I'm really glad things worked out to bring me back to Ohio for a couple of shows in August:

Friday August 4: Heath, Ohio
BUCKAROO'S
1314 Hebron Road (Rt. 79), Heath OH 43056 - 740-522-6878
http://buckarooslive.com

Saturday August 5: Plain City, Ohio
BIG GEORGE'S BAR & GRILL
209 Bigelow Ave. Plain City OH 43064 - 614-873-0394
http://biggeorgesbar.com
Joe Neubauer Memorial Poker Run

These will be solo acoustic shows. I don't need to tell you that I'm fired up about coming home to Ohio and sharing some music and good times with my People.

This is great news! I became jealous when I found out that you were going to open for Y&T on the 20th...and I'll be seeing Y&T in Cleveland on the 22nd. But, I don't live that far from Heath so I'm hoping I can make it down for that one! Hope to see you there...

Very cool...we made every attempt to get on the Cleveland show - Y&T has certainly gone to bat for me but for some reason the venue didn't bite. The Heath show will be great - my first Ohio gig of 2006, and I will be doing a couple of hours worth of music. Hope to see you there.

That's too bad the Beachland didn't work things out. The band that they had as the opener was Aftershok, which I found out is the current version of Shok Paris from the 80's. They were pretty good, that guitar player was smokin', but it wasn't Keel, you know?!?!?!?

I will be making every effort to be in Heath and I'm completely stoked to hear that you're doing a couple hours of music. If you play Calm Before The Storm, I'll be most appreciative. And I would love to know the story on how you and Jimmy Bain got together to write it. Jimmy is one of my favorite bass players and is one of the main influences on my style.

Here's to Heath!

Ronnie,
What time do expect to go on at Buckaroo's??

Dont know exactly but I have seen a couple shows there. Doors usually open around 8 and first act on at 9 or 9:30. I would figure about an hour for first act. But I would call venue after 4pm to be sure. As I recall they dont open till then.

I looked at Buckaroo's site and it just says when the doors open. I'm trying to plan the night coz I got a ton of shit to do coz we're leaving for Sturgis very early the next morning.

I'm on my way, will be in OH shortly...I'm looking forward to this visit and these shows, hanging with my friends...opening act Friday will go on around 9, I'll be on sometime between 10-10:30. See ya'll there!

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See ya'll there!

Yes you will!

Awesome Metal Man! It will be good to see you guys, and we'll have a little early anniversary toast for you and Mary.

This just in: Opening act for BIG GEORGE'S on Saturday (Zeus) canceled, so I will be doing two shows - one at 4:00, and one at 9:30. I have also been enlisted to be the guest emcee for this event, introduce the other bands, run the auction, and basically serve as master of ceremonies. Anything for the cause.

[Edited on 8-4-2006 by RK]

Just got back from Heath a few minutes ago and just wanted to say it was great to finally meet you Ron...and THANKS for playing Calm Before The Storm

Ron sounded great and is a real cool guy to talk to and I look forward to seeing him again...and thanks for taking time to talk to the fans, it really does mean alot to us.


[Edited on 8-5-2006 by MAGICTOUCH]

Great show last night Ronnie!!! Sorry we snuck out early but we had to be up at the ass crack of dawn to leave. We hope to see you again soon!

ROAD REPORT - RK/OH 08-4&5-06

As always, I have to budget a day on either side of an Ohio trip to recuperate...

It was awesome seeing so many of my good friends in OH this past weekend, I want to thank everyone for the love & support and good times. There were a few of you MIA...you know who you are...

It was my first visit there all year, and the first post-IronHorse gigs. It was important for me to reconnect with the friends and fans there that have been so loyal to me & IH these past six years, and I think we accomplished that. From the moment my plane landed I was hit with IH drama and an endless stream of commentary regarding the previous week's IronHorse shows, and my recent departure from the band. For the most part, I took the high road and just had fun with it, but it's clear that the wounds are still fresh and will take some time to heal.

The best thing about the Friday gig in Heath were the People. Magictouch, Metlqueen, my posse, the folks from 'Rhythm Art & Groove' magazine, and a number of others in attendance really helped me make the best of a bad situation - a filthy little hole in the wall bar with no stage monitors and one ugly light shining down on the stage...I enjoyed the gig, although I never settled into a comfort zone, and I thank those of you that came out.

Big George's, on the other hand, was an absolute blast - getting to work with my LoneWolf Sound crew (Jimmy & Karen you guys are the BEST); getting to open the festivities on stage with my Brother Of The Southland THE Mr. Charlie Tatman...that was awesome.

My 9:30 solo show felt great, there was a lotta love in the house and I appreciate it. I tried to throw in an extra dose of IronHorse, and the usual KEEL etc...even some Brooks & Dunn...and then the capper: Original IronHorse guitarist Robert Marcello joining me onstage for the climax, performing "Tears Of Fire", "Here Today Gone Tomorrow", and "Until We Fall In Love Again". Cool all the way around.

I can't thank my People enough for the warm welcome, thanks to my Plain City Posse Scott Redding and the boys, and special thanks to Big George for all the friendship, hospitality, and for all the fine food and drink over the weekend. Till next time...

I have to say that this past weekend was totally aweseome. It was great seeing and hearing you again Ronnie. As always you sound great no matter what and I look forward to hopefully seeing you again sometime before the year it over. Good luck in everything you do!!! Take care!!

Kathy

[Edited on 08-07-2006 by SexyLeo75]

Another fine weekend of Keel. Just wanted to post and let everyone know if you missed out on the shows this weekend you truely missed something special. Ron thanks again for making us feel so welcome it was great to see you again. Dispite the shabby surroundings on Friday night you never sounded better. I kinda said the place reminded me of a junk yard shack. The shows at big George's were pure magic especially seeing my 2 favorite guys (Ron Keel and Robert Marcello) back on stage together again. It literally brought tears to my eyes. I get very emotional when I've had to much to drink. I'm hoping to be able to catch at least one of your Pittsburgh shows even if I have to make the road trip without Metalman! See Ya soon.

As I said elsewhere, Thanks to everyone! I could only stay for a while but it was great being there and sharing the stage with Ron and seeing everyone again! Ronnie you are the best and we need to do it again Next year! Thanks for the love, support and kind comments! See ya!
Charlie T

I just want to thank everyone who attended this great event, & gave so

unselfishly,I wish there were more people like you! A special thanks to all

the bands for donating there time when they didn't have to!

To:Jimmy & Karen Hahn, Lonewolf Sound is the best in the business, & we

are lucky to have you as our sound people & our family!

My brother Charlie Tatman, you always deliver the goods & are one the

coolest people it has been my pleasure to know!

Last but not least!

Mr. RON KEEL YOU ROCKED THE HOUSE BROTHER!

It wouldn't have been the success it was without your presence!

From start to finish you were a professional class act!

From hosting the event to playing the first set with Charlie T. because the

opening act cancelled was a life saver bro! Also, The 9:30 set you did had

the crowd screaming their lungs out! It was a special moment when you &

Robert Marcello closed out your set the way you did! I feel sorry for anyone

that missed that performance!(Thanks Robert for being there!)

I know you are a busy guy these days!But,for you to fly in from Vegas for

FREE to help out with the benefit says a lot about the type of person you

are, & you are welcome at my place anytime bro!

THANKS AGAIN TO EVERYONE THAT HELPED OUT!!

George

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Originally posted by RK ROAD REPORT - RK/OH 08-4&5-06 There were a few of you MIA...you know who you are... I

Yea we know who we are!! DAMNIT!! Had some personal stuff here at home that couldnt wait. Joy and I are so sorry for missing these shows and missing hangin with my brother. The phone just doesnt make up for face to face. But in the end I guess that meens we will have to plan a road trip.

We really wish we coulda made these shows especially to hang with Robert again. Between emails and phone calls I really dont think he realizes how much he is missed.

Anywho......good job on another great show to Big George!! Always a bigger and better show every time!!

Congrats to everyone who got to witness history being made once again!!

Thanks for all the kind words, everyone...it makes me proud to be a part of this family of folks from Ohio and beyond who have taken me into their lives.

Hey Mark - I was not singling you out, bro - I knew that you and Joy were dealing with your daughter Leslyn's eye condition and I'm hoping that everything turns out fine for her. No...I was talking about TROY & KIM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

to Heck with Troy... I missed Kim!!! I heard that Troy didn't show something about he was jealous because Wicks brought the loincloth for me but not the hot pink jock strap for him!
That's what I think......

DANG YOU CHARLIE TATMAN!!!! PLEASE STOP GIVING AWAY ALL MY PAST "CLOSET/HISTORY/SECRETS" HA!HA!HA!

Thanx RK.....we are hoping everything turns out well. This week is more tests.


The loincloth has been resurrected once again!! LMFAO!!! HAHAHAHAAHA!!!

"IF YOU RATTLE THE CAGE LONG ENOUGH...THE MONKEY'S GONNA START THROWIN' THINGS..."

Thanks again Ron for signing some covers from some classic vinyl!