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Rock and Roll to the Rescue Part 2 - (Eddie) Money for the Animals!

Rock and Roll to the Rescue Part 2 - (Eddie) Money for the Animals

Sunday, November 8th
Hard Rock Rocksino - Northfield Park

Cocktail Fundraiser at 6:00
Showtime at 7:30

Tickets Available at the Rocksino Box Office or through Ticketmaster

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Part 2 Just as Successful as Original

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Rock & Roll to the Rescue Part 2 Puts the FUN Back Into Fundraising
Rockin’ Night Raises Money for Rescue Village

Cleveland, OH, November 11, 2015 - Continuing in the tradition of the inaugural event featuring Chubby Checker in January, Rock & Roll to the Rescue Part 2: (Eddie) Money for the Animals proved to be a huge success, once again entertaining a sold out crowd while raising much needed funds for the animals at Geauga Humane Society’s Rescue Village. The gala was held Sunday evening at the Hard Rock Rocksino - Northfield Park and presented by Ganley Subaru of Bedford and The Barkley Pet Hotel & Day Spa.

Headliner Eddie Money entertained fans with an energetic performance of classic hits, including “Two Tickets to Paradise,” “Baby Hold On,” and “Shakin.” Three of Money’s five children - Jesse, Dez, and Julian - joined his band for their current The Sound of Money Tour, a nod to the 50th anniversary of The Sound of Music and both musical families. The obviously proud Moneyman briefly turned over the stage to showcase a few of their original songs during the night as well.

The evening was hosted by original MTV VJ, and former Geauga County resident, Nina Blackwood who brought the audience back to the 80’s with her quick banter and larger than life persona while also sharing her genuine passion for animals. Blackwood currently hosts several radio programs including Nina Blackwood’s Absolutely ‘80s, New Wave, and Sirius XM's ‘80s on 8 and co-authored VJ: The Unplugged Adventures of MTV’s First Wave.

In addition to Money and Blackwood, many other celebrities joined in to support the cause, including Fox 8’s Dick Goddard, dancers from The University of Akron, and celebrity chefs Anna Harouvis and Dante Boccuzzi. Recording artist Aleem opened the show with a selection from his debut album, the first single from which will be released in February, and magicians Jason and Stacy Alan wowed the crowd with a teaser of their full show.

The true stars of the night, however, were the ambassador animals who were there to remind people of the important work that is done daily for the dogs, cats, horses, and other animals at Rescue Village.

"Rock n' Roll to the Rescue combines a great evening of live music and a great cause - helping homeless animals at our shelter find their forever homes,” said Rescue Village Executive Director Hope Brustein. “Putting together Eddie Money, Howard Perl Productions, and 2,000 people, raised thousands of dollars for life-saving needs at Rescue Village. We love this awesome event.”

Rescue Village, located in Russell Township, is a vital center for animal welfare in Northeast Ohio. Animals at Rescue Village are cared for until they find a new home and are never euthanized due to age, special needs, or lack of space. 100% of the care of these animals comes from private donations. For more information about their mission, please visit geaugahumane.org.

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Rock & Roll to the Rescue Part 2 Sold Out Show this Sunday

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Rock & Roll to the Rescue Part 2: (Eddie) Money for the Animals

Sold Out Benefit to be held at Hard Rock Rocksino on Sunday

Cleveland, OH, November 6, 2015 - Howard Perl, CEO of Howard Perl Productions and event organizer, has announced that Rock & Roll to the Rescue Part 2 has officially sold out. The event raises money for Rescue Village, a sanctuary for homeless dogs, cats, horses, and other animals in Geauga County.

The benefit is a sequel to the inaugural Rock & Roll to the Rescue gala featuring Chubby Checker, which was held in January and hailed by The Plain Dealer as “one of the best evenings of the year.”

Eddie Money will headline Part 2, which raises funds for Geauga Humane Society’s Rescue Village. It is the first Rocksino appearance for the legendary rocker known for hits such as “Two Tickets to Paradise,” “Take Me Home Tonight,” and “Baby Hold On.” The evening will be hosted by original MTV VJ, and former Geauga County resident, Nina Blackwood. Blackwood currently hosts several radio programs including Nina Blackwood’s Absolutely ‘80s, New Wave, and Sirius XM's ‘80s on 8 and co-authored VJ: The Unplugged Adventures of MTV’s First Wave.

In addition to Money and Blackwood, many other guests are slated to share the spotlight Sunday evening, including recording artist Aleem, magician Jason Allen, dancers from the University of Akron, Fox 8’s Dick Goddard, and celebrity chefs Anna Harouvis and Dante Boccuzzi.

Rock & Roll to the Rescue Part 2, presented by Ganley Subaru of Bedford and The Barkley Pet Hotel & Day Spa, will take place this Sunday, November 8th at the Hard Rock Rocksino - Northfield Park, located at 10777 Northfield Road in Northfield, Ohio. A pre-show cocktail fundraiser begins at 6:00 pm with showtime set for 7:30 pm. Attendees must be 21 and over.

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Nina Blackwood to Host Rock & Roll to the Rescue Part 2

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MTV VJ Nina Blackwood Returns to her Roots to Host

Rock & Roll to the Rescue Part 2

Benefit to be held at Hard Rock Rocksino on November 8th

Cleveland, OH, October 28, 2015 - Former Geauga County resident Nina Blackwood will return to the Cleveland area on November 8th for Rock & Roll to the Rescue Part 2: (Eddie) Money for the Animals. Blackwood became a household name in 1981 as a member of MTV’s original VJ lineup. Still an iconic force, she currently hosts several radio programs including Nina Blackwood’s Absolutely ‘80s, New Wave, and Sirius XM's ‘80s on 8 and co-authored VJ: The Unplugged Adventures of MTV’s First Wave.

Not only is Blackwood happy to come home, she is also a supporter of the Rock & Roll to the Rescue cause. "I'm thrilled and honored to be part of this event as my deepest passion is loving and helping animals in any way I can," she said.

The benefit follows January’s sold out inaugural event, which featured Chubby Checker and was hailed by The Plain Dealer as “one of the best evenings of the year.”

The Rock & Roll to the Rescue concert concept was developed by Howard Perl, CEO of Howard Perl Productions, as a way to put a unique spin on traditional fundraising efforts. Perl, an executive in the entertainment industry and creator of The Barkley Pet Hotel & Day Spa brand, saw it as a way to combine his background with his love of animals and raise money for an important cause.

“Just like the original, Part 2 will be a fun night packed with music, auctions, and celebrities all to help the homeless dogs, cats, horses, & other animals at Rescue Village,” Perl said. “It’s going to be a great show for an even better cause.”

In addition to Money and Blackwood, many other guests are slated to share the spotlight, including Fox 8’s Dick Goddard, and recording artist Aleem.

Rock & Roll to the Rescue Part 2, presented by Ganley Subaru of Bedford and The Barkley Pet Hotel & Day Spa, will take place Sunday, November 8th at the Hard Rock Rocksino - Northfield Park, located at 10777 Northfield Road in Northfield, Ohio. A pre-show cocktail fundraiser begins at 6:00 pm with showtime set for 7:30 pm. Tickets starting at $25 are available at the Rocksino box office or through Ticketmaster. Attendees must be 21 and over.

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(Eddie) Money for the Animals

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(Eddie) Money for the Animals!

Rock & Roll to the Rescue Returns to Hard Rock Rocksino - Northfield Park in November

Cleveland, OH, September 10, 2015 - Howard Perl, CEO of Howard Perl Productions, announced today that Eddie Money will headline Rock & Roll to the Rescue (Part 2) on Sunday, November 8th at the Hard Rock Rocksino - Northfield Park. The event will benefit Geauga Humane Society’s Rescue Village and is the first Rocksino appearance for the legendary rocker known for hits such as “Two Tickets to Paradise,” “Take Me Home Tonight,” and “Baby Hold On.”

The benefit follows January’s sold out inaugural event, which featured Chubby Checker

and was hailed by The Plain Dealer as “one of the best evenings of the year.”

Perl is confident attendees will enjoy this show as well.

“Rock & Roll to the Rescue is unlike any other fundraiser in town. We produce Vegas-style shows to put the fun back in fundraising,” he said. “Part 2 will be a unique extension of the gala back in January and will have the same goal - to raise much needed funds for the homeless dogs, cats, horses, and other animals at Rescue Village.”

Rock & Roll to the Rescue (Part 2), presented by Ganley Subaru of Bedford and The Barkley Pet Hotel & Day Spa, will take place Sunday, November 8th at the Hard Rock Rocksino - Northfield Park, located at 10777 Northfield Road in Northfield, Ohio. The fundraising portion of the evening begins at 6:00 pm with showtime set for 7:30 pm. Tickets starting at $25 are available at the Rocksino box office or through Ticketmaster. Rescue Village, the beneficiary of the evening, also offers VIP passes in exchange for donations online at rescueconcert.com.

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For more information about this event, or to schedule an interview with Eddie Money, Howard Perl, or Rescue Village, please contact Melissa Somers.

Eddie Money Bio

Eddie Money was born Edward Joseph Mahoney on March 21, 1949, in Brooklyn, New York. Although he dreamed of being a musician, after high school, Eddie decided to follow in his father’s footsteps and become a police officer.

In 1968, after serving as a New York City Police Officer for two years, Money put his law enforcement career on hold to pursue music. He moved to Berkeley, California and began performing at local clubs. Then, in 1976, after changing his surname from Mahoney to Money, Eddie’s fate changed when he was introduced to legendary promoter Bill Graham while performing at one of Graham’s events. The two quickly became close, with Graham serving as both a mentor and manager to Money. Said Graham of Money, “Eddie Money has it all…not only can he sing, write and play, but he is a natural performer.”

After signing a recording contract with Columbia Records, Money burst onto the scene with his eponymous debut album in 1977. Fans immediately fell in love with Money’s sound, and the album, which went double platinum, featured hits like “Baby Hold On” and “Two Tickets to Paradise.” Money followed the success of his debut album with a stream of Top 40 hits, as well as some of the era’s most creative videos for songs like “Think I’m in Love” and “Shakin.” In 1986, Money released Can’t Hold Back, which featured the classic, Grammy-Nominated duet with Ronnie Spector, “Take Me Home Tonight.” The song reached number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album went platinum and also featured the hit “I Wanna Go Back.”

These days, Money continues to delight new and old fans alike at venues throughout the country. Having opened the summer concert season at the famous DTE Energy Music Theatre in Detroit for nearly 20 years, Money draws fans from all over who are eager to see the legendary musician. Ask any concert attendee and they’ll tell you he retains his signature style and performs with the same passion today as he did more than 30 years ago.

In addition to maintaining a busy touring schedule, Money has featured on hit television shows like “The King of Queens,” where he performed for his good friend Kevin James, and “The Drew Carey Show,” where he played Mimi’s ex-husband.

In recent years, Eddie has been joined on tour by his daughter, Jesse Money. Jesse, who was on MTV’s “Rock The Cradle,” is a talented and charismatic vocalist who has chosen to follow in her father’s footsteps. While on tour with Eddie, Jesse sings back-up vocals and adds an exciting twist to the duet “Take Me Home Tonight.” Eddie and his wife Laurie also have four sons – Zachary, Joseph, Desmond, and Julian.

As the years have passed, Money’s blue-collar brand of Rock n Roll has managed to transcend generations and continues to move audiences today. Along with having sold more than 28 million records, Money’s songs have appeared in dozens of movies and television shows, and have recently been included in hit video games like “Grand Theft Auto” and “Guitar Hero.”