Tuesday, November 11, 2008 

Tribute To Katie Reider

Back in May I wrote about Katie Reider fighting for her life and her influence on me. Her friends had just launched www.500kin365.org to help raise money for her medical expenses and family. Back then I believed deeply that I'd see Katie on stage again in no time once she had kicked her tumors ass. Everyone did.

A couple months later, Katie passed away. The tumor in her head she had fought against dislodged and caused serious bleeding.

Katie is survived by her partner Karen and their two children. There are still tremendous expenses and financial needs for her kids. Because of this need, Friends of Katie Reider have organized A Tribute To Katie Reider for Saturday, November 29th at The Southgate House in Newport, Ky.

This multi-band show will feature bands who loved and were influenced by Katie. You'll her some of her songs redone, and a bunch of other great music, all performed in the spirit of celebrating one of the most talented people we've ever known, along with being a great friend to everyone she met.

You can find out more about the show at www.tributetokatie.com . We hope to see you there.

Dave