Wilbert's Food & Music
812 Huron Avenue E.
Cleveland, Ohio 44115
216.902.4663
All shows are all ages.Weekend shows (Fri.&Sat.) start at 9:00 p.m. and weekday shows start at 8:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted, with doors 2 hours before show time.
Dinner reservations are suggested. You can make them by calling 216 902 4663. Please, leave a message with your phone #, and we'll call you back with a reservation conformation, or better yet,-you can e-mail us at
Delta Zeta Formal → Thank you so much for all of your services on Saturday night. Everyone had a blast and said the food was amazing!! This was the perfect place to have our fall formal. Everything you have done is greatly appreciated. Hopefully we can hold another event there soon. I will definitely keep in touch with you
Tröegs HopBack Amber
Brilliant amber with a 1/2 finger of khaki head. While small, it displays excellent retention and lacing.
Citrus and herbal hops, a slight yeast fruitiness, and a backbone of continental malt.
Caramel and bready malt with citrus up front and herbal hops in the back. Very well balanced. Sweet but clean.
A touch heavier than medium, lower than normal carbonation, which I enjoy.
A great example of a balanced and easy drinking american ale that is still flavorful and complex.
Paulaner
Oktoberfest-Märzen
Nose has malts, mostly light lager sweet malts but hints of reddish malts, little toasty and touch of caramel, some light lager fruits, and nice wafting bright malts.
Stoudts Oktoberfest
The aroma is very sweet. Sweet, bready malts, hint toffee.The taste is sweet & malt forward. Toasty bread like malt
Samuel Adams Octoberfest
Light and crisp, with a rich malt character strongly profiled, and highlighted by some light spicing and a smokey.
Great Lakes
Christmas Ale
this is the best Christmas ale I've ever had. Well done.
Yuengling Black & Tan
Starts off with some toffee, caramel, and roasted malt flavors along with a hint of chocolate, then gradually transitions to a more bready pale lager flavor, with just a slight hint of hoppiness.
Great Lakes Nosferatu
1 finger white head with a tiny hint of red in it and the body is light red with an orange tint.
Big sweet malts like caramel and and some spice. Very sweet with a slight hop bite.
90 Minute IPA By Dogfish
Sweet, bready, and caramel malts pair with citrus, grassy, and pine hops to create a very well-balanced.
Smuttynose Big A IPA
Very tasty and strong, but for a double ipa, very very nicely balanced
Stone IPA
Light crisp opening that is a bit indistinct, but quickly moves onto a light maltiness that is crisp
Old Speckled Hen
An English Cream Ale
Young's Double Chocolate Stout
The taste is a mix of Hershey/milk chocolate, roasted grain, light bitter coffee roast, and vanilla
Guinness A classic. Mainly roasted malt, with a touch of cream and milk to it
Victory Prima Pils Clean and bright, scents of fresh cut grass and lemon, with an atypical hint of hops.
Labatt Blue Smells like Canada . ha... East Hastings , maybe. smells of corn, weird hops. malty, boozy aroma.
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The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller buildings but shorter tempers, wider freeways,but narrower viewpoints. We spend more, but have less. We buy more, but enjoy less.
We have bigger houses and smaller families, more conveniences, but less time. We have more degrees but less sense, more knowledge, but less judgment, more experts, yet more problems, more medicine, but less wellness.
We drink too much, smoke too much, spend too recklessly, laugh too little,drive too fast, get too angry, stay up too late, get up too tired, read too little, watch TV too much, and pray too seldom. We have multiplied our possessions, but reduced our values. We talk too much, love too seldom, and hate too often. We've learned how to make a living, but not a life. We've added years to life not life to years.
We've been all the way to the moon and back, but have trouble crossing the street to meet a new neighbor. We conquered outer space but not inner space.
We've done larger things, but not better things. We've cleaned up the air, but polluted the soul. We've conquered the atom, but not our prejudice.
We write more, but learn less. We plan more, but accomplish less. We've learned to rush, but not to wait. We build more computers to hold more information, to produce more copies than ever, but we communicate less and less.
These are the times of fast foods and slow digestion, big men and small character, steep profits and shallow relationships. These are the days of two incomes but more divorce, fancier houses, but broken homes.
These are days of quick trips, disposable diapers, throwaway orality, one night stands, overweight bodies, and pills that do everything from cheer, to quiet, to kill.
It is a time when there is much in the showroom window and nothing in the stockroom. A time when technology can bring this letter to you, and a time when you can choose either to share this insight, or to just hit 'delete'.
Remember, spend some time with your loved ones, because they are not going to be around forever.
Remember, say a kind word to someone, who looks up to you in awe, because that little person soon will grow up and leave your side. Remember, to give a warm hug to the one next to you, because that is the only treasure you can give with your heart and it doesn't cost a cent.
Remember, to say, "I love you" to your partner and your loved ones, but most of all mean it. A kiss and an embrace will mend hurt when it comes from deep inside of you.Remember to hold hands and cherish the moment for someday that person will not be there again.
Give time to love, give time to speak and give time to share the precious thoughts in your mind.
A Message by George Carlin
Reminder
We're always open before all Indians/Cav's home Games with $2-Domestics-Labatt blue,Budweise, .Bud Light, Bud Select, Coors light MGD, Miller Lite, Miller high life,Rolling Rock, PBR
$3- Microbrews-Killian's Red, Michelob Ultra, Bud Lime, Landshark, Great Lakes Dortmunder, Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, Blue Moon, Samuel Adams
"A kind of gentle innocence pervades, as if not trying to grab you as it passes by, but hoping you'll be touched." - Pittsburgh City Paper
Two years after the release of their debut album and hundreds of performances later, JD Eicher & the Goodnights deliver their sophomore release, entitled Shifting, which reaches out and touches listeners with vivid portraits of love, struggle, and hope.
Thirteen songs chart their journey from feel good pop to keys-out-front alternative rock. A radio-ready, polished sound with literate songwriting and intimate, swoon-worthy vocals has the Herald-Standard ranking the album with Pittsburgh's elite, saying that Shifting is "the best album from a local band since 'Restless Days' (The Clarks). Seriously, it's that good."
Forging their diverse musical backgrounds, JD Eicher (vocals/guitar), Dan Prokop (keys), Jim Merhaut (bass), and Ryan Kirk (drums/percussion) combine seasoned songwriting, rich vocals, melodic arrangements, and emphatic delivery to establish their own brand of “subtle pop.” They’ve created an album that has "the light, poppy quality of British bands Keane or The Script -- which has done plenty of damage on the airwaves -- but with more detail in the songwriting," says the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Produced by Paul Barber (My Favorite Highway, The Bigger Lights, The Friday Night Boys), Shifting is the manifestation of the band’s musical exploration and growth since the last record. “These guys can play,” notes Barber, “that's what made the sessions really rewarding.” Beyond the quartet’s growth as musicians, the theme of 'shifting' appears in the underlying emphasis on change in the songs, Eicher’s evolution as a songwriter, and the band’s ability to shift seamlessly between various styles, giving the album a "mainstream likability that is both charming and contagious," praises the Herald-Standard.
"With the release of Shifting, JD Eicher & the Goodnights take their place among the elite of Northeast Ohio-Western Pennsylvania bands,” exclaims The Vindicator. Not to be outdone, some think that the band is destined for a larger audience: "America will fall in love with JD Eicher,” proclaims Cindy Howes, Morning Mix Host & Producer at 91.3FM WYEP.
"Tom Evanchuck masters the art of impossible calmness and palpable sincerity– only making his twenty years of age more baffling. This voice no-doubedtly picked up its leathery anatomy from decades in the coalmine or lifetimes in a whiskey bottle. Or maybe this is just the best of Cleveland." Laura McMullen - Aquabear Legion Record Review
Hadiza MANGOU ( stage name ) is also a star singer of NIger and she will be with Mali Yaro's band for the tour. She will sing with them any where Goumbe Star & Mali Yaro will be. Her real name is Hadizatou Aboulaye, very popular in Niger, Mali specialy in Nigeria.
BIOGRAPHY OF MALI YARO Born in 1973 in Koira to Sirf Tera, from a large family of sonrai Niger, Doula Boureima said MALI YARO spent his childhood in the village to observe and follow the musicians Goumba. Nothing predestined to a great musician's career other than his early taste for music. Mali Yaro played his Goumba with friends in the city of Niamey and they were young and old danced at their own pace before creating his band called Goumba Star in 1995. Mali Yaro is a rebound African soul through his music. There are songs that tell of times of social facts, love peace and especially in his latest album. The originality of his words drawn from the bottom of his garden knowledge, make man an outstanding artist. He participated in several music competitions in Niger where he was nominated for Best Artist of the Year by the agency in 1996 wonkoye . After several successes on the national scene and Mali Yaro Goumba star became the most popular orchestra in Niger, with its sublime voice, he recorded his first album in 2000 "MALI BERO" and pays tribute to a great warrior Djerma ethnicity. In 2002 he released his second album "WALAMBANDI" it addresses the problems facing the Nigerian society. His third album was released in 2005 dedicated to the woman. His new album PEACE released in January 2008 at a time when the Niger through an issue of insecurity in the north, he invited the rebels and the military to disarm for a united and prosperous Niger. In recent years, MALI YARO won numerous national and international awards, including: - Best Nigerian musician (1996, 1998, 2000, 2002.2008), Participation in the concert of the poor child (1997)-Concert held in Nigeria, Togo and Benin (1998)-Participation in the caravan Alphadi (1998) The participation in FIMA (International Festival of African Fashion in Niger in 1998, 2000, 2004.2007), Participation Miss Niger (1999)-Awarded for her work against AIDS in Niger (2001)-National Tour in Niger (2002)-Award on national television (2003)-Awarded by the house Alphadi (2004 )-Awards Presented by the newspaper the visionary (2005)-together for the board of the agreement (2005)-Concert organized by the program RELIEF (Reintegration of children through training, education and training in July 2006)-Guest tropical color with Claudi Siaar (RFI in 2006)-International tour in Belgium, Holland (2006)-Tour in the United States (2007 and 2008)-Invited by anemia in Morocco (Association of Nigerian students Morocco March 22, 2008)
"Paper Thick Walls offer a more sophisticated sound. It's music that dresses better than you but doesn't look like it's trying." - LoudLoopPress.com
"It is clear that this band has the touch of something special...I was totally hooked."
- Hostage Radio
"Paper Thick Walls, more so Sigur Ros than The xx, play complex indie folk, heavy in both sentiment and intricacy. Their music is as upbeat as it is dark, many times touching upon forlorn topics while gently running alongside melodies that easily upturn the corner of one's lips." - VEOBA.com
" I absolutely love the male/female harmonizing over the soft instruments... it's beautiful and enchanting, and reminds me of something found on the Once soundtrack." - IndieShuffle.com
"Old Weathered Wooden Dock by Chicago's Paper Thick Walls- arguably the loveliest song ever put on the blog's Jukebox player" - The Pop Cop
"...makes me feel like what I would imagine it would be like to be out at sea, surrounded by the vast, unending, powerful, terrifying ocean, the big wall of sound like a wave. When you hear the sad, urgent call of the guitar, violin, and piano, you know you are about to hear a tale of adventure, sadness, and beauty." - AARBORETUM Blog
"In case you haven't heard of Paper Thick Walls, don't worry, you soon will. The sound that comes from within the depths of this band is colorful, carefree, and it's warmth gives you something to believe in."- WhiteJacketPhilanthropist.com
"We're like Diana Ross if she were four dudes who played guitar rock inspired by bands such as the Pixies, Weezer, and Modest Mouse. "
With over ten years on the DIY indie rock circuit, Driftless Pony Club has harnessed the power of YouTube to expose their angular, 90s styled indie rock to a diverse and widespread fanbase totally outside of the mainstream music industry. Through his quirky Youtube videos, lead singer Craig Benzine (AKA Wheezy Waiter ) has amassed over 350,000 subscribers and pulled in fans from all corners of the world. The Chicago-based crew (Craig Benzine, Matt Weber, Sam Grant, and Nate Bartley) has packed venues in cities across the United States with more shows and more cities in the works.
Influenced by bands like The Pixies, Weezer, and most notably Modest Mouse, Driftless Pony Club has released three full length LPs and an EP. Their most recent album (released on DFTBA records ), Buckminster, drew inspiration from the life and works of visionary architect, Buckminster Fuller yet " . . somehow manages to rock despite its nerdy genesis."
Metromix Interview, (Chicago)
"Considering its primary source of inspiration, local indie-rock quartet, Drifless Pony Club , has no business rocking as hard as it does."
"Craig Benzine, lead singer of Chicago indie-rock crew Driftless Pony Club, could easily be classified as an internet celebrity. Recording YouTube videos under the name Wheezy Waiter, the singer/comedian has amassed more than 345,000 subscribers and his videos have been viewed more than 38 million times. With that in mind, expect a few laughs between songs as the group works through selections off their latest, “Buckminster,” an album that somehow manages to rock despite its nerdy genesis: the band found inspiration in the life and work of author/engineer/inventor Buckminster Fuller
We are a four piece Indie Rock group from Canton, Ohio. We are not just a band; we are a brotherhood. Our closeness allows our music to be an outlet for the deepest yearnings of our hearts. We desire to create an experience that our audience will not soon forget.
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 17
Blues, Rock, and Jazz From Cleveland
Jazmine Trio's unique twist of Blues, Rock, and Jazz is unlike anything heard before. Such different influences culminate to create a fun and experimental sound.
The Evil Elite is a four-piece from Cleveland, Ohio comprised of Dan Cooley (Guitar), Nate Dreher (Bass), Pat Conley (Vocals, Drums), and Jonathan Khouri (Piano, Keyboards). The band has recorded an EP, and perform throughout Northeast Ohio. They have received a great reception to powerful live performances that display incredible musicianship, eclectic songwriting, and rock vocals that put forth ... raw energy and catchy hooks. With musical prowess and the drive to create a fresh sound, The Evil Elite looks to spread its music throughout the midwest, the U.S., and the world. Cleveland will always be home, but the sky is the limit. For booking or a copy of our 5 song EP e-mail theevilelite@yahoo.com.
Saturday February 18
Taking their cues from the likes of Buddy Guy, Etta James and Koko Taylor(among many others)
The Distillery are a very charming blues trio (sometimes five piece) that can appear to be deceptively mellow at times. Please don't relax too much as these three Toronto musicians bring out the sabre tooth tiger when you least expect it. Look for their intoxicating brand of blues mania at a venue near you.
The Distillery began as a brainchild of Jordan Safer and Neil Hendry during a few discussions over beer and tea. Myrrhine “Wees” Faller joined soon after. Together they play a mixture of splendid original blues tunes and various classics old and new.
As the band takes their cues from Buddy Guy, Etta James and Koko Taylor (among many others) they attempt to respectfully flourish under these influences. If you catch them playing at a venue near you then you'll simply leave twice the person you were before you came in. Their new EP is entitled What You Told Me and it is a very thick and useful brand of music.
"The final act and the winner of the night was Oogee Wawa. They brought a party to the stage. I would describe them is a fun loving jam band. Watching them perform and seeing how they interact with the audience. It's no surprise why they have such a loving fan base. Their motto must be Just Have Some Fun."In a crowd-Photographing and reviewing the Long Island music scene.
"Oogee Wawa is not just a great hip-hop band, they are a lot of fun. Kinda like a mix between the Beastie Boys and the Roots with a surfer-reggae twist, Oogee Wawa are a true hip-hop surfer band" Senseitional - I Am Entertainment Magazine
"Listen To Us On Maverick Radio Podcast!!" Radio Maverick
"OOgEE WaWa at the opening of Champion Motor Sports in Centereach, NY"
Full Throttle Magazine NY/NE
"Oogee Wawa live on The Whitney Costner Radio Show on Wprk 91.5"
Wanyama is an energizing 5 piece band from Cleveland, Ohio. With an intense diversity of musical influence between members, Wanyama's fusion of Hip-hop, Funk, and Reggae is blended and displayed to perfection, leaving fans with no choice but to get down! After Forming in 2009, Wanyama was effected by line up change, but the performance remains smoothly ecstatic. The band's goal is to make the audience understand the beauty and necessity of music, stressing how important original songs are in todays corrupt society. This is accomplished by steadily growing and writing as a band. Wanyama has shared the stage with The Movement, Carlos Jones and the PLUS band, Tribal Seeds, The Mad Conductor, Elemental Groove Theory, Through the Roots, Bad Manners, Deals Gone Bad, Ballyhoo!, Chip tha Ripper, NOMO, Tropidelic, Echo Movement, The Original Wailers, The Meditations, iPhonic and many more.
Come out to a show and release the daily stress and depression of this world! Join the Wanyama Family and help us to defeat the mainstream style our government hypnotizes us with. You are guaranteed a great time!!
“The Midwest has long been a hotbed for successful rap artists, but Shrub's eclectic fusion of rap, reggae, and rock brings a whole new flavor to the scene. Shrub's debut EP, Señorita, is quickly setting this Columbus, Ohio band apart from the pack. From the ganja-induced club anthem "We Wanna Smoke," to the dancehall banger "Come And Get It," to a much more emotional "Cherries,” Shrub has tapped into a unique and raw sound all their own. The EP features guest appearances by: DJ Rasta Root (current DJ for Phife Dawg of A Tribe Called Quest and Chip Fu of the Fu-Schnickens), Lyrical (artist/producer for Myrical Records), and Jenny Flory (singer/songwriter from the Wonder Twin Powers). Additionally, Opie Ortiz (from the Long Beach Dub Allstars) created the sick album artwork. Most recently, Shrub has been working with award winning dub-reggae producer, Dubmatix, on a tripped-out, three-song remix companion album to Señorita.” —High Times Magazine
The Rok Boms are a bombastic Rock duo that came from the mixture of Mississippi Delta blues, Texas Rock, and New Orleans' funky swagger. Those components fused together in the summer of 2010 and have been bombarding the New Orleans scene ever since. Influences from an array of musical geniuses from Robert Johnson, Howling Wolf, James Brown, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin, to today's legends give them a unique classic blues twist on top of an energetic drive that will take you places. This euphoric abomination has aspirations of being your latest addiction.
"...ragged vocals moan and groan with fierce'n'throaty aplomb while the hard-diggin' guitars, churning basslines, and sturdy pushin' drums concoct a raw gritty sound that's both moody and earthy in equal measure... a complete scrappy joy to hear." —Joe Wawrzyniak, jerseybeat.com
Aside from being one of the finest guitar players in the business, MacLeod really connects with his audience. His sets are more than music. They are "homegrown lessons" in life and love. MacLeod is one of the finest songwriters, storytellers and performers in the blues. In a world intoxicated with electric-everything MacLeod is preserving a lost art... A must for any serious fan of the blues and any soul who needs the healing of the blues. - Sing Out.
Understanding the importance of restraint to the blues, he skirts the predictable with fresh imagery in lyrics and his music is barb-wire sharp. - Down Beat Magazine .
MacLeod identifies with the simplicity and honesty that characterized the country blues artists of the 30's and 40's... a wealth of blues feeling... compelling. - Alex Henderson, - All Music Guide.
MacLeod is a talented instrumentalist and an impassioned singer, but what stands out is his well-turned lyrical phrases and intriguing musical nuances. - Living Blues.
In his CD, Where I Been, Doug MacLeod has produced a montage of fascinating stories that are insightful, introspective, entertaining and then some. The listener gets the immediate sense that this music comes from one who has a strong emotional and sentimental attachment to the themes or from one who has lived the life he sings about. Mr. MacLeod uses his unusual style of acoustic guitar playing to accentuate his remarkable story telling so much so that it seems that the guitar is an integral part of the tale. - Roots Music Report.
On his first visit to Australia, Doug MacLeod was the one act I was particularly looking forward to seeing. A contributing writer to our sister publication Blues Revue, MacLeod is a great storyteller, songwriter, and raconteur and, to say the least, one of the finest exponents of acoustic Blues and slide guitar around. He played songs, each accompanied by a story, from his albums Dubb and Where I Been, both highly recommend, as well as his recent live DVD release. - Blues Wax.
Doug MacLeod is an accomplished songwriter managing to imbue his autobiographical lyrics with humor and poignancy. - Juke Blues.
On this acoustic set of telling and effective songs, a sparse but striking guitar style and candid vocals combine to create a convincing showcase for his talents. - London Times.
In the tradition of songwriters such as J.B. Lenoir, Brownie McGhee, and Lightnin' Hopkins, he writes about what he lives... the total package: songs, voice and guitar playing. - Blues Revue.
Fingerstyle blues from the 1920's through the 1950's. Styles range from jazzyblues numbers to Piedmont style fingerpicking country blues and even some novelty originals. From Big Bill Broonzy, Lightning Hopkins, Mance Lipscomb, and even Bobby Rush this music will bring a smile to your face and get your feet moving!
Tuesday March 20
Huge Pre Concert
Party
Videos, Food and Drink Specials-Free Giveaways!
Sunday March 25
Piano Pop/Rockfrom
Santa Monica CA
SOUNDS like Sara Bareilles and Ben Folds
TASTES like Jäger spilled on ivory
LOOKS like a purple piano in 6'' heels
SMELLS like fresh baked cookies
MAKES EWOKS sway to the groove
Featured on Vh1 "Rock N Roll Fantasy Camp" season 2
Song placed in "Dolphin Tale" promo
Song placed in "Blind Side" promo
Full time World Touring artist since 2006
Opened for Anna Nalick, Marcy Playground
Opened for Lisa Sanders at the San Diego Indie Fest
Album Burning At Both Ends, featured in Us Weekly Mag.
Billboard honorable mention
ASCAP Plus Award 2011, 2010, 2009
"City Life" places at AI Song Contest
Vocals featured in the the movie, “The Grudge”
and new Jennifer Aniston movie, "Love Happens, "
Robert De Niro, "Hide and Seek."
Debut album "Obstacles" AAA Album of the Year by L.A. Music Awards.
Received a scholarship to Berklee College of Music
WORKED/PLAYED WITH
Foo Fighters
Phil Collins
Blink 182
Matt Sorum-Guns & Roses Velvet Revolver
Marky Ramone
Sammy Hagar
Rebecca Loebe
Natalie Gelman
Marie Digby
SD Symphony
Queensrÿche
Meiko
Jay Nash
William Fitzsimmons
White Buffalo
TV APPEARANCES
featured performer on Vh1 "Rock N Roll Fantasy Camp" s
Appeared on KUSI News in San Diego
KPNX Fox news in Phoenix
Park City TV in Park City, UT
Thursday March 29
Band of the Year!
BB King Entertainer of the Year – Tommy Castro
Contemporary Blues Artist of the Year – Tommy Castro
Contemporary Blues Album of the Year – Hard Believer
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