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| Name: | Darlene Silvestri |
| E-mail address: | Dar2929@Comcast.net |
| Comments: | Hi Jimmy .... and all the rest of the Ides! You guys were awesome in Elmwood Park Friday night! The weather was great unlike Cicero where there was some rain but I have to admit I was still rockin and rolling despite it.
I love your new songs .... keep um coming! Most importantly please don't ever stop playing. I can't imagine my life without you guys and other "oldie" bands. Just keeping playing .... forever!! I hope you enjoyed your Russells B-B-Q sauce. It was just a little token of appreciation from me (Scott and Chris love it) cuz you were rockin in my home town!! Hope to see you next in Woodale!! Keep on rockin!! |
| Name: | Steve Cain |
| E-mail address: | daref_123@att.net |
| Comments: | Jim & Band,
I needed to write to say thank you for the fact that you guys are still doing what you do. My dear wife, who was with me when we saw you at the Kane County Fair and Blackberry Farm in Aurora, passed away Sunday night. I want you to know that she enjoyed you guys tremendously and I'm sure that she would also say thank you if she could. Please take care and remember, What you guys do on stage has meaning to somebody. |
| Name: | kevin krutwig |
| E-mail address: | lkrutwig@comcast.net |
| Comments: | Hope to see you in McHenry next month |
| Name: | Bob B Myers |
| E-mail address: | oldiesrgood@aol.com |
| Comments: | Raise the Roof Holy Name ? Where was I ? After Catholic grade high and college at Catholic schools ! I was not aware ! I am as always in awe of the conduct of this band ! I am humbled to know you ! My favorite band ,my favorite religion ! What a a combination! I donated to the church via website as all good former altar boys know is our duty and privelage ! Looking forward to seeing you this summer and hopefully many to come ! Great God in heaven you know I love you ! where have you heard that before? |
| Name: | Alan Toon |
| E-mail address: | alan.toon@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Fellow National Guard band member wrote an arrangement of "Vehicle" for his high school jazz band....we have even played it in the unit. Remarked to him that I still have the original vinyl LP...glad that you are still together. |
| Name: | Val |
| Comments: | What a opening night in Bensenville last night 6/10/09. You guys rocked. I love the song Keep Rocking and not to mention Soul to Soul. Jim, you necklace is awesome!!! I converted another friend to be a X-treme IOM fan. See you all soon!
Val |
| Name: | Hank Sikora |
| E-mail address: | ohenry8th@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | Thanks for performing in Bensenville again! The band was
awesome even though the weather was a bit chilly (I've got to tip my hat to Jim wearing what looked like a drafty outfit). Thanks for the new songs...it's refreshing to hear new tunes from you guys. One last thing...Last September my wife and I visited Warsaw, Poland and I let a few of my relatives listen to your music. I think you have some new Ides of March fans over there now. Take care and God Bless. |
| Name: | Amy |
| Comments: | Good Morning Ides of March! All I can say is thank godness it did not rain last night or else I would have been very disappointed. I have mentioned that Bensenville has been one of my favorite places to see you guys and last night was no exception. Keep Rockin is a great song and a perfect way to open the show. Looking forward to hearing the other songs you are working on as well. The Sky is Falling I did like for the encore and of course enjoyed the other songs in between. Anyway I do hope to catch a show or possibly two this summer so take care everyone!
And to Jim I forgot to mention how much I enjoyed your appearance with Lisa at the Best Buy in Chicago. The music was excellent and it was interesting to hear Vehicle done in a different musicial mode. Loved the Search is Over and I tell you Lisa has the perfect voice for jazz. Also thanks for your wonderful compliment as well last night. It meant a lot to me and you are my motivation for sure. And Eric from AE says HI! |
| Name: | Jim Solem |
| E-mail address: | jim-carol@cox.net |
| Comments: | Just wanted to thank you guys again for coming to "A Taste of Omaha" last night. Jim, it was a great thrill for me to meet one of my favorite Rock 'N Roll Heroes of all time and for you to be so generous with your time allowing me to prattle on about your accomplishments like the music nut that I am. Plus, I had a great conversation with Bob, who was also very generous with his time and gave me some terrific insight on your band's history.
My wife, Carol, is from Berwyn, so if any of you knew any Bruzek's when you were growing up, it was probably some relation of hers. Her family moved down here to Omaha when she was only 3 so, respectfully, she doesn't remember any of you!! Again, thanks for the terrific show, and hope we see you some time again. |
| Name: | Wanda McKenna |
| E-mail address: | mckennaw@earthlink.net |
| Comments: | It was great seeing you all of you guys play at the Genessee last Friday. It brought back memories of over 40 years ago of Sandy, Bill and I hanging out with you in Berwyn and going on your concert trips. I still get goose bumps when I hear "Vehicle". All of you still look and sound great. Hope to go to more of your concerts. It was nice visiting with Larry. |
| Name: | Jody Hoevel |
| E-mail address: | Rockstar74@verizon.net |
| Comments: | Another great show in Merrillville Saturday night. You guys put on a great show - wish your set could have been longer! I will have to catch another show this summer! Rock on! |
| Name: | Bryno |
| E-mail address: | blz1987@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Saw You Concert at star plaza, first time seeing you guys and you were great going to another show soon. |
| Name: | Stephanie |
| E-mail address: | kcsc2521@comcast.net |
| Comments: | We saw your show last night at the Genesee in Waukegan, it was rockin'! Your music brings back so many poignant memories from high school and beyond. What a great time for music! |
| Name: | Linda M Weber-Davis |
| E-mail address: | lakoda819@att.net |
| Comments: | We saw you at the theater in Waukegan and you guys were great. We really enjoyed your music. |
| Name: | Bobbie |
| E-mail address: | roberta.b@att.com |
| Comments: | Hey IDES and expecially Bob!
I graduated from Morton West in 1967. Then on to UCLA (University of Cicero Located on Austin - Morton College) and then to NIU. I have been to a few concerts and always blast VEHICLE when it is on the radio...the ONLY way to listen to it since we were ALWAYS in front of the speakers. Continued success! Roberta (Waiting) Bussau |
| Name: | Bob & Rich Wade |
| E-mail address: | RCW52@aol.com |
| Comments: | X-Treme Ides fans, you never know where or when you will run into one of the Ides of March members. While at the Indy 500 race today, about 8:00 am we were watching the school bands march around the 2.5 mile oval track, when over the loud speaker a band from a Chicago high school was introduced and the director was the Ides very own trombone player, Dave Stahlberg. We rushed down to track side and got Dave’s attention and he walked over to say hi.
Bob & Rich Wade (ChaseTwins 1& 2) |
| Name: | Kari Schade |
| E-mail address: | lulu52461@comcast.net |
| Comments: | Hi Larry -
Your daughter Rachel told me about this website. I had no idea you were still playing. I don't know if you remember me, but your daughter Lauren and my daughter Amy were in the same pre-school together (at that church in Brookfield). I also worked with your ex-wife Pam at Stanadyne. I used to see you when I picked up Amy, cause you were picking up Lauren. Gosh Rachel is beautiful and I'm sure Lauren is also. I remember being at a party at your house in LaGrange Park. That is going way back. Anyway, I always enjoyed listening to the Ides. Take Care! |
| Name: | Sam Wyld |
| E-mail address: | sam@wyldcats.plus.com |
| Comments: | Vehicle is one of the greatest tracks ever written and is permanently on my ipod :o) |
| Name: | Rick Eggerton |
| E-mail address: | rick.eggerton@rolls-royce.com |
| Comments: | Just wanted to let you know that there are still some IOM addicts here in OHIO. I hired a (4) piece band a couple weeks ago for a big birthday bash (50th!). Midway thru their second set, which up to that point included Byrds, Floyd, Blood Sweat n Tears, etc..., they launched into Vehicle. The whole house came to their feet. What a phenominal song. What a phenominal Band. Thanks for all the great tunes over the years! |
| Name: | Mike Kessler |
| E-mail address: | (hidden) |
| Comments: | My girlfriend & I tried to sneak in to the private FBI show at Navy Pier last year, but we were politely yet firmly asked to leave - or else! So we went outside & listened from the beer garden. |
| Name: | Jim Novak |
| E-mail address: | arkharbor@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | This is just another one of those letters that starts out with, "You probably don't remember me". I went to school with you guys. I live in Michigan now but have heard your music often over the years.I used to siong in that folk group with Paul Cerny. Anyway, just wanted to say hello...keep up the good work. Jim Novak
related linc worshiponthewaterfront.org |
| Name: | Elyse K. |
| Comments: | Dig THIS!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vf3Km8xo6Q |
| Name: | Elyse K. |
| Comments: | Dig THIS!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vf3Km8xo6Q |
| Name: | Elyse K. |
| Comments: | Did anyone else see "Dancing With The Stars" yesterday (04/27) and notice what song was used for Ty Murray and Chelsie Hightower's salsa? My phone was ringing off the hook! What a great day, first the Silver Dollar Survey Song of the Day and now this.... add it to important dates in The Ides of March History!
Couple Dance Song Artist Ty & Chelsie Salsa Vehicle Ides of March |
| Name: | Elyse K. |
| Comments: | Guess what was today's Silver Dollar Survey Song of the Day on WLS, 94.7 FM? One hint: Great God in heaven ... Play it for me, won't you Larry Lujack?
http://www.947trueoldies.com/TimeMachine.asp |
| Name: | Cheryl |
| E-mail address: | mshockey73@yahoo.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://m.www.yahoo.com/ |
| Comments: | I saw you guys in Aurora last summer. What an awesome concert! I loved when you called everyone up to the stage to sing 'Vehicle'. You guys sound better than ever. What a fun day that was. Are you coming back again this summer?? Hope so. |
| Name: | Steve |
| E-mail address: | Sfagerman@aol.com |
| Comments: | Great to see the summer schedule fill up. I am really looking forward to the new Beatle cover. I hope you still play Symphony and Tobacco Road too as these are, as is all you guys do, great!!
Jim, I saw Lifeforce at COLC and thought it was excellent...just afraid you'll give up your day job. |
| Name: | lisa |
| E-mail address: | peahd222@AOL.COM |
| Comments: | Great job at the Holy Name fundraiser!!!! I was the tamborine girl!! Had a blast and all for a good cause! You guys not only raised $ for the roof- You raised the roof!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks, Lisa |
| Name: | Mark Edmunds |
| E-mail address: | medmundsband@aol.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://theedmundbrothers |
| Comments: | Glad to see your still going strong!!...we open alot of shows with "Vehicle" as we walk thru the golden years of the great tunes we grew up with... and the crowds are awestruck, 'wow I remember that!'
Hope to see you guys around the new york area sometime! |
| Name: | Elyse K |
| Comments: | Hey, Ides... how was the "All Join Hands to Raise the Roof" fund-raiser for Holy Name Cathedral? I hope it was a giant success. Here's to summer '09!
Best, Elyse |
| Name: | Dale LaRue |
| E-mail address: | Browneyes7355@excite.com |
| Comments: | To all of the Ides Members: My friend Mitch LeVine introduced me to your music and to the band back in the 90's and I have enjoyed going to many of your shows over the years. Regretfully, Mitch died after being hit by a car 2 yrs. ago. He loved all of you guys.
I will see you at some of the Summer Fests. I live in Rockford now so it would help if you would put the time you are playing on your website. Thanks Dale LaRue |
| Name: | Joanne & Bruce Jahnke |
| E-mail address: | mokupuni@hawaii.rr.com |
| Comments: | Aloha Ides....when are you coming to Hawaii? It's me,Bruce and now Bob Nardi here waiting so patiently come on down it's the place to be...
Hope all is well with all of you, we were talking at dinner tonight when you played at our reunion, man was that awesome. Peace & Love The Jahnke's |
| Name: | Jo |
| E-mail address: | j_koncel@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | Beware the Ides of March! Last year we were lucky enough to celebrate at the Hemmens, I believe. Here's to a great upcoming summer concert season! |
| Name: | Rhonda Cooper |
| E-mail address: | thecoopers.01@comcast.net |
| Comments: | Hello,
The Ides of March is my birthday.. I'm from Tupelo,Ms.. I like your sound.. Rhonda |
| Name: | Michael Kaz |
| E-mail address: | mjjkaz@msn.com |
| Comments: | I will beware the Ides of March if and when they come into my home town area! |
| Name: | Amy |
| Comments: | Well I can't believe that I had forgotten a birthday. I am usally very good when it comes to remembering your birthdays but maybe my memory is not as good as it used to be LOL! But I do want to wish a very happy belated birthday to Larry Millas who was on March 5th. I do hope it was a good one with your family. But while I am on the subject of birthdays I do want to wish another member of the Ides string section a happy birthday on the 14th and that is Bob Bergland. Hope you have a great day but hey make it a good weekend. Also we are to celebrate Ides of March day Sunday and it is so weird not having a concert to go to. But not too worry I have my hockey to keep me busy unless we don't make the playoffs then I will need a lot of patience (right Scott?). I see Bensenville is your first show on June 10th and it is perfect timing indeed. Not to mention my favorite spot to hear the Ides.
So take care everyone and can't wait to hear the new CD and hopefully you will include a couple in your set. |
| Name: | Marvin |
| Comments: | With the slow economy wonder how many shows there will be this year with many villages going with cover bands since they are alot cheaper and attract a younger crowd? |
| Name: | Steve |
| E-mail address: | Sfagerman@aol.com |
| Comments: | Glad to see the start of the summer concert dates. Hope you will do a Hemmens or Mac or Genessee inside performance as well. Need to hear Symphony for ER and you usually only do that inside.
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| Name: | Buddy Chase |
| E-mail address: | uleryb3@atlanticbb.net |
| Comments: | I love ya'lls style. You set a real groove.
Keep up the good work. My ears love your music. Buddy Chase Hammond B3. Marianna, PA |
| Name: | Scott May |
| E-mail address: | srm@theidesofmarch.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.theidesofmarch.com |
| Comments: | PATIENCE! Dear Friends. The winter is a time of rest for the Ides. We have been working on a new album, and Jim has been very busy with Lifeforce. Booking has been proceeding on the new year.When there is news, you'll all be the first to know. Peace! |
| Name: | jim kuzianik |
| E-mail address: | jimmykuz@peoplepc.com |
| Comments: | i love you guy,s your music is to me the best!!, i have all your albums, even on cd, i took up the trumpet because of your great influence, john and chuck still have itgoin on!! keep on keepin on guy,s you guy,s rock!!! and thanks for all the years of great music!! jim k. |
| Name: | Steven Franzese |
| E-mail address: | steve212@att.net |
| Comments: | I had a chance to see Jim play live at Legends 01/23/09, and his talents is never ending. Great performance, Thank you! |
| Name: | Mark Cullen |
| E-mail address: | mcullen@IoMusicLtd.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.markcullenmusic.com |
| Comments: | Back in 1972 when I was a junior in high school I joined a nine piece brass band called Autumn Shade that did mostly dances and local battle of the bands. One of our premier tunes was "Vehicle". What a fun song to play and sing. It's still one of my all time favorites and I still remember the whole song to this day. I have had many musical influences in my life and the list wouldn't be complete without the Ides Of March. You guys are the best and are living proof that a rock n' roll heart is timeless. Thanks for years of great music and wonderful memories. |
| Name: | Steve |
| E-mail address: | Sfagerman@aol.com |
| Comments: | Looking forward to WorldStage Saturday. When will you guys put your summer schedule on the webpage??...need to start planning you know. |
| Name: | CLAIRE SOUCEK GISSELMAN |
| E-mail address: | MGISSEL@FRONTIERNET.NET |
| Comments: | MIKE BORCH, JUST SAW MY COUSIN FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 10 YRS. HE INFORMED ME OF THE GROUP PLAYING IN THE CHICAGO AREA, SAID YOU ARE AMAZING.WONDER WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO YOUR MOTHER, SISTERS AND YOU. GOOD TO HEAR YOU ARE STILL PLAYING. CLAIRE. RHINELANDER, WISCONSIN |
| Name: | Angel |
| Comments: | Isn't it a shame that when you enjoy a band as much as the Ides Of March, and meet people there always has to be that someone that wants to be a comedian with signing the guestbook with someone else's name to it. Anyway, Happy New Year to The Ides!! |
| Name: | Bob Wade (ChaseTwin#1) |
| E-mail address: | RCW52@aol.com |
| Comments: | Scott, It was great to see you last night performing with your other group The Tonellis. Not only are you a fantastic keyboard player and singer with the Ides, but last night you also did a great job playing guitar with the Tonellis. Yes, the music was different from the normal Ides’ music, but good music is always enjoyable to listen to and to sit back, relax, and have a few cold ones. Hope the next time the Tonellis play, more of the Ides’ fans come out to hear a different side from our favorite keyboard player. Happy New Year to you and Chris. Missed seeing you Chris. Scott can tell you why Lilioza didn’t get to the show with me last night. It wasn't her scooter this time.
Happy New Year to all of the Ides and their fans Bob Wade X-Treme Ides Fan |
| Name: | Val |
| Comments: | I wanted to wish each of you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. FYI for Jim, I am finished with my song and will give you a copy next time I see you. |
| Name: | Amy |
| Comments: | I could not stop by the guestbook and not leave a message. But I did want to wish each and everyone of you a very Merry Christmas and a fantastic 2009. Enjoy the holidays with your family and friends. Sorry I did not stop by after the Norris Center show to say HI but I did want to say it was a good show. Anyway take care and stay healthy! |
| Name: | Val |
| Comments: | HOW ARE YOU GUY'S. I think I will start smoking even more than ever for the new year. LOL, Love you GUYYYYSSSSS. Dave Call me, you know I'm one HOOOOTTTTIE. Steve I miss you, we should hook up again at the same alley. Can't wait to see the next awesume Ides show.
Val. |