New Lane Brody Album Due Out This Fall
Oscar-nominated Country artist Lane Brody recently served as one of two Honorary Chairs at the Down Syndrome Association of Middle Tennessee’s 5th annual Fall Fiesta, held Aug. 29, 2009.
The event was held at the Factory in Franklin, Tenn. and raised more than $40,000 for the organization. The evening included dinner, cocktails and multiple auctions, as well as a special performance by Brody that included a version of “Sing a Song” with help from the children in attendance.
Brody was then presented a plaque by the association for her work and designation as an Honorary Chair of this year’s Fall Fiesta fundraiser.
“It means so much to be involved with a wonderful organization like the Down Syndrome Association of Middle Tennessee and the terrific efforts they are making on behalf of those affected by this condition. I’m so grateful that I had the opportunity to contribute to that in some small way,” said Brody. Visit www.DSAMT.org for more information.
The artist that scored a No. 1 hit with “The Yellow Rose of Texas,” Brody is busy this fall preparing for the release of her newest album, titled On the Wings of Songs. The first single, “Found in Each Other,” was produced by Brody and released earlier this year. On the Wings of Songs will initially be distributed online through a joint venture agreement with digital distribution label, GMV Nashville (www.gmvnashville.com).
Brody will also appear at the upcoming Rock your Country Soul event on Oct. 8 at Sound Kitchen Studios in Franklin, Tenn. The second annual concert benefits We Are Building Lives, a non-profit organization that helps homeless veterans.
Visit www.WeAreBuildingLives.org for more information.
Lane Brody’s career as a singer and performer includes successful forays into modeling and acting. She was a highly sought after commercial model for print and television ads before becoming a featured guest on the hit sitcom “Taxi.” She later starred in the television series “Heart of the City.” In recent years, Brody has balanced her time between making music and her devotion to animal activism, such as her involvement with wildlife rehabilitation facility Walden’s Puddle in Joelton, Tenn. For more information, visit: www.lanebrody.com.
About Down Syndrome Association of Middle Tennessee:
DSAMT is a community-based organization of more than 500 families. Our mission is to enhance the lives of individuals with Down syndrome by providing support, information and education to those individuals, their families, professionals, and the communities that make up the Middle Tennessee region. With proper supports and services, people with Down syndrome can be productive members of their community. DSAMT is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization funded by private support from individuals, foundations, community organizations and fundraising efforts.
About We Are Building Lives:
We Are Building Lives is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization, formed by a group of Middle Tennessee business leaders, who recognized the severity of Nashville’s homeless veterans situation. Most regrettably, over twenty percent of Nashville’s homeless are honorably discharged veterans. We Are Building Lives is committed to assisting Nashville’s veterans by providing one on one mentoring, health and psychological care, employment, transportation, housing, and financial education. Our singular goal is to support and transition them to become productive members of our community.
Pictured below: Lane Brody (l), performs with several of the children attending the 5th annual Down Syndrome Association of Middle Tennessee Fall Fiesta event, held Aug. 29, 2009.