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Here's the press release for our first Seattle fundraiser.
update: here's a direct link for tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/57197
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact: Drew Sowa: 206.913.9180 or drew@concealedrecords.com
Motor and Concealed Records Present A Benefit For The Kurt Cobain Memorial Committee:
MOTOR: REMEMBERING KURT COBAIN 15 years later! ALL AGES!
Featuring Nevermind – The Ultimate Nirvana Tribute
February 10, 2009
SEATTLE – Motor, the newest rock venue in Seattle’s SoDo district, is hosting a benefit concert for The Kurt Cobain Memorial Committee (KCMC) in commeration of the 15-year anniversary of the death of Kurt Cobain. The show, featuring live music by the only KCMC-endorsed Nirvana tribute band – Nevermind.
This inaugural benefit concert is scheduled for 8 p.m., Friday, April 10, at the historic Motor warehouse, a facility used by Nirvana to rehearse prior to the recording of their last studio album, “In Utero.”
The show is open to all ages. One-third of all proceeds from the event go towards the Kurt Cobain Memorial Committee’s goal of building a youth center in Cobain’s honor in his hometown of Aberdeen, Wash.
The fundraising event also features local support, High Class Wreckage, a gritty, barebones, three-piece rock ‘n’ roll band whose DIY spirit has recently been tearing through the Seattle music scene.
Tickets to MOTOR: REMEMBERING KURT COBAIN 15 years later! ALL AGES! are $15 and available at www.brownpapertickets.com, www.concealedrecords.com or in person at Motor, 1950 1st Ave. S. (between Holgate St & Walker St) Seattle, WA 98134.
Interviews with members of the Kurt Cobain Memorial Committee, Nevermind and Motor are available upon request.
About The Kurt Cobain Memorial Committee
The Kurt Cobain Memorial Committee is a perpetual, nonprofit organization headquartered in the city of Aberdeen, Washington. Incorporated in May 2004, the Committee’s objective is to memorialize Aberdeen-native Kurt Cobain, singer/guitarist for the rock band Nirvana, within the Aberdeen city limits and beyond.
The organization’s flagship event is the annual concert, Lounge Acts, which draws Nirvana fans from across the globe. In 2005, the organization erected a large sign at the entrance to Aberdeen which reads, “Welcome to Aberdeen: Come As You Are.” For further information, including the latest updates and information on how you can help, please visit www.kurtcobainmemorial.org or www.myspace.com/kurtmemorial.
About Nevermind
Chicago-based Nevermind is the most active touring tribute to one of the most popular grunge bands of all time: NIRVANA. Formed in 1991, this power trio of siblings has strong chemistry, excellent stage presence, and a powerful sound, helping them outshine all other cover bands out there. The band has more than 80 Nirvana songs in its catalog. Visit www.nirvanatributeband.net for more information.
About Motor
Established in the SoDo district of Seattle, Motor is a live music venue dedicated to recreating and maintaining the authenticity and integrity of the legendary Seattle music scene. The venue features a gritty, garage-like interior built in a warehouse that’s more than 100 years old. Visit www.clubmotorseattle.com or myspace.com/clubmotor for more information.
About Concealed Records LLC
concealed records llc is a Seattle-based independent record label, booking manager, and music advertising agency whose mission is to reinvigorate the passion, energy, and vibe of real rock ‘n’ roll music. Visit concealedrecords.com or myspace.com/concealedartists for more information.
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