Princess Katie & Racer Steve At Kidstock!

Here's a little article on our upcoming show at Kidstock in Weston CT.  Click the title of this post for the whole article.

Here's a little piece, "(PKRS) are a nationally acclaimed band whole diverse music and theatrical props combine for a great show for kids of many ages -- the toddler set love to jump up and down to the music and squeal for Princess Katie decked out in her full regalia, while older kids appreciate the thumping rock rhythms and Racer Steve's cool persona...

My kids had a blast at this show last year, but my husband and I enjoyed dancing to their music every bit, if not more, than the kids.  They're part of a fantastic new explosion in great music that kids happen to love..." 

The Obama - Princess Katie Ticket? Almost, but not quite.

It's true.  Obama asked.  I painfully declined.  

"C'mon, Princess Katie," he begged, "being my running mate would be so exciting!  You'll get to see new places, make the world a better place, inspire people...oh, and they'll still be lots of kids surrounding you.   You'll love it."  I could not be swayed.   His attempt to convince me went on for hours and hours and I remember him using the word "change" often.  "You'll get to make a lot of change." "They'll be plenty of change."  I finally had to tell him that I am not motivated by money.  He looked at me strangely, then dropped the subject.

I knew he was desperate when he sent me this "unstaged" picture of two amazingly cute kids. "See, don't we look cute? Don't you think America will feel hopeful?  We're both cartoons! Everyone loves cartoons, right?"  I put my head down and shaking it back and forth said, "B (I call him "B" - we're tight) first of all, you're not really a cartoon here.   You're cartoon-ish, cartoon-like, maybe even cartoon 'lite.'  Secondly, I just think I need to be singing my songs, remaining a little kiddie rocker, making kids happy.  Joe's your man.  He's a good egg and appears to really be into the whole 'suit and tie/Senate thing.'"  After some thought, Obama agreed.   I went on to tell him that Joe would also most likely be taken a lot more seriously considering he wouldn't be wearing a tiara and hoop skirt and breaking into an acapella version of "Tell The Truth" at confirmation hearings whenever someone was being a little less than forthcoming with information. 

Yeah, sure, I was going to try to pass a bill for 5-day weekends, choose an all-kid Cabinet, install strobe lights, a disco ball and confetti launchers in the Oval office and change the handshake to a high-five, but you know what, I'd rather just stick to what I do and watch this new Administration lead like Lincoln on its own.

So, that's my story.  I'm really happy with my decision as I am incredibly proud of my new President and Vice-President.  This country is just fantastic and I feel hopeful that we'll become more of the America that I love: the America that helps other countries in need, the superpower that is truly super and the country that is respected and adored by all others for it's good work.  I look forward to watching this country make taking care of all children a top priority.*

*Disclaimer:  Uh, some of the information regarding "B" and I has been embellished to move the story forward.  Not much, but some.

**This picture was sent to me by a uber-cool dad yesterday.  It is actually an unstaged picture.  My heart melted.  When I looked closer and noticed the little boy was holding a copy of Fast & Feisty, it melted again.  Had to post.  Thanks to the parents for sharing it.

PRINCESS KATIE & RACER STEVE DVD RELEASE CONCERT: FEBRUARY 8TH HIGHLINE BALLROOM, NYC!

Why the PKRS DVD Release Concert is not to be missed:

• The Highline Ballroom is an incredible venue - flashing lights, great stage, amazing food!
  
• We're accepting a select few b-day parties for this show (contact us for info).
  
• The Merry Men with Horns will be there.
  
• We'll be playing a brand new, never played before song called "Kids Rock!"
• The Highline's bar and restaurant will be open.
• You'll get to meet my assistant, West Ginger Liberty!
  
• We've got some surprises up our sleeves!

You can get tickets by clicking the title of this post or on Ticketmaster.

Walk like a rock star, 

PK

Revved Up & Ready To Rock! Reviewed

Here's another nice review of Revved Up & Ready to Rock! by shescribes.com.

Click the title of the post for the entire review, if you're so inclined!  From the review...

"Okay, I have a confession to make, I'm totally hooked on a so-called "kiddie band" called Princess Katie & Racer Steve....Dare I say that Princess Katie & Racer Steve can be BOTH a "kiddie band" and a great band for adults?  Their music is so catchy and their stage show so incredibly entertaining .  I was equally as captivated as my kids were."

Thrilled people are enjoying it, I remain,

Princess Katie

Princess Katie & Racer Steve LIVE in Long Island January 18th!

Mah word! It feels like forevah since we performed!  Just busy with other things like the DVD and writing new music (shh...we'll be playing a new song at our DVD Release Concert on February 8th).

Anyway, we're excited to announce that we'll be performing in East Hills, Long Island on January 18th @ 11 am.  We recommend you get your tickets in advance as they tend to sell out before the shows.  Here's the deal:

PKRS Live at Sid Jacobson JCC

11 am

300 Forest Drive, East Hills, LI

Costumes encouraged.

Tickets:  please call 516-484-1545 

PLEASE NOTE:  

Our DVD Release Concert will be held on Sunday, February 8th at the Highline Ballroom in NYC.  

Please order your tickets by clicking the title of this post.  Rock star attire!

Here's hoping that 2009 will be your best year yet!

Princess Katie

DAD TALK'S REVIEW OF "REVVED UP & READY TO ROCK!"

"The concert includes puppets, silly outfits, happy horn players and a lot of energy.  While watching, we had both kids dancing on the floor of our playroom.   

Seriously, the music is a lot of fun.  So, if you're still trying to figure out what to get your kids for the holidays.."

We're thrilled to hear kids are rocking out!

To read the whole review, click the title of this post!

Cookie Magazine's Top Ten Best Kids' Music 2008 - Fast & Feisty by Princess Katie & Racer Steve

We're on Cookie Magazine's Best Kids' Music Top Ten List for 2008!

"A lot about Katie & Steve seems incongruous.  They dress in theme-parkish costumes, and their songs carry a vague air of '60s mod-ness, but when it comes down to it, 

they just make great kids music."

Thanks for loving Fast & Feisty!

Click the title of this post to see the whole article.

We'll also be performing at Cookie Magazine's Kidsfest in Beaver Creek, Colorado on Saturday, March 14th @ 6:30 pm.

See our sidebar for details!

Happy Holidays From Princess Katie & Racer Steve!

Let's be totally honest here:  kids are, by far, the best thing roaming this planet (everyone is entitled to their own opinion, right?)  Their positivity and desire to seek out happiness comes naturally to them and it's incredible to be around them and bask in their sparkly glow.   

That said, we hope you enjoy every second of seeing your children happy as they run around holiday parties, open presents and soak up every compliment from family and friends telling them undeniably adorable they are.  

So enjoy whatever you celebrate and let's wish for a much-needed peaceful 2009.

Thank you for playing our music and videos in your home/car...over and over and over and over...

Covering the castle with lights, we remain,

Princess Katie & Racer Steve

OUR DVD RELEASE CONCERT IS BOOKED - PRINCESS KATIE & RACER STEVE!

To celebrate the official release of our DVD, 'Revved Up & Ready To Rock!' we've got a big show planned!

Sunday, February 8th @ 12 noon (doors 11 am)

Highline Ballroom 431 West 16th Street, NYC

Rock star attire a MUST!  Okay, maybe not a must, but definitely encouraged in the strongest way possible.

We'll have the Merry Horn Players of the Forest, things that glow and fly, flashing lights, an energetic Princess, a guitar-crazy race car driver, a Wheel of Rock and more!  Oh, the Highline will have it's kitchen/bar open, so if you want to make an afternoon of it, you can because doors open at 11 am.

You can get tickets by clicking the title of this post!

See you there, sweeties!

PK

Otterhop's Take on Princess Katie & Racer Steve's New DVD!

Otterhop loves our DVD!  Right on!

Read the very cool review by clicking the title of this post!

It's a good read!  Says me!

Princess Katie

Princess Katie & Racer Steve Revved Up & Ready To Rock! Review

We got a fabulous review of our new DVD, Revved Up & Ready To Rock!

Read it by clicking the title of this post!

Princess Katie

Princess Katie & Racer Steve's "Kiddie Rockers Unite" CD/DVD Drive A Huge Success

This evening Racer Steve and I, along with Crash and Space performed for the ultra cute kids at the Ronald McDonald House here in NYC.  The Ronald McDonald House is an incredible place, offering families a way to stay together in a comfortable environment while their children get treatment for serious illnesses.

A few months ago I had asked kiddie musicians and people within the industry if they would like to donate some CDs/DVDs for me to give out at my hospital performances and at this event at The Ronald McDonald House.  Well, they did give and very, very generously if I might add.  

It's hard to explain what it feels like when you're performing for children who are dealing with life-threatening illnesses.  Their energy is low, their faces pained.  Now imagine having the incredible power to light up those little, beautiful faces by offering the music of these artists.  I was able to do this tonight because of the generosity of these kiddie rockers and industry insiders.  

After our performance, we were invited up to the dining room where I announced to all the kids and their parents how these musicians would have loved to perform for them, but figured the next best thing would be to give their music to them.  As I went from child to child giving out the cds and a copy of our new dvd with it, you can't imagine how psyched they were.  I'd like to thank everyone who donated their art to such truly deserving little kids.

No special order.  Thank you so much.

Amberly Warnke - Ages 3 & Up

Baze and His Silly Friends

The Hipwaders

Mr. Richard

Silly Sally

Mr. Leebot

Stefan Shepard - Zooglobble*

Groovy Ruby

Gwyneth - Gooney Bird Kids*

Susan Fox - Park Slope Parents*

Randy Kaplan

Dan Shorr

Bill Childs - Spare The Rock, Spoil the Child*

The Little Leaguers

Mr. Ray

Matt Clark

*Many people "in the biz" got the word out about this by posting about it on their kids' music blogs.  Thank you to Spare the Rock, Gooney Bird Kids,  Zooglobble and Park Slope Parents.

If I forgot anyone - I don't think I did - please email me so I can add you.

PK

PS We visit hospitals often, if you would like to donate, you can email me and I'll tell you where to send them.  

DVD OUT NOW! PRINCESS KATIE & RACER STEVE'S REVVED UP & READY TO ROCK!

We're thrilled to announce that our new DVD, Revved Up & Ready To Rock, is available now!

See us live performing at NYC's Highline Ballroom, see my dragon, Peyton, meet my assistant/news anchor, West Ginger Liberty and be ready for some more surprises!

We also have specially-priced Holiday Gift Packs available - DVDs, T-Shirts, CDs - mix and match them!

You can click the title of this post to order!

Happy Holidays!

Princess Katie

PRINCESS KATIE & RACER STEVE @ COOKIE MAGAZINE KIDSFEST - Beaver Creek, CO!

COOKIE MAGAZINE KIDSFEST!

March 12-14 2009

Princess Katie & Racer Steve

Saturday, March 14th 6:30 pm

Vilar Performing Arts Center

Cookie Magazine and Beaver Creek are teaming up for the ultimate kids' extravaganza. Families will enjoy a headliner concert by Princess Katie & Racer Steve, a sneak peak movie screening and a performance by the Chicago Children's Choir. When you're not on the slopes, check out Cookie's ski break activities throughout the Village!

For tickets click here!

Princess Katie & Racer Steve Downloads on itunes! MP3s Click here!

Hi!

Get Princess Katie & Racer Steve downloads on itunes by clicking the title of this post! You can get downloads for Songs For The Coolest Kids, Fast & Feisty and our latest CD, Tiny Cool!

Rock often & fiercely,

Princess Katie