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The Great Bar

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800

IRM rocked It's All Good or Good Bar or Great Bar on Friday night. Opening band from local Cal State Channel Islands drew a bunch of college-age fans, some of whom stayed a while through IRM's first set. Like any night at Good, audience builds from first set to packed house for second and third set. That happened again, despite the rain outside and the damp chilly weather. It was good to see old friends and make some new ones by end of night. Check out IRM who will be playing Good the first Friday of every month starting in April. Due to a scheduling snafu for March, there won't be a gig at Good unless another band flakes out.

Premature Valentine's Celebration

Sun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0800

IRM's stoked Watermark's crowd last night of premature Valentine's Day party people. They say absence makes the heart grow stronger and that may have been the case. IRM has been MIA at W2O in 2010 due to a combination of booking screwups and desire to spend weekends skiing in Utah. Prior to the gig start, owner Mark Hartley informed Scott that the band had made the venue's walk of shame. There is now a picture on the wall leading to the bathrooms showing IRM jamming with Ms. Rimes from a few months ago. Cool! Also, he informed the band that they would now be broadcast on the TVs around the bar since cameras had been installed that were focused on the band. Now the barflys can both hear the band and check out the action like voyeurs. Had IRM and their plethora of fans gotten rusty during the layoff from playing W2O? No worries, IRM's supporters more than made up for it with a strong showing throughout the entire gig. Hitting the dance floor often and early, a corner seat filled with IRM friends was a hotbed of activity. Some sampled the sushi from Watermark's restaurant while others preferred Kobe beef sliders and martinis. Wine flowed plentifully as well and the crowd was in the mood to party.

Scott showed off his special red converse V-Day tennis shoes amid much envy and acclaim. (Note: You too can own your own pair by purchasing them online from the Eastbay sportswear website.) Some were dressed in red due to pre-VD celebrations and/or plans to celebrate it on VD once the clock struck midnight. If you are a MMA fan, you must know who Bas Rutten is. You know the bald dude with the sense of humor who co-hosts the popular MMA talk show "Inside MMA." Well, if you want to see his twin, you need to meet Steve at W2O. He's the well-dressed bouncer who can be seen eyeing the crowd for trouble and speaking to someone in his earset mic. Talk to Steve and he'll tell you that Bas has met him a few times and commented on their similarity. Apparently, Steve may act as Bas' stunt double in an upcoming feature film.

IRM debuted a few new tunes that were not really new tunes for the world, only for being performed by IRM. Hole's "Malibu" sounded good, as did Billy Idol's "Rebel Yell" and Doors "Love Me Two Times." Things really started to heat up once Scott announced that the next song would make a perfect Hallmark VD card, AC/DC's "Shook Me All Night Long." Anyway, eventually it was disclosed that 23 year-old Mallory was celebrating her birthday at the venue and IRM serenaded her with their signature Happy Birthday mashup. Mallory also gladly accepted IRM's gift of signature "Inna Rude Mood" thong underwear and quickly slipped them on for the crowd to check out. Scott reminded Ruben that he could by Mallory's father and then it was back to the tunes. All in all, a most fun evening of revelry in an upscale establishment that ended with Maggi telling everyone in the place to "Beat It" like Michael Jackson. Check the calendar for IRM's next date and hope to see you there.

Star Lounge

Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800

IRM rocked the house at The Star Lounge in downtown Ventura. Many fans and old friends showed up for the start and the crowd was great throughout the night. The Star has cut down to one bartender due to some slow nights recently, but Daisy was hopping around all night filling drink orders. It was also her birthday and IRM serenaded her with their special version of Happy Birthday. Scott debuted his "Garth Brooke's style" headset mic and liked it alot; although he needs to work out the kinks so that he doesn't cough into a live mic. IRM debuted "Rebel Yell" and has some other ones that they didn't get to, maybe next time.

Are looking to celebrate Valentines' Day but can't stand the crowded and overpriced scene? Then join IRM at W2O on February 13th for a fun Saturday night and leave the 14th for the suckers. You'll be able to sleep in the next morning and continue the celebration.

Good Start to 2010

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0800

IRM returned to Ventura's local music scene by rocking the hell out of Good. While patrons filtered in during the first set, from the second set on (approx 10:30pm to 1:20am) it was standing room only. The Good bar attracts a younger crowd than W2O and IRM enjoys seeing twenty-somethings reacting well to classic rock. Melissa and Deb took the night off, so no new video footage is available to show you what the scene was like. Take our word that it was hoppin' all night long. IRM plans to continue a monthly gig at Good throughout 2010, so if you missed them in January, you can be sure to see them in February.

A Good 2009

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0800

IRM wrapped up it's final gig of 2009 at It's All Good. It was an unusual night as IRM combed it's back catalog for songs sung by Scott and Ruben. Maggi has come to dominate the lead vocals in the band but was down for the count with a severe cold. Her inability to sing made it an SRV and George Thorogood night. Things went as best as could be expected but no question the band is best when Maggi is 100%.

IRM is continuing their tradition of not playing deep into December and not taking a New Years Eve gig. Maggi, Scott and Ruben will spend time with family and friends over the holidays and then pick things up again in January. One of the band members maintains a vacation house in Utah and will soon hit the slopes on the challenging trails.

The band would like to thank everyone who has come out to see them this past year. [Of course those who did not come out ever can piss off.] IRM has been fortunate to count many people around Ventura County as fans and this has been one of the most successful ever. We added Watermark as a new venue this year and have had some great times there. It's also been fun to play at Good monthly and connect with youngsters who enjoy classic rock, funk and alternative. Happy Holidays to all and see you next year!

Deck the Halls of W2O

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0800

IRM rocked W2O patrons for the second time in three weeks. The crowd was amped to celebrate the Holiday season and the band was celebrating Maggi's Birthday. Mr Hofer and Mr James were in the house and did shots with Scott at the break. Then Bushnell's office party joined the crowd and all hell broke loose. We're not sure but there appeared to be people dressed in Christmas costumes and taking way too many pictures with their stuffed Santa. All in all another most excellent night of fun at Watermark's W2O. IRM's next gig at W2O will be on February 13th when most people will be celebrating Valentine's Day. Make your plans now.

IRM has only one more gig in December before taking their customary break. See you next weekend at It's All Good.

The Good Bar

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800

IRM rocked the fine fine patrons of The Good Bar last night. This downtown venue has been attracting a young late night crowd and Saturday night was no different. Band started at 9:30 to a few patrons and slowly started drawing people in who were strolling downtown. Eventually the place filled up with youngsters and they enjoyed IRM's eclectic sets, especially any classic rock song they recognized from playing Guitar Hero and Rock Band. A Star was born around the third set as a fairly intoxicated young lady decided to join the band. Initially she was a go go dancer next to Maggi/Scott, then she decided to sing into Scott's ear and finally she bumped and grinded against Scott during his lead of Sweet Child of Mine. Ruben thanked the young fan by giving her his drum sticks at the end of the night and she promptly sat down at his set and started hitting the drums. That prompted an angry bouncer to bounce her by throwing the drum sticks into the street. She pushed him and quickly retrieved her sticks. Violence was unfortunately in the air downtown as IRM witnessed a minor melee across the street from the club as they were packing up their stuff. A group of young men fought each other for a while, with no one really getting hurt, until finally the bouncers from The Good Bar went across the street and broke it up. By the time the cops were on the scene, no one was around. All in all, a fun night downtown and one IRM will seek to replicate when they play at The Good Bar again on Dec 11th. Be there and get a front row seat to the action.

Partying at Watermark's W2O Rooftop Lounge

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800

IRM rocked the party people enjoying W2O's rooftop lounge. Check out some youtube footage shot by a new camera operator that IRM was auditioning for band videographer.It's a little shaky and a little dark, but you get the idea of how much everyone was enjoying their evening out. Why weren't you there? We don't know but we do know that IRM will return to W2O each month and you need to check out the scene.

Melissa & Amy's Halloween Adventure

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Check out the pictures posted today from IRM's Halloween night gig at The Star Lounge. The pics are courtesy of Melissa/Amy and documents their night at the Star Lounge. We couldn't post all pictures because we like to keep this a family-oriented website. But, take it on good authority that as the night got later, the pictures got more, shall we say revealing. If you'd like us to post your Halloween pictures from the Star, please send them to us. Also, please remember to delete any after-party pictures that may also be on the same roll so you won't find yourself in the same compromising position that Melissa and Amy now find themselves in.

Peaceful at the Palms

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800

IRM enjoyed rocking the crowd at the Palms last night. In the summer, Carp is filled with tourists who party at the Palms. Yet, in the winter months it's mostly the gentle townfolk and they are a friendly bunch. What they lack in numbers as compared to summer night gigs, they make up in enthusiasm and volume. They cheered loudly and danced hard. IRM looks forward to returning in early 2010 to rip up the town once again.