http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mRkja_iT2I

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEpqTIolLps

My good friend John Gilbert Leavitt is releasing the EP "Pride at 40" which will include a song called Pride, a 6 minute history of the LGBT movement. I took the tracks from Johns original and enhanced the drums, gave it a funky bassline, did some vocals, remixed remixed and polished up. Vocals are sung by John, Kevin Hannan and myself.

Hey guys! Support Bear Music and Win! Michael and I, in our ever increasing efforts to get big furry men with guitars and microphones out there on stages across the USA, have come up with a donation campaign that will have some benefits for our supporters as well. I guess we are taking a cue from PBS and trying to give people something special to thank them for their support. Bearapalooza Nation 2008 continues to gain momentum and we are super excited, but it's still incredibly expensive to do this, so every bit of sponsorship or donation we get really helps our artists. If you can support us with a donation, Thank You, if not, you can also support us by coming to a show, spreading the word, checking out the artists websites, or just dropping us a comment of support. Thanks again to everyone who has supported us over the years. !!

Bearapalooza is an independent grassroots project supporting artists of our community. Organizers and artists are only compensated from door proceeds, donations and sponsorship, and this often does not even cover travel, hotels, equipment, advertising, and other expenses. Generous donations can help us continue to bring fantastic events to the community and give emerging artists a chance to perform, and share thier talents.

DONATE AND WIN: CONTEST & VIP BENEFITS

Hosted By: A Bunch O' Bears
When: Friday Oct 26, 2007
at 7:00 PM
Where: The Rutledge LMV
410 $th Avenue South
Nashville, Tennessee|43 37201
United States
Description:
A Bunch O' Bears

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Sing Out - to Benefit Nashville's OutCentral
Event Showcases Community's Musical Talent

Reserve Friday, September 21 at 7 p.m., for Sing Out!, a benefit concert for Nashville's first GLBTQIF Cultural Center, OutCentral.  According to producer Freddy Freeman, the event will showcase a diverse lineup of the best GLBT vocal artists and musicians.  "I'm excited to share this opportunity to give back to the community," Freeman commented.  "We hope this is the first of many cultural events that will feature talent from across the country."

The Café at Outloud in Nashville will host Sing Out! on Friday, September 21 at 7:00 PM. Scheduled performers include Steff Mahan, Namoli Brennet, Freddy Freeman and Friends, Matthew Ebell, Tim Toonen and Abby McDowell.  A donation of $10.00 is requested, but no amount will be refused. Sister Right of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence will emcee.
 
The Café at Outloud is located at 1707 Church Street in Nashville and is a smoke and alcohol free environment.  Its expanding menu of coffee, teas, and light fare is prepared in house using as many fresh, locally grown, and homemade ingredients as possible.

Hosted By: Bearapalooza
When: Friday Sep 07, 2007
at 8:00 PM
Where: Blue Gene's Back Pocket
1713 Church Street
Nashville, TN 37203
United States
Description:
Bearapalooza

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BEARAPALOOZA NASHVILLE 2007 IS JUST 4 SHORT DAYS AWAY!!!
( and the bonus acoustic jam is just 6 days away !!)

Homo Hip Hop Sensation BIGG NUGG – from Ohio
Folk Rock Hero ANDY NORTHRUP - from Alberta Canada
Prog Rock Superstar TOMMY JOHNS - from Seattle WA
Acousti-tronic Duo NEKKED - from New York, NY
Punk Bears FUTURE VILLAIN BAND – Los Angeles
Soulful Crooner MAX CHRISTOPHER Brooklyn, NY
Electric Performer LIL'FUZ, - from Around
And FREDDY FREEMAN and the Funk-tastic Purple all-stars - from Uranus

- followed by a midnight dance party with DJ Danny Justice.

FRIDAY SEPT 7th
Doors 7pm Show at 8pm
$10 (included for Bear Jam attendees)
Blue Gene's Back Pocket
1713 Church Street
Nashville, Tennessee

** Bonus Acoustic Free Form Jam **
with Freddy Freeman, Tommy Johns, Future Villain Band, Matthew Temple, Charlie K. Brown, Don Harvey, Max Christopher, Toshio Mana and many surprise guests !
Kick back and relax with us as we do whatever we do in the moment! Expect inspired harmonies, crazy cover tunes and musical insanity to ensue

Leaving Bear Vegas Goodbye BBQ and Acoustic Porch Jam
SUNDAY SEPT 9th
Noon – 5pm
Free admission – BBQ $7.00 (included for Bear Jam attendees)
Illusions II – Back Deck
339 Wilhagen Road – Nashville

GLBT Radio Hosts Yahoo Group

Freddy Freeman

Singer - Songwriter - Producer - Event Promoter 
http://www.freddyfreeman.com
Promoter of  Bearapalooza
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993 Glastonbury Road
Nashville, TN 37217
(615) 366 0145 

I want to tell everyone I know about something very special that is happening. It seems that some of the guys who have played Bearapalooza in the past have decided to go on tour together. Most of the guys on the tour are Bearapalooza regulars and will be at Sawmill in early October just before the tour starts. They are calling it "Bears on the Run" and will be touring throughout the midwest in October 2007. This is an exciting addition to the ever-growing world of Bear Music, and I couldnt be more proud that these guys are out there making it happen for themselves. Please make sure not to miss this show if it is coming through your town. Like all independent tours and festivals, they need our support. I have worked with these guys enough to know that the show will be nothing short of spectacular.  Please read the information below from Shannon Grady about this exciting tour.

Freddy Freeman 



BEARS ON THE RUN TOUR SLATED FOR OCTOBER 2007
The Bears on the Run Tour is a multi-state, multi-artist, home-grown festival of independent bear entertainers. This October, six artists including four musicians, a performance artist, and a comedian will be traveling to Dallas, Austin, Houston, New Orleans, Atlanta, Nashville, Lexington, Columbus, Cleveland, Chicago and St. Louis, bringing their diverse and unique brands of entertainment to gay bars and gay-friendly establishments throughout the Midwest.

Performers include:
Shannon Grady
Bobaloo
Elijah Black
Matthew Temple
Nakia
Kendall





Sponsorships are available! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE SPONSORSHIP FORM. (PDF format) Please contact Shannon plaghs if you have any questions about the sponsorships.
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