September 3, 2007

Rosemary Gates 2007

 

It has been a turbulent year for the members of Rosemary Gates. December 2006 saw the release of their second full-length album, Myth & Judgment. After a successful release party at Columbia Street West, the boys decided to take some time off… if not to recuperate after a long two years in the studio, then out of necessity.

 

"After the album release," stated Mike Archbold, producer and guitarist, "our drummer situation became critical. Our temporary replacement, Chuck Thomas (Jacob's Well, Migranes) decided to move on. This left us in a position to find a permanent replacement. After a few phone calls and some e-mails, Greg Titzer of the Migranes introduced us to veteran Fort Wayne Drummer John Tingley (Scream Machine). John was back in Fort Wayne after living the last several years in Nashville. John came in, auditioned, and we pretty much hired him right away. He was a great fit. A return to a more solid, groove based drumming we have been missing for some time."

 

Added Archbold, "We are glad to have John on board. He has the dedication and passion for original music that we do and look forward to what he brings to the table."

 

The band has spent the last several months working John into the lineup and working on new tunes. Dates have been booked for the rest of 2007 including dates in Fort Wayne at Metea County Park and the band's birthplace at Legends Sports Bar.

 

"We're looking forward to getting out and playing some dates. We haven't had the chance for some time and are anxious to get out and spend time with the fans again.

 

Upcoming dates include:

 

12/8/07 Dupont Bar & Grill Fort Wayne IN

10/27/07 Hill Haven Festival Jasper IN

10/20/07 Legends Sports Bar Fort Wayne IN

9/9/07 Metea County Park Fort Wayne IN

 

Check the Web site for times and directions.