Buddies Tavern is a cozy neighborhood bar that has an Elks Hall vibe and a super friendly staff. It’s been around since the Bailey family started it in 1952 and probably hasn’t changed much since then. The one major change came in the form modern musical focus courtesy of booking guru Mike Grau, long time guitarist for The Marbles, The Munchee Bunkers and several others.

The laid back atmosphere combined with Grau’s philosophy of putting more focus on real talent instead of ticket sales had my old school chums murmuring…