About Tailgate Confessions
Formed in 2022, Tailgate Confessions brings a unique blend of modern country and classic rock to the Illinois Valley area, with a special focus on acoustic-style arrangements. Whether we're setting the mood at an intimate private party or firing up the crowd at large county fairs and festivals, we bring high energy and great music to every stage.
Elizabeth Raiter
Lead Vocals
Rachel Corsale
Percussion & Vocals
Rick Topolski
Bass
Timothy Mattern
Guitar & Vocals
Catch Us Live
2026 Tour Schedule
May
3 Shows- May16Jamie's OutpostUtica2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- May23Shandy's PubHenry7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- May24The GroveTroy Grove3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
June
3 Shows- Jun13Heritage HarborOttawa3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Jun20Berta'sOttawa7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Jun26Riverfront Bar and GrillPeru7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
July
7 Shows- Jul3Riverfront w/ REGAL BEAGLEPeruTBA
- Jul11Tru CountryChannahon9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Jul17Marshall County Fairgrounds (Beer Tent)Henry9:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Jul18Karma Bar (Fundraiser)Wedron5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Jul19The GroveTroy Grove3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Jul25Jamie's OutpostUtica2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Jul31Kendall County FairYorkvilleTBA
August
7 Shows- Aug1Tru-CountryNew Lenox9:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Aug8Starved Rock VerandaUtica7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Aug9Heritage HarborOttawa2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Aug15Berta's TapOttawa7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Aug22Lamoille Library FundraiserLamoilleTBA
- Aug28Music Under the Oaks (Centennial Park)Peru6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Aug29Food Truck Vendor ShowStreator3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
September
4 Shows- Sep5Condit's RanchPutnam2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Sep6The GroveTroy Grove3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Sep19R's All InEarlville7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Sep27Riverfront Bar and GrillPeru2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
October
4 Shows- Oct11Jamie's Outpost (Burgoo)Utica11:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Oct17Fire on FifthPeru7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Oct24R's All InEarlville7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Oct31Hollywood and Vine Halloween PartyTBDTBA
Media
Photos from our shows
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Available for bars, private parties, festivals, and events.