Rivalry's first show as a four piece band was at Vinnie's Rock Bottom in March of 2008. Vinnie's later relocated directly across the mighty Rock River in Jefferson, WI.
What's up All? The last time we wrote our blog was titled "Wer'e Still Here." Again, months have gone by without writing. I just wanted to say that we're all really looking forward to the next shows coming up. We took a month off for some much needed R&R, but now we're back in the game. We had a really great practice last week and are so excited for the Thanksgiving Eve show at the Velvet Lips Lounge. We have been writing new material again and learning some great new covers. We've also been working with a really great sound guy and feel very blessed to have someone working the sound board so that we can concentrate on being creative. A special thanks to Brian and Kristen for coming aboard the ship!
I was asked by a very dedicated fan if we could have the album done for maybe a sort of "Christmas gift". Yeah, I agree. That may be a stretch, but plans are in the works to get this beast done! It really has been too long. We almost have an entire second album written ... WHY ISN'T THE FIRST ONE DONE!?? I apologize. I'm getting on it, Guy! The day after Thanksgiving (Black Friday ... and yes, I'll be at the 'Nards at 5am) we'll be at the Sports Pub in Madison, and then the next night we'll be at the MT Bar in Waterloo. Check out "The Shows" link for up-and-coming gigs as well. Take care and have a wonderful Turkey Day.
2009-12-22 - Katie Rocks!! Sure would love some AC/DC songs in the lineup, may I suggest Shoot to Thrill or There's Gonna Be Some Rockin, maybe Ain't No Fun Waiting Round? The nearest AC/DC cover band is out in Washington State or Ohio, which is sad for us WI AC/DC fans. Love your cover of DIO, BTW! - Mason
2009-12-25 - Hello all!! thought I would send a shout out to all our fan's in hopes of a wonderful x-mas holiday.Also would like to mention that the entire band is very excited for our big New Year's Gig @ lake ripley lanes!Hope we see as many of you as possible and we will rock in 2010 !!!! Thanks from all of us for such a great yr. - Tim Schmitt
2010-02-07 - The 100th at Rock Bottom was such a great show. Such talent and skill. Never a dull moment,very proffesionally done.Truly amazed by Katies vocal capabilities!!! You are so awesome. How about I'm So Sick by Fly Leaf? I think you guys could rock it! Thanks for signing the CD. Wife loves it too,and I told her she really needs to see the show and you guys need to get a CD out there. - Randy
2010-02-13 - Katie, I watched you play for a bit last night at Erin's Irish Pub. I was in the other room eating when I heard the music. I said to my parents, "Either this is a live album or someone has an unbelievable voice". I walked over and you were playing. Just wanted to give you some words of encouragement. You have an amazing talent. Keep working at it and you will catch a break. Great stage presence also. Cheers for now. -Kyle- - Kyle