural Club
6:00 PM, Joliet, IL
Hello to you! This is a bit overdue and I am sorry about that. Here is an updated schedule of what is happening for this Fall and into Winter. I hope you had a great Summer and have a great fall. See you out and about!
ReplyDeleteMike Brumm SOLO-- This means it is just me, doing the one man band thing, looping, rocking, and such!
Mike Brumm DUO--This means it is Dan Sipin and myself. We play weddings and other intimate parties. We have played many weddings which has resulted in happy brides and grooms each time!!
The Pubby's-- This means my new Irish band, we are getting our nitch down and I am pretty excited about the whole thing!
Learning to Fly-- This means my Tribute to Tom Petty Band and we are getting polished every show we play. If you know anyone who loves Tom Petty, this is the band for them...
September 10th, 8pm--THE IRISH PUB (in the 3rd Ward)--THE PUBBY'S*****Tonight!
Septemer 14th, 3pm--Private Wedding--Mike Brumm DUO
September 18th, 8pm--FIRE ON WATER--JAM FOR JAMAICA****Third Tuesdays!!
September 20th, 5pm--Private Party--Mike Brumm SOLO
September 21st, 9pm--THE NICE ASH--LEARNING TO FLY
September 22nd, 1:30pm--Wisconsin Avenue Bridge Party--Mike Brumm SOLO
September 22nd, 8pm--FARM FEST (near Madison, WI)---LEARNING TO FLY
September 29th, 7pm--WILLOWAY OPEN--Mike Brumm SOLO
October 1st, 8pm--THE IRISH PUB--THE PUBBY'S****FIRST MONDAYS!!
October 3rd, 6pm--RANDOM LAKE PIZZERIA--THE PUBBY'S*****FIRST WEDNESDAYS!!
October 4th, 9:30pm--THE GIG--Mike Brumm SOLO*****FIRST THURSDAYS!!
October 6th, 10pm--MAMA'S GARAGE (Wisconsin Dells)--LEARNING TO FLY
October 13th, 4pm--Private Party--Mike Brumm DUO
October 16th, 8pm--FIRE ON WATER--JAM FOR JAMAICA
October 20th, 8pm--PADDY'S PUB--THE PUBBY'S
October 27th, 10pm--FIRE ON WATER--LEARNING TO FLY--HALLOWEEN BASH!!!
November 1st, 6pm--THE GIG--Mike Brumm SOLO****First Thursdays!!
November 5th, 8pm--THE IRISH PUB--THE PUBBY'S****First Mondays!!
November 7th, 6pm--RANDOM LAKE PIZZERIA--THE PUBBY'S****First Wednesdays!!
November 17th, 9:30pm--CRYSTAL CORNER (Madison, WI)--LEARNING TO FLY
November 20th, 8pm--FIRE ON WATER--JAM FOR JAMAICA****3rd Tuesdays!!
November 24th, 7pm--VICTORIAN VILLAGE (Elkhart Lake)--NOMAD Music Festival
December 3rd, 8pm--THE IRISH PUB--THE PUBBY'S****FIRST MONDAYS!!
December 5th, 6pm--RANDOM LAKE PIZZERIA--THE PUBBY'S*****FIRST WEDNESDAYS!!
December 6th, 9:30pm--THE GIG--Mike Brumm SOLO*****FIRST THURSDAYS!!
FRIDAY NIGHT!
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260 W. MAIN STREET - DOWNTOWN WAUKESHA
8:30PM
SATURDAY NIGHT!
ROUNDING THIRD
6317 W. BLUEMOUND - BREWERS VICTORY BASH
9:30PM
UPCOMING SHOWS
Saturday Sept. 22nd - LIQUID JOHNNY'S
Saturday Sept. 29th - Palmyra - Eagle Scholarships at PALMYRA PARK
Saturday October 6th - THE BRIDGE INN GRAFTON
Saturday October 27th - HAUS OF ROCK 'n' BLUES MANITOWOC
www.southendbluesband.com
Welcome to our first Social Digest! Below you'll find a recap of some great
ReplyDeletethings that happened over the past couple of weeks. We'll also update our
gig schedule so you can come out to a show. If you like what you read, just
click on it and reply, comment, post or let us know what you think! We'll
take song requests, gig suggestions, the works! We have been busy this
summer. A full schedule in June and July, and 7 shows in August capped off by
the fantastic time we had at the Gordon Lodge in Baileys Harbor. We have lots of
photos and video from that gig that we'll share. Bryce has been doing
some solo shows and Randy has been kept busy as the bass player for Sue
DeBaco. Shows: Sept 14 at Jimmy's Island Grill in Wauwatosa. Sept 15 at
the Riverside Brewery in West Bend. Sept 21 at The Cruise in Tichigan. New...
The King & Diamonds @ The American Legion This Friday!
ReplyDeleteBack with Mr. "Alvis" Graveen, The King & Diamonds hits the floor at 7pm at The Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27Van Eimeren - Kolonka American Legion Post #27 in South Milwaukee.
All Elvis & Neil fans in the St. Francis, Cudahy, Milwaukee, Oak Creek and South Milwaukee areas gotta come out and see this show, as it never disappoints. For those die-hard Elvis fans, I know many of you have your favorite ETA (that's "Elvis Tribute Artist")... well, I can tell you that Al's already converted fans of GL Wesley, Tony Rocker and others; he simply has to be heard to be believed. For more info on Alan, please check out his webpage by clicking here.Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27Van Eimeren-Kolonka Post 27
St. Augustine of Hippo Oktoberfest This Sunday!
Have you heard our radio spots yet on WRIT? You haven't?? Well, check out the attached mp3 file!
Back once again with my good friend (and Ultimate Legends Band guitarist) John Eske, Diamonds & Gold returns from their hiatus to bring you your favorite Neil Diamond songs along with a bunch of Classic Oldies and AM Gold favorites. Join us as St. Augustine's (the one in Milwaukee/Bay View, not the one in West Allis) from 4pm - 7pm. All the information you need is attached, including a coupon to save you $$$ on food!
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MY UPDATED SCHEDULE IS ALSO ATTACHED!!!
HOPE TO SEE YOU THIS WEEKEND
The UnXpected
ReplyDeleteSeptember 15th 2012 Wine & Harvest Festival – Cedarburg, WI
Main Stage - Food Court 11:00am-1:00pm
www.unxpectedband.com
Promotional Video Shoot for Eric Diamond & the Ultimate Legends Band
ReplyDeleteEver been in a music video? Wanna be? Well, this is your big chance! We're looking for people to hang out with us for awhile on Monday night, September 24th from 7pm until you just can't take it no mo'. We are calling upon our biggest fans and friends to fill up the front rows of Oconomowoc's Theater on Main, dance around a little bit and generally look like you're having a GREAT time gettin' down to a bunch of Neil Diamond tunes as we shoot our first truly professional Promotional Video. EVERYONE IS WELCOME!!! -- we only ask that you bring your smiling faces. This is an exciting time for us and we truly believe that this video is our first step towards greater things. An RSVP is appreciated but not necessary... if you can make it, just show up! Feel free to email me with any questions. PLEASE consider joining John, Jeff, Brian, Doug, Dennis, Matt & me for a night of magic!!!
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 22nd
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9:30PM
Upcoming Shows
September 29th - Palmyra-Eagle Scholarship Fund Palmyra Park 5PM
October 6th - The Bridge Inn Grafton
October 27th - Rock -n- Blues Haus Manitowoc
November 3rd - Nauts Landing Menasha
Diamonds & Martinis Farewell Show Friday at The Golden Mast
ReplyDeleteIn case you haven't heard, Jim Best will be playing his final show as "Mr. Martini" this Friday night (September 21) at The Golden Mast from 6:30 - 10:30pm. We would love to see you there to give him a big send off! But, keep in mind... for those of you who haven't made plans yet, we have already scheduled a New Years' Eve Reunion show at the Mast. STAY TUNED!!!
Braun's Ranch in Elkhart Lake Saturday
Saturday evening finds me once again at Braun's Ranch Supper Club in Elkhart Lake. The Neil Diamond & Nostalgia show has already become a favorite at Braun's and I'm looking forward to being there once again. I hope you can make it out! Although the show is supposed to begin at 8pm, the start time for entertainment seems to fluctuate there depending on the crowd... better get there by 7:30 just in case!
Tuesday Happy Hour Party at Las Palmas
Yes folks, after many months away... I'm performing at Las Palmas' (1901 S 60th St, West Allis) Happy Hour Party next Tuesday 9/25 from 6 - 10pm. Enjoy two-for-one margaritas and half-price appetizers. For full details, please see the attached flyer. We don't care where you're employed or what work-related stresses you have... all are welcome at the Happy Hour Party -- stop in and forget all about it for awhile!!!
NEWS FOR OCTOBER It’s already been a busy Oktoberfest season and it’s not quite done yet as Steve and the band head south to Illinois this coming weekend for several more Oktoberfest events. As I told you last month on September first, the new plan is to provide everyone with a monthly update on the first of the month, so here we go for October!
ReplyDeleteFREE MUSIC AT POTAWATOMI Free admission continues on Thursday afternoons at the Potawatomi Bing Casino, Fire Pit Side Bar. For over a year Steve and the band have been performing the third Thursday of every month. For this month of October only, the performance moves to the 2nd Thursday of the month to avoid conflicting with other events happening at the casino. If you have not been to Potawatomi to see Steve for a while, why not make plans to attend on Thursday, October 14? With plenty of seating, ample dance floor, multiple restaurant choices should you want to grab a bite to eat either prior to or following the performance, and of course the hottest slots and table games in town, you can’t go wrong. Throw in the great music of Steve Meisner along with Don Hunjadi and Tom Brusky and you have an afternoon of low-priced fun, including no admission charge. Who knows, you might even win big!
CD SALES AVAILABLE ON-LINE Looking to get moving on your Christmas shopping? Missing a Meisner CD in your collection? The complete catalog of Meisner music is now available directly from Steve at www.stevemeisner.com/music.htm. You’ll find over 20 CDs from both Steve and father Verne, DVDs, and even the new Meisner Time T-Shirt. Make your purchase using any major credit card and your order will be on the way! Steve's new on-line ordering system uses one of the safest credit card processing companies in the world – PayPal. If you already have a PalPal account you can use it to make your purchase. But don’t worry, if you don’t have or don’t want a PayPal account, you don’t need one! Simply and safely enter your credit card information and you’ll be on your way. Of course, if you prefer to mail in your order along with a check you can still do that. Speaking of Steve’s website, watch for some changes later this month as Steve has started to clean house and update things on-line. If everything goes as planned, Steve will launch a completely new and re-designed website sometime next year.
STILL TIME TO GET ON THE BUS There is still time for you to get on the bus with Steve and the band as they head to Cleveland next month for the annual Thanksgiving polka party. A few seats remain available but you need to sign up right away. Join Steve along with Rick Hartmann, Denny Anderson and Don Hunjadi as they all perform in Cleveland with more than a dozen other bands on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, November 22-24, 2012. For more information or to sign up, contact Dan Andresen by e-mail at flyer.43@hotmail.com, give him a call at 262-248-0835 or 262-949-0188, or fill out the form to get on the bus!
Steve Meisner
zboxman@jefnet.com
We're Bringin' the Blues Back to Grafton on Saturday Night!
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THE BRIDGE INN
1216 BRIDGE STREET
9PM
Upcoming Shows
Friday October 26th Rock - n - Blues Haus Manitowoc
Saturday November 3rd Nauts Landing Menasha
Saturday November 10th Curley's Waterfront Pub Pewaukee
Saturday November 17th Playoffs Pub Greenfield
Wednesday November 21st Rounding Third - EVE of THE FEAST BASH!
www.southendbluesband.com
Writing On The Wall
ReplyDeleteSocial Digest for the week of October 1, 2012 Follow Me:
Welcome to our Social Digest! How are you all doing?...well we hope, anyway,
here are our upcoming dates: Oct 6 at the Boneyard Pub & Grill in Sussex.
Oct 19th at the Nice ash in Waukesha. Oct 26 and 27 at the Isle casino in
Waterloo, IA. Once again we appreciate you guys! Thanks for your
support. Bryce & Randy
No Tan Lines band
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South Shore Farmers' Market
South Shore Park 2900 S. Shore Drive
17 NEW Story Time Video Poems from the always creative
genius... just like you, heart and mind of Michael Drake AKA Mr. Pickles!
To All you Halloweeners: WE are looking forward to a Gig @ The Ranch, SAT., OCT. 27 in Rubicon FEATURING, members from the original Bad Boy. We will perform selections from the 1st two LPs on UNITED ARTISTS, which entered Billboard's top 100. TIX are $8 IN ADVANCE or $10 AT THE DOOR. Contact Ranch, Uncle Bob's or Steve for advance tix. Please lookout below.......
ReplyDeleteTHIS SAT., Oct 13th, the GRIMM BROS., ride into STOLLEY's HOGG ALLEY on Venice Beach Rd,, in Oconomowoc. Let's ROCKTOBER!!!
Old School is back after returning from their Amish Tour of York, Pennsylvania. Let me tell you that Rumspringa was crazy! This Saturday we'll be rockin' at the Bridge Inn in Grafton. This place is always a party!
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Time: 9ish
Where: Bridge Inn
Address: 1216 Bridge St, Grafton, WI
The Return to 88 Keys!!!
ReplyDeleteIt's been awhile, but the Neil Diamond show returns to 88 Keys Piano and Martini Lounge on Greenfield Ave this Friday at 8pm! This time I will have my good friend (and Ultimate Legends bandmate) John Eske with me. Diamonds & Gold hits the "stage" at 8pm. If you like Classic Oldies, guitar strummin' and nostalgic tunes, and possible appearances by such acts as Buddy Holly and Roy Orbison, this show is a must-see! And for those of you who have seen one of our performances at 88 Keys, you know how crazy these shows can get. We know you'll be there so, thanks in advance. :)
"The Village of Pipe"... Big Al Capone's in Malone, WI on Saturday
No, it's not the same Capone's we used to play in Downtown Milwaukee. Located in the town of Calumet, Big Al Capone's is technically in the unincorporated village of Pipe but has a Malone address. Make sense to you Milwaukeeans? Me neither... but nonetheless, it looks like a really cool place that just happens to be hosting my Eric Diamond Tribute Show for the first time this Saturday! Approximately only 3 miles from Johnsburg, 14 miles from Kiel, 14 miles from Chilton and 16 miles from Fond du Lac, my new friends from the private parties and Fairs/Festivals I played this summer have no excuse for not stopping in. I hope to see you all there to help me "break in" this new place in grand style. Showtime is 8pm!!!
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New Shows Added for all Oak Creekians and Franklinites
The BEST, fall-of-the-bone BBQ ribs and fish fry you will EVER have, Jim Dandy's will host the Eric Diamond Tribute Show during their Halloween party on Friday, October 27th and The King & Diamonds Elvis & Neil show on Friday, November 2nd. Stay tuned for more details!!!
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You know you've been dying to have dinner and see a show at The Golden Mast. Well, what better time than the day before Sweetest Day? Diamonds & Gold starts with some mellow dinner music at 6:30 and starts rockin' your favorite oldies and classic nostalgia at 7:30.
Pillars Pub in West Bend on Saturday
For those of you in the Slinger and West Bend areas, bring your significant other to Pillars Pub and have a couple of Sweetest Day drinks in the pub that used to be a church! The Eric Diamond Tribute Show starts at 9pm and ends around midnight.
Halloween Happy Hour Next Tuesday
Don't forget about Las Palmas' Pre-Halloween Happy Hour party next Tuesday, October 23rd starting at 5pm. Two-for-one margaritas, half-off appetizers, giveaways and music from "Alice Diamond" from 6-10pm. Although this will be a much more laid back version of the Halloween shows I've done in the past, you're guaranteed to hear some of your favorite Alice Cooper, Doors and David Bowie songs in addition to the obligatory Neil n' Nostalgia you've come to love. See the attached poster. Hope to see you!
Halloween Party at
Jim Dandy's NEXT Saturday!
A new addition to the schedule, don't miss my first appearance at Jim Dandy's in Oak Creek (corner of 27th St and Grays Ln, just north of Ryan Rd) next Saturday, October 27 for their Halloween party!
Schedule Updated
I'm in the process right now of updating the website with my November schedule, so by the time you read this it should be out there. Check it out!
© 2012 Eric Diamond Productions
Attachments:
Golden Mast & Quinney Quencher
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Punchy and Overtired...
It's after midnight and I've been non-stop working one job or the other since 9am Thursday (yesterday) morning... so after my own version of "fourthmeal" (two grilled cheese sandwiches, one Eggland's Best egg [over easy, mind you] and some Tomato n' Basil Bisque), I'm gonna make this installment as quick and painless as I can before I say something really obscure and silly. Off we go, into the wild blue ethernet...!
"The Neil & Nostalgia Show" at The Golden Mast
Tomorrow (actually, tonight) night is sure to be yet another fun-filled Golden Mast show. This time featuring my good friend Jeff King, Friday November 30th is the night to be prepared for many of the martini-swilling classics that you've come to know and love as well as a few foot-blistering dance-party surprises along the way! Our slow, "Have-A-Drink-While-You're-Waiting-For-A-Table" set begins at 6:30pm, with the official party to follow shortly afterward.
And speaking of the Mast, don't forget that it's never too early nor too late to plan your New Years' Eve. Remember that this will be your ONLY chance to see the ONE-TIME DIAMONDS & MARTINIS REUNION SHOW. For full details, please see the attatched flyer!!!
Quinney Quencher in Chilton This Saturday
I've heard so many cool things about this place that I no longer giggle to myself after saying the name. Go ahead; say it three times fast. Quinney Quencher in Chilton. Quinney Quencher in Chilton. Quinney Quencher in Chilton. OK... you can stop now.
Located in beautifully historic Downtown Quinney (???), they are supposed to have an awesome appetizer and sandwich menu, and the prices are extremely reasonable (an Angus Steak Sandwich for $5.00??? Why that's insane!). So HEY, Holylanders... come on out and help me break in another new venue! Showtime is 8pm... thanks again to Gordy, Carla & Diane!
Oh, and hey, check out the attached poster. C'mon, check it out. Neil will sing Happy Birthday to you in Hebrew on your special day if you do. OK, that's a lie... but it's kind of fun to think about.
Goodnight, and have a pleasant tomorrow.
I'm tired, dizzy, and literally feel like I'm going to pass out, folks. A free drink at my next show to the first person who EMAILS ME that can name the character in the inset in the picture on the right, WITHOUT CHEATING.
Hope to see all 942 of you soon.
Love to see you at Zin!
ReplyDeleteCome this Thursday night and
hear some jazz and this great
place called ZIN. It is
Uncommon California Italian
food and it is fantastic!!!
Suzanne Grzanna
Saxophone & Vocals
Lou Cucunato- Piano
Thursday, December 6th
and
Thursday, December 20th
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
629 Main Street
Delafield, WI
(262) 646-5959
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ReplyDeleteNew Years Eve 9pm - 2am
Tickets Available Now!
December 31st 2012 Sussex Bowl NYE PARTY- Sussex, WI
Open Bar - Beer - Rails - Calls - Shots - Bombs; Champange Toast to bring in the New Year; Pizza Buffet after Midnight; Buy your tickets today: $45 in advance, $55 at the door; Event is limited to 350 people don't be left out......contact Sussex Bowl for Tics:
http://www.sussexbowl.com/entertainment-new.shtml
www.unxpectedband.com
Mayans Welcome! - Okauchee & Malone This Weekend
ReplyDeleteEnd of the World Friday! Spend It With The Neil & Nostalgia Show at The Golden Mast
OK, so... by now you've all heard the rumor (myth, superstition, prophecy... call it what you will) that, according to the Mayan calendar, the world will end this Friday, December 21st. If you haven't heard this, I promise I won't make any sarcastic comments about living under the proverbial rock... you can read a very detailed yet reader-friendly description by clicking here.
Now, as much as I love David (Bar Manager at the Golden Mast), I'm really hoping that his is NOT the last face I see if the world does end. But that's the chance I have to take... since my very good friend Jeff King and I are bringing the Neil Diamond & Nostalgia Show to you once again this Friday night! Showtime is 6:30pm folks... and hey, I look at it this way: if the world DOES end, I can think of a lot worse places to spend my time than beautiful Okauchee Lake. And if it doesn't end? Well, we can still dance & party like it's the end of the world, can't we?
Speaking of Celebrating at The Golden Mast...
It's a tradition that's been established. For the past four years, Diamonds and Martinis has been performing at The Golden Mast on New Years' Eve... so why should this year be any exception? For ONE SHOW AND ONE SHOW ONLY, Jim Best and I will be reunited to help you ring in 2013. Except THIS time, we will be in the Lake Terrace Room for a very special "Dinner & a Show" show! With TWO DIFFERENT PACKAGES from which to choose, there is an option to fit everyone's budget! See the flyer (attached) for more details, or call (262) 567-7047 for more information or to reserve your spot now!
Big Al Capone's in Malone This Saturday 12/22/12
Back by popular demand! For those in the Fond du Lac/Malone/Pipe/Chilton areas, come on out for my second time at one of the coolest places I've played in a long time! The Eric Diamond Tribute Show starts at 8pm at Big Al Capone's (N10302 Hwy 151, Malone [village of Pipe]). Come early and grab some GREAT grub! Check out the attached flyer.
A Nation Shocked and Saddened
I don't often get "topical" or discuss tragic events in these emails... I usually try to remain upbeat and give people an opportunity to forget about the bad stuff in their lives and in the world. But after poking gentle fun at the thought of the world ending, I can't hit Send on this email without bringing up the horrific events that transpired last Friday at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newton, Connecticut... and how the world ended for these 27 innocent victims and their families.
We as humans try to reconcile these kinds of things in our heads, try to make some sense out of events that make no sense. These abominations, these crimes against humanity, shake us to our very core as we wonder, if there is a God, why would he let something as unthinkable as this happen to his children?
I have no answers... only a deep sadness for the fate of humankind. My heart and tears go out to the family and friends of the victims and the victims themselves.
May your family, beliefs, faith, and/or the simple gifts of this holiday season provide you with the strength and peace of mind to carry on. PLEASE remember to give your parents... your children... your grandchildren... your nieces and nephews... an extra, extra-long hug. Tonight, if possible. It's the most important thing you will ever do.
NEW YEARS EVE BASH AND SHOW @ the SAND BAR on Pewaukee Lake!
ReplyDeleteWith Scott E B. & The US Project & Bad Boy! Its US not the U.S. show...!
Free Shuttles to hotels and all!
FB Invite - http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/events/377931388961319
Miller High Life and The Sand Bar, Proudly Present:
Scott E. Berendt & The US Project w/ the Legendary Bad Boy, New Years Eve Show
Two shows, two bands, two sets each, one long night! Two bars, one night club and restaurant under one roof, and hotel rooms available near by!!!And, Free Shuttles all night long..to the Lake Country area..
The two bands will trade on and off all night long, starting at 9pm -
($50 cover/covers it all) - Drinks, food and music from two of the most sought out bands in the Midwest ~ And performing all their hits that night will be an all star line up, original members, Steve Grimm, Xeno, Craig Evans, Scott E. Berendt & The US Projects, Tony Brice, Brian Breundl, and other surprise US guest sitting in all night long! And an open jam too send you home with or back to your hotel...! - Don't Miss It! Plan now...!!
*** Hotels available @ Country Springs with water slides, La Quinta, Holiday Inn Express with pools and an easy way on and off the high way to all of the fun - Near Waukesha, WI, Lake Country Area - Take SS, one mile North off of I94w - Exit 290 and you are at the party and on the LAKE
"Ebert & Alper" at The Packing House This Friday 12/28/12
ReplyDeleteIt's only been two months since I've been at The Packing House on Layton Ave by the airport, but to me it seems like forever. Join us this Friday for a very special show, as I am joined by none other than Packing House favorite Sherwood Alper for, well, "The Ebert & Alper Show"! Sherwood was a regular entertainer in The Packing House lounge awhile back, and he and his wife have been friends of Diamonds & Martinis for years... so many of you probably already know him. But for those of you who don't, prepare to be wowed. Sherwood will marry his special mix of "martini music", jazz, and 50s & 60s doo-wop with my Neil Diamond tribute and nostalgic hits for a professional, fun-filled variety show... two great tastes that go great together, so you don't want to miss this one! There will be finger-snapping, singing, dancing and some of the best food and lounge service you will ever experience. Come on out and share a little holiday cheer! Showtime is 6:30pm.
Saturday Night Eric Diamond Show at Pillars Pub in West Bend!
It's always been an honor to be asked to perform at Pillars Pub in West Bend... and so I return once again for a special holiday show! If you have never been out here before, you owe it to yourself to have a couple of drinks in the pub that used to be a church. Party and dance right in front of the stage, hang out at the bar or relax upstairs and watch the Eric Diamond Show from the comfort of the balcony (where the choir used to sing, naturally). And of course, the extensive bottled beer selection and service-with-a-smile are among the best that Washington County has to offer! This may be one of the last times you'll see me in the area, so please, stop on in. Showtime is 9pm.
New Years' Eve Diamonds & Martinis Show!!!!!!!!!
By now, I'm sure you've heard the rumor... mostly because I've been talking about it in these emails for the last two months! Diamonds & Martinis will be doing a one-time and one-time only reunion show beginning at 7pm at The Golden Mast this Monday evening for our special New Years' Eve All-Inclusive Dinner and a Show. Maybe you've heard the radio spots over the past two weeks... if you have, then you'll recognize the voice and information that's included in the attached video. (Please make sure to check it out! It's playable on most computers and tells you everything you need to know about this Monday evening. If you cannot view the video, a poster with all the pertinent information is also attached) And if a classy, delicious sit-down dinner isn't in your plans this New Years', no worries! The Golden Mast also provides you with a $30 option after 10pm to come see the show, which also includes an open bar and late-night buffet. I promise you that this Diamonds & Martinis Reunion will NOT happen again, so join Jim Best & me in the Lake Terrace Room on beautiful Okauchee Lake so we can all wax nostalgic while ringing in 2013 together!
"Ebert & Alper" at The Packing House This Friday 12/28/12
ReplyDeleteIt's only been two months since I've been at The Packing House on Layton Ave by the airport, but to me it seems like forever. Join us this Friday for a very special show, as I am joined by none other than Packing House favorite Sherwood Alper for, well, "The Ebert & Alper Show"! Sherwood was a regular entertainer in The Packing House lounge awhile back, and he and his wife have been friends of Diamonds & Martinis for years... so many of you probably already know him. But for those of you who don't, prepare to be wowed. Sherwood will marry his special mix of "martini music", jazz, and 50s & 60s doo-wop with my Neil Diamond tribute and nostalgic hits for a professional, fun-filled variety show... two great tastes that go great together, so you don't want to miss this one! There will be finger-snapping, singing, dancing and some of the best food and lounge service you will ever experience. Come on out and share a little holiday cheer! Showtime is 6:30pm.
Saturday Night Eric Diamond Show at Pillars Pub in West Bend!
It's always been an honor to be asked to perform at Pillars Pub in West Bend... and so I return once again for a special holiday show! If you have never been out here before, you owe it to yourself to have a couple of drinks in the pub that used to be a church. Party and dance right in front of the stage, hang out at the bar or relax upstairs and watch the Eric Diamond Show from the comfort of the balcony (where the choir used to sing, naturally). And of course, the extensive bottled beer selection and service-with-a-smile are among the best that Washington County has to offer! This may be one of the last times you'll see me in the area, so please, stop on in. Showtime is 9pm.
New Years' Eve Diamonds & Martinis Show!!!!!!!!!
By now, I'm sure you've heard the rumor... mostly because I've been talking about it in these emails for the last two months! Diamonds & Martinis will be doing a one-time and one-time only reunion show beginning at 7pm at The Golden Mast this Monday evening for our special New Years' Eve All-Inclusive Dinner and a Show. Maybe you've heard the radio spots over the past two weeks... if you have, then you'll recognize the voice and information that's included in the attached video. (Please make sure to check it out! It's playable on most computers and tells you everything you need to know about this Monday evening. If you cannot view the video, a poster with all the pertinent information is also attached) And if a classy, delicious sit-down dinner isn't in your plans this New Years', no worries! The Golden Mast also provides you with a $30 option after 10pm to come see the show, which also includes an open bar and late-night buffet. I promise you that this Diamonds & Martinis Reunion will NOT happen again, so join Jim Best & me in the Lake Terrace Room on beautiful Okauchee Lake so we can all wax nostalgic while ringing in 2013 together!
Hi Guys,
ReplyDeleteIf you missed it last Saturday, the Cowboy Brothers had a very rocking Christmas at Spitfire in Okauchee. Look for new shows in the coming year. Also, I have updated my website. Click on, take a look around, let me know if you like it. On to this weekend. Friday I have a solo show at Callanan's Parkway Pub at 115th and Oklahoma in Stallis, (West Allis). Saturday I'm with Randy at the Fox & Hounds in Hubertus for a Writing on the Wall show. Stop out if you're in the area. Either way, enjoy the new year!
See Ya, Bryce
Upcoming Shows/Events:
Date: Location: Venue: Ticket Price:
Dec 28, 2012 Milwaukee, WI Callanan's Parkway Pub (map) Free Details >>
Dec 29, 2012 Hubertus, WI Fox & Hounds Restaurant (map) Free Details >>
Dec 31, 2012 Waterloo, IA Isle Casino (map) Free Details >>
Jan 12, 2013 West Bend, WI Riverside Brewery (map) Free Details >>
Jan 19, 2013 Hubertus, WI Fox & Hounds (map) Free Details >>
Love to see you at Zin!
ReplyDeleteCome this Thursday night and
hear some jazz!
Suzanne Grzanna
Saxophone & Vocals
John Hefter- Piano
Thursday, January 10th
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
629 Main Street
Delafield, WI
(262) 646-5959
ello,
ReplyDeleteFriday, January 18th at 8:30 PM Mistick Krewe. will be at the Down and Over (formerly Bay View Brew House) 2535 S. Kinnickinnic Ave in Bay View.
We'll be sharing the evening with the Spirals. There is a $5.00 cover. I hope to see you there!
Braun's Ranch This Saturday
ReplyDeleteNeil's gonna be 72 this year! His birthday is actually next Thursday, January 24th... but we're celebrating this Saturday 1/19/13 at Braun's Ranch in Elkhart Lake! Showtime is a little bit later than I normally play at Braun's -- 8:30pm -- but it will still be a great time. Especially since... WE'LL HAVE CAKE!!! Hope to see you there.
Also, a big thanks to everyone who was at the Dale's Weston Lanes "Legends of Rock" show... I had almost forgotten how fun it was to play with the Ultimate Legends Band! Special thanks to Dianna and Jeff Busha as well as my "Milwaukee Contingent", Barb and Karen.
"Ebert & Alper" at 88 Keys Friday
ReplyDeleteWe had such a great time and such a great response to our show at the Packing House last month that we've decided to make this a more regular thing! Join accomplished singer & musician and seasoned veteran Sherwood Alper and me at 88 Keys (in beautiful downtown West Allis) this Friday 1/25 as we perform the best Neil Diamond and martini-drinking, finger-snapping, singalong-ing tunes that your nostalgic little hearts desire. Showtime is 8:30pm... get there early for a seat!
And... for those who have been with us for awhile, please welcome back sound and light guy, roadie and "Stage Manager" extraordinnaire... JON KRUGER!!!!
Jim Dandy's on Saturday
Once again back in Oak Creek by popular demand, I return to Jim Dandy's on south 27th Street. Stop in for Wisconsin's best ribs before the show! The music starts at 8pm. This is actually a pretty cool, fun place with some of the greatest, upbeat bartenders I've encountered in awhile... hope to see you there!
Steve Meisner February Performances
ReplyDeleteSaturday, February 9
CD Release Party
Rick’s Eastside Pub
2:00 PM, Whitewater, WI
Sunday, February 10
Croatian Cultural Club
6:00 PM, Joliet, IL
Tuesday, February 12
National Bakery & Deli
6:00 AM, Greendale, WI
Tuesday, February 12
American Legion
12:30 PM, S. Milwaukee, WI
Friday, February 15
Essen Haus
8:30 PM, Madison, WI
Saturday, February 16
Essen Haus
8:30 PM, Madison, WI
Sunday, February 17
Hiawatha Bar
2:00 PM, Sturtevant, WI
Sunday, February 17
Singles Variety Dance
Hiawatha Bar
7:00 PM, Sturtevant, WI
Wednesday, February 20
Pulaski Inn
1:00 PM, Cudahy, WI
Thursday, February 21
Potawatomi Bingo Casino
Fire Pit Side Bar
2:00 PM, Milwaukee, WI
Friday, February 22
New Glarus Hotel
7:30 PM, New Glarus, WI
Saturday, February 23
New Glarus Hotel
7:30 PM, New Glarus
St. Stanislaus Parish & Oratory Annual Dinner Auction
ReplyDeleteTickets are Free and Goodwill donations are appreciated. For more information click on the link above to visit the event's Facebook page.
Spend the evening "Rockin' with the Oldies"! Step back into a night of 1950's music with the band Bobby Way and the Fabulous Wayouts, while enjoying a fantastic dinner of your favorite All-American foods and soda shop specialties.
Get in the mood and dress the era with a fun poodle skirt or letter jacket! Impersonate your favorite 1950's celebrity, such as Elvis Presley, Audrey Hepburn, Frank Sinatra, Grace Kelly, Lucille Ball, Buddy Holly or John Wayne!
ENTER TO WIN THE BEST DRESSED CONTEST!
On feb23 at the american legion post 27 in south milwaukee is a winter blues festival. Open mic style.
ReplyDeleteERIC DIAMOND.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.milwaukeeliveentertainment.com/band_profile.asp?bandid=189
CENTRAL HOUSE IN CHILTON TONIGHT (FRIDAY)
Boy, it's amazing how the week just gets away from me. This email was supposed to be sent out on Monday... and, well, it obviously wasn't. Anyway...
This evening finds me at a new venue -- the Central House in Chilton! The food is supposed to be great, and there's even a rumor going around the internet that the place is haunted... but you'll just have to come check it out for yourself. I urge all my friends and fans from the Chilton, Fond du Lac, Kiel, New Holstein, Manitowoc, Appleton, Plymouth and Pipe areas to join me at 321 E Main St starting at 7pm!
PILLARS PUB IN WEST BEND SATURDAY
I'm back again in West Bend at Pillars Pub! I hope to see some of the same folks I met at the Chandelier Ballroom in Hartford last Sunday... Pillars is always a great time, and has some great people working there. The Neil Diamond/John Mellencamp/Nostalgia Show starts at 9pm, in the bar that used to be a church! New songs, and a different approach to the setlist guarantees this show to be a blast!
New website and printable schedule are on their way...
Hello everyone,
ReplyDeleteI apologize for not getting this show on my website... several of you emailed me today stating that you heard a rumor that I was going to be at Jim Dandy's tomorrow, but since it wasn't on my site you weren't sure. Well... the rumors are true!
Come join me tomorrow at 8900 S 27th Street in Oak Creek... the show starts at 8pm, or come early and try one of the best and most varied fish frys the south side has to offer! Enjoy their parmesan-crusted baked cod, or indulge yourself in some deep-fried walleye, perch, cod or bluegill. If you haven't tried Jim Dandy's, you need to check it out. It's one of Oak Creek's "hidden gems".
And if that weren't enough, I will be debuting some more new songs tomorrow in addition to the normal Neil you know and love. Don't let a little snow keep you locked in your house... YOU LIVE IN WISCONSIN! Drive safe and I'll see you there tomorrow night!
And I promise to be better at updating my website, too. I have a brand new version of it almost ready to go, but keep hesitating on pulling the trigger. Stay tuned...
Hello,
ReplyDeleteMistick Krewe is doing a semi-acoustic show this Saturday evening on Main Street in downtown Waukesha. Here are the details:
Saturday, February 23, 2013
8:00 pm. to 11:00 p.m.
Sprizzo Gallery Caffe
363 W Main St
Waukesha, WI 53186
(About half a block west of the intersection of Main and Clinton St)
262.513.5640
Sprizzo Caffe' is a locally owned cafe, coffee shop and bar conveniently located in Historic Downtown Waukesha. They offer soups, sandwiches and salads. Their specialty is martinis and offer drink specials every night.
Join us for good food, drinks and music!
New Venue... Paddy's Pub!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited about this new venue I don't even know what to do with myself. My first time officially performing as "Eric Diamond" on the east side, Paddy's Pub is an awesome, authentic Irish Pub located at 2339 N Murray Avenue (sneezing distance from North Ave). Normally known for the outstanding Irish and folk music that they host, Patty & Woody have been gracious enough to give the "Neil & Nostalgia Show" a shot on their side of town. Relax downstairs before the show in their quaint, cozy, atmospheric pub and then pop upstairs at 9pm for the show. The ornate decor in this place truly has to be seen to be believed! SInce this is a brand new place for me, if you're in the area I would love & appreciate your patronage at this one. There's plenty of $2 parking at the bank across the street if you get there early enough... otherwise there's street parking available. Slainte!
South Wayne Community Fundraiser at Marty's Saturday Afternoon
My second time in South Wayne, WI, I am honored to be asked back by Ron D. and his friends for this worthwhile cause, this time to raise money for the South Wayne Food Pantry. The show starts at 1:00pm at Marty's Village Inn at 207 WI State Hwy 11 in South Wayne and ends at 3:30pm, although the fundraiser will be running throughout the day. If you live in the general area, please stop in! It'd be great to meet you.
LAURA'S DONGES BAY CLUBHOUSE
ReplyDeleteHome of the Best Damn Fish Fry in Ozaukee County
7520 W. Donges Bay Road - MEQUON
8PM
UPCOMING SHOWS
March 15 - Gus' Mexican Cantina Adoption Services Fundraiser
March 16 - Liquid Johnny's
March 29 - Bosco's Social Club
April 6 - O'Keefe's House of Hamburg
April 13 - Nashotah Clubhouse - Save The Music Event
April 19 - Mamie's
April 27 - Nashotah Clubhouse
May 4 - Pillars Pub - With our friends, the Maple Road Blues Band
www.southendbluesband.com
3rd Annual Spring Tasting
ReplyDeleteFeaturing a variety of Craft and Micro Beers along with a select variety of wines
Friday, May 17th
The Boneyard Pub & Grille
N64 W23180 Main Street
Sussex, WI
6:00pm – 11:30pm
6pm – 9pm Tasting
8:30pm – 11:30pm live entertainment provided by
The UnXpected
Silent Auction & Raffle
Hors D’Oeuvres
$35 in advance
Contact Terri Schiedemeyer @ 246-8171 for tickets
Please make checks payable to: HABC
Must be at least 21 years old to attend
Boneyard Pub and Grille
N64 W23180 Main Street
Sussex, WI
6pm – 9pm Tasting
8:30pm – 11:30pm featuring
Live entertainment provided by
The UnXpected
Hello,
ReplyDeleteWe’ll be performing a mixture of rock, country and blues covers and originals.
Rocco's Bar and Hall
2860 S KK, Bay View, Wisconsin
Saturday, March 16th at Starting at 8:30 PM
We hope to see you there!
Mistick Krewe
Get your Irish on with your WAMI Nominated Blues Artist of the Year...................... SOUTH END BLUES BAND!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLiquid Johnny's
540 S. 76th Street - West Allis
9:30pm
Upcoming Shows
3/29 - Bosco's Social Club - Waukesha
4/6 - O'Keefe's House of Hamburg
4/13 - Nashotah Clubhouse - Save The Music Benefit
4/19 - Mamie's
4/27 - Nashotah Clubhouse
5/4 - Pillars Pub with Maple Road!!! - West Bend
Eric Diamond Solo Show at The Packing House This Friday
ReplyDeleteHappy Spring, everyone! Doesn't it just feel like spring out there? Uh huh...
It feels like forever since I've been at The Packing House by the airport... so I'm especially excited about this show! I will be performing my solo show for the first time at The Packing House this Friday starting at 6:30pm. Come on out, have a GREAT fish fry one last time before Easter, and stay for the music! My first slow, lounge-y, "Wait For Your Table To Be Called or Digest What You've Already Eaten" set will be chock full of new songs from both Neil Diamond and well as other artists... and that's where the fun begins! I have added many more tunes to my show that you haven't heard me do before... songs by Johnny Rivers, Warren Zevon, The Commodores, Bobby Darin, Marc Cohn and a host of other songs you thought you forgot. The Packing House is the place to be this Friday night!
"Ebert & Alper" at 88 Keys This Saturday
I am honored to once again share the stage with seasoned singer, entertainer & comedian Sherwood Alper this Saturday at 8:30pm at 88 Keys in downtown West Allis. Besides your usual dose of Neil, Sherwood will bring everything he's got, including your favorite 50s thru 70s songs, from Frank Sinatra to Paul Simon! You can sit, relax and have a few of their delicious martinis from their updated drink menu, or get up and shake what your mama gave ya! The choice is yours at 88 Keys.
Jim Dandy's in Oak Creek This Friday
ReplyDeleteYour last chance to grab a Lenten fish fry this Friday, I return once again to Jim Dandy's in Oak Creek to make your Good Friday even better! The Neil Diamond & Nostalgia Show starts at 8pm. It feels like months since I've been there... I hope to see YOU there!
Pillars Pub in West Bend This Saturday
Although I'm normally at Pillars Pub every three months, my good friends Pat and Annette have decided to take a chance and book me again two months in a row. This Saturday 3/30's show will be slightly different than past shows. Although still featuring your favorite Neil Diamond hits, there will be more of your favorite 60s, 70s & 80s tunes scattered throughout the sets. More new songs means more variety and dancin', drinkin' good times! Just don't party too hard... don't forget you have to face the family at Aunt Marge's on Sunday (and don't forget that you promised to bring the Calico Beans)!
Happy Easter, everybody! Think Spring!
YES! Come see your WAMI Nominee for Blues Artist of the Year
ReplyDeleteThe SOUTH END BLUES BAND at
Bosco's Social Club 260 W. Main Street Downtown Waukesha on
Friday March 29th at 9PM
Upcoming Shows
April 6 - O'Keefe's House of Hamburg
April 13 - Nashotah Clubhouse Save The Music - One Set 4PM
April 19 - Mamie's!
April 27 - Nashotah Clubhouse - Full Show
May 4 - Pillars Pub with Maple Road!
May 11 - Playoffs Pub
May 25 - Lyons Irish Pub - Watertown
My day job has put me way behind. I have a gig this Friday at Callanan's in West Allis. Percussionist Rich Reilly will join me. Saturday finds Writing on the Wall in DC at the Stone Harbor Resort in Sturgeon Bay...maybe Rich also. Take care, see you soon!
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Upcoming Shows/Events:
Apr 12, 2013 - Milwaukee, WI - Callanan's Parkway Pub - More info: http://fburls.com/20-osjNc518
Apr 13, 2013 - Sturgeon Bay, WI - Stone Harbor Resort - More info: http://fburls.com/79-uF1P0uXI
Apr 19, 2013 - Sturgeon Bay, WI - Stone Harbor Resort - More info: http://fburls.com/57-shcEtAX4
Apr 26, 2013 - Wisconsin Rapids, WI - Hotel Mead - More info: http://fburls.com/58-gdAVevsJ
Apr 27, 2013 - West Bend, WI - Riverside Brewery - More info: http://fburls.com/79-dSZ7LO48
"Ebert & Alper" Returns to The Golden Mast This Friday
ReplyDeleteAlready a Golden Mast Lounge favorite, Sherwood Alper and I return to Okauchee Lake tomorrow night (4/12/13) for our blend of Neil Diamond classics, smooth standards n' rockin' nostalgic sounds from the 50s thru the 80s. The weather should be a little better, so come on out!
My Return to Shooters Sports Bar/On the Rock Restaurant with Watertown's Own VanEskes Band on Saturday!
I'm very excited about this one, folks, for two reasons: 1) It will be my second time at Shooters; 2) I get to perform alongside my good friend John Eske from the Ultimste Legends Band. Many of you know that John is also the singer and guitarist in another band, Watertown's own The Van Eskes! I've seen and met these guys several times; their vocal harmonies are awesome and are just a really fun band to see live. They do some great Beatles numbers along with a bunch of great rock n' roll and country from the 60s thru the 90s. Showtime is 8pm; the Van Eskes and I will be alternating throughout the night... and who knows? We may even do a couple of Mellencamp tunes together or something.
This event is mainly for a birthday party, but it's anything but private... so if you're in the area you have to stop in! Showtime is 8pm, but you might want to get there early as we anticipate a HUGE crowd.
Join us THIS SATURDAY at The NASHOTAH CLUBHOUSE
ReplyDelete5 Bands starting at Noon
The SOUTH END BLUES BAND goes on at 4PM for ONE HOT SET
$2 cover with all proceeds going to benefit the Lake Country Schools Music Programs
UPCOMING SHOWS
April 19 Mamies!
April 27 Nashotah Clubhouse - Full Show
May 4 Pillars Pub in West Bend with Maple Road!
May 11 Playoffs Pub Greenfield
May 25 Lyons Irish Pub Watertown
The UnXpected Band will be performing at Pistol Petes 16755 West Lisbon Road Brookfield WI 9-1.
ReplyDeleteThe UnXpected
ReplyDeleteParty Time!
April 20th 2013 Bridge Inn – Grafton, WI
9:00pm-1:00pm
1216 Bridge Street, Grafton, WI
May 17th 2013 Boneyard Pub & Grille - Sussex, WI
8:30pm-11:30pm - Doors open @ 6pm
HABC – 3rd Annual Spring Tasting – Micro Beers & Wines
Contact Terri Schiedemeyer @ 262-246-8171 for tickets - $35
MAMIE'S - 33rd and National
ReplyDeleteFRIDAY APRIL 19
9:30pm
Help make our debut at this Milwaukee Blues Treasure a Hit!
Upcoming Shows
April 27 - Nashotah Clubhouse
May 4 - PIllars Pub in West Bend with Maple Road!
May 11 - Playoffs Pub in Greenfield
May 25 - Lyons Irish Pub in Watertown
www.southendbluesband.com
WAMI Nominee Blues Artist of the Year
Eric Diamond
ReplyDeleteCentral House in Chilton This Friday... By Popular Demand!
We all had such a great time the last time at The Central House in Chilton that we just had to do it again. Please join me at 7:00pm at 321 E Main St for some great food and a fun and (hopefully) entertaining evening. Come early and have the best breaded mushrooms you will ever have... and for an interesting treat to tantalize your taste buds, try Bourbon/root beer pork chops. Would love to see all my friends from the Kiel, New Holstein, Fond du Lac, Oakfield and of course Chilton areas!
Another Fun-Filled Oak Creek High Alumni Show at Jim Dandy's...?
I hope so! Let's see if we can cram even MORE Oak Creek High School Alumni into Jim Dandy's than we did last time! The Neil & Nostalgia Show kicks off at 8900 S 27th St, Oak Creek at 8pm! Have a bite to eat, a couple of beers and let's hang...
Busy Week...
Had a busy week this week and therefore have not had a chance to update the website. Next week for sure!!!
Last Week at The Mast
Just wanted to let everyone know what an awesome time we had last Friday at the Golden Mast Restaurant... there was an energy, a "magic" in the room that I haven't felt there in months. Many faces I haven't seen in awhile, including Tom Pipines and his wife Sally... thanks for coming out and making it a great night, everyone!!! Also, a big thanks to Sherwood Alper for being there, putting on a great show and being a superb "partner in entertainment"!!!
Hello everyone,
ReplyDeleteSorry for the lateness of this email... it's been a rough week.
First, I want to thank EVERYONE for the votes and tremendous feedback on the Oak Creek Patch site! We are still in talks right now... stay tuned and I'll let you know what happens with the Oak Creek Summer Concert Series at the Community Center!
This Friday (um, that would be TONIGHT) I will be with my old friend and (relatively) new singing partner Sherwood Alper. We're still looking for a "name" for this act, but for right now, we call it "Ebert & Alper: The Neil & Nostalgia Show". Join us as we sip martinis and wax nostalgic over all the great songs from the 50s thru the 80s and the Neil Diamond songs you know and love. Showtime is 8:30pm, on the corner of 72nd and Greenfield Avenue in beautiful downtown West Allis!
Then tomorrow night (Saturday 5/4), I will be back at The Press Box in Fond du Lac (251 Forest Ave) for what I am sure is going to be another amazing night. Every time I'm there, the crowd gets bigger, and cooler, and so much more fun than the time before... at this point, I'm not even sure if we've been adhering to their Occupancy Code... which just gives you an idea of what a great time this place is. Showtime is 8pm!!!
Don't forget, next week in Two Rivers... The Ultimate Legends Show!!! Schedule attached.
See you soon!!!!!
Eric
The Packing House Friday
ReplyDeleteIt's been awhile, and I've missed it. Sherwood Alper and I once again bring our "Ebert & Alper: Neil & Nostalgia Show" to the Packing House this Friday 5/24. Come hang with Dawn & Rich, two of the best bartenders on the planet, as Sherwood and I serenade you with the best hits of the 50s thru the 80s. And if there's a Neil song you haven't heard in awhile, don't be afraid to request it! The Lounge Show starts at 6:30, with dancing and frivolity to follow.
Sorry, Oak Creek...
Due to circumstances beyond my control, my previous email announcing our appearance at The Oak Creek Community Center's Summer Concert Series has to be rescinded. Unfortunately for The Ultimate Legends Band and Oak Creek festival goers (but hopefully lucky for those folks in Tomahawk, WI), July 24th was a date I already had booked, and my excitement over landing the OC show apparently overrode my ability to check the date first. With a very tightly run schedule, the Community Center was sadly unable to offer a different date. But don't miss the festival anyway, occurring on Wednesday nights in the summer... with such big name acts as Eddie Butts and Pat McCurdy, it's BOUND to be a blast!!!!! (Read the full article here, which includes a very gracious nod to yours truly.)
Heard of "Fat Elvis"? Meet "Fat Neil"...
So... I've always been interested in nutrition, natural remedies and how different fruits, vegetables and herbs can affect the human body... but sometimes, my love for cheeseburgers, pizza and anything deep fried combats those interests & beliefs. While I'm not looking for compliments, since January I have lost approximately 25 pounds and I'm slowly traveling the road to becoming more healthy.
Why am I bringing this up? Because back in January, a promoter named Jeff said something that pushed me over the edge and finally made me realize that I needed to get myself together. The two links below are from the Weston, WI show where that conversation occurred. While I am not proud of the way I looked that evening, it was a great show with the Ultimate Legends Band, and a pretty cool looking video, that deserves to be seen by the folks that were not there. I hope you enjoy the videos.
Brother Love (I started singing in the back of the room, which the cameraman didn't catch)
Thank the Lord for the Nighttime
Happy Memorial Day
Folks... while you're nursing a beer and grillin' up your brats and your dogs this weekend... please take a moment to think of all of the people -- friends, family, family of friends, loyal patriots that you've never even met -- that have fought to keep this country free. It's not about the "Off Day"... it's about those that constantly fight to defend our freedom. And of course... please keep everyone in Oklahoma City in your hearts.
"Free... only want to be free...
We huddle close... hang on to a dream..."
- Neil Diamond, "America"
Jim Dandy's Saturday
I apologize to all the other locations where I perform in Milwaukee County but, when I'm in town, Jim Dandy's has become the place to be!!! The crowds there have been growing exponentially, and everyone has been so friendly, and awesome, and welcoming... please come out, enjoy a great dinner (ribs, anyone?) and hang with me and my Neil & Nostalgia Show! Show starts at 8pm.
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