Michael Kohlmeier-Vocals, guitars.
Cristopher Coleman-Lead Guitar.
Marc Daigneault-Drums and Percussion, B/U Vox
Lisa Kohlmeier-Bass, Keyboards, B/U Vox.
New Photos of THE RAIN FACTORY with....
RANDY HANSEN at
THE CASTLE...
9-5-08 for a
Photos taken by: Vic Wright of
The Wright Images. wright-image.net
The Rain Factory-Live!
The Castle Sept. 5, 2008
New release: Fly with Fool's
written by:
The Rain Factory-2008
The Journey performed live -
Sept. 5, '08 at:
THE CASTLE
with guest performer, 13 yr. old Jace!
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Here is our version of -
Jerry Joseph's song:
"Watching Me"
as well as our own-
"The Mirror".
These live show, (opening for Pat Travers at The Castle)
videos were submitted by an audience member.
The Northern Pacific Rain Factory was originated by Michael Kohlmeier in 1995. After many performances, radio airplay from their debut album, “All Those Yesterdays” produced by Howard Leese (the Paul Rogers band and formally of Heart) and record label recognition, the group disbanded in 1998. A year later, Michael and his wife Lisa, who was now playing bass with Michael, moved to Centralia, Washington to renovate an old church fondly referred to as The Castle.
After several attempts (within their first few years in Centralia) to find the right combination of players for The Rain Factory, Michael and Lisa asked Cris Coleman to join the group in 2004 on lead guitar. Adding Cris with his heavier "Joe Satriani/Zack Wilde" influenced style to Michael and Lisa’s blues-rock influences’ of "Led Zeppelin and the Black Crows" gave their sound more of an edge. Finally, in 2007, with an opportunity to open for the Pat Travers Band, they asked the very talented Marc Daigneault to play drums with the group for the performance. When they rocked the house the eve of September 15th, Marc agreed to join the group, adding his "Neil Peart/Michael Derosier" drumming style to the mix.
The Rain Factory is enthusiastic and fun loving and has one goal in mind with every performance-“to make people smile and have a good time.” With their common belief that “…music is good for your soul,” it shows with every show. The Rain Factory has had the privilege to share the stage with such notables as Pat Travers, Randy Hansen, the Howard Leese Brigade, Gary Hoey, Nicole Fournier, Jerry Joseph and as the backing band for country singer “Sonja” opening for Dwight Yokum and Joe Diffey in Seaside, Oregon’s Convention Center.
The Rain Factory is an original Rock group who has recently decided to add cover songs to their set. Performing the music of Collective Soul, Daughtry, Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin (to name a few) has added some familiarity to their audience, which has been exciting for the band. “Although our fans have enjoyed our older original songs, it makes us more comfortable to not stick to the old diehard rule of “playing only our own material” because it gives the newcomers something familiar to keep their attention through the set while they are gaining exposure to our newer original material.” The Rain Factory, 2007.
QUOTES FROM DAMN GOOD TUNES MAGAZINE.....make way for the second act, The Rain Factory. I First met with Mike and Lisa Kolemeier of the Rain Factory and also the owners of The Castle about six years ago. I have been silently watching their progress from the shadows with great expectations. Then earlier this year I was there to watch them do the warm-up for world renowned guitar hero Pat Travers, also at The Castle. ...Lisa and Mike and their very committed band of four very humbly yet powerfully proceeded to “ROCK THE HOUSE!” WOW! What a set, what a performance. I knew that there was something very special about the Kolemeiers (their band) and their musical mission and vision beyond that of their Tower Keep.... The band was tight and energetic and segued from one song to the next seamlessly. Their professionalism was that of a seasoned international show on a 100-city tour. This band The Rain Factory (you gotta love that name living in the Pacific Northwest!) is as ready as a band can be to become a loved and accepted touring show. They have something to say and a lot of great music to play!
Bruce Maier: Damn Good Tunes
www.myspace.com/dgtdamngoodtunes"
Hey thanks a lot for accepting my request, it puts a smile on my face:) So how are things going anyway? For myself its been busy, I cant wait to get home. Id rather be busy than bored though. Anyway I wanted to tell you that my band plays shows in the Pittsburgh area and we were wanting to know if you would want to come check us out sometime. Were still waiting on the specific times and dates but when we do we can let ya know. Anyway please keep in touch, thanks and take care.
You guys are really good, I hope you come to Omaha, NE when your passing through on I-80. Also don't forget to check out the Anchor Inn Lounge on the river.
Lets go to another galaxy where no musicians have gone before, M.O.T.U.
If you're ever passing through Omaha, Nebraska on I-80 going from East to West or West to East or North to South or South to North, you're going right through the heart of Omaha. We are the heart of I-80 & I-29 in the Midwest of America. Here is Omaha Night Life Entertainment web site for you to browse through. And don’t forget our 3 Casinos across the river from Omaha into Council Bluffs, Iowa using our skywalk.
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Here are my up to date pictures of my chopper being custom built for my size. Keep in mind my chopper is still in the works and I’m having high-rise extenders to raise my handlebar much higher.
Lets go to another galaxy where no musicians have gone before, M.O.T.U.
If you're ever passing through Omaha, Nebraska on I-80 going from East to West or West to East or North to South or South to North, you're going right through the heart of Omaha. We are the heart of I-80 & I-29 in the Midwest of America. Here is Omaha Night Life Entertainment web site for you to browse through. And don’t forget our 3 Casinos across the river from Omaha into Council Bluffs, Iowa using our skywalk.
If you’re into serious Extreme Surreal Sports & Beyond, check out the new “Wolfball” trademark logo. “Wolfball” is for serious extreme athletics only and of the mind. Wolfball is another word for Adrenaline. Now have over 100 Video Clips
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The Northern Pacific Rain Factory was originated by Michael Kohlmeier in 1995. After many performances, radio airplay from their debut album, “All Those Yesterdays” produced by Howard Leese (the Paul Rogers band and formally of Heart) and record label recognition, the group disbanded in 1998. A year later, Michael and his wife Lisa, who was now playing bass with Michael, moved to Centralia, Washington to renovate an old church fondly referred to as The Castle. 
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