Corey Smith Launches Veterans Day Fundraiser Campaign with PledgeMusic for World War II Foundation

Nashville, TN (November 11, 2015. Press Release) – Singer-songwriter and musician Corey Smith has launched a Veterans Day fundraiser campaign with PledgeMusic to benefit the World War II Foundation. Smith’s song, "My Time (In Memory of Major Gause),” which he wrote about a WWII hero from his hometown of Jefferson, GA, will be available on PledgeMusic for the remainder of this week.www.pledgemusic.com/projects/coreysmith

The World War II Foundation is one of the nation’s leading non-profit organizations committed to educating future generations about the enormous sacrifices and achievements of 16 million Americans who served in WWII. The goal of their foundation is to preserve the individual experiences of those who witnessed the most devastating conflict known to man and to hopefully, pass on the lessons learned from World War II to a new generation. They also seek, through educational outreach, to honor those who showed great examples of dedication, sacrifice and courage during one of the most horrific time periods in history.

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Smith has been working with the WWII Foundation for the better part of two years on a documentary film called “War Journal: The Incredible World War II Escape of Major Damon 'Rocky' Gause.” Major Gause was from Smith’s hometown of Jefferson, GA and his story is an astounding tale of survival and heroism during WWII. Smith read his war journal when he was a teenager and jumped at the opportunity to be involved with the film, helping with the fundraising and music. He wrote the song "My Time (In Memory of Major Gause)" featured at the end of the documentary and scored music for a few other segments in the film. On Sunday, November 8, the documentary had its world premiere in Jefferson. The capacity crowd was treated to a special performance of the song by Smith prior to the showing of the film. PBS has received a gratis license to broadcast all of the WWII Foundation’s films including "War Journal: The Incredible World War II Escape of Major Damon 'Rocky' Gause," which is scheduled to air in the spring of 2016. 

Smith says, “As a former Social Studies teacher and the grandson of a proud WWII veteran, I support the mission of the World War II Foundation wholeheartedly. With so many members of what Tom Brokaw called our "Greatest Generation" passing away every day, I believe preserving their stories of selfless service and sacrifice is of utmost importance.

Working with the WWII Foundation on this documentary has been one of the biggest honors of my career. For me, it was not only about paying tribute to Major Gause, but all the brave men and women who have served our country during times of hardship. On this Veterans Day, I hope people will pause and give thanks for all those who have served, both then and now." 

Donations can be made on the PledgeMusic page. 
www.pledgemusic.com/projects/coreysmith

A full list of donation options are below:
 
Reward 1: $5  Download of “It’s My Time”
Reward 2: $10  Download of “It’s My Time,” a Corey Smith sticker and a Corey Smith koozie 
Reward 3: $20 Download of “It’s My Time,” a Corey Smith sticker, Corey Smith koozie and a copy of While The Gettin’ Is Good
Rewards 4: $50 Download of “It’s My Time,” a Corey Smith sticker, Corey Smith koozie and an autographed copy of While The Gettin’ Is Good
Reward 5: $100 Download of “It’s My Time,” a Corey Smith sticker, Corey Smith koozie, an autographed copy of While The Gettin’ Is Good and a personalized video message from Corey

Smith’s successful tour for his new album, While The Gettin’ Is Good, continues into 2016 and will include stops in Oklahoma, Indiana, Alabama and several in Texas. Smith will also play a show in Atlanta, GA at The Tabernacle in February.

Tour Dates
11/12/2015      Ziggy's by the Sea  Wilmington, NC
11/13/2015      Ziggy's by the Sea  Winston-Salem, NC
11/14/2015      Coyote Joe's  Charlotte, NC
12/30/2015      House of Blues  Lake Buena Vista, FL
12/31/2015      House of Blues  Myrtle Beach, SC
1/14/2016        Cain's Ballroom  Tulsa, OK
1/15/2016        Billy Bob's Texas  Fort Worth, TX
1/16/2016        Floores Country Store - Indoors  Helotes, TX
1/17/2016        Hurricane Harry's  College Station, TX
1/21/2016        Lafayette Theatre  Lafayette, IN
1/22/2016        Joe's Bar  Chicago, IL
1/23/2016        Mercury Ballroom  Louisville, KY
2/12/2016        Cox Capitol Theatre  Macon, GA
2/13/2016        Blind Horse Saloon  Greenville, SC
2/18/2016        Rick's Cafe  Starkville, MS
2/19/2016        Iron City  Birmingham, AL
2/20/2016        Tabernacle   Atlanta, GA
2/24/2016        Harvester Performance Center  Rocky Mount, VA
2/25/2016        Jefferson Theatre  Charlottesville, VA
2/26/2016        Baltimore Sound Stage  Baltimore, MD
2/27/2016        Bogart's  Cincinnati, OH

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