The Rowdymen were born on a windblown dusty day, in the heart of the Canadian Prairies. Since their formation in Winnipeg in 1997, these River City Roots Rockers have shared the stage with an eclectic mix of luminaries, ranging from Neko Case and Fred Eaglesmith to Blues Great T Model Ford and Rockabilly Legend Sleepy La Beef. With a relentless touring schedule, the Rowdymen's legion of fans continues to grow. With the release of their highly anticipated sophomore effort, Rubberneckin', the band looks forward to spreading their unique blend of High-Octane Roots, Edgy Rockabilly and Prairie Twang across the land. The Rowdymen's touring is not just north of the border, there first time across the border they blew the doors off Viva Las Vegas 5 [North America's largest rockabilly festival]in Las Vegas, Nevada, where they were the lone Canadian band Some highlights from their most recent venture down south , spring 2003 included a show in Oklahoma City at the legendary Will Rogers Theater, where they shared the marquee with Burlesque star Dita Von Teese, as well as stellar shows at the legendary Lee's Liquor Lounge in Minneapolis, and Huey's in Memphis, a stones throw from mecca, Sun Studios. Other highlights from the past year include headling, the Ness Creek Music Festival, where past headliners have included the likes of Reverend Horton Heat and Hank Williams III as well as a Canadian tour with rockabilly legend Sleepy La Beef. Night after night The Rowdymen drive their show home with an energetic edge that leaves their audiences wanting more. "You boys sure know what you're doin' " - Sleepy La Beef