Monday, June 16, 2008
UNITED STATES CONGRESS PRESENTS PAUL RODGERS WITH A PROCLAMATION, FOR HIS WORK WITH “KIDS ROCK FREE” MUSIC EDUCATION PROGRAM IN CALIFORNIA
Singer/songwriter Paul Rodgers who blasted onto the music scene with the hit “All Right Now” celebrates his 40th year as a recording artist. Rodgers was recently recognized by US Congress for his musical achievements and his philanthropist work with The Fender Center’s “Kids Rock Free” Music Education Program in California. Through his efforts, Rodgers has helped raise over $200,000 for the program. The Proclamation was given by member of Congress Ken Calvet and presented to Rodgers, only the 8th person to receive such an honor, by Fender Center board member Jeff Bennett, Saturday, June 14th before a sold-out benefit concert in Corona to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the center. “Music is the great connector,” said Rodgers. “It connects us to our emotions and to each other. Thanks to the U.S. Congress for recognizing the value of music.”
Currently, Rodgers is in the UK with Queen readying to perform at the celebration of Nelson Mandela’s 90th birthday at London’s Hyde Park on June 27. Rodgers first met Mandela, performing at a South African 46664 concert in 2005 and is proud to continue to support the man and his organization, raising awareness about the impact of AIDS and promotes HIV prevention. “When you consider all of the indignities and injustices that have challenged Nelson Mandela, it’s a miracle and a real testament to his fortitude and courage that he can still shine the light of peace. It’s typical of the man’s humility that on his birthday he should make this huge effort on behalf of other people. This will be one of the highlights of my life.”
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