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	3.6.06 "Green Season" with The Killdares Begins Now! Greetings Killdare Fans! It's official. Green Season has begun. Time to get yer Irish up!...because one of the biggest times of the year for the band is already upon us. St. Patrick's Week starts a little early for the band this year, which means more fun to be had by all. Plenty of places to come on out and support the band. And if you're brave enough...we'd love to see you at every show. The band plans on breakin' out some special new songs for the season...so come on out and sing loud, sing proud. The week begins Next Friday, March 10th with a special pre-St. Paddy's Day concert at the Palace Theater in Corsicana, TX. A 600-plus seat Vaudeville venue from the 1920s, this historical place will be a night to remember. Flash forward the next day March 11th, and join the band as they perform for the Greenville Ave. post-Paddy's parade party at Milo's, just before Texas rockers the Toadies take the stage. On the great St. Paddy's Day itself Friday March 17th, wake up to the sounds of the KDs when they appear LIVE at 8:00am with "Bo and Jim" on 92.5FM KZPS. Then come on down that evening to The Idle Rich outdoor celebration as The Killdares headline an entire night of music. And if that's not enough, follow the crew to Austin on Saturday March 18th, when the band performs on 6th street for the Heart of Texas Music Festival in the "heart" of the international South by Southwest music conference. March 10th, Palace Theater, 7:30pm - Corsicana, TX March 11th, Milo's Greenville Ave. parade party, 12:30pm - Dallas, TX March 17th, LIVE performance/interview, "Mornings w/ Bo & Jim" 8:00am - 92.5FM KZPS - Dallas, TX March 17th, Idle Rich Irish Pub St. Patrick's Day celebration, 5:00pm - Dallas, TX March 18th, Heart of Texas Music Fest (at club Spill on 6th street), 5:00pm - Austin, TX Click here for directions and ticket info.
3.1.06 Killdares to appear LIVE on the Radio - Friday, March 17th - 92.5FM KZPS Wake up "green" this year on St. Patrick's Day with The Killdares as they appear live at 8:00am with "Bo & Jim and the Morning Show" on Dallas' one and only classic rock station 92.5 KZPS. Turn on, tune in and start St. Paddy's Day off right with the best Celtic Rock band out there. The band will be interviewed, and will be performing some special versions of their songs to set the mood in motion for the day. Don't forget to...listen and call in to the Studio Line: 214 or 817-787-1925
	2.23.06 VOTE NOW! - Nominate The Killdares for the 2006 Dallas Observer Music Awards It's that time of year everyone! Starting today, The Killdares are asking all of their friends and fans out there to go to www.dallasobserver.com and nominate the band in multiple categories for the 2006 Dallas Observer Music Awards. Hurry up...because nominations close March 8th. Categories include: Best Act In Town Musician of the Year [Roberta Rast, 2005 National Grand Master fiddle champion - Nashville, TN] Best Album [Any Given Element] Best Song [Your choice] Best Male Singer [Tim Smith] Best Instrumentalist [Roberta Rast (fiddle), Matt Willis (bagpipes), Brek Lancaster (guitar)] Please enter only one nomination in each category. Feel free to skip categories, but be warned: Voting in only one category (or voting for only one band repeatedly on multiple forms) is considered ballot stuffing...and these ballots will be discarded. So click away everybody...and show the metroplex that The Killdares are the best band out there! For a direct link to the 2006 voting ballot click here.
2.15.06 Support the Cause... Film Springs Eternal The Killdares are proud to announce their appearance this Sunday, February 19th in Austin, TX for a special benefit concert. Chosen as headline performer, the band will donate their time for a show at Ruta Maya International Headquarters. The night and all funds will go towards the making of a film about Austin's famed Barton Springs area. Killdares perform at 7:30pm. A suggested $10 donation is being asked at the door. For more information please contact ragtopmnfilms@yahoo.com
	2.1.06 MySpace is Your Space! The band has just surpassed the 200-friend mark on the official Killdares MySpace page...and the list just keeps growing. Tell your friends! Tell your friends' friends! Have them tell their friends! Yes, the official band website is of course important...but who said double-dipping is bad. Join the KD mailing list from this website, then slide on over to MySpace and become a friend. Introduce yourself, post some comments and blog away
1.20.06 New Album Reaches Record Sales After only 3 months on the market, the band's new record "Any Given Element" has surpassed all projected sales estimations and has entered into its second pressing. With record sales at this past year's State Fair of Texas as well as online, the band and their management could not be happier. They would like to send out a special "Thank You" to all the fans, friends and families out there that continue to support the album. This record is in a class by itself. Keep spreading the word to everyone you know!
	1.15.06 Into the Heart of Texas The schedule is now posted for the 7th Annual Quadruple Bypass Heart of Texas Music Festival down in Austin on March 15-18, and The Killdares have been slated to play on the main stage, Saturday March 18th at 5:00pm. Happening at the same time as the famed SXSW Music Conference, this event boasts 7 stages right in the "heart" of all the industry action. Come on down to support the band for a post St. Paddy's Day celebration.
1.1.06 50 Years of Excellence! As the new year kicks off to great start, The Killdares are proud to announce that they have been chosen to perform at the 50th Anniversary Grandfather Mountain Highland Games festival in North Carolina on July 7 - 9, 2006. This is a major honor for the band, as this event is one of the largest Scottish Highland Game gatherings in the entire nation. The band will perform multiple sets throughout the 3 days, and will be featured in a Saturday night Celtic Rock concert as well.
	12.31.05 New Year's Eve at the KC Hall Thanks for everyone who came out and spent a great evening with The Killdares at the KC hall in Dallas! This is the second year The Killdares have played New Year's here and we hope to go for year 3 in 2006! The band put on three spectacular sets, and at midnight exactly, the pipes struck up with "Auld Lang Syne" and the rest of the band joined in for a Rockin' ringing in of the new year!
11.12.05 Viva Europa! Festival in East Dallas What a great time! The Killdares just finished playing the Viva Europa! Festival, held by the Multi-Ethnic Education & Economic Development Center (MEED). Many old friends came out to support the band, and we think we picked up more than a few new fans!
	11.5.05 Hard Rock Cafe CD Release Party! Come out to support The Killdares at the Hard Rock Cafe in owntown Dallas and purchase your very own copy of our latest CD, "Any Given Element." Only $5 at the door--bring out family and friends!
10.29.05 Roberta Rast wins National Fiddle Championship...performs on Grand Ole Opry This weekend in Nashville, TN... Thousands of people witnessed a incredible fiddle feat. Killdares fiddler Roberta Rast became the 2005 Grandmaster fiddle champion, taking first place out of 40+ of the country's best players. Known for its very rigorous elimination process, the Grandmaster National Fiddle Competition reached a higher profile this year and was held for the first time in conjunction with the International Blugrass Music Association awards (IBMAs). As part of her honor and reward for winning the contest, Roberta performed live on stage at the IBMAs...and was given 2 featured spots that night on the Grand Ole Opry along side Brad Paisley and Winona Judd.
	10.5.05 The New Album Has Arrived! It's been a long time coming, but now it has arrived! The Killdares are pleased to announce the arrival of their 4th full-length album. Entitled "Any Given Element", this record has drawn on many different sounds and stylings to further solidify that unique Celtic Rock sound that only The Killdares have. It is the first KD recording featuring national fiddle champion Roberta Rast and competition bagpiper Matt Willis, plus the solid bass and guitar pairings of Jim Dawson and Brek Lancaster...with of course Tim Smith returning on lead vocals and drums. Sporting a hefty track listing of 11 songs (featuring 2 powerful instrumentals), and clocking in at just under 50 minutes...this album has truly captured the spirit of the band more than any recording to date. To date, it is only available at the band's current State Fair of Texas shows...but will be available online throught the official KD website Merchandise store in the coming weeks! When asked about his thoughts on making this records, producer Ronan Chris Murphy stated: "I am really stoked about this album. I think its really special. One of those albums that has a reason for existing, in terms of really having something to offer. I think people everywhere are going to dig it and I am really proud to be a part of it." The Killdares thank all of you for waiting, and for the continued support! No need to wait any longer. "Any Given Element" has arrived! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making this so much fun. We hope you enjoy this awesome album as much as we do!
9.29.05 Killdares Perform for 7th Straight Year at State Fair of Texas! Beginning Friday, September 30th The Killdares will once again be performing 7 shows a day for 24 consecutive days (9/30 - 10/23/05). That's 168 shows for those who are counting! Yes it's true...the band has been invited back for an incredible marathon event that has earned them the title of "the hardest working band around." This will be their 7th straight year at the fair, and The Killdares could not be more happy to have received such a wonderful invite again. This year's State Fair tour marks the release of the band's brand new album as well. Stay tuned for more details on how to get your copy. Showtimes: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8pm on the Budweiser stage at the Cotton Bowl Plaza. Go to www.bigtex.com for more info.
	8.19.05 Studio Update: Final Stages of Recording As the hot Texas month of August winds down, The Killdares' manager Harold Collum, Jr. has announced that the band's new album will be produced by world-class producer Ronan Chris Murphy. Currently living in Marina del Ray, CA...Ronan has worked with the likes of King Crimson (several albums), Steve Morse (Dixie Dreggs Deep Purple), Terry Bozzio (Zappa, Missing Persons), Steve Stevens (Billy Idol), Tony Levin (Peter Gabriel, John Lennon, Pink Floyd)), Martin Sexton, Jamie Walters, Joan LaBarbara (Philip Glass Ensemble, Steve Reich) as well as various projects featuring members of Tool, Ministry, Weezer Dishwalla, and Yes. Mr. Collum recently said how "Ronan and The Killdares have wanted to make a record for about the last 5 years, but scheduling differences would not allow it. Now we are honored to have such a great opportunity.The timing could not have been better." Beginning August 22nd, The Killdares will enter Last Beat Studios (Deep Ellum, Dallas, TX) to complete final tracking for their 4th full length album...set for release on September 30, 2005!
7.15.05 Roberta Rast Recieves Invite to Compete at National Fiddle Contest The Grand Master Fiddler Championship is a showcase for some of the best fiddle players in the world. This year the contest will be held in Nashville, TN on October 28-29th. Each year, the Contest Committee invites twenty of the top Fiddle Players in North America to compete as a Finalist in the contest...and The Killdares are proud to announce that their fiddler Roberta Rast has been invited as a finalist. Roberta won this event in 1992, and in previous years, contestants from as far away as Japan and Australia have competed as finalists.
	7.2.05 Welcome New Bass Player Jim Dawson The Killdares are pleased to announce the addition of a phenomenal bass player and multi-instrumentalist to the band. Jim Dawson has joined the line-up of The Killdares and will be featured on the band's forthcoming new album. Originally from Orange County, CA Jim's musical style (a cross between John Paul Jones and Dave Pegg) has launched the band's sound even further into the Celtic rock stratosphere of playing. With a tightness and an "in the groove" melodic approach to the music, Jim's bass playing prompted lead guitarist Brek Lancaster to say that "Jim is not only establishing an excellent foundation with Tim on drums, but his playing is also opening doors in the music which allow for much more melodic and dynamic writing." Welcome to The Killdares Jim. Let's Rock!
6.27.05 Happy Birthday Mr. Lancaster! What! Another one? Yep...that's right. The 3rd birthday for a KD member in the past month. This one goes out to the band's lead guitar player Brek. Wishing him all the best.
	6.5.05 Happy Birthday Roberta! Today is the birthday of the band's fiddle player Roberta Rast. We are very thankful to have such a wonderful person and professional musician in The Killdares family. Have a great day Roberta!
5.16.05 A Fusion of Sorts For Sure... Adding to The Killdares' list of national touring appearances, this past Saturday May 14th the band performed at The River Fusion Ice House all the way up in Bethlehem, PA with fellow Celt/mongrel rockers Brother. It was a wonderful fusion of straight up power Celtic rock by the KDs, mixed with the tribal mellow sounds of that didgeridoo/bagpipe signature sound that not many bands other than Brother can claim. When asked his thoughts on how the evening went, KD lead singer/drummer Tim mentioned "how cool it is to be part of something where two bands who approach Celtic sounds from completely different worlds, can combine forces to create an even greater show for an entirely new audience. The staff and crew are excellent, and have really made us feel welcomed. We're very happy to be part of this." River Fusion benefits the restoration of Illick's Mill. The Illick's Mill Partnership for Environmental Education is an innovative consortium transforming the City of Bethlehem's Illick's Mill into a community environmental center where they will establish a home for environmental action to preserve and protect the Monocacy Creek watershed and its abundant wildlife.
	5.12.05 Happy Birthday Matt! We have a piper down! Everybody wish The Killdares' journeyman piper Matt a Happy Birthday today, as he joins the band in Philly tomorrow for the River Fusion show this weekend.
3.10.05 - Killdares Set to Score a Hat-Trick on St. Patrick's Day That's right! For the first time in KD history, the band will be performing 3-times on Thursday, March 17th, 2005...right in your own backyard. All three performances will take place in their hometown of Dallas, TX and will mark a major milestone in the band's performance schedule. Tune in bright and early Thursday morning as the band makes their annual appearrance on the "Good Day Dallas" morning program - KDFW FOX 4 News. Start your day right with a cup o' coffe...and the tunes of the Killdares. Performance time between 7am - 9am. For program info go to www.kdfwfox4.com Then follow the band to the 1st Annual Lamar Street Parade, ending up at Dallas' famed live music venue Poor David's Pub...in it's New Location! The Killdares perform inside the pub from 5:30 - 6:30p. For full parade day details go to www.poordavidspub.com And then go into Irish overdrive that night, as The Killdares turn it up for a special feature Celtic Rock concert at Dallas' own Hard Rock Cafe! www.hardrock.com This will be THE place to be on St. Paddy's Day. And the entire family is welcome because this is an ALL AGES concert. Come on down and enjoy the Cafe's excellent food menu, and then kick it up a notch to the "rock n' reel" sounds of the Southwest's Premier Celtic Rock Band. There will be give-aways a plenty. Spread the word because...the band is announcing today that: the First 100 people through the door of the Hard Rock Cafe on Thursday the 17th will receive a FREE Killdares T-shirt and a FREE autographed commemorative poster of the band. With a deal like that...there is no question that this is the place you wanna be that night. Let's make this a Green Season to remember... We'll see you all on March 17th
2.26.05 GET THE BUZZ GOING EARLY! The Killdares are one of 10 Dallas finalists chosen to perform in the Buzz-Oven "Battle of the Bands" Day contest on Sunday afternoon March 27th...and they NEED YOUR SUPPORT! The winner of this Battle Day will be featured on Buzz-Oven Vol. 14, an exclusive compilation CD... 10,000 FREE copies of the CD will go out to fans all across the Metroplex, and to local radio/media outlets. Don't you want everyone everywhere to know about The Killdares? Well...you and all your friends can single-handedly be responsible for helping to get Celtic Rock music onto this CD...and delivering it to the masses! How...you may ask? 4 easy steps: Come to the ALL AGES Buzz-Oven Band Battle Day on March 27th to support the Killdares Bring ALL your friends to the concert Yell and scream while they are playing Did we mention...Bring ALL your friends to the show on March 27th The band will be judged on: PERFORMANCE - (1-10) ORIGINALITY - (1-10) CROWD RESPONSE - (1-10) - So show up and scream loud and proud for the band TICKETS (or votes) THROUGH THE DOOR - (1-10) Which is why the KDs need as many fans to turnout as possible for their show! The group is slated to perform at 4 p.m. sharp!! at Club Clearview 2806 Elm Street, Dallas, TX in Deep Ellum so get there early! Tickets are just $10 to watch the entire day of 10 bands. Get your ticket now! And again...this is an ALL AGES show! So bring everyone you know! Make plans now to attend this unique concert experience and show your support! Check out www.buzzoven.com for more info. To purchase Buzz-Oven TICKETS from the band: email the band or call: (214) 457-8109 Killdares P.O. Box 595733, Dallas, TX 75359
2.21.05 Studio Update: Recording for New Album Continues After many hours spent in the studio over the past few weeks, five new songs are nearing completion. These songs have really started taking shape, and our goal is to release a new Killdares' album in the next few months. In this pre-production phase of recording, the band has reunited with engineer/producer Chris Bell (Polyphonic Spree, U2, Erykah Badu, Fuel), who engineered/produced The Killdares' second album, "A Place to Stand". This time, the band worked with Chris at Luminous Sound Studios, a state of the art facility in Dallas with a wonderfully relaxed environment. These new songs, mostly penned by new rhythm guitarist and vocalist James Dunning, represents an exciting new chapter for The Killdares. With veteran lead vocalist and drummer Tim Smith, the band has spent the past several months experimenting with a new synthesis of Celtic and rock rhythms, solid pop melodies and hooks to create a new eclectic Celtic sound. As we walked into the studio, the motivation to create something bigger and better than ever was huge!! We are extremely excited by these new songs, and believe they project a sound that spans many levels at once. A key feature of The Killdares is still the lightning-quick fiddling by World Master Champion Fiddler Roberta Rast, along with Brek Lancaster's beautiful guitar licks, Stacy Edwards laying down some of the grooviest bass lines ever, and now with Killdares newcomer and journeyman bagpiper Matt Willis' unorthodox piping style rounding it all out. While we are working on the new project, The Killdares will feature many of the new songs at our live shows. So to get a preview of what's on the horizon for The Killdares, get out to a show ASAP!!!

2004 HIGHLIGHTS:

11.16.04 — Rock in the New Year with The Killdares

The Killdares and The Knights of Columbus are pleased to announce a special New Year’s Eve event at the KC Highland Ballroom in Dallas, TX. Included in the night’s entertainment will be: a lavish food buffet, champagne toast, DJ music provided by the great Brad Barlow, cash bar, door prizes…and of course a rockin’ concert by The Killdares. Only 270 adult and 80 children tickets available. That’s right! Bring your kids! Call 214-348-3931 for Tickets. This event will Sell Out! For more info, click the Schedule page on the band’s website.

11.9.04 — Band Begins Recording for New Album

With the new line-up in place…tighter and better than ever…the band has entered the early phase of recording for their next new album! There are currently dozens of songs being considered as possible candidates for the album’s final cuts, and Fans can look forward to the release of this material in early 2005. Check us out at our upcoming New Year’s Eve show as we debut some of these songs live for the first time.

9.17.04 — Killdares at State Fair of Texas for Record
                   6th Straight Year!

Yes folks! It’s here again. The band will yet again be performing the amazing task and talent of rockin’ and rollin’ at this year’s State Fair of Texas for 168 shows in just 24 days! 7 shows a day for 24 days is starting to sound like the band’s mantra, eh? This will also be the first time that the KDs feature their new world-class guest piper, Matt Willis. Check out Matt’s website here [insert link?]. They will be on the Budweiser stage again at the main entrance to the Cotton Bowl at the following times: 2p, 3p, 4p, 5p, 6p, 7p and 8p. Shows are every day from September 24 – October 17…and are Free with fair admission. For more details click the Schedule page on the band’s website or visit www.bigtex.com

07.24.04 — Band Announces Brand New Line-Up

Band manager Harold Collum and Mothership Productions are very pleased to announce the brand new line-up to The Killdares. The band is very happy to welcome the following members to the organization: James Dunning (acoustic and electric guitars, vocals), Stacy Edwards (electric bass), Brek Lancaster (electric guitars). The transition of these new members into the group has really increased the musicianship of the band, and all the members are looking forward to a great year as they begin writing a new and better chapter in The Killdares story. Please join the rest of the band in welcoming these 3 great guys!

06.30.04 — Band Continues to Add More National Shows

Starting July 24th, the band will perform the first of 2 new national shows added to this year’s tour schedule. Appearing this Saturday as a featured headliner in Lincoln, Nebraska at the “July Jamm” summer concert event, the band will be playing just behind Louisiana great Marcia Ball. Oooh, cher! I guarantee…

And don’t forget the band’s second trip to New York September 17-18 when they perform for the first time at the “Irish 2000”…the biggest 1-day Irish fest in the country. Join them as they share the stage with some great bands like Natalie McMaster, the Sawdoctors and Wolfstone.

03.1.04 — St. Paddy’s Day in Austin, TX

The band is pleased to announce that St. Paddy’s Day 2004 will once again be celebrated in Austin, TX at FADO Irish Pub’s Street Celebration. The KDs will be returning as headliners of the event for the 5th year. Built on a 6-year relationship with this pub, this event always falls right in the heart of the capital’s SxSW music conference…a great time is sure to be had by everyone. Once again, the buzz in the air will be fresh with all those label reps and industry pros – a great vibe for the pinnacle show of the green season. Come on out and support the band as we all turn green for a day!

01.01.04 — Killdares Sign Online Deal with The Connextion

Happy New Year one and all! As we kick off this new year, the band is pleased to announce the launch of their new online store powered by The Connextion…which will secure all online merch sales, and allow for seamless item purchasing without ever leaving the band’s website. The band is extremely glad to be amongst a smaller and more intimate roster of top quality artists, and invite you to continue to shop the store for CDs, new T-shirts, stickers and tour posters. For more info, please click on the Merchandise link on the KD website or visit www.theconnextion.com

2003 HIGHLIGHTS:

12.16.03 — Playing for Internationally Acclaimed Marching Band

For some…Christmas comes early. This Thursday December 18th the band will play a concert at Coppell High School in Coppel, TX as part of a benefit to raise money for the school’s marching band. The school’s band has been asked by the lord mayor of Dublin, Ireland to come and march in the St. Patrick’s Day parade…in Ireland! Join The Killdares in supporting this wonderful cause, hear some great music, and help send this band to Ireland. The KDs are honored to have been chosen to help give the gift of music this year. Come on down and be a part of that gift!

09.26.03— Killdares Return to State Fair of Texas for 5th Straight Year

The band is proud to announce their 5th annual performance in a row at the State Fair of Texas – the largest fair gathering in the entire country! Guitarist Roy Fletcher has returned to perform the shows with the band, and the number of shows has increased as well. Once again, the band will be performing on the Budweiser stage at the main entrance to the Cotton Bowl at the following new times: 2p, 3p, 4p, 5p, 6p, 7p and 8p.
7 shows a day for 24 days. That’s right…168 shows! (And No this is not a misprint) Free with admission. Come on by the stage and say hello.

09.19.03 — Band Appears on Tulsa, OK NBC Affiliate

Be sure to catch the band as they perform on Tulsa, OK’s NBC Channel 2 to promote their headline performance at this weekend’s Tulsa Scottish Games and Gathering.

09.10.03 — Killdares Head For the Mountains…

…of Estes Park, CO that is. What a beautiful place. Join the band for their 3-day 10-set appearance at the Long’s Peak Scottish Fest…the country’s largest Scottish gathering. They will be sharing the rock stage and alternating sets with Canadians The Glengarry Bhoys. Four words for those traveling from Texas: High Altitude, Need Chapstick.

11.16.04 — Rock in the New Year with The Killdares

The Killdares and The Knights of Columbus are pleased to announce a special New Year’s Eve event at the KC Highland Ballroom in Dallas, TX. Included in the night’s entertainment will be: a lavish food buffet, champagne toast, DJ music provided by the great Brad Barlow, cash bar, door prizes…and of course a rockin’ concert by The Killdares. Only 270 adult and 80 children tickets available. That’s right! Bring your kids! Call 214-348-3931 for Tickets. This event will Sell Out! For more info, click the Schedule page on the band’s website.

08.30.03 — And The Rain Falls Hard on The Killdares, KC

Regardless of the crazy weather at music festivals, The Killdares always seem to prevail. And sure enough…they have done so again this weekend. Slated as one of the featured national acts at the 1st Annual Kansas City Irish Festival, the band appeared on the CBS affiliate to promote the event…but were forced to make some quick adjustments later when word spread that the entire festival was shutting down due to extreme rain conditions. So as not to disappoint the die-hard fans who stuck it out, the KDs were moved to a tiny 8-channel tent stage. Faced with technical conditions that were well below the band’s requirements…they rose to the challenge and played one of the most incredible shows ever for the fans. Standing in 6” water to their ankles, the band will never forget shows like this, and are thankful for the support of all you stormtroopers!

06.12.03 — Alive at 5 Concert Series, NYs

In the furthest trip taken so far by the band, The KDs made a fast and furious trip up to Albany, NY this week to headline the “Alive at Five” concert series in downtown Albany. What a great event! The hospitality was top-notch, from the sound crews on up to the festival promoters. The band wishes to thank everybody who helped make this appearance very worthwhile. Killer stage…killer sound…just a beautiful part of the country. Here’s a quick road re-cap:
Lots of sightseeing. Lots of Red Roof Inns. Nervous Charlies Fireworks and Beer Store in Tennessee. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. Niagra Falls in New York. Downtown New York. Ground Zero. Times Square. Subways. Lots of tolls. Lots of mileage on the van.

04.3.03 — KDs Appear on Dallas’ Hottest Alternative Radio

Once more the Killdares will break the mold and defy any conventions when they appear tomorrow morning on Dallas’ 102.1 The EDGE to promote their headline show that same night at the Deep Ellum Arts Festival in Dallas. The band will be chatting live and local with morning show hosts Jagger and Julie; and as of now they will be performing an acoustic version of their radio friendly song “Distance Between.” Celtic Rock on Alternative radio? Absolutely. It’s where the KDs belong. Tune in and listen.

03.15.03 — Atlanta, GA is the place you wanna be…

…if you plan on joining the band on St. Patrick’s Day this year. The Killdares have been asked by the original Fado Irish Pub in Atlanta to play for a special 3-day St. Paddy’s Day event. This is a great opportunity for the band, and will also be the first time they release some new tunes into the set: You can say you heard the songs first!

02.28.03 — Rock N Roll Jigs…and a Cowboy Mouth

Mark Lee/462 Productions and The Killdares are proud to announce the special appearance of the band with national cow-punkers Cowboy Mouth at Dallas’ famed venue Deep Ellum Live.
We guarantee this will be one of the few times in history where 2 lead singer/drummers will share the stage on the same bill. Not something you want to miss. This will also be the first appearance by the new stand-in KD guitarist Matt Rogers.

01.21.03 — Big Country says hello…

As many of you know, the band performs a cover tune “Fields of Fire” by the Scottish pop band Big Country (famed for their unforgettable ’83 hit “In A Big Country”). As many of you may know, lead singer of Big Country, Stuart Admason recently died. As a token of the band’s love and influence, The Killdares sent a copy of the LIVE CD to the Big Country bass player Tony Butler. The KD version of “Fields of Fire” on the LIVE album was specifically arranged and dedicated to the memory of Stuart. Tony has indeed replied, and was extremely complimentary of the KD version of their classic tune. The death of Adamson was truly a tragic loss in the music industry, and The Killdares are proud to receive such praise for their version of the BC tune.

01.1.03 — KDs Make the Critics’ Pick List

Austin Chronicle music critic Margaret Moser names The Killdares as
BEST ROADSHOW of 2002 - Vol.22 No. 18, January 3, 2003 Critics Poll
To be included in such a list of great artists is a huge honor. The band sends a huge thanks to Margaret and the entire city of Austin!

The Jerry Lee Phantom, Mercury
Elvis Costello & the Imposters, Backyard
Sonic Youth, Stubb's
Prefuse 73/Aesop Rock/El-P, Anti Pop Consortium, La Zona Rosa
Andrew WK, the Engine Room, Houston
CSNY, Erwin Center
MC Paul Barman, Mercury
Bleach, Elysium
The Killdares, Austin Celtic Festival
X, Emo's
Phil Lesh & Friends, Backyard

2002 HIGHLIGHTS:

12.10.02 — Band to Appear on FOX4 Good Day

The KDs will be returning to the Dallas Fox 4 studios to promote an upcoming Christmas performance at the Ridglea Theatre in Ft. Worth, TX on 12.14.02. The crew and commentators here are always as nice as can be, so spread the word and tune in to watch the band do a Celtic version of the Ramones classic “Blitzkrieg Bop”…at 8:00 in the morning. Brief interview included as well.

11.15.02 — KILLDARES succeed at the State Fair of Texas!

Yes it's true. 120 shows in just 24 days. Once again, from Sept 27 - Oct 20, the KDs rocked the fair with 5 shows a day for the 4th year in a row. This was the debut run with new fiddler Roberta, and it was nothing short of awesome! Stationed on the Budwesier stage at the main entrance to the Cotton Bowl, the band played to thousands every day. Was very mighty! This year by far was the year that they saw the most turkey-leg eaters. Interesting. But, I tell you what...they still found a way to pound the ground during every set. Looks of puzzlement as always quickly turned to amazement when the crowd all realized that Yes! Rock n Roll does go with bagpipes. Who woulda thunk it? An awesome time indeed! Thanks to everyone who came out to support the band!

11.01.02 — Fair Fans Give the band a great nod

The band met thousands of great fans this year at the State Fair, all of whom have been extremely supportive of our new fiddler Roberta Rast and the band's improved sound. The Killdares thank each and every one of you and thought you all might like to read a few of the positive vibes sent our way by the fans:

“The new fiddler is such a great addition to the band. I have seen the Killdares at the fair the past 3 years (and some in between) and this new fiddler just brings so much to the stage, not to mention the fact that she is amazing when she plays! There was one song that blew me out of the water watching her play it, her fingers were moving at such an incredible speed and accuracy. I'd like to know where you found this girl. She's great! Just when I thought you guys couldn't get any better, you go and prove me wrong! You guys rock! Keep it up!” – A Fan

“We have seen the band at the State Fair for the last couple of year and became fans. This year, at the Fair, after the last set of the day, both of my sons got autographs from everyone on the band. They couldn't have been nicer or more accomodating to a couple of kids. Thanks for that. Keep up the great work and we look forward to seeing and hearing you soon.” – A Fan

09.27.02 — Killdares at State Fair of Texas for 4th Straight Year

This year marks the fourth straight year that The Killdares have appeared at the State Fair of Texas, the world's largest fair with over 3,000,000 visitors annually. The band has also been upgraded in stage location as well. Be sure to stop by the new Budweiser stage to see the band at 4p, 5p, 6p, 7p and 8p every day for 24 days. 5 shows a day! 120 shows FREE with admission. Stop on by and say hey!

08.28.02 — National Champion Fiddler Joins The Killdares

The Killdares, are pleased to announce that champion fiddler Roberta Rast, recent winner of the Grand Masters fiddle competition in Nashville, TN, has become the band's newest member. Ms. Rast, originally from Idaho, is a six-time National Old Time Fiddlers Champion, placed third in the 2002 World Fiddle Championship in Hallettsville, Texas, and has even performed on The Grand Ole Opry.

She was recently quoted as saying that:
"After several years in the competition arena, playing bluegrass and country music, I am very excited to join these guys. I love the way they blend traditional Celtic music with rock-n-roll, and am really looking forward to touring, recording, and all of the other things that go along with being a Killdare!"

Welcome to the family Roberta!!

05.30.02 — KDs Got Game

New big NBA gig confirmed... the band will be playing for the Yahoo Sports / NBA "Rhythm and Rim" event (a big, national event) on Saturday, June 15th, from 10:00-10:40 p.m. Location is in Deep Ellum, Dallas, TX on a large parking lot near Malcolm X between Main Street and Elm. Hurdie Burke, President of the Deep Ellum Association, is the one setting this event up and has specifically invited the KDs to participate in this. They are expecting anywhere from 60,000-75,000 people to attend this event over the two day period.

05.13.02 — Read First review of New LIVE album

Ray Dorsey of "Chaos Realm writes:
THE KILLDARES - "Live" CD '02 (Private, US) - I've been into THE KILLDARES ever since an online friend turned me on to them a few years back, & this new live release only makes me like 'em more. Blending Celtic music with no-holds-barred rock, they totally come into their own in the live setting, where their rambunctious fans are more than willing to urge them on. Present is a panoramic selection of material, ranging from some trads like "Clumsy Lover" & "High Road To Gairloch" to the band's own killer songs such as "A Place To Stand" & "Distance Between" to wildly varied covers of "Blitzkrieg Bop" & "Leaving On A Jet Plane." THE KILLDARES are just one smoking, helluva band, and if you thought their studio releases were good, wait until you hear this corker! Just a step or 2 behind the mighty 7N & B47 in the world of Celtic rock, & that's quite a compliment.

http://hometown.aol.com/raysrealm/myhomepage/index.html

05.11.02 — Bowling For Kilts?

Yes...it's true. The Killdares have just performed their first gig at a bowling alley. Even more surreal is the fact that it was for the after-prom party for Bowie High School at a place called Funfest in Arlington, TX.

Never had the band seen so many people bowling in-sync to jigs and reels. Even cooler was the fact that so many high-schoolers were diggin' the new sounds of the band. It was very apparent that the band made many new converts this night. Maybe it was the 12-midnight start time that made it so enjoyable? Or the percussive “crack” of the pins? Either way, shouts go out from the band to the entire senior class. Thanks to everyone.

04.20.02 — The New LIVE album has arrived!

After much hard work and determination...the band's official 3rd full-length release is here! Come on out to the LIVE CD RELEASE PARTY!! And get your copy now!
The Emerald Mist
1840 N. Plano Rd @ Campbell
Richardson, TX
(972) 671-MIST
9pm - 1am $5 at the door

03.17.02 — Band Has 'Em In the Streets...Literally

The Killdares had twice the chance and twice the fun this week at SxSW. While many bands never make the cut to this world renowned industry event in Austin, TX, The Killdares performed to a packed house at the event...twice. The band literally had the crowd in the streets on Wednesday, March 13 at their SxSW showcase performance. Traffic literally stopped as hundreds circled around the band's roaming bagpiper and bass player in the middle of the street. Truly a classic moment!
Then the band repeated this performance to a packed crowd as they returned to Fado Irish Pub on St. Paddy's Day for another headlining performance in front of multiple industry and label reps. A special thanks to everyone who made these shows possible!

03.12.02 — Killdares Make SxSW Picks and Sleepers

Check out the Austin Chronicle this week as the KDs cut through the competition and get written up as one of THE bands to see this year at SxSW. Check out what critic Melanie Haupt writes:
"Dallasites love this band so much, if there were a category for Best Rock Band in the World, the Killdares would sweep the Metroplex. Last year's indie release, A Place To Stand, blends old-timey Celtic fiddle with all-American electric guitar. This is the group's SXSW debut, having graduated from playing non-festival St. Paddy's Day gigs over the past few years." (BD Riley's, 11pm)
WEDNESDAY, March 13th, 2002
SXSW showcase at B.D. Riley's
204 E. 6th Street Austin, TX - KDs at 11pm

01.31.02 — Official Invite from Famed Music Conference

It's Official! The Killdares are heading down to Austin's famed SXSW Music Conference for an official "showcase" performance at B.D. Riley's Irish pub in the historic heart of 6th street. This gathering from the 13th - 17th is THE meeting place for industry and record label reps worldwide...and only 1 out of every 20-25 bands that apply are chosen to perform. This year marks the band's first official SXSW invitation. Showtime TBA.

Come see us at this showcase, and get your advanced copy of the new Live album set for release in the coming months!

01.25.02 — Band to Record LIVE Album...

Don't forget the next show THIS FRIDAY, Jan. 25th at The Emerald Mist!
The Killdares return to THE place for Celtic music in North Texas for their first show of 2002.***This show will be recorded for a special LIVE recording CD release, slated for early March***
Come on out, and give your shouts, and be heard cheering the band on...as this will be the last show they record, before they start mixing the album.

Time: 9pm - 1am
Location: 1840 N. Plano Rd @ Campbell, Richardson, TX 972-671-MIST
$5 cover at the door, ALL AGES!
01.15.02 — Nominated for Best New Rock Band

01.15.02 — Nominated for Best New Rock Band

The Killdares have been nominated as the "Best New Rock Band" by the 3rd Annual Dallas Music Awards. Voting is on-line only at www.dallasmusic.com and will end February 13, 2002. Please tell all your friends and family to vote. One vote per person.
The awards ceremony will be held February 20, 2002 at the Hard Rock Cafe in Dallas, Texas. Bands check in at 7-7:30 PM and the event starts at 8 PM sharp. Rock star attire, please!
Other nomination categories also include:
"Best Overall Performance" - The Killdares
"Best CD of the Year" - "A Place To Stand" The Killdares
"Best Male Vocalist of the Year" - Tim Smith, The Killdares