For those who missed Pat McGee Band's past few jaunts through State College, fear not. The Crowbar regular will make another stop through town next Monday.

"They're right up there with The Clarks," said Dave Wells, director of operations for Crowbar, 420 E. College Ave., referring to how many times the band has stopped in town. "They have a solid fan base and their following continues to grow."

The quintet of jam-band rockers formed back in 1996 in Richmond, Va. and have been visiting the Centre County area since 2000.

Since its inception, the band has seen many changes including the departure of member Al Walsh in 2001 who went on to pursue a solo career and the addition of electric guitar to the group's sound.

The group's rise to success has been a slow one, facilitated mostly by word-of-mouth and substantial touring. According to its Web site, the band once put more than 100,000 miles on its van in one year after performing over 250 shows. The band has since gotten a tour bus.

Non-stop touring has had its advantages as some Penn Staters have found their fondness for the band growing over the years.

"I first got their CD freshman year and I had never heard of them," said Rebecca Rich (senior-architecture). "But I've had a growing interest ever since and look forward to seeing them live."

Amanda Caputo (senior-integrative arts) has been following the band for years and is excited to see the band's infamous renditions of classic rock songs.

"My first time seeing them live was last year at the HUB show they did," Caputo said. "They did some kick-ass covers then and I can't wait to hear what ones they perform at the show."

As for the future, the band has an album in the can ready for release in February, almost four years after its last, Shine.

Despite the wait for new music, the band has still managed to find an audience for each pass through State College.

"It's always a good thing when you get into a good relationship with the bands," Wells said. "It's good for the fans and good for the band and above anything it allows us to continue to bring the people what they want to hear. I urge anyone who hasn't had the opportunity to see them to come out to the show."

The show is for all-ages and tickets are $10. Garen from Granian will be opening for the band. The show starts at 9 p.m. and doors open at 8.