Our Live Release is currently in the works!  We're currently listening to the tracks (well, Jordan and Dave are), and deciding how we want to go about this.

Looks like it's going to be called "Reaction"......

Solution - Catalyst - Reaction

So far my favorite tracks from the night are Paths, Billy's Number, Muse, Gone Are the Days and Last Lonely Saturday, Behind the Windows and Hamilton 302.....

Infinite

Jordan.

To all those that attended Saturday's CD Release Party, thank you!  It was such a great night, and it was wonderful to see you all there.  We really can't thank you enough for all the support you've given us and for all the great times we had together. 

I'm looking forward to the DVD Release and the Live CD Pick Up Party, more on that later........

While C.O. won't be playing any more shows together, we will still be active on myspace...

Dave will more than likely be remixing some of our old stuff, and we'll also be releasing some other stuff on here.  Of course there's the DVD too.....

So don't forget about us and stay tuned to see what happens in the world of C.O.    We still don't know what's going on with Penetration, I think they have a myspace account now, it doesn't have any music on it, but those guys suck anyway, so that's good.

Jordan

Here are the directions to RKS Studios in Pontiac MI.

Doors will be at 8:00 and we'll go on around 9:00.  Show up early, there will be some "interactive" stuff for everyone to look at what not!

ADDRESS:
17 W. Lawrence Street
Pontiac, Michigan 48342

from DETROIT: Take I-75 North to M-59 West (exit 77B) into Downtown Pontiac. Turn left onto Mill Street. Turn Right onto Huron. Pass Saginaw one block and turn left onto Wayne. Turn left onto Lawrence.

from WOODWARD: Take Woodward Ave. North into Pontiac. Turn left onto Pike Street. Pass Saginaw 1 block. Turn Right onto Wayne. Turn Right onto Lawrence.

from WATERFORD: Take M-59 East (Highland Road) into Pontiac. Turn right onto Wayne (one light before you hit Saginaw). Turn left onto Lawrence.

from TELEGRAPH via HIGHLAND: Take Telegraph Road to M-59 East (Highland Road) into Pontiac. Turn right onto Wayne (one light before you hit Saginaw). Turn left onto Lawrence.

from TELEGRAPH via ORCHARD LAKE: Take Telegraph North to Orchard Lake Road "exit." Turn right (north-west) onto Orchard Lake. Follow past Woodward Southbound (a.k.a. Wide Track) and continue under Phoenix Center (they don't make it easy). Turn Left on Woodward Northbound. Turn left on Pike Street. Pass Saginaw 1 block. Turn right on Wayne. Turn Right onto Lawrence.

Hope this Helps!

So we're just about finished with basic tracking, all that's left is for John to lay down his piano (we've got a few other things to track, but to tell you would ruin the surprise).  For those of you that have already downloaded some of the songs from the catalyst ep, we're making sure that there will be something new in these songs for all of you to hear when you get an actual copy of the cd.  We're working really hard to make this our best recording yet and we can't wait to share it with all of you. 

Jordan

catalog only

As some of you already know, we'll be taking some time off from playing out. We've been working very hard by playing shows ever since we returned from our west coast tour nearly a year ago. Your support has kept us inspired and motivated. You deserve new songs, merchandise and bigger shows. It is our number one priority to give you what you deserve. That's why we must take a break.

We should be finished with our EP by the end of August and hope to have the finished product in hand by mid to late September. We should be back on stage by October. Start thinking of your Halloween costume because we WILL be hosting our annual Hall-O-Ween Bash! Stay tuned for details!

One more thing... Under no circumstances should you give John or Giertz a cigarette. They have officially quit smoking.

That's all for now... Any questions? This is the place to ask....

Emergenza Memories:

Alvins:   Before the show, Giertz, Wieck, Dave and I all played pool, badly.  There was drinking (not me), smoking (not me), panic (me) and sweating (me).  I wore that really really hot shearling lined jean jacket and man was that a bad idea.  There was so much energy in that crowd and it was the first time we felt your response, we didn't just hear it, you were that loud.  And that was the first time I could really hear you all scream to the end of Luminous, I could hear you over the music, it was awesome.  I met this kid, Matt after the show, and he's been to pretty much every show since.  First Place!  Good Times!  Cass Cafe after the show with Andy, Lori, Dave, Singor, Nave, Melissa, Steve, Em, Chesley, one of Andy's friends, I know we pretty much destroyed the corner of the restaurant we were sitting in.  Sorry. 

Magic Stick:  Ugg.  I was feeling so horrible, booooo.  It was the first time in like, a week and a half since the band had been together because I was a little cry baby and couldn't practice because I was sick.  But sound check felt good, we were expecting another big crowd and we were ready to go.  Hung out with Darren McCarty and MindCandy for a little while before the show, all nice guys, I doubt they remember me but oh well.  They cut off the power at the end of Luminous, but Brian and I keep going and all ends well. Another great crowd, some new faces joined us that night (or newer). Nikki and Kathleen (I don't think Jess was there) but Nikki's been great to us, and she keeps bringing new people on board.  Second Place by 5 votes, boooooo.  But Projekt Gift did a great job and they really brought the crowd, so congrats to them.  We knew we'd make it to the finals anyway. 

Majestic Theater:  By far the best night of the Festival.  There were so many great people in the other bands, just a lot of genuine musicians, who wanted to see everyone do well, it was a surprise to me, especially in a competition.  Woke Up in Vegas, My Machine, Natives, Two Day Kartwheel, Marashino, they were all stellar people.  I have to say that William Wallace from My Machine was freaking hilarious.  The stage was so hot, and there was a flipping sea of people out there.  Easily the biggest crowd we've played to.  Wieck unplugged my guitar during Breakdowm and I had to do something, so I spazzed out a little.  Bad sound aside, the end of Luminous that night is something I will never forget.  I looked out to the audience and there were so many people singing, and jumping, and pumping their fists.  That song is so cathartic for me, and to hear and see and literally feel all of you right there with me was amazing. And I can't forget the two shirts of that night, first there's the "Am I Pregnant or Just Fat" shirt that Nikki and Kathleen made for me, then of course there's the Beater, Too Fat to Take This Off.  Nice. 

Anyway, it was awesome, it was great to see us get 3rd and even better that Brian was best drummer, which he more than deserved, even though I hate him. 

All day today I've had a warm feeling about the whole of this emergenza festival.  We worked hard, and every one of you who came out and/or send good vibes our way deserves our thanks.  We love what we're doing together musically, obviously, and your appreciation brings these songs to life.  Thank you--for everything.  You all got us there with your votes and support, and we made our own way with the judges, and took 3rd overall, and we're very proud of that.  (and giertz got best drummer, awesome).

     ". . .we used to play for silver, now we play for life..."   Jack Straw, (Grateful Dead original)

                                          All the best to you, John