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About Kathy
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Expertise
History of the band, their music, lyrics, instrumentation, touring, hits, chart activities, and just about everything else in between.

Experience

REO Speedwagon fan for over 35 years, having attended hundreds of concerts all over the world

Organizations belong to:
President of REO FANS, the band's largest fan club with members in all 50 states and 26 countries overseas. Check us out at SPEEDWAGON.INFO and REO-FANS.COM!


Other great REO sites?
SPEEDWAGON.INFO: http://Speedwagon.info
REO FANS eGroup: http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/REOFANS
Gary Richrath: http://GaryRichrath.com
Gary Richrath eGroup: http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/Gary_Richrath

Publications:
REO FANS NEWS, Editor & Publisher for the last 15 years

Education/Credentials:
Attorney

Awards and Honors:
With a 30+ year photographic history of the band, one of her photos was selected to appear on the band's 25th anniversary t-shirts. She was also featured on VH-1's "Rock Collectors" program in January 2000 where her rock photography was displayed.

   

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SubjectDate AskedExpert

Marital Status8/9/2008Kathy
  Q: Which members of the band are married? Specifically Dave Amato
  A: Dave Amato was undergoing a divorce from his wife Trish during the creation of the band's latest ...
Flood Relief Concert Set List7/26/2008Kathy
  Q: What was the set list for the Indiana Flood Relief Concert? Did they pull out any surprises?
  A: REO Speedwagon & the Little River Band held a "Ridin' the Storm Out - Floods of 2008 Relief Concert" ...
Bootlegs7/11/2008Kathy
  Q: I know no site "sanctions" the taping or trading of boot legs :) But I was wondering if there was a ...
  A: Sorry, but there's no definitive REO bootleg site. If there was, the band and their team of ...
DVD Set List7/8/2008Kathy
  Q: I was wondering if the DVD for the PBS special will include all the songs that REO performed that ...
  A: The DVD "Soundstage Presents: REO Speedwagon Live In The Heartland (2008)" will contain the ...
Kevin Cronin7/7/2008Kathy
  Q: Is Kevin married and to whom/how long/any kids??
  A: Kevin married his second wife, Lisa Marie Wells, in April, 1992. They have 3 kids, Holly, Josh and ...
PBS Chicago concert7/6/2008Kathy
  Q: I just saw the concert REO did for PBS Soundstage. It was filmed in 2007 in Chicago for, I ...
  A: The video for REO's Soundstage performance and "Live in the Heartland" DVD was simultaneously shot ...
REO Speedwagon Concert at Soldiers Field6/30/2008Kathy
  Q: I have seen REO speedwagon in concert three times and they were fantastic. First time, 1977 at ...
  A: In 1977, the "Superbowl of Rock" was held at Soldier's Field in Chicago. The lineup of bands the day ...
REO and Gary6/3/2008Kathy
  Q: Kathy, Are you still president of the REO fan club? What is Gary Richrath up to? Is there any chance ...
  A: Yes, I'm still rockin' with REO and President of REO FANS. Gary currently lives in California. A ...
12/31/79 CHICAGO IL FM BROADCAST6/1/2008Kathy
  Q: Do you know anyone I can get a copy of the 12/31/79 Chicago Ill FM broadcast from?
  A: Several of our fan club members (http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/REOFANS/) have copies of this ...
Guitarist Gary Richrath4/23/2008Kathy
  Q: This is not so much a question as a comment. I was always in awe of Gary's guitar work in REO songs. ...
  A: Doug. Lots of long-time REO fans certainly agree with you. Make sure to check out two websites that ...
REO Songs Written by Gary4/6/2008Kathy
  Q: Kathy, I got in an argument the other day defending Gary's role in the band to a fellow REO fan. I ...
  A: A friend of mine put together a "Dream REO Concert" set list that might best answer your question. ...
2008 set list3/31/2008Kathy
  Q: Any idea what the set list will be like for the 2008 shows. im going April 8th its REO and Def Lep ...
  A: When REO opened for Def Leppard last year, they had a 50 minute set list that started with with ...
I have looked everywhere3/31/2008Kathy
  Q: I have looked everywhere on line to find Reo's set list for the Greensboro concert in NC on March ...
  A: REO opened the show, and only played for 50 minutes in Greensboro, NC. When REO opened for Def ...
2008 Set list3/30/2008Kathy
  Q: What is the setlist Reo is playing with Styx and Def Leppard on the tour in spring of 2008? Thanks
  A: When REO opened for Def Leppard last year, they had a 50 minute set list that started with with ...
Kevin Cronin's wife3/28/2008Kathy
  Q: What is his wife's name & how old is she?
  A: Lisa Marie Wells, a native of Racine, Wiconsin, married Kevin Cronin in April of 1992. She graduated ...
REO's Debut Album on CD3/4/2008Kathy
  Q: Kathy, I have the original album, and have enjoyed it forever, but what I am now looking for is a ...
  A: You are in luck! After being out of print for over a decade, a legitimate record label is making ...
Indiana concert3/3/2008Kathy
  Q: when did they play Indianapolis, IN in 2007
  A: The band opened for Def Leppard with Styx at the Verizon Music Center in Nobelsville, IN on July 6, ...
"Let My Love Find You" lyrics2/19/2008Kathy
  Q: The album "Find your own way home" is beautiful. Can you help me with lyrics to song "Let my love ...
  A: The lyrics to all of the songs for "Find Your Own Way Home" are included in the liner notes of the ...
Lyrics2/6/2008Kathy
  Q: Does anyone have or know where to obtain thelyrics to Gypsy Woman's Passion, Prison Women, and Dead ...
  A: I thought that the Leo's Lyrics website would save the seaches at that URL, but apparently not. Try ...
Lyrics2/6/2008Kathy
  Q: Does anyone have or know where to obtain thelyrics to Gypsy Woman's Passion, Prison Women, and Dead ...
  A: Lots of people have asked me about the lyrics to these songs, and Leo's Lyrics has these them. Here ...
Upcoming tour1/23/2008Kathy
  Q: I am going to one of the Def Leppard/Styx/REO shows in April and I know REO did a few dates on the ...
  A: When REO opened for Def Leppard last summer, they had a 50 minute set list comprised of nine (9) ...
Gary12/18/2007Kathy
  Q: I met Gary at a concert in Lexington KY in about '81 or so and it changed my life. My question is, ...
  A: Gary's alive and well, and living in California. Since he recorded "Only the Strong Survive" on the ...
Question about REO/All Star Frogs11/21/2007Kathy
  Q: I met my present wife a little before the Champaign County Fair in Fall of 1971 and we both attended ...
  A: REO's official name has always been "REO Speedwagon." Founding member and keyboardist Neal Doughty ...
Michael Murphy11/12/2007Kathy
  Q: I believe a childhood friend of mine (Dan) was Michael Murphy's little brother. I remember him ...
  A: Yes, Michael Murphy was originally from Sterling, Illinois. He discovered his true passion for music ...
REO Speedwagon Members11/9/2007Kathy
  Q: what are the name of all the members of REO speedwagan?
  A: The current members of REO Speedwagon are: Kevin Cronin (vocals, rhythm guitar), Neal Doughty ...
REO concert at Pekin football stadium10/25/2007Kathy
  Q: I could swear I saw REO {only time} at the football stadium in Pekin, Ill. back in summer of '73 or ...
  A: Your memory is more than just a foggy flashback. KISS, REO & Nugent did indeed perform together at ...
guitar pick?10/15/2007Kathy
  Q: In the last 3 years my family has experienced alot of difficulty. My husband just came back from ...
  A: REO Speedwagon guitar picks are available nearly evey day on eBay. Here's the link to one of Dave ...
REO song at Prairie Meadows10/9/2007Kathy
  Q: Can I find a set list of the songs REO just did at Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino? I'm trying ...
  A: I don't have the exact set list for that show, but here's the generic set list the band's been ...
Setlist10/3/2007Kathy
  Q: I'm going to see REO for the first time tonight and was curious if there was any setlist info for ...
  A: Below is the set list from the band's show in Cape Girardeau a few weeks ago. (There was no opening ...
Kickapoo Creek Rock Festival10/2/2007Kathy
  Q: I have a question and a couple of comments. My memory not being what it used to be I do remember ...
  A: Yes, Steve Scorfina was REO's lead guitarist at the Kickapoo Creek Rock Festival. That concert was ...
Alan Gratzer9/30/2007Kathy
  Q: I am trying to find a video of Roll with the Changes where they have a camera on Alan throughout the ...
  A: Unfortunately, there isn't a video of "Roll with the Changes" where the camera exclusively focuses ...
Before REO9/30/2007Kathy
  Q: I am from Southern Illinois & have been told that they played at my high school (Mt. Carmel) Before ...
  A: Unfortunately, we don't have records that go back that far, and neither does the band. It might be ...
Before REO9/29/2007Kathy
  Q: I am from Southern Illinois & have been told that they played at my high school (Mt. Carmel) Before ...
  A: REO Speedwagon's original name IS REO Speedwagon. Drummer Alan Gratzer and keyboardist Neal Doughty ...
REO member?9/27/2007Kathy
  Q: Was Rick Osborn ever a member of REO Speedwagon? I know that he claims to have been, I think, the ...
  A: Your brother's buddy is pulling your leg -- big time. Rick Osborn was never a member of REO ...
Transcriptions9/20/2007Kathy
  Q: Just found this awesome forum!!! My question is: are there any sources for good transcriptions (in ...
  A: We generally refer people who are looking for REO Speedwagon tabs and transcriptions to this ...
August 07 Set list8/7/2007Kathy
  Q: Now that REO has their new album out, do you know what they are be playing in their concerts? Do you ...
  A: Below is the set list REO has been consistently playing for the last several months. Most of the ...
Specific Song Title8/1/2007Kathy
  Q: Kathy, thanks for taking my question. The song I'm trying to recall had to do with Kevin being home ...
  A: The name of the song is "157 Riverside Avenue," which originally appeared on the band's debut album ...
Gary Richrath8/1/2007Kathy
  Q: where is gary today? is he performing anywhere in the U.S.? what has he done since his last ...
  A: Gary's alive and well, and living in California. Since he recorded "Only the Strong Survive" on the ...
Gary Richrath7/11/2007Kathy
  Q: Ok i have a couple of questions...2 relating to gary richrath and the other dealing with reo ...
  A: Gary's not officially in another band. However, he's been in the process of recording a few tunes at ...
Only the Strong Survive/Favorite Cities7/11/2007Kathy
  Q: I was wondering if REO has played ONLY THE STRONG SURVIVE since the HI-INFIDELITY tour? Also,do REO ...
  A: The band pretty much dropped "Only the Strong Survive" from their set list in the 80's. Reportedly, ...

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