Blues Legend Marcia Ball and Billboard Chart Topper Margo Rey to Rock Houston’s Bayou City Art Festival in Memorial Park

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(Houston, TX - March 24, 2014) - Houston Mayor Annise Parker’s challenge to cultivate a new cultural plan for Houston has been accepted by the The Art Colony Association, Producer of the Bayou City Art Festivals. This year, the organization will present a new, expanded main stage on the Bayou City Art Festival site; The 2014 unLimited Stage will host stellar acts from Blues to Adult Contemporary to Rock and Roll.  The festival will run from March 28th through March 30th, and mark the biggest ever endeavor to date, with over 400 artists from 19 different art mediums presenting their work.  For tickets go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bayou-city-art-festival-memorial-park-2014-tickets-8464855611

The inclusion of a larger music stage with nationally renowned musicians like blues legend Marcia Ball and billboard chart topper Margo Rey will complement the cosmopolitan offerings of the festival, which has grown in the last 43 years to be one of the top ten juried art festivals in the United States.

On Saturday, March 29th,  Margo Rey will treat the festival goers to her own brand of adult contemporary music, including her hit songs “Let the Rain,” written with John Oates,  and “Habit.”  Preceding Margo Rey will be South Texas Bluesman Reno Perez, John Lennon Songwriting Contest Winner Shawn Pander, and violinist Omar Lopez.

Marcia Ball’s special performance on Sunday March 30th comes after a run of concerts from Hawaii to Europe. The Boston Globe described her music as "an irresistible celebratory blend of rollicking, two-fisted New Orleans piano, Louisiana swamp rock and smoldering Texas blues.” Preceding Ball is Hell Bent featuring bluesman Johnny Nicholas with 5-time Grammy winner and steel guitar Hall of Famer Cindy Cashdollar.

Closing the festival on Sunday will be The Soul Supporters featuring Barbara Lynn, the left-handed guitar player who’s song “You’ll Lose a Good Thing” was a number 1 US Billboard R&B chart hit and Top 10 Billboard Hot 100 hit. Her songs have been recorded by the likes of Aretha Franklin and Freddy Fender, and sampled by Moby.  Barbara Lynn was awarded a Pioneer Award by the Rhythm and Blues Foundation.

SCHEDULE:

FRIDAY 28 MARCH

12:00pm Guillermo Serpas

1:30pm Cliff DeMarks

2:45pm Merry Miller

4:00pm Heartstrings

SATURDAY 29 MARCH

12:00pm Omar Lopez

1:30pm Shawn Pander

2:45pm Reno Perez

4:15pm Margo Rey

SUNDAY 30 MARCH

12:00pm Festival Award Announcements: Artists

            ACA STEAM: Microsoft Middle School Art Competition Winners

            ACA STEAM: Emerging Artists High School Public Art Exhibition Winners

12:15pm Lauren Silva

1:30pm Hell Bent featuring Johnny Nicholas and Cindy Cashdollar

2:45pm Marcia Ball

4:15pm The Soul Supporters with Barbara Lynn Joining

5:15pm Barbara Lynn

About Bayou City Art Festival:

Established in 1972, the Art Colony Association (ACA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to producing high quality art festivals and events to provide financial support to local non-profit partners. Over the past 40 years, the Art Colony Association, producer of Bayou City Art Festival Memorial Park in the spring and Bayou City Art Festival Downtown in the fall, has raised more than $35 million for local non-profit programs. The Festivals are funded in part by grants from the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance. Visit www.bayoucityartfestival.com for more information.

Atlanta-based Covenant House Along With Brides Against Breast Cancer produce a Night of Music and Comedy Event Featuring Comedian Ron White Along With 6-time Billboard Charting Singer-Songwriter Margo Rey

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Event proceeds benefit Covenant House International

ATLANTA, GA – August 22, 2013 – Atlanta-based charity organization Covenant House along with Brides Against Breast Cancer will present a special night of music and comedy featuring 6-time Billboard Top 40 Singer-Songwriter Margo Rey and a special guest performance by Comedian Ron White to benefit local homeless children in the Atlanta area on Tuesday September 17 at the Buckhead Theatre in Atlanta, GA. The show starts at 7:30 with doors opening at 7:00pm to the general public.  Ron White will do a short performance to be followed by a performance by Margo Rey who currently has a top 20 Billboard hit with “Tempted.”

Singer-Songwriter Margo Rey is the National Ambassador for Brides Against Breast Cancer, an organization aimed at raising funds for education, information and outreach services to cancer patients and their families. One of her song hits, “Let The Rain,” a top 20 Billboard charting song, is the official theme song for the Brides Against Breast Cancer nationwide campaign that is currently underway. "From my perspective as a breast cancer warrior now undergoing chemotherapy, I believe that education and personal support are just as critical as prompt medical treatment," said Margo Rey. "It is my pleasure to join Brides Against Breast Cancer to raise awareness and help ensure that no one ever has to face cancer alone."

Event tickets are now available for $50 and there are a limited amount of VIP tickets available that include a meet and greet with Margo Rey and Ron White for $200. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000.

ABOUT MARGO REY

Margo Rey’s alternative pop songs have captured a worldwide audience with her unforgettable melodies, groove oriented arrangements and enduring, socially conscious lyrics. Her Christmas song “This Holiday Night” was the only original Christmas song to chart last year and topped out at #4. Her biggest hit, “Let the Rain,” co-written with the legendary John Oates, remained on the charts for 21 weeks.  Rey’s newest single, “Tempted,” is presently on the Top 20 charts and currently being played on radio stations across the United States.  For more information about Margo Rey:  http://www.margorey.com

ABOUT RON WHITE:

Comedian Ron “Tater Salad” White, best known as the cigar smoking, scotch drinking funnyman from the “Blue Collar Comedy” phenomenon comes home to Atlanta to lend his name and time in support of these two worthy causes. White will make a special guest appearance at this show benefiting Covenant House and Brides Against Breast Cancer.  White has achieved two Grammy nominations, a Gold Record, two of the top rated one-hour specials in Comedy Central history, a book that appeared on the New York Times Best Seller List, and CD and DVD sales of over 10 million units.  For more information about Ron White:  http://www.tatersalad.com

  

ABOUT BRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER: 

Brides Against Breast Cancer, a Sarasota, Florida-based charity organization that offers nationwide free information, programs and services to cancer patients, caregivers and family members, while connecting them with others who are undergoing a similar experience. 

Brides Against Breast Cancer (BABC) is a wholly owned affiliate of the Center for Building Hope, headquartered in Sarasota, FL. The Center offers free information, programs and services to cancer patients, caregivers and family members, while connecting them with others who are undergoing a similar experience.  Our goal in the coming year is to make free CBH programs and services available to anyone, anywhere through a nationwide online network of more than 100 affiliates called the Network for Building Hope. To help achieve that goal, we have just announced the "Say I DO" campaign, led by our national ambassador Singer/Songwriter Margo Rey, a breast cancer survivor, and her fiancé, Comedian Ron White.

For more information, please visit Brides Against Breast Cancer’s official website at

http://www.bridesagainstbreastcancer.org

ABOUT COVENANT HOUSE:  

Covenant House opened its doors in 2000 to provide shelter and services to Atlanta’s homeless and runaway youth.  For over a decade, the organization has dedicated their services to helping young people suffering from homelessness, sexual exploitation, involved in drug-dealing, theft and other anti-social activities.  More than 15,000 youth have received support from CHGA since 2000.  Currently, more than 1300 homeless and at-risk youth are given support and help every year.  The waiting list, at times, is dishearteningly long.  Covenant House Georgia is a full partner of Covenant House International, the largest privately funded agency in the United States providing shelter and services to homeless and at-risk youth.

Covenant House Georgia is the only program of its kind in Georgia serving homeless kids every night between midnight and 8:00 AM. Five nights a week, our Outreach Van visits some of the most distressed neighborhoods of Atlanta, seeking out sexually exploited youth, drug dealers, and gang members in the hopes of saving a life.  Since opening the Center on Broad Street in 2006, more than 10,000 young people have walked through the doors looking for assistance with shelter, food, clothing, education, and employment. Every day young men and women have come here in search of crisis counseling, employment, a GED diploma, or a safe place to sleep.

For more information, please visit Covenant House’s official website at http://www.covenanthousega.org

BILLBOARD CHARTING SINGER-SONGWRITER MARGO REY HAS BEEN NAMED NATIONAL AMBASSADOR FOR BRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER

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Cancer survivor Rey’s hit, "Let the Rain," to become non-profit's theme song 

SARASOTA, FL – Brides Against Breast Cancer™ (BABC) announced today that noted singer and songwriter Margo Rey has been named volunteer ambassador for the national  non-profit organization. Her hit, "Let the Rain," a top 20 Billboard charting song, will become the theme song for a new BABC nationwide campaign.

"From my perspective as a breast cancer warrior now undergoing chemotherapy, I believe that education and personal support are just as critical as prompt medical treatment," said Margo Rey. "It is my pleasure to join Brides Against Breast Cancer to raise awareness and help ensure that no one ever has to face cancer alone."

In her role as ambassador, Margo Rey will visit select cities where Brides Against Breast Cancer (www.bridesabc.org) holds its “Original Nationwide Tour of Gowns” bridal shows, which raise money for education, information and outreach services to cancer patients and their families.  She is also looking forward to becoming a bride herself, planning a fall wedding to her partner for the last five years, famous comedian and actor Ron “Tater Salad” White.

"Margo Rey's cancer journey will offer inspiration to so many people," said Carl Ritter, chief executive officer for the Sarasota-based nonprofit. "She will spread hope and courage to thousands of families affected by cancer in her role as Ambassador."

Rey’s alternative pop songs have captured a worldwide audience with their unforgettable melodies, groove oriented arrangements and enduring, socially conscious lyrics. Her biggest hit, “Let the Rain” – co-written with the legendary John Oates – remained on the charts for 21 weeks.  Rey’s newest single, “Tempted,” is presently in the Top 40 charts and currently being played on dozens of radio stations across the United States.

A native of Mexico, Margo Rey is fluent in English and Spanish and holds good conversational skills in French and Italian.  She was raised in the Dallas area, where she began performing at the age of 11. She has sung in eight languages and in many countries. A singer, songwriter and a dancer, Rey has been a vocalist in pop groups and TV commercials, and was voice-over talent in the 2008 animated movie "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" and has toured with New York City Broadway shows.

In keeping with Rey's volunteer leadership, BABC is kicking off a new campaign this summer called simply, "I Do!"  As Amy Paulishak, vice president, said, "Those two words from all our future brides describe the response we hope to hear when we ask people to support our program, from donating funds, to performing self-breast exams and helping family members and friends facing this disease."

This year, Brides Against Breast Cancer will host more than 120 bridal shows nationwide, and will contribute 2 million dollars to support free programs and services to help people impacted by cancer.  In addition, the nonprofit will distribute thousands of breast self-examination cards.

Brides Against Breast Cancer sells all brands of new designer and gently worn wedding gowns, with an average offering of nearly 1,000 dresses at each show. Gowns are available in sizes from 0 to 24, and layaway is available.  Gown prices start at $99 and range upwards to new name brand and couture gowns valued at $3,900 or more.

“Our organization makes it possible for future brides around the country to purchase wedding gowns at dramatic savings, as well as donate their own gowns,” said Paulishak.  "If you have already said, 'I do,' and want to donate your gown, a charitable tax deduction is available."

For more information on Brides Against Breast Cancer, visit  www.bridesabc.org or call 1-877-721-HOPE.  For more information on Margo Rey, visit  www.margorey.com.

NEW SINGLE “TEMPTED” TO BE RELEASED ON iTUNES MAY 28th

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LOS ANGELES, Calif. – May 14, 2013 – Singer/songwriter Margo Rey today announced her newest single and latest cover of Squeeze’s 80’s track, “Tempted.” After several male renditions of the British rock band’s piece, Margo decided to turn the tables with an updated pop/R&B female version of the classic tune.

“Tempted” brings out a smooth vibe while still displaying Margo’s very own melodic flair. The single will be available for radio adds starting on May 13th and available for a US digital release on iTunes May 28th.

"When I was approached about doing a cover for my next single,  I knew immediately that "Tempted" was the song I wanted to sing and re-arrange as an homage to this very talented band, Squeeze which actually had 3 different singers in the song Glenn Tilbrook, Chris Difford, & Paul Carrack,” states Margo on her thoughts of the making of “Tempted.  “I had a fantastic time producing it with my dear friend and collaborator, Barrett Yeretsian.  I am so thankful to Squeeze for writing and recording an unforgettable song that has been my "Habit" to sing for years.”

Following her latest release, “Habit” and in the midst of battling breast cancer, Margo hasn’t stopped pursuing her music. She received much recognition after performing at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel for a special one night event benefitting The Noreen Fraser Foundation, a non-profit organization that focuses on raising funds for women’s cancer research. Her husband and stand up comedian, Ron White, stood by her side as he hosted the event.

In her latest album “Habit,” Margo put together a variety of organic sounds with every bit of emotion put into each song. The Indie Music Digest says, “Her musical/vocal style is cut from the cloth of Celine Dion, Bonnie Raitt and Shania Twain.” – but I will add she can go toe to toe with any of them vocally.

Working in the music business since she was only eleven years old, Margo continues to provide an array of rich vocals with smooth tunes and funky beats as showcased in her latest single.

For more information on Margo Rey, please visit www.margorey.com.

Listen to “Tempted” here:  https://soundcloud.com/margorey/tempted

 

"Drink Pink" This October at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel

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Grab a glass and join The Blvd, Sidebar and CUT to raise funds for breast cancer research with the Noreen Fraser Foundation.

This October, “Drink Pink” at The Blvd, Sidebar and CUT at Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, for National Breast Cancer Awareness month. By purchasing one of three featured pink cocktails in The Blvd – Pink Lady, Girls Night Out and Pink Sangria - or Lanson Rose Champagne in Sidebar or CUT, a percentage of the proceeds will benefit the Noreen Fraser Foundation in the fight against cancer.

The month-long campaign will end in celebration with a fundraiser in The Blvd on October 30, 2012, as part of the After Dark series, which includes a four course dinner menu by Chef Gilles Arzur, a silent auction, performances by singer Margo Rey and other surprise guests. For tickets contact The Blvd at 310 385 3901.