28411 Music Profile - Stryker of Gobbler's Knob

Band: Stryker

Style: Covers & original, anything that'll make you laugh or dance around in your little Spiderman skivvies

Instruments: guitar, good looks

Shoe size: 10.5

Favorite Spice Girl: Baby

Stryker is Gobbler's Knob's frontman with a passion for music, good beers and comedy. His off-the-wall 90's Pop covers compliment his catchy, original tunes perfectly.

He can rock a full band's sound by himself...



He has moves like Jagger....



And he smells....like Teen Spirit....

Just tapped - Magic Hat #9

Just tapped at CHOW284, #9 by Magic Hat Brewing Company!!!

At our weekly beer tastings, Magic Hat wowed our regulars and new customers alike. Both #9 and Circus Boy got rave reviews. The remainders of our #9's sold out so quickly after the tasting, we decided to give it its own tap. We've also ordered more of the Circus Boy in bottles!

Beer Advocate - #9
Beer Advocate - Circus Boy

28411 Music Profile - Jamie Stem

Artist: Jamie Stem

Style: Rock - any and all kinds

Instruments: Solo acoustic

Bands: Sinch

Founded: Belly Busters Poker League

Things Jamie doesn't do: Knit, fly kites, eat seafood, suck.

Jamie plays anything and everything rock. From Bob Dylan to Elvis to Pearl Jam, Jamie plays it all. No matter what the set includes, Jamie always brings a pedigree that's professional and veteran.

Jamie is the lead singer of the Doylestown supergroup Sinch. In 1996, the band self-produced its first album titled, The Strychnine, earning it regular live slots along the East Coast. Two years later, Sinch released its second record titled, Diatribe, which gained them further notoriety and won them supporting slots with major label artists including KoЯn, Rob Zombie, Linkin Park and Chevelle.

Dave's 50th Birthday - August 19, 2011

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DAVE!!!

Last night we had the pleasure of hosting David Benjamin's 50th birthday bash and it was a blast. Ya shoulda been there.

We're proud to host such wonderful people.

Thank you all to the David Benjamin crew for a great night!

If you would like for us to cater a party for you, please call us at 215-357-9988 or shoot us an email at info@chow284.com. We can accomodate any type of party.

Cottrell Brewing Tastings tonight 7-9

As always, our Thirsty Thursday involves us handing out free beer again. Tonight we have Cottrell Brewing Company lined up. Aside from making awesome commercials, they also make an awesome brew.

Cottrell Brewing Company was founded in 1996 and has produced annually an average of 5,000 barrells. It's located in Pawcatuck, CT and has quickly become the area's most popular local. There's not a bar in CT or RI that doesn't stock the Old Yankee Ale and Cottrell products have been traveling as far west to Illinois and south to Virginia.

Here's a little virtual of the brewery...

From 7-9 tonight, you can sample Cottrell's Old Yankee Ale, Mystic Bridge IPA & their brand new Safe Harbor Blondde Ale.

(Click on the beer to read Beer Advocate reviews.)

28411 Music Profile - Lou Aiello

Artist: Lou Aiello
Style: Plenty of it
Instruments: His pipes
Nickname: Uncle Lou

Lou Aiello is widely known throughout Bucks and Philadelphia. Lou has become a fan-favorite among CHOW284's regulars. Everybody enjoys his renditions of all-time great musicians such as Eric Clapton, Frank Sinatra & Peter Gabriel.

When Uncle Lou is on fire, no one can touch him...

some even join in the fun, whether it be by dancing or singing.

Lou Aiello will be performing at CHOW284 on Sunday, August 14 @ 7.

28411 Music Profile - Keli Vale

Artist: Keli Vale
Style: jazz/acoustic rock/motown
People: Kevin Hanson(pictured above), Nick Bucci, Al Price, Rick Fusco, Jim Stager, Ken Kweder & more.
Instruments: Depends on set.
Favorite Mike Myers movie: So I Married An Axe Murderer
Favorite Christmas movie: A Christmas Story

 Keli Vale has over 20 years experience and a degree in Vocal Performance. She is versatile in all styles of music and is often accompanied by musicians from a select group. One of her personal favorites is the magnificent Kevin Hanson.

Bruno Mars would be proud...

as would Adele.

Keli Vale will be appearing at CHOW284 on Thursday, August 11 @ 8pm

28411 Music Profile - Joe Rebl

Band: Joe Rebl

Style: Softer modern and classic rock

Instruments: guitar

Friends: Jim Wallick, CHOW284 bartender extraordinaire
Favorite shoe: the flip-flop

Joe is a seasoned vet who's capable of captivating any crowd he's let loose in front of. His versatility allows him to play multiple parts simultaneously.

Watch as Joe uses loops to create the sound of a 4-piece band...


Mr. Brightside



You Can't Always Get What You Want

Joe Rebl will be performing every 3rd Friday at CHOW284.

CHOW's weekly lineup - week of Aug 8

Monday

Belly Busters Poker Tournaments @ 9

It's still early in the season so come on out, win cash, rack up points and earn a shot at $1,000.

$2 Bud, Coors, Miller Lite & Michelob Ultra bottles

Wednesday

Quizzo @ 7

Greg from Mixed Media will be doing his weekly thing - stumping all you wisenheimers.

$5 Miller Lite & Pabst pitchers (you get 3.5 pints from our pitchers)

Thursday

Yards Brewing Co Tastings 7-9

Free samples of Brawler, Extra Special Ale & Philadelphia Pale Ale. Keep your fingers crossed we get Cape of Good Hope in time for samples as well. We've heard really good things about this Imperial Pale Ale.

Live music - Keli Vale @ 8

Not only will Kevin Hanson be providing one awesome guitar for Keli, but it's also her birthday! We've invited half the state of Pennsylvania so come on out and give a little love back to Keli. It's sure to be a bash!

Saturday

Live music - Joe Rebl @ 8

Joe's guitar playing is legendary. He shows his softer side through music with great passion. You'll see him do covers of U2, Bruno Mars, Bob Marley and more!

Sunday

Live music - Lou Aiello @ 7

Every time Lou plays, we implement a dress code for our establishment - MUST WEAR DANCING SHOES. We're gon' be dancin'!

Best. Night. Ever.

The numbers are in. It's official.

Friday, August 5 had the highest sales total for

a single day in CHOW284 history!

Thanks to all who came out - Peggy and her birthday crew (Peggy, you have about 2 more days before we ravage the leftover birthday cake, come claim it), Huge Jackman and their huge fans & last but not least, our faithful regulars who have frequented our establishment on a regular basis.

Here's some memories we'll hold forever.

Thank you, all. Here's to bigger and better things!

A frazzled Liz after a LONG night of work. The Clementine Crush helps.

Jackmaholics.

From right to left: Marty, Shawnee & Jim being stalked by Huge's frontman Craig.

Why Bob?

28411 Music Profile - Huge Jackman

Band: Huge Jackman

Style: Cover band with no limits.

Instruments: guitar, bass, keyboard, drums

Height: Huge

Weight: Huger

Relationship Status: It's complicated.

Huge Jackman is a rock cover band from Philadelphia playing all the high energy songs you know and love. The band consists of CJ Gravity, Eric "Mr Downtown" Gripp, Jordan Schneider & Joe Lowery - all of which have Greco-Roman wrestled, AND DEFEATED the one and only Hugh Jackman. Upon the final member's victory, they were knighted by Hugh and were enshrined "Huge Jackman."

Huge has an extremely versatile set list. They perform sets as a full 4 piece band, as well as acoustic duets. The music they play depends on the color of their mood rings.

If the Jackmen feel like stealing your girlfriend, they might melt her heart with a little Michael Jackson...

if they feel like dancin' you might get a little of this...

and if Huge feels like rockin', they will rock.

28411 Music Profile - 64 Quarts

Band: 64 Quarts

Style: Cover band ranging from classical to rock and some things in between and not in between. In other words, everything.

Instruments: guitar, bass, piano, drums, Ray's head

Turn-ons: people who share their money

Turn-offs: people who don't like Billy Joel

64 Quarts is wise beyond their years. They are like the Confucius of Philly cover bands. The Palmer brothers lead the way with harmonic vocals, guitars and a piano that can be inserted into any song and sound natural. Here it has a reggae feel...

The band consists of extremely talented and versatile musicians with a wide range in cover songs. In an any given set, you're bound to hear Elton John, Billy Joel or even Stone Temple Pilots.

64 Quarts will be appearing at CHOW284 on the first Friday of each month.

This week at CHOW284 - 8/1 - Magic Hat, Huge Jackman & more!

This weekly roundup is a little thin compared to recent weeks, but still promises to be action-packed.

As usual, John and the Belly Busters crew will be hosting their weekly poker tournaments. Games begin tonight at 9. Liz will be serving $2 bottles of Bud, Coors, Michelob Ultra & Miller Lite to participants.

The Quizzo competition has been heating up. Each week, more people strut through our doors claiming to be trivia masters. Quizzo by Mixed Media starts at 7pm. $5 pitchers of Miller Lite & Yuengling for participants.

Thirsty Thursday has a double shot of Magic Hat lined up with Circus Boy & #9 being showcased from 7-9pm. 64 Quarts goes on stage at 8.

Friday, Huge is back! Huge Jackman is a playing a 4 hour set beginning around 8! They'll start off with a little acoustic jam session so they don't pop the dinner crowd's ear drums. As the night goes they'll eventually break out the electric guitars show us a thing or two about rock.

As always, it's shaping up to be a pretty fun weekend here at CHOW284.

Belly Busters Poker FREE Texas Hold'em Tournaments with CASH PRIZES!!!

Every Monday beginning at 9pm - FREE Texas Hold'em Tournaments with CASH prizes.

No buy-ins, no entrance fees, no catch. It's 100% free, anyone can play.

All you have to do is come to CHOW284 and sign in to Belly Buster's book. Points are awarded to the top 5 players each night and CASH is handed to the winner. BB keeps track of your points and at the end of each 3 month season, a $1,000 final tournament is held for all the top players.

It doesn't cost you one single cent and you can win money. Seriously, what are you waiting for?!

$2 bottles of Bud, Coors, Michelob Ultra & Miller Lite for all participants.

Buying food from CHOW284 earns you an extra 1,000 chips.