mark tonin Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 ... for all of the work that you do!It is hard work being a promoter, and I'm sure many people that visit this board are grateful for the numerous cool shows that you've booked in Toronto over the last while. I've always enjoyed communicating with you and reading your posts, as your genuine kindness and huge love of music always shines through, and you always seem willing to try to learn from your mistakes and improve upon what you do.I'm sure that many bands appreciate your efforts as well.I personally still have to get to a Toronto show of yours ... wow it's been a while since I've been to Toronto for any show! Been busy busy busy of late, and to be honest that trip into Toronto can be such a pain in the ass at times. Having said that, the work that you do bringing bands to Toronto is appreciated by me and many others.Trying to spread some early morning positive vibes ... I finally must be recovering from this nasty cold that has made me a grumpy old man lately.Peace, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tickler Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 I have only heard and seen positives things done by Jay. I too look forward to getting to a few Toronto shows in the near future. Thank you for all your hard work as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms.Huxtable Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 Jay is a stand-up guy that's for sure. I am always impressed by his contributions to our scene. He not only plays in a kick ass band, but he promotes bands and shows like nobody's business. He does it not for kudos, not for the money, not to feed an ego, but because he's genuinely interested in seeing shows succeed for both the band and the venue, and genuinely interested in spreading good music to those who will listen. Way to go Jay. You're a fine example. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bokonon Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 Jay and Lynette are two SUPER cool people for a lot of things they do and just the way they are. meeting the two of you and then having you guys move to toronto has been a totally positive experience! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Large Marge Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 If it weren’t for Jay, I might have myself a bank account (and a breakdown from lack of things to do!!!) Keep it coming Mr. Cleary… you’re work is very much appreciated (as are you). Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr_Evil_Mouse Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 Hear hear! I wish I could add to all this; all I can say is that while I'm still fresh to the scene, you've made me feel totally welcome, and I look forward to getting to know you still better - your passion for music is contagious and inspiring (and you're damn funny to boot :. Huzzah! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamo Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 YES JAY! Thanks a million for all of the opportunities you have provided for me and so many others! A true gentleman! Keep it up Jay! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caspien Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 Thanks Jay. Toronto is truly a better place with you around. Keep booking all those great shows and the fan support will keep growing as long as your around. Cheers to Jay Cleary!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 Jay really does so much and he's willing to put his ass on the line for it all. He's supporting this site in any way that he can and I really appreciate it. I just wish he lived in Ottawa. You guys in Toronto are lucky! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bONES Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 i agree with everyone Jay...thank you man BIG UP mr. Cleary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
backbacon Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 Yeah, keep up the good work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmoothedShredder Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 Jay Cleary is a visionary! Toronto truly is a better place with him, so lets not lose him! Also, big shout out to the East Coast... you guys know how to support your music!~W Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boochawan Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 right on brother, right on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaggyBalls Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 jay - you rock. thanks for the kind heart, warm soul, and even temper over the past few months. It's hard to keep at the job and you've stuck through the fickle toronto crowd. don't let the naysayers get you down. you're working towards something very special and rewarding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
\/\/illy Posted February 23, 2005 Report Share Posted February 23, 2005 Genuinely one of the most sincere and nice people that I've had the pleasure to have met. I wish there were more like him. Thanks for being here Jay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcO Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 Once I pulled over on the side of the 401 because I wasn't feeling well and Jay Cleary performed triple bypass surgery on my bloated broken heart with one hand while completing a crossword puzzle with the other. Then he fixed my brakes, doused out a burning school bus full of botulism-plagued orphans and managed to fit in a call to his Auntie Mae who he hadn't spoken to in a while. He smelled great too and was very polite. Thanks Jay! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Funk Dawg Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 I would first like to thank the Jam-academy... Thanks for all the love folks... I certainly need it from time to time. It's been a hell of a run since I landed here in Toronto, about a year and a half ago. Let's call it a rollercoaster! I definitely fell into this Toronto Promoter role, this was a very accidental career move, maybe it was inevitable. I certainly wouldn't say this is the easiest way to make ends meet. Big Friendly, Charles Ketchebaw and Shane McCartney warned me about booking jambands in Toronto. I guess I do it because I guess i find some meaning in my life by supporting this pool of Canadian Talent, and I guess I'm much like you guys: I'm a music junkie. Second phase of Jay Cleary's excellent Toronto adventure continues with more shows but also with me trying to get out and play more. I got a real taste for performing while living in Nova Scotia when I toured for 3 years with folk-rock group The Aaron MacDonald Band and then another 2 years fronting the jazz High Plains Drifter... I've had the pleasure of playing recently with Mark Wilson & The Way it Is, Caution Jam and occasional jams at the Gypsy Co op...planning to get back out there this summer with a new group rockin' out on my guitar. Lots of plans in the works for this summer, I can't wait to get the word out. I want send a big thanks to everyone who has come out to the shows and supports emerging artists and this awesome scene. I'm learning every step of the way how to do this better for the bands and for the fans. Big Thanks also to Jambands.ca, it has been an important tool for in bringing us all together. <<<< thanks for the heady vibes >>>> love, jay cleary Feel free to drop me a line: jay.cleary@sympatico.ca Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guigsy Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 3 cheers for cleary! the man can play the sh!t out of a guitar, and promote the heck out of a show! hip hip hooray! hip hip hooray! hip hip hooray! thanks for all of it, dude. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PassedOutGuy Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 thats great news about u PLAYING more shows Jay... i absolutely love hearing you perform... Much thanks for all your work brother... keep on bringin those great shows to town! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark tonin Posted February 24, 2005 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 What a great post Jay ... it made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Good luck playing, good luck promoting ... And MarcO, thanks for the huge belly laugh that I had when reading your post! Peace, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shainhouse Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 I agree with all the stuff said about Jay... he also makes a mean guac. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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