McAuliffe's Pub, Racine WI Galleries

"I've seen all good people..." : Some of the faces at McAuliffe's Pub

"I've seen all good people..."

Some of the faces at McAuliffe's Pub

Updated: Sep 09, 2007 6:50am PST

Grand Disaster with The Barkeeps: McAuliffe's Pub May 8 2009 : Quite the evenings worth of music ... Grand Disaster with special guests The Barkeeps perform at McAuliffe's Pub.

Grand Disaster with The Barkeeps: McAuliffe's Pub May 8 2009

Quite the evenings worth of music ... Grand Disaster with special gues ...

Updated: May 11, 2009 4:46pm PST

Supernaut: McAuliffe's Pub February 20, 2009 : Suerpnaut perform at McAuliffe's Pub.

Supernaut: McAuliffe's Pub February 20, 2009

Suerpnaut perform at McAuliffe's Pub.

Updated: Mar 06, 2009 4:12am PST

The Pine Box Boys with Grand Disaster McAuliffe's Pub May 29, 2008 : The Pine Box Boys and special guest Grand Disaster at McAuliffe's Pub. Blog entry for this gallery

The Pine Box Boys with Grand Disaster McAuliffe's Pub May 29, 2008

The Pine Box Boys and special guest Grand Disaster at McAuliffe's Pub. ...

Updated: Jun 01, 2008 4:46am PST

Two Loons For Tea: McAuliffe's Pub Racine WI March 28, 2008 : Two Loons For Tea perform at McAuliffe's Pub.

Two Loons For Tea: McAuliffe's Pub Racine WI March 28, 2008

Two Loons For Tea perform at McAuliffe's Pub.

Updated: Mar 31, 2008 7:39am PST

Jammin' For the Arts at McAuliffe's Pub Sept. 29, 2007 Featuring Norm Pratt & Claire; Never Static; The Pulltops : Jammin' for the Arts is a city wide benefit in Racine WI. As described by the Racine Journal-Times: [snip] Proceeds from Jammin’ for the Arts will benefit children’s arts programs run by the four member groups of the Racine United Arts Fund — the Racine Arts Council (an umbrella organization for arts organizations in the community), the Racine Art Museum, the Racine Symphony Orchestra and the Racine Theatre Guild. The event, which originated as a Leadership Racine project three years ago, is now run by RUAF, as well as volunteers, such as J.J. McAuliffe, who books the bands. “Last year we cleared $7,000 and this year we are hoping to raise that to $10,000,” said Nancy Moldenhauer, director of RUAF. In years past, the money raised has helped fund things such as theater classes and a student performing company at the RTG; special concerts for children and educational performances in schools by the RSO; art classes and exhibit tours for children at the RAM and the RAC’s Lonely Instruments Need Kids program. Those looking to help, can contribute to the Jammin’ for the Arts cause in one of two ways (or both). Participants can either buy a $10 wristband, which will get them into all eight music venues throughout the night — or they can purchase food at one of the 15 participating restaurants that evening. A percentage of the restaurants’ take that night (all day long at Sugar Shack) will be donated to the cause. Most music venues will feature several bands throughout the evening, and together the acts cover a wide range of musical styles including blues, alternative, acoustic, jazz and rock (classical, hard and rap-rock). [snip] Tonights performers at McAuliffe's Pub were: Norm Pratt & Claire; Never Static; The Pulltops and The Sandcarvers. No shots of The Sandcarvers tonight, as I decided to pack away the camera and actually enjoy watching and listening to them with my oldest son, Shaun.

Jammin' For the Arts at McAuliffe's Pub Sept. 29, 2007 Featuring Norm Pratt & Claire; Never Static; The Pulltops

Jammin' for the Arts is a city wide benefit in Racine WI. As described ...

Updated: Dec 22, 2007 6:54am PST

The Elders with Special Guest Billy Orphan: May 18, 2007 McAuliffe's Pub Racine WI : Now this was fun! The Elders... Billy Orphan... The Tri-Festa gals... McAuliffe's Pub and hey, even members of The Sandcarvers were in the house! Does it get any better? I think not. Billy Orphan got things rolling as only he can. If you've yet to see him live, run, do not walk, to his next appearance. I promise you won't be disappointed. Wrapping up the evening were The Elders from Kansas City. Wow! I mean, WOW! Kicked up Celtic to the nth degree. I was an Elders virgin when I walked in and afterwards, I swear, I needed a cigarette! These guys rock and very nice blokes as well. My thanks to JJ and all the fine staff at McAuliffe's; Billy Orphan; The Tri-Festas; John Bowles at PaddyRock; The Sandcarvers and of course, The Elders for all their graciousness and hospitality.

The Elders with Special Guest Billy Orphan: May 18, 2007 McAuliffe's Pub Racine WI

Now this was fun! The Elders... Billy Orphan... The Tri-Festa gals... ...

Updated: Dec 22, 2007 6:56am PST

Lyden Moon: May 11, 2007 McAuliffe's Pub Racine WI : The incomporable Lyden Moon and his band perform an absolutely smoking set at McAuliffe's Pub. Many thanks to Lyden and the boys and all the folks at McAuliffe's.

Lyden Moon: May 11, 2007 McAuliffe's Pub Racine WI

The incomporable Lyden Moon and his band perform an absolutely smoking ...

Updated: May 12, 2007 3:52pm PST

McAuliffe's Pub 9th Anniversary Celebration with Billy Orphan, On A Sun and The Pulltops : Congratulations to JJ and nine wonderful years of McAuliffe's Pub! It was a party and a half, for sure. Joining in the festivities were Billy Orphan, On A Sun and The Pulltops. You also might recognize the luscious and talented Binky Tunny in da house. My thanks to all the wonderful musicians and a special thanks to JJ McAuliffe... it's been a pleasure to be a small part of this for the last few years, my man. Many more anniversaries to ya!

McAuliffe's Pub 9th Anniversary Celebration with Billy Orphan, On A Sun and The Pulltops

Congratulations to JJ and nine wonderful years of McAuliffe's Pub! It ...

Updated: Sep 09, 2007 6:22am PST

Tempest with The Sandcarvers: April 13, 2007 McAuliffe's Pub Racine WI : Tempest and The Sandcarvers invade McAuliffe's Pub for a high energy evening of Celtic Rock!

Tempest with The Sandcarvers: April 13, 2007 McAuliffe's Pub Racine WI

Tempest and The Sandcarvers invade McAuliffe's Pub for a high energy e ...

Updated: May 02, 2007 8:45am PST

Oxygen with Towncrier and Five Man Trio : (2007-03-24) Another stellar night of music at McAuliffe's Pub. The evening started with Five Man Trio. I hadn't seen these guys in about three years. I'd forgotten how good they were then and man, they've just gotten better! Their songs and playing have really matured. Very nice, indeed. Next was Towncrier from Cedar Rapids, Iowa. A band that was new to my ears, Towncrier delivered some very tasty power-pop. Great songs, great playing and the stage presence of lead vocalist and keyboardist Jerry Lorenson was phenomenal. A true performer who knows how to interact with the audience. I will definitely be looking for these guys again in the future. Capping off the evening was Nebraska's own Oxygen. Yet another band I was unfamiliar with before tonight and yet another I will be scoping out in the future. Finely crafted tunes, some hot guitar licks from Bryan Scherbring and the emotive voaclizations of Brent Cerny were highlights for me. My thanks to all in Five Man Trio, Towncrier and Oxygen for their gracious hospitality and access before, during and after the show. Also (as always) to JJ and the best bar staff in the land!

Oxygen with Towncrier and Five Man Trio

(2007-03-24) Another stellar night of music at McAuliffe's Pub. The ev ...

Updated: Mar 27, 2007 2:12am PST

The Kissers - McAuliffe's Pub Racine, WI : (2007-02-09) The Kissers perform their very own brand of Celtic rock at McAuliffe's Pub.

The Kissers - McAuliffe's Pub Racine, WI

(2007-02-09) The Kissers perform their very own brand of Celtic rock a ...

Updated: Feb 11, 2007 6:57pm PST

Sarah Marie Mullen and Michi Regier - McAuliffe's Pub, Racine, WI : (2006-08-25) Sarah Marie Mullen and Michi Regier perform classics from the renaissance and a few more modern pieces for a gathering of Ren-folk at McAuliffe's. It was really a kick for me to hear them do a version of Steve Hackett's "Horizons" on harp. Two very talented ladies, indeed.

Sarah Marie Mullen and Michi Regier - McAuliffe's Pub, Racine, WI

(2006-08-25) Sarah Marie Mullen and Michi Regier perform classics from ...

Updated: Nov 16, 2006 10:31am PST

Enter the Haggis: McAuliffe's Pub - Racine, WI : (2006-08-15) Enter the Haggis perform at McAuliffe's Pub, with opening act, The Sandcarvers. Thanks to JJ, Andy and the rest at McAuliffe's Pub for keeping my coffee mug full, members of the Young Dubliners for stopping by and, of course, Enter the Haggis. (Sandcarvers photos are here)

Enter the Haggis: McAuliffe's Pub - Racine, WI

(2006-08-15) Enter the Haggis perform at McAuliffe's Pub, with opening ...

Updated: Nov 16, 2006 10:35am PST

Fallen with Nuna : (2006-02-18) Lots of crowd shots tonight...and why not? Everyone was psyched from the get-go for Nuna and the debut performance of Fallen. Nuna could very quickly become one of my favorite acts. I'd never seen them before and they came on firing on all cylinders. Very grungy. I liked the fact that - both lyrically and musically - they had this very sad, melancholy feel to their songs that at the same time expressed a hope and optimism that was very uplifting at the same time. Johnny Diaz: Thunderous drums. Nuna Minch: One of the most emotive players and vocalists I've heard in a while. Anya Minch: The kind of bass player I like - a player who knows what she feels with an incredibly sexy stalking of the stage. An act that is going to become a regular on my "must see" list, for sure. Next came Fallen: Gary Wortham on vocals and acoustic guitar, Gary Wesley on guitar, Vic Thompson on bass and Eric Langdon on the drums. I'd heard that these guys had gotten together to form a band and I had been looking forward to this debut for months...they didn't disappoint! Melodious-metal meets hip-hop meets industrial to form a sound that excites me like I haven't been for quite a while. You shouldn't miss these guys. I have a feeling there's gonna be quite a buzz about them very soon.

Fallen with Nuna

(2006-02-18) Lots of crowd shots tonight...and why not? Everyone was p ...

Updated: Nov 20, 2006 6:32am PST

All Envy Aside with Abstract Thought : (2006-02-04 McAuliffe's Pub) One of the pleasures of working at McAuliffe's Pub would be the opportunity it affords me to see acts I've never seen before. Such is the case again this night as I was treated to a double bill of alternative rock in the form of All Envy Aside and Abstract Thought. Abstract opened the evening with a racous set of alt-tunage. I must say, I was very impressed with these guys...well crafted songs, great playing and vocals. I was especially blown away by guitarist Ricky. The man can handle an axe. Featured was a very nice rendition of STP's "Interstate Love Song". All Envy Aside hit the stage running and turned in a very high energy set. They had my toes tapping, which really makes it hard to take photos, let me tell ya. Again, mostly well crafted originals, but I have to admit that the highlight for me was when they broke into "Satisfaction" by the Stones and singer Amanda Tvedt stepped into the crowd for an up close and personal vocal performance. All in all, a very fun night.

All Envy Aside with Abstract Thought

(2006-02-04 McAuliffe's Pub) One of the pleasures of working at McAuli ...

Updated: Nov 16, 2006 10:46am PST

Nightwing : (2006-01-06 McAuliffe's Pub) Nightwing bring their "New Standards" stylings to the Pub.

Nightwing

(2006-01-06 McAuliffe's Pub) Nightwing bring their "New Standards" sty ...

Updated: Nov 16, 2006 10:50am PST

The Hacienda Brothers : (2005-07-08) If you're looking for REAL country music...as opposed to Pop music with a twang, then The Hacienda Brothers are for you. A great night at McAuliffe's Pub.

The Hacienda Brothers

(2005-07-08) If you're looking for REAL country music...as opposed to ...

Updated: Aug 12, 2005 4:03am PST

Lyden Moon with Kopecky & Ovadya : (2005-05-14) Three very talent bands: Ovadya, Kopecky, and Lyden Moon at McAuliffe's Pub.

Lyden Moon with Kopecky & Ovadya

(2005-05-14) Three very talent bands: Ovadya, Kopecky, and Lyden Moon ...

Updated: Jul 18, 2005 7:50am PST

The Katie Todd Band with melaniejane & Gary Wortham : (2005-12-23 McAuliffe's Pub) This was the last show of the year at McAuliffe's Pub...and it went out with a bang, as melaniejane, Gary Wortham and headliners The Katie Todd Band perform.

The Katie Todd Band with melaniejane & Gary Wortham

(2005-12-23 McAuliffe's Pub) This was the last show of the year at McA ...

Updated: Nov 16, 2006 10:54am PST

The Fenians with Steel Bonnets : (2005-12-18 McAuliffe's Pub) The Fenians with special guests Steel Bonnets.

The Fenians with Steel Bonnets

(2005-12-18 McAuliffe's Pub) The Fenians with special guests Steel Bon ...

Updated: Nov 16, 2006 10:57am PST

89 Mojo : (2005-12-17 McAuliffe's Pub) 89 Mojo perform a combination acoustic & electric show. This was the first time I'd seen 89 Mojo...some tasty sounds, indeed.

89 Mojo

(2005-12-17 McAuliffe's Pub) 89 Mojo perform a combination acoustic & ...

Updated: Nov 16, 2006 11:00am PST

Spot : (2005-12-07 McAuliffe's Pub) Spot is not only very tallented (singer, song writer, multi-instrumentalist, producer, photographer, painter) but, hands down, he is also one of the nicest people I've met. We just finished discussing photography (he's an old-school darkroom guy...I'm jealous) in between sets and then, he turns around and has me laughing out loud over this funny little kinda-sorta about photography song to start his second set. Very eclectic and diverse. I really look forward to seeing him again in the future. (Gareth)

Spot

(2005-12-07 McAuliffe's Pub) Spot is not only very tallented (singer, ...

Updated: Nov 17, 2006 3:12pm PST

Hi-Fi Christmas Party Benefit Show : (2005-12-03 McAuliffe's Pub) A fabulous evening of music, all to benefit The Blood Center in Milwaukee to support research of Von Willebrands Disease. Tonights performers were October Elsewhere, Sketch Middle, Crush Proof Box, The Bradburys, Jeff Murphy, Phil Angotti & The Idea and Freak City Soundtrack.

Hi-Fi Christmas Party Benefit Show

(2005-12-03 McAuliffe's Pub) A fabulous evening of music, all to benef ...

Updated: Nov 20, 2006 7:01am PST

Kopecky with Strange Land (Ren Faire Party) : (2005-11-05 McAuliffe's Pub) Huzzah! A evening of Thomfoolery and Debauchery as the Lords and Ladies of Ren Faire throw a party. Tonight's entertainment was provided by Kopecky and special guests Strange Land. Included during Kopecky's set was a little Iron Maiden tribute with Chad from Strange Land on vocals and an impromptu jam seesion as Raven and JJ from The Sandcarvers joined the boys for a little Eb Minor "trippy thing." My thanks to Bill, Paul and Joe (The bro's Kopecky), Chad, Sean and Brad (Strange Land) and to all the Ren folk for putting up with this crazed shutterbug.

Kopecky with Strange Land (Ren Faire Party)

(2005-11-05 McAuliffe's Pub) Huzzah! A evening of Thomfoolery and Deba ...

Updated: Nov 20, 2006 7:16am PST

SunSpot & Gary Wortham : (2005-11-4 McAuliffe's Pub) SunSpot & special guest Gary Wortham.

SunSpot & Gary Wortham

(2005-11-4 McAuliffe's Pub) SunSpot & special guest Gary Wortham.

Updated: Nov 20, 2006 7:27am PST

Halloween 2005 at McAuliffe's Pub : (2005-10-28 & 29) Here you are in all your glory! What a fun weekend you made this. The weekend performances by The Pulltops, The Sandcarvers and Sweet Jelly can be found here and here.

Halloween 2005 at McAuliffe's Pub

(2005-10-28 & 29) Here you are in all your glory! What a fun weekend y ...

Updated: Nov 03, 2005 5:38pm PST

The Pulltops : (2005-10-28) The Pulltops perform -- as themselves...kinda, and as "The Ramones" -- for night one of a two night Halloween party at McAuliffe's. More photos of the weekends festivities can be found here and here.

The Pulltops

(2005-10-28) The Pulltops perform -- as themselves...kinda, and as "Th ...

Updated: Nov 20, 2006 7:58am PST

The Twang Dragons : (2005-10-08) Good ole fashioned Honky-tonk took center stage at McAuliffe's in the form of The Twang Dragons. Very tasty sounds and nice people as well.

The Twang Dragons

(2005-10-08) Good ole fashioned Honky-tonk took center stage at McAuli ...

Updated: Nov 20, 2006 8:09am PST

Lyden Moon & Parallel Mind : (2005-10-01) McAuliffe's Pub hosts a double-bill-album-release-party kinda evening with two incredible bands; Lyden Moon and Parallel Mind.

Lyden Moon & Parallel Mind

(2005-10-01) McAuliffe's Pub hosts a double-bill-album-release-party k ...

Updated: Oct 02, 2005 9:37pm PST

Steel Bonnets : (2005-09-16) It was half-way to St. Patrick's Day at the Pub with a double-bill of Steel Bonnets and Carved in Half. JJ would like to thank all of you for participating in the raffle and auctions for the benefit of hurricane Katrina victims. All the money (including the door) went to Red Cross. (Carved in Half pics here)

Steel Bonnets

(2005-09-16) It was half-way to St. Patrick's Day at the Pub with a do ...

Updated: Sep 22, 2005 3:10am PST