6X 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

Legendary Singer-Songwriter-Producer Bunny Sigler Releases New R&B Funk Flavored Single “Hero” October 8

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“…Bunny Sigler proves himself as some sort of mad scientist songwriter, who mixes together ingredients of many genres and warps them into something unique that he can call his own.” – MuzikReviews.com

Bunny Sigler, the renowned Philadelphia born artist, has prevailed to bring to us what is known as the "Philly Sound" with his brand new single “Hero,” which will be released on all major digital retail platforms and radio stations on October 8. Bunny " Mr. Emotion" Sigler embellished the soothing sounds of funk and R&B and constructed a brilliant range of music for the past five decades.  Sigler has and continues to live and breathe the soul and sound of what Philadelphia music represents. From his early years singing in supper clubs, the nickname “Mr. Emotion” came to life whenever Bunny would start tearing up with heartfelt sincere emotion during his live performances. An enthusiast and powerful soul singer at heart enables Bunny to create such grand masterpieces such as his latest single “Hero.”

Like a bottle of fine red wine, Sigler’s vocal and live performances only get better with age and time.  Bunny Sigler's new single "Hero" brings an enticing fresh sound that gravitates to every R&B lover. With a mixture of Sigler’s empowering vocals and catchy upbeat rhythms,  “Hero” accelerates to become a classic work of R&B brilliance. Continuing a steady beat of music for nearly four decades in the music business, Bunny Sigler continues to drop riveting new material. "At 72 years old " there ain't no stoppin us now" claims Sigler, in which "Hero" is a testament to how Bunny Sigler has not lost his touch and can continue to make fresh fun spirited tunes for music fans.

Bunny "Mr. Emotion" Sigler’s work over the years is a timeless creation of what soul and R&B should be.  As a four-time Grammy award winner and nominee with more than 35 million units sold, Bunny continues to awe his audience with his classic sound.

With the Philly soul sound so hot, Sigler got a chance to work with a number of acts as a writer and/or producer, including the Whispers, Ecstacy, Passion And Pain and Carl Carlton. He cut tracks for artists on Curtis Mayfield's Curtom label, including Mayfield himself ("Trippin' Out"), and made a duet album with Barbara Mason. In 1976, Sigler got Instant Funk an album deal with Gamble Huff's TSOP label.

Creating several hits over the span of his career that today's generation keep sampling, Bunny continues to write, produce and record new material. He is the co-writer of the song,
“The Ruler's Back” which was an opening song for the Jay Z's album, "Blueprint". At 70 years old "there ain't no stopping us now" claims "Sigler"...

Bunny Sigler on the web:

Official Website :  http://www.bunzmusicandrecords.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BunnySigler

Twitter : https://twitter.com/BunnySigler

Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/MrBunnySigler

Singer-Songwriter-Pianist Shauna Burns Reveals New Inspiring Celtic Folk Rock CD, “Violet” Set for October 22, 2013 Release

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Celtic vocalist and singer-songwriter Shauna Burns is back with new music that will inspire and empower you. With her past releases in 2009 and 2011, she has taken her new music in a new direction for her fans.

“A new seed planted. Almost ready to bloom forth!” After her last album release, Burns is proud to announce her brand new album entitled Violet. The direction taken for this project is focused on women and female empowerment. Continuing with her Celtic flare, this upcoming release also follows the same structure from A Winter Gathering by having collaborations on the album performed by her and her husband, drummer/percussionist James Clark (who also co-produces), as well as Ryan Whyte Maloney on the guitar, Lindsey Springer on the cello, and Caroline Kember, Burns’ niece, on harp.

Violet is currently set for a October 22nd release with a total of 14 songs on the album. With new songs titled “Orchid” and “Portobello”, Burns has stated that this album will have a positive, uplifting spirit. 

It will express the strengths that all women should carry. Burns decided to make “Violet” the main piece of the album because she feels it being a concept of being free. 

“Orchid” will be a vital piece of the album as well because it showcases a deeper level of vulnerability incorporating the cello, violin, and piano. The single, "Little Song" is a sweet introduction to the album that is about the possibility of the future and giving into what a new relationship brings.  “Out with the old in with the new, letting go and jumping off the cliff of adventure.”

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Shauna Burns on the web:

Official Artist Website:  http://www.shaunaburns.com

Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/shaunaburnsmusic 

Twitter:  http://twitter.com/shaunaburns 

YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/shaunaburns 

"Little Song" on Soundcloud

GRAMMY WINNING DISCO DIVA THELMA HOUSTON ANNOUNCES NEW SIDE PROJECT WITH EMERGING PRODUCER JANITOR

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DEBUT EP “FORTYTWO” TO BE RELEASED SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

LOS ANGELES, CA – SEPTEMBER 17, 2013 – Original songs aren’t a dime a dozen. It may be hard to recreate such a sound from one of American music’s most famous disco diva icons, Thelma Houston.  Add into the mix a 28 year old producer named JANITOR who is deeply embedded in the Los Angeles indie rock scene and you have “fortytwo” - the EP concept and the actual age difference between Houston and JANITOR and an innovative new side-project that challenges the limit of an unlikely collaboration that incorporates both contemporary and vintage sounds.

Houston is well-known to the world of Disco, R&B and Motown. One of her most notable singles during that period was "You've Been Doing Wrong for So Long" which secured her a Grammy nomination for a Best Female R&B Vocal Performance. Houston released her third album Any Way You Like It in 1976. The first single released was her version of Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes’ 1975 song "Don’t Leave Me This Way”. In February 1977 the track hit Number 1 in the U.S. on the R&B and Club Play Singles charts and in April 1977 on the Hot 100 Charts. "Don't Leave Me This Way" won Houston the Best Female R&B Vocal Performance at the Grammys for 1977.

Most recently she has teamed up with JANITOR, an up-and-coming producer and multi-instrumentalist who has played on hundreds of records as a cellist and bassist for veteran bands. Together they have formed this creative relationship built on respect and friendship.

This project is a testament to how an unlikely pairing can collaborate as they formed this partnership by creating songs that truly speak about their issues.  Keeping an open mind, blending genres, styles, and focusing on the emotional context is what “fortytwo,” is about and not necessarily of the mindset if it will sound more like a pop or mainstream or commercially successful music release.

Infusing electronic and R&B and indie pop music, listeners can hear almost every genre in the five-song EP as JANITOR cites his taste in everything from jazz, hip hop to powerpop. Each song is a journey that starts from dark to light – raw, uncensored, thought-provoking lyrics is what JANITOR describes as “Conscious Club” music. They are making music that has a specific idea around it.  It’s also the next generation of Thelma’s sound.

“Enemy,” is the first track from the album and first planned single and instantly draws you in with its minimal production and heavy lyrics. Houston’s stellar vocals and repetitive bass are prominent on this track with lyrics such as “Are you living with the enemy?  Is the enemy in your head? Can you be good to yourself?  Do you forgive yourself? Can you love yourself?”

Soulful, but yet dark, listeners can instantly understand how personal this EP release comes to life. “Enemy” is an ongoing song with the track clocking in just under six minutes which leaves one wanting more and the song closes with an excerpt of JANITOR’s string section.  It was the first song they wrote together.

“Colorblind,” the fourth track from the EP, is about race relations and is meant to be an inspirational piece because it touches upon a controversial subject. JANITOR infuses a pop/punk and goth tone that also elevates during the chorus with positive, uplifting lyrics.

JANITOR and Houston are both drawn from each other’s musical and life experiences as they’ve co-written each song on the release.

The “fortytwo” EP will be released September 17, 2013 on most major digital retail stores.

For more information on Thelma Houston & JANITOR:

http://thelmahouston.com

http://twitter.com/thelma_houston

http://soundcloud.com/thelmahouston

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