Best known for their catchy, melodic tunes and passionate lead singer Melissa Ziemer, (as demonstrated on their acclaimed debut CD), Gertrude have been making waves at their live performances where they deliver their hook-laden songs with an upbeat and powerful edge! Having worked with Producer Doug McBride (Veruca Salt, Cheap Trick) on their self-titled debut, Gertrude have been performing feverishly around Chicagoland at such venues as House of Blues, Martyrs', and The Note, winning over fan after fan with their brand of melodic pop-rock that they first created back when they formed under the name Soul Intention. Armed with lead singer Melissa (not Gertrude) Ziemer's passionate vocals, Gertrude may not be just a "local band" for much longer. The uniqueness of Gertrude is that they possess a rare union of artistic integrity and marketability. A desire to write and play for "the song", enables them to work as one organism moving towards the common goal of delivering memorable music to their audience. Gertrude creates a sound of colorful depth that truly sets them apart! • Voted "Chicago's Best Female Fronted Band" • Fresh Tracks Winter Tour Participants • Played to sold-out crowds at the House of Blues, Chicago on 1.5.00 & 1.18.01 • Opened for such National Acts as "10,000 Maniacs," Evan & Jaron" & "The Why Store" • Featured on "Around the Coyote Arts Festival" Music Compilation • Repeat Musical guests on WCKG radio and Channel 20 TV