There are at least two bands named The Hillary Step. One was a Belton (Kansas City), MO band active from 1998-2002. The band played emotional post-hardcore with intricate mathrock elements. The Hillary Step was lead by guitarist/vocalist Brad Hodgson, and featured long-time friends bassist Brian Frisbie and drummer Danny McConnaughhay. The trio released The Second Time Means Nothing in 1999 on URININE Records before ultimately dissolving in 2002 when Hodgson moved to Texas. The other band's self-serving bio follows below: The Hillary Step may be most comfortably categorized as an acoustic pop band, but that label exists only as a point of departure for a duo that produces innovative, forward-thinking music for the intelligently–inclined masses. The band’s distinctive songs seamlessly integrate a rock ‘n roll soul with a lyrical essence. The Hillary Step consistently delivers accessible pop flavor, successfully blending stunning, straightforward melodies with clever and complex lyrics that are immediately relatable. Both as recording artists and as a live act, The Hillary Step has built a loyal following throughout New England, the Midwest, and primarily around their home base of New York City. Their exciting live shows, featuring the duo and their band, have taken the stage at such popular venues as Central Park Summer Stage, The Bitter End, Arlene’s Grocery, Caffe Vivaldi, Kenny’s Castaways and The Lion’s Den. The Hillary Step features Rob Schiffmann (guitar, vocals, songwriting, et al) and Jon Rothstein (bass, vocals, songwriting). Friends since childhood, the two reunited after college and began their musical collaboration as the duo Urban Badlands. After the addition of several band members, the group took on the impressive moniker of The Hillary Step (def.: the rock face considered the last true summit and challenge prior to reaching the top of Mount Everest). Recently, Rob and Jon resumed their journey as a duo, and after recording their latest CD "Note to Self" — with all instruments played by Rob and all vocals performed by Rob, Jon and guest vocalist, Annie Schiffmann — expanded the band to include backed by the talents of Ale deVries (drums), Rachel Dart (back-up vocals) and Eric March (keyboards). The Hillary Step’s two CD’s “Knee Deep in Giants” and the brand new “Note to Self” are available on iTunes and on their website - www.thehillarystep.com “I’m tired of this waiting and I’m tired of this weight. I am anticipating disappointment and debate. You are procrastinating and I cannot keep it straight. I am waiting in the spotlight of the meanwhile.” Lyric from “ Meanwhile” by The Hillary Step Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.