Anyone remember any of the old bars on Main Street when it was a happening strip?
The Stables or the Trade Winds?
I remember the Stables but was only there once. I don't remember who was playing but they had a crowd. I'm thinking it was sometime in the late 60's or early 70's that I was there. The guy tending bar was a guy I had worked with in Muncie and I'm thinking his name was Al.
the Stables was the hopping place in Anderson for a long time until the cool place to be shifted to the Depot which then shifted to the San Franciso
There used to be a lot of hoppin' bars in town. I remember one that wasn't on Main St. but I was there a couple of times and it was standing room only. Don't remember the name of it but it was in the basement of what is now Wing On on Scatterfield by the mall.
Edited 'cause I just realized I put not instead of now...duh
We sent a kid into almost everyone of those old bars one night, seeing if they would serve him. It's a wonder he didn't get killed. The Trade Winds was one of those.
Speaking of old bars does anyone remember these bands?
http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y286/deerladie/videos/?action=view¤t=RareForm.flv
http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y286/deerladie/videos/?action=view¤t=TSbandclip.flv
http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y286/deerladie/videos/?action=view¤t=DSMOPlaneJane.flv
My favorite out of the 3 was the last one. They played a bunch of really goooood songs and the drummer was top notch.
Gosh, so many of the players look familiar....can you put some names to their faces?
Also, I got only video, no audio when I viewed the clips.
Thanks!
Oh, and I think the basement bar was called the Kowloon, iirc.
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on November 20, 2008, 10:39:37 AM
Gosh, so many of the players look familiar....can you put some names to their faces?
Also, I got only video, no audio when I viewed the clips.
Thanks!
Oh, and I think the basement bar was called the Kowloon, iirc.
Bingo....thats it. I've been trying to remember that for quite sometime.
You might try watching it in IE if you're using Firefox. For some reason there are some Youtube videos I can't get to play in Firefox but they're fine in IE.
Which video did you want the names on?
Just tried them from the link here in Firefox and they all worked and had sound.
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on November 20, 2008, 10:39:37 AM
Gosh, so many of the players look familiar....can you put some names to their faces?
Also, I got only video, no audio when I viewed the clips.
Thanks!
Oh, and I think the basement bar was called the Kowloon, iirc.
That place was originally the Rathskeller. It became the Kowloon later on.
Quote from: Mr442 on October 08, 2008, 02:36:28 PM
We sent a kid into almost everyone of those old bars one night, seeing if they would serve him. It's a wonder he didn't get killed. The Trade Winds was one of those.
He should have tried the Caboose. I used to get carry out there way back when I was sixteen. :biggrin:
Quote from: me on November 17, 2008, 10:01:10 PM
Speaking of old bars does anyone remember these bands?
http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y286/deerladie/videos/?action=view¤t=RareForm.flv
http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y286/deerladie/videos/?action=view¤t=TSbandclip.flv
http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y286/deerladie/videos/?action=view¤t=DSMOPlaneJane.flv
My favorite out of the 3 was the last one. They played a bunch of really goooood songs and the drummer was top notch.
I recognize two of the three. Rare Form doesn't ring a bell.
Quote from: Da Wham on November 21, 2008, 10:19:06 PM
I recognize two of the three. Rare Form doesn't ring a bell.
They weren't around too long I don't think.
Anyone remember all the transformations of the San Francisco?
The next one was the Interurban if I remember right. Next one?
Now isn't that pathetic? I know it was something between Interurban and Jamz but I can't think of it. What's bad is I used to go up there all the time. Sure hope someone comes up with it soon 'cause that's gonna drive me nuts.
Quote from: me on December 04, 2008, 10:56:44 PM
Now isn't that pathetic? I know it was something between Interurban and Jamz but I can't think of it. What's bad is I used to go up there all the time. Sure hope someone comes up with it soon 'cause that's gonna drive me nuts.
Elliot's, I think.
Let's see...I came on the music scene in Anderson in the early 80's. Da Wham is MUCH older than I, lol!
I remember playing at the VIP lounge on 53rd street before it became a strip club.
And the "Thunderdome", er, I mean the "Char-Lu" near downtown. I played there many, many times. At least one weekend a month for a year, I think it was. For awhile it was THE music club in Anderson.
Does anyone remember the short-lived jazz and BBQ club that was downtown? I played there once or twice with Rudy Turner.
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on December 05, 2008, 09:48:08 AM
Elliot's, I think.
Let's see...I came on the music scene in Anderson in the early 80's. Da Wham is MUCH older than I, lol!
I remember playing at the VIP lounge on 53rd street before it became a strip club.
And the "Thunderdome", er, I mean the "Char-Lu" near downtown. I played there many, many times. At least one weekend a month for a year, I think it was. For awhile it was THE music club in Anderson.
Does anyone remember the short-lived jazz and BBQ club that was downtown? I played there once or twice with Rudy Turner.
When I think of the Char-Lu in the 80's....I think of the Daugherty Brothers Band or Nuthin Fancy....
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on December 05, 2008, 09:48:08 AM
Elliot's, I think.
Let's see...I came on the music scene in Anderson in the early 80's. Da Wham is MUCH older than I, lol!
I remember playing at the VIP lounge on 53rd street before it became a strip club.
And the "Thunderdome", er, I mean the "Char-Lu" near downtown. I played there many, many times. At least one weekend a month for a year, I think it was. For awhile it was THE music club in Anderson.
Does anyone remember the short-lived jazz and BBQ club that was downtown? I played there once or twice with Rudy Turner.
Elliot's.....yep that's it.... :yes: I'm sure glad you came up with it 'cause I woke up this morning trying to remember....lol
I've got a 45 Rudy recorded a long time ago. I never seen him play though.
Quote from: Henry Hawk on December 05, 2008, 10:10:11 AM
When I think of the Char-Lu in the 80's....I think of the Daugherty Brothers Band or Nuthin Fancy....
I played in a band called "Nightwind". We had a singer, keys, two guitars, drums, and bass (me). A pretty big bar band by today's standards. You might know Jeff Martin or Tom Evans, both of whom were in that bad at one time or another.
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on December 05, 2008, 11:25:47 AM
I played in a band called "Nightwind". We had a singer, keys, two guitars, drums, and bass (me). A pretty big bar band by today's standards. You might know Jeff Martin or Tom Evans, both of whom were in that bad at one time or another.
Anybody know whatever happened to Tom?
Anyone remember this band?
http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y286/deerladie/videos/?action=view¤t=PinkHousesRobinDollarJan1693.flv
Quote from: me on December 23, 2008, 10:15:47 AM
Anyone remember this band?
http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y286/deerladie/videos/?action=view¤t=PinkHousesRobinDollarJan1693.flv
I always really liked Robin. I'm not sure who the bass player or drummer were, but that's Mike Eustler (sp?) on lead guitar in the video.
Gee, I haven't heard Robin or even OF Robin for a couple of years now. I hope she is doing well. Ditto Mike E.
Lessee...Tom Evans. He either ripped-off and/or pissed-off most of the musicians in the Anderson/Madison county area over the years.
A couple of years ago I was approached by some mutual friends to play some kind of concert at the city auditorium with/for Tom.
I declined. Too much bad blood, even if he has "got religion" now.
Quote from: me on December 05, 2008, 10:13:30 AM
Elliot's.....yep that's it.... :yes: I'm sure glad you came up with it 'cause I woke up this morning trying to remember....lol
I've got a 45 Rudy recorded a long time ago. I never seen him play though.
Oh yeah, Rudy!
I met Rudy Turner at Music Today (it might still have been Joe's, even). I was just a guy who wandered in to check out bass guitars that he couldn't afford. Rudy was sitting on an amp jamming on a guitar like nobody's business, lol! I was astounded at what he could do. It was so different from the R'n'R I was used to hearing.
We talked for a minute, and introduced ourselves. He then had me get a bass down off of the wall, plug in, and jam with him.
Of course I SUCKED, lol!
But he was patient and showed me what he wanted me to play, and he jammed over top of my bass lines.
That started a musical friendship that lasted until he moved out of town. For the next year I would go to his house once or twice a week and he would teach me to not just play music, but to FEEL music. He taught me how to "create a conversation" with my instrument. He got me away from using picks and just using my fingers to play the bass (much more expressive), and how volume is another tool of musical expression.
Btw, Rudy could not read music! He was by far the best "ear player" that I ever heard, though.
I even played a few gigs with him, and made a recording (I still have a copy on cassette).
I owe a lot to Rudy Turner and I miss him greatly.
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on December 26, 2008, 11:42:02 AM
I always really liked Robin. I'm not sure who the bass player or drummer were, but that's Mike Eustler (sp?) on lead guitar in the video.
Gee, I haven't heard Robin or even OF Robin for a couple of years now. I hope she is doing well. Ditto Mike E.
Lessee...Tom Evans. He either ripped-off and/or pissed-off most of the musicians in the Anderson/Madison county area over the years.
A couple of years ago I was approached by some mutual friends to play some kind of concert at the city auditorium with/for Tom.
I declined. Too much bad blood, even if he has "got religion" now.
The bass player is Dennis Sharp, he lives in Muncie last I heard, and the drummer is Chuck Luyet who passed away a few years ago.
I wish I had gotten Robin and Amber singing together on video but never did. I really enjoyed it when they sang together. Both she and Amber have moved out of state unfortunately. :( Robin is doing well though, I hear from her occasionally.
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on December 26, 2008, 11:54:17 AM
Oh yeah, Rudy!
I met Rudy Turner at Music Today (it might still have been Joe's, even). I was just a guy who wandered in to check out bass guitars that he couldn't afford. Rudy was sitting on an amp jamming on a guitar like nobody's business, lol! I was astounded at what he could do. It was so different from the R'n'R I was used to hearing.
We talked for a minute, and introduced ourselves. He then had me get a bass down off of the wall, plug in, and jam with him.
Of course I SUCKED, lol!
But he was patient and showed me what he wanted me to play, and he jammed over top of my bass lines.
That started a musical friendship that lasted until he moved out of town. For the next year I would go to his house once or twice a week and he would teach me to not just play music, but to FEEL music. He taught me how to "create a conversation" with my instrument. He got me away from using picks and just using my fingers to play the bass (much more expressive), and how volume is another tool of musical expression.
Btw, Rudy could not read music! He was by far the best "ear player" that I ever heard, though.
I even played a few gigs with him, and made a recording (I still have a copy on cassette).
I owe a lot to Rudy Turner and I miss him greatly.
I went to Rudy's house with his sister one time and he got his guitar out and played. His sister sang Proud Mary and she did it every bit as good as Tina Turner but to my knowledge she never did anything other than sing at home and she and I were friends for quite a few years before she passed away. It was shortly before he moved out of town so never got to hear him with a band.
Quote from: me on December 26, 2008, 12:09:26 PM
The bass player is Dennis Sharp, he lives in Muncie last I heard, and the drummer is Chuck Luyet who passed away a few years ago.
I wish I had gotten Robin and Amber singing together on video but never did. I really enjoyed it when they sang together. Both she and Amber have moved out of state unfortunately. :( Robin is doing well though, I hear from her occasionally.
That's right! It was Dennis Sharp! I know/knew him. Haven't seen him in years.
I think Wham and I jammed with Chuck once or twice.
Quote from: me on December 26, 2008, 12:14:43 PM
I went to Rudy's house with his sister one time and he got his guitar out and played. His sister sang Proud Mary and she did it every bit as good as Tina Turner but to my knowledge she never did anything other than sing at home and she and I were friends for quite a few years before she passed away. It was shortly before he moved out of town so never got to hear him with a band.
I didn't know she had passed away. I am sorry to hear that. She would join Rudy and I occasionally when we jammed at his house.
She could REALLY sing! The version of "Summertime" that I perform now is the version that she would sing with Rudy and me. Real smoky, minor-bluesy, style.
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on December 26, 2008, 12:51:10 PM
I didn't know she had passed away. I am sorry to hear that. She would join Rudy and I occasionally when we jammed at his house.
She could REALLY sing! The version of "Summertime" that I perform now is the version that she would sing with Rudy and me. Real smoky, minor-bluesy, style.
Betty and I were good friends and I really miss her. She has been gone for about 13yrs or so now. :'(
Quote from: me on December 26, 2008, 12:59:43 PM
Betty and I were good friends and I really miss her. She has been gone for about 13yrs or so now. :'(
Very sad to find that out. Any idea how to get in touch with Rudy?
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on December 29, 2008, 01:56:00 PM
Very sad to find that out. Any idea how to get in touch with Rudy?
No idea at all. I was in touch with one of his niece's for a while but haven't even seen her in forever. Wonder if he has a Myspace page.
Hey Jaco look what I found http://www.rudyturnerjazz.com/ :biggrin:
Hey! Cool! Thanks!
I was just about to go look on MySpace.
He wasn't on Myspace so I googled his name.
PETES CRYSTAL BAR,SARATOGA, 4 CORNERS I CANT THINK OF NAME ON SAN FRAN OR WHATEVER BUT SURE DO REMEMBER SOME GOOD TIMES. ESP. SEEING PLATTERS SHOW. I ALSO LIKE ALLIGATORS BROS. IN LATE 90'S
I had forgotten all about the Alligator Bros. Carl Story lives in Texas now.
BACK IN 60 AT STABLES AND UNION HALL THE #I BAND WAS GROUP FROM MARION CALLED UNTOUCHABLES.
CHAR LU ANY BODY REMEMBER SEEING CHUBBY CHECKER THERE. I WAS HIS CHAUFFEUR. I PICKED HIM UP AND DROPPED HIM OFF AT HOLIDAY INN. HE WAS VERY OPEN AND NICE GUY.
Remember when it was Wendy's? Played there then and also when it was the Char-Lu. The band I was in made her the money to build that addition.
Quote from: me on December 23, 2008, 10:15:47 AM
Anyone remember this band?
http://s7.photobucket.com/albums/y286/deerladie/videos/?action=view¤t=PinkHousesRobinDollarJan1693.flv
LOL! Yup! :biggrin:
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on December 26, 2008, 11:42:02 AM
I always really liked Robin. I'm not sure who the bass player or drummer were, but that's Mike Eustler (sp?) on lead guitar in the video.
Gee, I haven't heard Robin or even OF Robin for a couple of years now. I hope she is doing well. Ditto Mike E.
Lessee...Tom Evans. He either ripped-off and/or pissed-off most of the musicians in the Anderson/Madison county area over the years.
A couple of years ago I was approached by some mutual friends to play some kind of concert at the city auditorium with/for Tom.
I declined. Too much bad blood, even if he has "got religion" now.
Robin moved to Alaska and was supposed to be in town over christmas again this year but just like last year she never showed. Last time I saw Mike he was the same as ever and you know what that means. I haven't heard anything about Tom for years now.
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on December 05, 2008, 09:48:08 AM
Elliot's, I think.
Let's see...I came on the music scene in Anderson in the early 80's. Da Wham is MUCH older than I, lol!
I remember playing at the VIP lounge on 53rd street before it became a strip club.
And the "Thunderdome", er, I mean the "Char-Lu" near downtown. I played there many, many times. At least one weekend a month for a year, I think it was. For awhile it was THE music club in Anderson.
Does anyone remember the short-lived jazz and BBQ club that was downtown? I played there once or twice with Rudy Turner.
:razz:
Yeah played at the VIP long before it became a strip club, back when Nancy IIRC was managing the place for the guy that owned Anderson Wrecker IIRC. Played at the Char-Lu before it was the Char-Lu. It was Wendy's back then. That BBQ, wasn't it in the old Downtown Scrounge.....er....Lounge bar? Rudy's also and old friend of mine.
Quote from: bats1932 on December 30, 2008, 11:11:37 AM
BACK IN 60 AT STABLES AND UNION HALL THE #I BAND WAS GROUP FROM MARION CALLED UNTOUCHABLES.
Was John DeHart the bass player?
Quote from: Henry Hawk on December 05, 2008, 10:10:11 AM
When I think of the Char-Lu in the 80's....I think of the Daugherty Brothers Band or Nuthin Fancy....
Know both of those band and the members. Still see Dan, Steve, and Rick. We all played at the Rebound Lounge out on Moss Island road and Cross.
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on December 26, 2008, 11:54:17 AM
Oh yeah, Rudy!
I met Rudy Turner at Music Today (it might still have been Joe's, even). I was just a guy who wandered in to check out bass guitars that he couldn't afford. Rudy was sitting on an amp jamming on a guitar like nobody's business, lol! I was astounded at what he could do. It was so different from the R'n'R I was used to hearing.
We talked for a minute, and introduced ourselves. He then had me get a bass down off of the wall, plug in, and jam with him.
Of course I SUCKED, lol!
But he was patient and showed me what he wanted me to play, and he jammed over top of my bass lines.
That started a musical friendship that lasted until he moved out of town. For the next year I would go to his house once or twice a week and he would teach me to not just play music, but to FEEL music. He taught me how to "create a conversation" with my instrument. He got me away from using picks and just using my fingers to play the bass (much more expressive), and how volume is another tool of musical expression.
Btw, Rudy could not read music! He was by far the best "ear player" that I ever heard, though.
I even played a few gigs with him, and made a recording (I still have a copy on cassette).
I owe a lot to Rudy Turner and I miss him greatly.
Haven't seen Rudy in years. Me and Rudy used to hang out at the pawn shop and jam. Back before it moved to 10th street. It was on the corner of Meridian and 14th. It moved there after the owner had been shot and killed in 66 or 67 at the old location further up that block. I used to hang out at that original location way back when I was in high school. Got my first guitar from the original location and my second one after they moved down the block.
You know a student of Rudy's named Frank Steans?
I REMEMBER WENDYS WELL. FREDRICKS WAS THEIR LAST NAME? SHE MOVED TO ALEX AND WON THE LOTTERY IF I REMEMBER RIGHT?
Quote from: Da Wham on December 31, 2008, 04:52:48 PM
Haven't seen Rudy in years. Me and Rudy used to hang out at the pawn shop and jam. Back before it moved to 10th street. It was on the corner of Meridian and 14th. It moved there after the owner had been shot and killed in 66 or 67 at the old location further up that block. I used to hang out at that original location way back when I was in high school. Got my first guitar from the original location and my second one after they moved down the block.
You know a student of Rudy's named Frank Steans?
No, I do not recall a Frank Steans, sorry.
I remember when the pawn shop owner was shot. I had an uncle who served on the jury for the trial.
John DeHart. I knew him when he was playing with Dan Monday at Bud and Joe's every week. I always called him "Bad Attitude John", 'cause he always seemed pissed-off, lol!
Naw, the BBQ place was on the other side of he street. I wish I could remember it's name....it was a Jazz club that also served up great ribs. Owned by a well-know older black gentleman in the community....damn this "getting old"! I'm suffering from CRS: Can't Remember Stuff".
Quote from: bats1932 on January 01, 2009, 09:17:25 AM
I REMEMBER WENDYS WELL. FREDRICKS WAS THEIR LAST NAME? SHE MOVED TO ALEX AND WON THE LOTTERY IF I REMEMBER RIGHT?
Don't know. Knew they sold it and left town but didn't know where.
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on January 02, 2009, 10:25:36 AM
No, I do not recall a Frank Steans, sorry.
I remember when the pawn shop owner was shot. I had an uncle who served on the jury for the trial.
John DeHart. I knew him when he was playing with Dan Monday at Bud and Joe's every week. I always called him "Bad Attitude John", 'cause he always seemed pissed-off, lol!
Naw, the BBQ place was on the other side of he street. I wish I could remember it's name....it was a Jazz club that also served up great ribs. Owned by a well-know older black gentleman in the community....damn this "getting old"! I'm suffering from CRS: Can't Remember Stuff".
Frank still plays old school jazz guitar down in Indy. Been on Channel 20 when they used to do shows from the Jazz Kitchen. His wife or ex-wife used to work with mine down in Fishers.
The old pawn shop owner was a great old guy. I hung out there a lot when I first became interested in music. I'll tell you a funny story about me and that place next time I see you. :biggrin:
That's John all right! I played with him and that damn drum machine at B&J's when he and Danny would be on the outs. Knew Danny Mundy and his sisters forever. Went to his funeral.
You sure it was on the East side of the street? IIRC that parking garage and parking lot have been there since urban renewal ruined Anderson.
I can't remember his name either........LOL!
bump
GoJ?
Yes???
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on January 15, 2009, 01:49:22 PM
Yes???
Quote from: Da Wham on January 02, 2009, 02:27:37 PM
You sure it was on the East side of the street? IIRC that parking garage and parking lot have been there since urban renewal ruined Anderson.
I can't remember his name either........LOL!
:biggrin:
Ummm...yeah, I'm pretty sure....Maybe where the Chinese place is now, or near there?
That's right! It was there in the 1300 block of Meridian not down by the old Downtown Lounge. Still don't remember who was running it.
Remember the piano bar in the old Shamrock?
Didn't some piano player named Macel have that gig for, oh, thirty years or so?
Quote from: Ghost of Jaco on January 15, 2009, 02:19:11 PM
Didn't some piano player named Macel have that gig for, oh, thirty years or so?
Not quite that long. She was also at the Spa. Remember that one?
Quote from: Da Wham on January 15, 2009, 02:33:04 PM
Not quite that long. She was also at the Spa. Remember that one?
She's at the Shriner's on Friday's now.
Quote from: me on January 15, 2009, 02:33:47 PM
She's at the Shriner's on Friday's now.
I haven't been out there to see her and I probably should. I used to stop in and see her at the Shamrock and the Spa. She and I have known each other a long time.
As soon as the weather allows I'm we're taking mom to hear her. Mom really enjoys not only listening to Macel but also enjoys the food.
I've heard the rumor recently that JR is talking about shutting down Kroakerheads. If he does, the last of the downtown bars will be gone. The Meridian Street Bar & Grill closed at the end of last year. Only the Eagles and Knights of Columbus lodges will be left, and both of them have been struggling for years. Sad.
I'm hoping the Eagle's is doing a turn around. Seems to be more people going now and they're actually doing things to help generate income. They have started serving meals again and are having both bands and DJ's.
Quote from: me on June 04, 2011, 03:39:28 PM
I'm hoping the Eagle's is doing a turn around. Seems to be more people going now and they're actually doing things to help generate income. They have started serving meals again and are having both bands and DJ's.
Went to the Eagles once to see the Glen Miller band. Good music. This has be many years ago and the inside of the building seem awfully ran down. Also it was hard to find a parking place. I hope they survive, but they sure have a hard hill to climb. I'll bet they will have to move if they haven't already.
Quote from: The Troll on June 06, 2011, 05:25:06 AM
Went to the Eagles once to see the Glen Miller band. Good music. This has be many years ago and the inside of the building seem awfully ran down. Also it was hard to find a parking place. I hope they survive, but they sure have a hard hill to climb. I'll bet they will have to move if they haven't already.
Don't know where it was when you went but it's on Meridian now and not all that bad inside. There is plenty of parking in the lot behind them off of Jackson that used to belong to McDonald's which has moved across the street.
Quote from: me on June 06, 2011, 10:25:46 AM
Don't know where it was when you went but it's on Meridian now and not all that bad inside. There is plenty of parking in the lot behind them off of Jackson that used to belong to McDonald's which has moved across the street.
Like I said it was years ago and all of the stores and lots were full of business. Maybe it was the lighting and the high ceiling's. I know they had a large crowd and we had a good time. :smile:
Quote from: The Troll on June 06, 2011, 06:25:55 PM
Like I said it was years ago and all of the stores and lots were full of business. Maybe it was the lighting and the high ceiling's. I know they had a large crowd and we had a good time. :smile:
You were probably in the upstairs which is closed now. I've heard it used to be a real nice place and there are a lot of things still up there. All that's open now are the main and lower floors.
Quote from: me on June 06, 2011, 06:47:09 PM
You were probably in the upstairs which is closed now. I've heard it used to be a real nice place and there are a lot of things still up there. All that's open now are the main and lower floors.
After thinking about it, I think we walk up a large staircase. The room was very large.
Quote from: The Troll on June 06, 2011, 11:42:24 PM
After thinking about it, I think we walk up a large staircase. The room was very large.
That was the ball room. Hubby was up there a long time ago and says it is fascinating.
Quote from: me on June 07, 2011, 03:30:10 AM
That was the ball room. Hubby was up there a long time ago and says it is fascinating.
"ME" did you ever go to the Shamrock, The Caboose, Kayedid, the Stables and one of the best places to go was the UAW Local 662 Club out on the by-pass. But I know you never went there for the live music. :biggrin:
Quote from: The Troll on June 08, 2011, 07:17:18 PM
"ME" did you ever go to the Shamrock, The Caboose, Kayedid, the Stables and one of the best places to go was the UAW Local 662 Club out on the by-pass. But I know you never went there for the live music. :biggrin:
I was at the Stables once with my ex and some friends from Muncie but I don't remember who was playing. Never was in the Samrock or the union club though. Was in the Caboose in the 90's 'cause some friends played there quite a bit. I didn't move to Anderson until the mid 60's.
Quote from: The Troll on June 06, 2011, 11:42:24 PM
After thinking about it, I think we walk up a large staircase. The room was very large.
Quote from: me on June 07, 2011, 03:30:10 AM
That was the ball room. Hubby was up there a long time ago and says it is fascinating.
The upstairs ballroom has been closed for a long time. The last time your old man and I were up there it was a disaster.
Quote from: The Troll on June 08, 2011, 07:17:18 PM
"ME" did you ever go to the Shamrock, The Caboose, Kayedid, the Stables and one of the best places to go was the UAW Local 662 Club out on the by-pass. But I know you never went there for the live music. :biggrin:
The Katydid! Thanks Troll, that was one of the downtown bars I had been trying to remember.
How about the Saratoga and the Trade Winds or Jim Manley's Big 4? :biggrin:
Quote from: me on June 09, 2011, 01:30:26 AM
I was at the Stables once with my ex and some friends from Muncie but I don't remember who was playing. Never was in the Samrock or the union club though. Was in the Caboose in the 90's 'cause some friends played there quite a bit. I didn't move to Anderson until the mid 60's.
The Stables was a hopping place back in the day. I was first in the Caboose way back when it was a railroadmen's dive. One of the places you could get carry out at 16. :biggrin:
Quote from: Da Wham on June 17, 2011, 09:58:35 PM
The upstairs ballroom has been closed for a long time. The last time your old man and I were up there it was a disaster.
A fascinating disaster though from what I understand.
Quote from: Da Wham on June 17, 2011, 10:04:35 PM
The Stables was a hopping place back in the day. I was first in the Caboose way back when it was a railroadmen's dive. One of the places you could get carry out at 16. :biggrin:
I know you could get a drink if you were underage there. I started going there when I was 19. One night I walk in and my bartender said, you look happy to night. I said I was, I turned 21 today. Well, I was wonder how old you were and he laughed. Good times in Anderson. :wink: :biggrin:
I don't remember Jim Manley's Big 4. Where was it at, I thought I covered every bar in Anderson. Even the Cedar Lounge, that was not a place where white boys go. Thank goodness I was with a black friend. :yes: :yes: :wink: :smile:
Quote from: me on June 17, 2011, 10:17:23 PM
A fascinating disaster though from what I understand.
I have a book on Anderson jazz that has pictures of it in it's prime. It was a showcase.
Quote from: The Troll on July 07, 2011, 06:28:40 PM
I know you could get a drink if you were underage there. I started going there when I was 19. One night I walk in and my bartender said, you look happy to night. I said I was, I turned 21 today. Well, I was wonder how old you were and he laughed. Good times in Anderson. :wink: :biggrin:
I don't remember Jim Manley's Big 4. Where was it at, I thought I covered every bar in Anderson. Even the Cedar Lounge, that was not a place where white boys go. Thank goodness I was with a black friend. :yes: :yes: :wink: :smile:
The Big 4 was the northern part of the same building the Caboose was in. It was the backside of the Caboose and wound up being the Full Moon and finally Pelletrino's. The Big 4 was where the Democrat's held their Rooster club meetings which fell by the wayside after Jim Manley died. He also owned the Catholic religious store on Fletcher between 12th and 13th, the Notre Dame Bookshelf. I don't know if his daughter still runs it or if it's even still open.
I should remember where the Cedar Lounge was but I can't recall right off the top of my head. I'm pretty sure I was in it at one time or another since I used to carouse all the Westside bars at one time or another. :biggrin: I used to go play at an after hours joint called Sonny Rays on w 19th just West of Madison.
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Anyone remember Johnny Paycheck or George Jones playing the Third Base way back in the day?
Quote from: Da Wham on July 15, 2011, 05:35:10 PM
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Anyone remember Johnny Paycheck or George Jones playing the Third Base way back in the day?
I can't speak to the "Third Base", but I recall both artists.