Guestbook
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Rocked the House!
Black Thorne East Durham NY
You tore it up at the Catskill Mountain Thunder Spring bike run. Hell of a show you guys put on and rocked like a Hurricane! Everywhere you guys go it's one huge rock n roll party! Thanks for kick starting my heart and feeding my need for rock and metal to keep me going strong.
Mike writes:
What an awesome time!! Bikes rolling through!! People insanely cool!! Thank you for dropping by here and giving us some wonderful feedback!! Rick in!! Weâll see ya soon!! Mike and the Monsters!
Crystal Giroux
u guys did really good up at the camp on saturday night, u were fantastic. LUV U MIKE SO MUCH
Dan
Clifton Park
First time hearing you this past week. First band I'd thought you do well with is Cheap Trick. Maybe some Dream Police or Surrender.
Mat The DJ
Mulligans
Epic Show Last Night.. 
You Guys Tore It Up!!!
You Guys Tore It Up!!!Dawn, Jenn, Amanda, Stacey
Inn@Leeds/Railyard
Love coming to see you guys rock out. You are the perfect company when us girls need to dance all night long... Thank you!!
Do you happen to do any Halestorm?
Do you happen to do any Halestorm?
Mike writes:
Hey Girls!!! Thanks for the nice comments!! Looking forward to seeing you at the Inn @ Leeds & The Railyard!!!! Yes, we do a Halestorm song!!! "I get off" and we are currently working on 2 covers that they did..hopefully we have them ready for the gigs!! (Heart & Girlcrush)See you soon!! \m/ Mike,M.J.,Vince, Tucker & Andy
Ben Patrignani
Waterford NY
I have some songs I think you would sound great covering - somebody's gonna get there in tonight/the rezillos - terror squad/artillery - brain dead/exodus- the razors edge/AC/DC - nervous breakdown/black flag - the government flu/dead kennedys - last caress/the misfits - orgasmatron/Motörhead - pretty vacant/sex pistols
Gail
Sandy's Clam bar Glens Falls
Caught you for the first time past week. LOVE the female rockers tribute. Excellent voice. You hit those highs well. Would have loved to hear some "gristle" in there.
Such as Garbage- I think I'm Paranoid, Stupid Girl etc. Blondie- any of her punk. Breeders- Cannonball. Maybe even some SpaceLord by Monster Magnet. Didn't stay whole time so may have missed but also some real shredding solo instrumentals. Any Metallica early stuff? Here's an out there one- Carly Simon, You Belong to Me. etc. Rock on. Need more women hard core rockers in my opinion.
Such as Garbage- I think I'm Paranoid, Stupid Girl etc. Blondie- any of her punk. Breeders- Cannonball. Maybe even some SpaceLord by Monster Magnet. Didn't stay whole time so may have missed but also some real shredding solo instrumentals. Any Metallica early stuff? Here's an out there one- Carly Simon, You Belong to Me. etc. Rock on. Need more women hard core rockers in my opinion.
Mike writes:
Hey Gail! glad you liked what you saw! We are back at sandys 3 times next month. As far as the heavy stuff,, we usually pull it out later in the eve.. and dependent on the audience..but we are currently adding Walk.. by Pantera!! Your right.. adding some Blondie would be cool! Love this lady!! We'll see what we can do. Thanks for the message! Hope to see ya soon! Mike, and all the Monsters \m/
Bryan
Glens Falls
Yo awesome job last night at sandy's. Keep bringin the METAL and Pop punk I would love to see you guys play the following.
Sex Pistols-No Feelings
Ramones-Sedated
Iron Maiden-Aces High
Iggy and the stooges-Search and Destroy
Lunachicks-Don't Want you
Blink 182-Whats my age again?
Love you guys catch you next time.
Sex Pistols-No Feelings
Ramones-Sedated
Iron Maiden-Aces High
Iggy and the stooges-Search and Destroy
Lunachicks-Don't Want you
Blink 182-Whats my age again?
Love you guys catch you next time.
Mike writes:
Hey Bryan!! Thanks for the requests and rockin with us!! METAL!!!We'll do our best for ya!! See ya soon!! Love meeting new rockers! Your the best! Mike, and all the monsters!!
Ellie
Inn at Leeds
So awesome to see you guys at any time. Can't wait for the 22nd See you in Leeds. Love and peace
Ron Osborne
Hudson
Hey always have a blast with you guys... always look forward to a good time with the Band. All of you Rock!
Mike writes:
Hey Ron!!! Thanks so much!! Glad we rocked with you!!! See you soon!!
Colleen & Justin Lanahan
Wedding
Michaele Ann-
We cannot thank you enough for all you did for us. Mke and the Monsters truly made our wedding and we are so grateful! You guys are so talented and everything was absolutely perfect. I so appreciate all of the time you put into preparing our play lists and learning our first dance song was incredible! Everyone had a blast and we will be talking about how great our wedding and music was for a long time!!!
Thank you!!
Colleen and Justin
We cannot thank you enough for all you did for us. Mke and the Monsters truly made our wedding and we are so grateful! You guys are so talented and everything was absolutely perfect. I so appreciate all of the time you put into preparing our play lists and learning our first dance song was incredible! Everyone had a blast and we will be talking about how great our wedding and music was for a long time!!!
Thank you!!
Colleen and Justin
Kristin
Tankerds
OMG! Where are all the bloggers? We had an AWESOME TIME Saturday night! Thank you, thank you, thank you! I need to let my hair down every now and then and when we hear you are in town, well that's the night this girl rocks! Make sure you update this page soon so I know where you will be for future dates. 😊
To our friend Kristin!! writes:
So glad you let your hair down & rocked with us!! We LOVE that you did!! We had an awesome time with everyone!! See you soon!!Can't wait!! xo - Mike and the Monsters!
Tony
troy, ny
Hey, I was just told that mike is out of the band!? What happened?? I see nothing on your facebook page so I looked here. I also heard there is already a replacement??
Mike writes:
Hey Tony!!! Well...rumors can def. get started when bands make changes, but ..I have to say..The band is called "Mike" and the monsters. If there was a new singer, I guess they would have to find someone named Mike to fill the position!!! LOL!! Really, changes were made, but I'm still the singer and the band has continued to move forward (with alot of energy and a new charisma)!! Hope to see you at our shows!! MIKE!!
Sandy & Brad
Saratoga Springs
Loved your show!!!
Felt like I was in a street fight the next day.....all beat up from dancing and rock'in out!!
xoxo from Sandy & Brad
Felt like I was in a street fight the next day.....all beat up from dancing and rock'in out!!
xoxo from Sandy & Brad
Mark Garrett friend of Mike&TheMonsters
Michael's Banquet House
To my friends Mike, David, John, and Jim~ how can I ever thank you guys enough for playing the Joseph M. Grounds Memorial Concert. A tribute to my close friend killed in a motorcycle accident. What a memorable night and celebration of his life bringing all of his family and friends together. I was honored to share the stage with you guys,and I want you to know that you guys will always hold a special place in my heart. I will never forget what you guys did for my friend, I love you all!!! Mark Garrett~ Drummer Super8Six
Erin Rumbutis
Utica NY
You guys rocked out again @ the Venue me and my girls had an AWESOME time, sorry there wasn't a bigger turn-out. Hope you guys are planning another date there, hope to see you soon.
Chris
Utica, NY
Well I was at the Venue tonight in Utica and you guys were awesome. Your guitarist was rocking out like crazy. Anyways, kick ass job and keep rocking out.
Marlene Bieber
Albany NY- Appletini's 9/2
What a kick ass time we had!! It was such a pleasure meeting you Michael Ann and your husband Rick. We will be checking your show dates and I am sure we will catch another show soon!!! KEEP ROCKIN'
Mike and Rick writes:
Hi Marlene!
Thanks for hanging out with us the other night! It was a great time and we always enjoy meeting new people that truely appreciate the hardwork we put into our shows. Hopefully you and the girls will be out again to see us soon! Dont be shy, let us know your at a show, we are far from being unapprochable! Thanks for your support!
Mike and all the Monsters!
Thanks for hanging out with us the other night! It was a great time and we always enjoy meeting new people that truely appreciate the hardwork we put into our shows. Hopefully you and the girls will be out again to see us soon! Dont be shy, let us know your at a show, we are far from being unapprochable! Thanks for your support!
Mike and all the Monsters!
Loretta-Great night at Appletini's
Appletini's-Albany, NY
My friends and I went to Appletini's last night and had the opportunity to meet Michaele Ann and Rick. You both were wonderful. The girls and I loved the band and hope to see you again really soon! We would really love to see you visit Oneonta, NY but, definitely worth driving to Albany!!
Mike and Rick writes:
Hey there!
Thanks again for coming out to see us! We appreciate the support and love to add new friends! You can never have enough friends! We have alot of shows coming up this fall and if you know of a good club in your area please let us know the info and maybe we can play there!
Thanks again, it was great to meet you. Tell your friends about us!
Thanks again for coming out to see us! We appreciate the support and love to add new friends! You can never have enough friends! We have alot of shows coming up this fall and if you know of a good club in your area please let us know the info and maybe we can play there!
Thanks again, it was great to meet you. Tell your friends about us!
JIMMY BAILEY & MIKE AND THE MONSTERS FA
NC
LOOKING FORWARD TO BEING A LONG TIME FAN AND BEING ON THE EMAIL LIST AND RECEIVING NEW'S LETTER'S! WOULD LIKE SEE A CONCERT HERE IN NORTH CAROLINA! MIKE AND THE MONSTERS ROCK!
Mandy
Mechanicville/Clifton Park
You are wonderful, thank you for everything you have done for Jess. She is blessed to have you in her life. It means the world to our family to know you guys are here for her. Cant wait to see you play! All our love!
Dale, Betsy, & Mandy
Dale, Betsy, & Mandy
Rick, Mike Ron Dave and John writes:
Mandy,
It was very sad for us all. We will miss John. Jessica is extended family to us! We will help her out throught the hard times as any friend or family would do. Hope to see you soon.
It was very sad for us all. We will miss John. Jessica is extended family to us! We will help her out throught the hard times as any friend or family would do. Hope to see you soon.
Eric
The Venue Utica, NY
I have to say it again, you guys rock!! The show at The Venue was awesome. I can't wait to see you guys play again. Please let me know when your cd is coming out. I really want a copy. I see that you're coming back to us on 26 Sept. I'll definitely be there, no doubt about it. please keep in touch.
Mike and the Monsters writes:
Thanks Eric!
You guys were great! Thanks for having us and We'll be seeing you soon!
All you folks at The VENUE are a class act! Thank you!!!
You guys were great! Thanks for having us and We'll be seeing you soon!
All you folks at The VENUE are a class act! Thank you!!!
Joe and gang
Appletini's 3/28
Hi Mike and the Monsters. I was at the Appletini's gig this weekend, and it was rockin! I can't remember the last time I saw a band worthy of staying until the end of the show. Your song selection is great! Something for everyone. I'll try and make out there again on May 2. I'm spreading the word about how good you guys are...
Mike and all the Monsters writes:
Hey Joe and Gang!
Thanks for Hanging out at Appletini's Saturday night!! We apprciate the kind words. It's people like you and your kind replies that make all the hard work worth it!!!!
We have alot of shows coming up. Check back for show dates and the next time you are at a show, please say hello!
Rock on!
Mike and the Monsters
Thanks for Hanging out at Appletini's Saturday night!! We apprciate the kind words. It's people like you and your kind replies that make all the hard work worth it!!!!
We have alot of shows coming up. Check back for show dates and the next time you are at a show, please say hello!
Rock on!
Mike and the Monsters
kayla
utica,ny
my friends and i are planning on catching your show in utica on 4/25, it would be sweet if you could play some paramore!!!!
MIke and the Monsters writes:
Hey Kayla!!
Thanks for dropping us a line! We are looking forward to hitting Utica HARD in a few weeks!! If you've never seen our show, I promise you it will be a good one! Working on some Paramore and maybe we'll have it ready when we play at The Venue. We do a few Evanessence tunes which I'm sure you'll dig! Tell your friends to make plans to hang with Mike and the Monsters! Please introduce yourself to us so we can put a face with the kind words you gave us!
Peace!
Mike and the Monsters
Thanks for dropping us a line! We are looking forward to hitting Utica HARD in a few weeks!! If you've never seen our show, I promise you it will be a good one! Working on some Paramore and maybe we'll have it ready when we play at The Venue. We do a few Evanessence tunes which I'm sure you'll dig! Tell your friends to make plans to hang with Mike and the Monsters! Please introduce yourself to us so we can put a face with the kind words you gave us!
Peace!
Mike and the Monsters
J & J...The Tire People...
Clifton Park, NY
To any one who's new to the area, or spending any Holiday Time in the Capital District, these guys are a "gotta see!" They REALLY COOK, and much more fun than "The Egg!".
Steve (Stagger Lee) Eidem
Greeley, Colo.
Are you aware that there was an 8 piece blues band in the Fargo, ND area from the mid-80's to 2003 called Mike and the Monsters? I was a member for about 7 years. Hope to get to the Albany area again soon to check out your group.
mikeand THE MONSTERS....
RIVERFRONT PARK IN TROY ON SUNDAY.
I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW THAT YOU GUYS PUT ON THE BEST SHOW I HAVE EVER SEEN IN NY, I CAME FROM NV AND I AM GOING TO GO BACK SOON, HOPE TO SEE YOU GUYS PLAY ONE OR TWO MORE TIMES BEFORE I GO BACK HOME FOR GOOD..YOUR THE BEST A ROUND....CINDY FROM TROY
Shirtless Johnny
Jersey
Sent: Aug 8, 2008 1:10 PM
To: mike@mikeandthemonsters.com
Subject: Wednesday 8-6 Gig
Mike and the Monsters!
I hope you remember me I'm the guy with the shaved head from New York City who was dancing with some insane chick at your gig Wednesday 8-6 in
Saratoga. She actually ripped my shirt in two and chewed my buttons off.
What was my favorite shirt is just a memory now but all well worth it.
I was with two of my buddies and we hit about 5 bars around that area, was every band we saw a folk group!! After we walked out of what I think was our fourth bar I heard actual drums and I said to my friends follow me. We came upon Mare and heard frigging AC/DC blasting through the speakers and I said we are going here! Needless to say 3 hours and 12 Kettle Ones later we had the best time dancing with your band. I mentioned to Mike and I believe the drummer we are from New Jersey and all work in Manhattan so to say we have seen our fair share of cover bands in the last 20 years is putting it mildly. I personally have worked in numerous bars where we feature cover and original bands. I'm not blowing smoke up your butts but you may have been the best cover band I have ever seen. I just wanted to thank all of you for finally a cover band who expands their set lists to more than the same 10 songs I hear all the time. If I ever hear Pour Some Sugar On Me again I
think I'll crack. You guys rock!
How do we get you to the Jersey Shore? I have a couple of good contacts down there if you want a really great gig and you want to travel, the Jerseyites would love you.
Best of luck to the band. We have already booked our trip to Saratoga for 2009. Granted we do love the horses and the beautiful track but the
highlight of our mini vacation was Mare on Wednesday night with that sexy Mike and her Monsters. You guys are great.
Regards,
Shirtless John
Liz R.
Galway
Hello,
I saw you guys in Saratoga in June at Mare! Wow! You guys are awsome! I could'nt sleep and I was checking your website to see if you were in Saratoga again. Do you guys do the Buck Cherry song crazy bitch? I love that song! Hope to catch you guys again this summer. Lizzy
I saw you guys in Saratoga in June at Mare! Wow! You guys are awsome! I could'nt sleep and I was checking your website to see if you were in Saratoga again. Do you guys do the Buck Cherry song crazy bitch? I love that song! Hope to catch you guys again this summer. Lizzy
Mike writes:
Hey Liz! We're glad you had a great time! We were at "Mare" in Saratoga last night 8/6! If you were there you didn't introduce yourself as Liz! So if we talked last night, sorry, and if you were'nt there it was a GREAT night, and sorry you missed it! Hope to see you at one of the upcoming shows! Due to the overwhelming response last night we were requested to come back in August on a Sunday night! Just working out the details! As for the Buck Cherry song....LOVE it!!! It's on our "To do" List!! Please watch our site for new dates, and p.s., we will be at "It's Confidential" in Saratoga on fri 8/29, the night of the CrueFest at SPAC!! Should be ROCKIN!!! Thanks again for the nice comments, and we hope to see you soon!!!
Mike and the Monsters
Mike and the Monsters
chris stewart
west sand lake, n.y
you def took dennystock to another level sat at my dads party, me and my whole crew were amazed at how much you guys rocked and what a diverse set list ya'll had cant wait to see you again espically at dennystock 2009..........
Mike and the Monsters writes:
Hey Chris,
Thanks, we appreciate the good words from you. Your Family is a class act! We really enjoyed the eveing at DENSTOCK! Everyone there was great.
We keep going back to term "over the top"!
Hope to see ya soon, check out the show dates, we have alot more coming up for the summer. It's people like you and your Friends and Family that make it all worth it for us!
Mike and the Monsters
Thanks, we appreciate the good words from you. Your Family is a class act! We really enjoyed the eveing at DENSTOCK! Everyone there was great.
We keep going back to term "over the top"!
Hope to see ya soon, check out the show dates, we have alot more coming up for the summer. It's people like you and your Friends and Family that make it all worth it for us!
Mike and the Monsters
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