One ReverbNation Musician Will be Chosen to Perform at the Race for the Cure

    WOODLAND HILLS, CA, March 17, 2013 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The last submission is in and over 1,000 bands are waiting to hear if they've been chosen to perform at the 2013 'Race for the Cure'. Susan G. Komen Los Angeles County and ReverbNation, partnered to give independent bands the opportunity to become a part of the new concert series, inviting their fans and perhaps gaining a few more as they perform in front of the expected 15,000 people taking part in the 'Race for the Cure'.

The 17th annual family friendly event will take place at Dodger Stadium on March 23, 2013 with their 5K, their Kids Fun Run and for the more serious runner the 10K Double Down. Over 15,000 guests are expected for the day's festivities and one lucky ReverbNation band and their fans will be a historic part of giving back to the Los Angeles community, impacting the fight against Breast Cancer.

Those entered are vying for the position on stage to perform with a few special musical guests, and receive the Ultimate Rock Star Treatment. They will enjoy an exclusive interview and photo opportunity with Playboy Radio; be featured on Komen's website and social media profiles; walk the pink carpet at the Race and become a part of photo and video opportunities. In addition, they will win a $1,000 gift card from Musicians Friend, to www.musiciansfriend.com, Competing, bands are encouraged to register a fan team to fundraise and walk the event for a greater presence, making for a perfect opportunity to grow their fan base and message.

Our outstanding judges include Ralph Johnson of Earth, Wind and Fire, Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night, Jeff Timmons of 98 Degrees, and Grammy award winning Charlie Colin of Train. They will define the music and the band invited to join the lineup and just might surprise us with a song or two as well. Musical guests who will be performing with our ReverbNation winner at the first annual Race for the Cure concert series include, International star Kim Jang Hoon, the King of Pop from South Korea; special guests, The Sledge Grits Band, teen sensation, Lauren Suthers and Christopher Hewett with Ellis, to name a few.

The 2013 'Race for the Cure' will be a day to remember and full of musical magic, while raising significant funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer in Los Angeles. The concert series will be a wonderful addition to the already popular Race, vendor village, health pavilion and celebrated Survivor tent. Join us for a day of honor and celebration, and cheer on the winning musician chosen to perform. Register your team at http://www.komenlacounty.org/komen-race-for-the-cure/

Local Presenting Sponsors are Anthem Blue Cross (sponsor of the new Whole Health Pavilion on Race Day,) the employees and customers of Chevron in Southern California and Ralphs & Food 4 Less. The Media Presenting Sponsor is CBS 2 & KCAL 9. This year's Platinum Sponsor is the Kim Jang Hoon Miracle Tour. At the Diamond level & sponsor of the 10K Double Down: Power Automotive Group. The Gold Sponsor and Official Coffee of Race for the Cure is Don Francisco's Coffee.

About the Los Angeles County Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure
The Los Angeles County Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is dedicated to saving lives and ending breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cures. To date, The Affiliate has raised over $9.2 million for community-based grants to local LA County health organizations. Through these grants, Komen LA County provides crucial funding for breast cancer diagnostic services, educational programs, patient navigation, and psychosocial support.

For more information and to register for Race for the Cure, please visit: http://www.komenlacounty.org/ or connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/komenla and @komenla on Twitter.

About ReverbNation: ReverbNation provides over 2.8 million music industry professionals - artists, managers, labels, venues, festivals/events - with powerful, easy-to-use technology to promote and prosper online. Our wide array of distribution and promotional solutions provide the hands-on tools and actionable insights that allow musicians and industry professionals to reach their goals in an increasingly complex music world. We operate worldwide with customers on every continent. In fact, over 30 million visitors come to www.reverbnation.com every month. And of course we love music!

About Musician's Friend: Musician's Friend, Inc. is a global top 50 internet retailer and the largest direct marketer of musical instruments in the United States. Musician's Friend, Inc., was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Westlake Village, CA. With more than 70,000 unique products for sale, the company covers a wide range of musical needs, including guitars, basses, amplifiers, keyboards, live sound, recording equipment, drums, percussion, woodwind, brasswind and orchestral stringed instruments, as well as related accessories that are marketed through its print catalogs and websites, including www.musiciansfriend.com

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