In 1998 Antigone Rising won a Levi's contest and played several of Sara Mclachlan's New York area Lilith Fair dates, one in New York City's Bryant Park on June 1 in front of 10,000 people. From 2000 to 2008 the band spent most of its time touring the country and building a massive grassroots following playing up to 280 shows a year.
In 1998, Antigone Rising won a Levi's contest and played several gigs for Sara McLachlan at Lilith Fair in New York City's Bryant Park on June 1st, with a crowd of 10,000 people. From 2000 to 2008, the band toured extensively across the country, building a large fan base through playing over 280 shows annually.