Ryan says;

"Well I know everyone probably thinks we're dead, but we're not, so here it goes...

First off, I've spent the last year playing guitar and touring with a great band called The Urgency. If you havent checked them out already, go to www.myspace.com/theurgency. Anyway, we're heading over to the UK next month for our first overseas tour. I'm super excited about it, because I love to travel and we're doing it in the best way, playing music and riding around in a tour bus! Woot.

Secondly, I've been working with another great band called Lights Resolve. I recorded, produced, and mixed their last EP, and I'm nearly finished with their latest EP, which is coming out fantastic. Check them out at www.myspace.com/lightsresolve. They're killin it these days, so if you haven't seen them play yet, go do it.

Lastly, The Rivalry has finally gotten back together (sort of) to write some new songs and record. We took an indefinite break at the end of last year to pursue other projects, but Bill, Mike, and I have written some cool stuff that I'm excited to record and share with everyone. There wont be any shows for a while since both Bill and I have other obligations (which Bill will share shortly, VERY exciting news for him) but the music will be flowing whenever we get the chance. Expect a new EP on iTunes within the next couple months.

Some other things to look forward to in 2009:
Barack Obama
New 311 Record
Dillinger Escape Plan's new secret weapon
New Glassjaw Record (PLLEEEEEEEAAAASE!!!!)
New Deftones Record (With hopes of Chi coming out his coma and them touring again)
And lots more...

Happy Holidays! 2009 awaits!

Love,
Ryan