ABOUT RIVAL

Band Members

Keith Lawson - Vocals

Joel Kosche - Lead Guitar (Prev of Collective Soul)-

Matt Sinyard - Drums

Eric Clanton - Bass

Classic Rock Band “Rival” began in 2012 in Helen Ga USA
The band has performed at Wild Wings in Suwanee and Gainesville, Branch House, Rosati's in Cumming, Sand Bar in Hiawassee,  Good Ol’ Days in Cumming Route 69.  Sandbar in Hiawassee,  Rocco's in Jasper  & many more 
 Rival plays 70s - 80s Classic Rock songs from bands like Bad Company, Free, ZZ Top, Foreigner, Poison, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Alice Cooper, Grand Funk Railroad + many of your other favorite bands.


Diverse Setlist

Performing timeless hits from iconic rock bands everyone loves.

Songs List - Highway Star, Tie Your Mother Down Funk 49, Banter, She sells Sanctuary, Movin' On, Cant Get Enough, Ready for Love,  Sweet Emotion , Slither, TNT, and Many More.......
Live at Wild Wings - Gainsville GA

What Our Fans Say About Rival

Hear from our amazing fans who love Rival's classic rock performances.
Jessica Thompson
Rival brings the energy that makes every concert unforgettable!
Mike Johnson
Incredible musicianship! They nail every classic rock song with passion.
Sarah Jones
Absolutely love their covers! True classic rock vibes that transport me back.
Tommy Baker
Rival knows how to get the crowd moving and singing along!

 Deborah Appling Russell 

I live in Young Harris, GA and when looking for events with live music Saturday night, I saw that Rival was playing at The Sandbar, I did a quick search of the band to choose between Whisky Mountain Band playing at The Mason Bar in Murphy or staying really local and checking out The Sand Bar. It was a pleasant surprise to see Joel from Collective Soul was in the band! Joel is a phenomenal guitarist, one of the best. Collective Soul is such a great band, so many memories with their music in the background of some very good times. Last night was a real treat. This is the best band that I've heard out and about, and we love live music venues and events. Every musician in the band from vocals to drummer, are extremely talented! I hope you all come back and play in the area, again. I'll be keeping my eyes peeled. Totally rocked my face off!!! I've seen all the cool bands from Metallica to Nirvana to George Jones to Aerosmith, Ronnie Milsap to Green Day, Steely Dan to Toto and many, many bands in between of all genres. Rival holds their own for sure. Thanks for coming out to Hiawasee GA! I look forward to rocking with y'all again. 

Rival Fans mean the world to us !

Live Shows
Facebook Fanclub

2026
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  • 27th June 
    8pm

    Good Ol Days, 419 Atlanta Rd, Cumming GA 30040 - CANCELLED

  • 11th July, 
    8pm

    Sand Bar & Grille  3288 Dogwood Lane Hiawassee GA 30546

  • 17 July,
    8pm

    Rossati's  415 Peachtree Parkway Cumming Ga                                                                                                         

  • 22nd Aug
    8pm

    Good Ol Days,  419 Atlanta Rd, Cumming GA 30049

  • 11th Sept  
    8pm

    Branch House, 5466 McEver Rd,  Flowery Branch GA 30542

  • 10th Oct
    8pm

    Sand Bar 3288 Dogwood Lane  Hiwassee GA 30546

  • 17th Oct
    8pm

    Good Ol Days,  419 Atlanta Road Cumming GA 30049

  • 21st Nov  
    8pm

    Branch House 5466 McEver Rd FLowery Branch GA 30542

    5th Dec 
    Glazing Here , 2850 Georga 54 Peachtree City GA 30269                                                                             8pm
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  • 5th Dec 
    8pm

    Glazing Here , 2850 Georga 54 Peachtree City GA 30269
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  • 19th Dec 
    8pm

    Good Ol Days, 419 Atlanta Rd  Cumming GA 30049

  • More Shows TBA 
    8pm
Live at Rosati's Cumming GA

Get in Touch with Rival

Connect with us for bookings, inquiries, and more!

ARN Management - Lucy Piller

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Lucy@allrightnow.com