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Re: “Best Karaoke Host”
How does someone nominate the Best Karaoke Host in Nashville?
Or is this just the opinion on the writer, Jason Shawhan?
I agree Donna Noack is a great Karaoke Host and love her shows, but there are a lot of other great ones out there too. I would nominate Brad Corsey and Larry Dewese from Larry's, Mitch from Dolan's, JW from Spanky's Bar & Grill, and even note "some" of the wannabe's from downtown.
I have read many reviews about the Best Karaoke in Nashville, and it always comes back with Lonnie's Western Room on Printer's Alley. Wow, really guys? That has got to be the worst of the worst. How could it ever even be considered as a tolerable karaoke bar. The sound system is ridiculous. The software and music all pirated and the hosts all sing 10 songs in a row.
And Buck Wild... What can be said about this tourist trap? If you wanna pay $8 for a 6oz. cocktail, then wait while their KJ sings 3 in a row. You will still get to look forward to them shoving a tip jar in your face claiming they don't get paid at all, and charging your $10-$20 to sing something... Yikes!
If they are slow, you will sing. If their are more than 10 people in the list, break out the wallet and start bribing the KJ. Truly awful.
Larry's is pretty good until the clock strikes 1am and they charge $5 per song.
But guys, we have tipped you $15 throughout the night??? What's up with that?
Spanky's is pretty good. Smaller place, holds about 100 people, but the sound is the best offered, hands down.
So, please tell us how this voting for the "Best" thing works.
It just seems the same ole run down dives keep getting a nod from the Nashville Scene for being awful.
(Oh, that was certainly not directed at Queen Donna Noack, we love her too! lol)
Re: “Best MNPS Teacher”
Could not have said it any better, Kay! MCB is totally inspiring - she believes in her kids and they know it - they start believing in themselves, too. It's a beautiful thing. I hold up Hillsboro's IB program against any public or private school program in town - it is rich with her leadership.
Re: “Best Place Paris Hilton Should Visit”
I never been to Fuse,but I've heard so much about it... I know I belong there...
Re: “Best Place Paris Hilton Should Visit”
I never been to Fuse,but I've heard so much about it... I know I belong there...
Re: “Best Place Paris Hilton Should Visit”
I never been to Fuse,but I've heard so much about it... I know I belong there...
Re: “Best Place Paris Hilton Should Visit”
I never been to Fuse,but I've heard so much about it... I know I belong there...
Re: “Best Predator”
im sure david has a nice big hummer sittin' on dubs in the drive way too. but for some facts. in about ten games toots has dropped the gloves twice. scored two goals and one assist one of which was a game winner. ticket sales are good too. I should know hockey too. Im a season ticket holder and have been since the beginning.
Re: “Best Predator”
Thanks J Dub, David must not be a hockey fan. Jordan Tootoo IS ASS KICKING HOCKEY! He is aggressive and fearless and those other ice hockey punks don't even see it coming from the little guy. Being able to stand up to the biggest guys in hockey and say WE ARE THE NASHVILLE PREDATORS AND YOU WILL FEEL US TOMORROW is talent. And you're right, that is what sells tickets and selling tickets is the point. But what was the point in telling us he had a 12 acre lot? For real? That sounds like a slight case of little man's syndrome right there - whatever makes you feel better sweetie.
Re: “Best Waiter”
Jimmy, Jimmy. We love you. Yes, he is a lady's man for sure. Always just as nice as he can be, and a good host. Regardless if we are "his table" or not, he will drop over for a hello, and a hug if he can get it. He does his job well for sure, but he's just a great guy. I am a resident of Inglewood and a regular also, as others who have commented. My neighbors and I all feel blessed that we have such a fine eating establishment in our neighborhood, and even more blessed to know Jimmy.
Re: “Best Predator”
Toots' detractors like David F. are half of the attraction for fans of Tootoo. We like to pick on you like Tootoo likes to pick on the biggest loser on the other team. And Toots is a huge ticket seller, which is the main idea right now - isn't it? No wonder he was voted best Pred. Thanks for telling us you have a 12 acre backyard in South Nashville. Not sure WTF that has to do with anything other than making you feel better about yourself. If there was any justice in the world, Nash Scene would offer tracking so Toots could show up at your front door with a special gift - gloves off. God knows you deserve it.
Re: “Best Commodore”
One wonders what qualifies Caleb Hannen to access the "Best Commodore" as he shows no appreciation for the complexities of bowling beyond perhaps attending a third grade birthday party. Somehow the average sports fan understands that the golf game he or she plays is not the same one played by Tiger Woods. However, as with this uninformed reviewer, some novice bowlers who rent those ugly shoes once a year believe their game is the same as the high caliber bowler. No way! On the plus side, Mr. Hannen exhibits quite a talent for both praising a worthy individual while trashing her sport in virtually the same sentence - no easy feat.
Re: “Best Predator”
tootoo is an ignorant, stupid, grunt that can only make a living by slapping a stick and dropping his gloves. other than that, he'd be cleaning my 12 acre backyard in South Nashville. David F.
Re: “Best Up-and-Coming Hairstylist”
Sarah Shepherd cut and colored my hair for the first time on Friday -- best haircut in years and the color is outstanding. Sarah Shepherd listened, offered suggestions, danced with my indecision and skillfully channeled what I should have asked for to produce one of the finest salon experiences in my l-o-n-g life. Don't miss Sarah and her talents at Shine.
Re: “Best Waiter”
I would have to agree that Jimmy Boy (I call him Jimmy Boy), is the best waiter in Nashville. I dine at Las Maracas about 3 times a week, since it is 5 minutes from my home in Inglewood...It's a great place to grab a late nite meal after class and is always crowded on weekends. I have been going there for 5 yeaars now. Jimmy takes very good care of me, when the waiter asks if you want the usual...you know he knows you and respects you. It's like I was home in Jersey at the Malibu Diner in Hoboken. Good Food, Good Service at a Good Price.
Re: “Best Karaoke Host”
That was the 2009 Poll. Ha!