Aqua Foundation for Women to Host Concert Benefiting LGBTQ Youth Homelessness Initiative
Saturday, 05/17/2014 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 am
Grand Central
697 North Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33136
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Cost: $25 advance; $30 at the door

This year, Aqua Girl will host its first ever “aquaSOUNDS” fundraising concert to benefit Aqua Foundation’s LGBTQ Youth Homelessness Initiative. The concert will take place at Grand Central on Saturday, May 17th, just before the infamous Temptation dance party.

All bands featured in the concert are from South Florida and are connected to the local LGBTQ community. The local bands will warm up the crowd for headliner Beverly McClellan of NBC’s “The Voice” who will perform as the closing act. A soulful rock singer with honest lyrics and a raw sound, McClellan plays more than 10 instruments and has already released five independent albums since her appearance on the hit show.

The Aqua LGBTQ Youth Homelessness Initiative funds crucial services for the homeless LGBTQ youth population in Miami-Dade County. As much as 40% of the homeless youth population in Miami-Dade is LGBTQ. This means that compared to the general population, the LGBTQ community is vastly over-represented among the homeless youth population.

“AquaSOUNDS” is made possible through the generous support of Perennial Strategy Group and BB&T.

WHO
Beverly McClellan
Rock ‘n’ roll is built on a foundation of great vocalists, and Beverly McClellan is quickly becoming its newest cornerstone. NBC-TV’s “The Voice” introduced her to the world as a singer of stunning power and range with the presence and ability to draw comparisons to Etta James, Janis Joplin, Bonnie Raitt and Melissa Etheridge, to name just a few of the great torchbearers whose legacies she evokes.

Jess Domain
Jess Domain’s original music has been heard on more than 30 TV shows, including The Katie Couric Show, Law & Order, Damages & Melrose Place. Her soulful voice & upbeat pop melodies are paired with honest lyrics that always find their way home.

Emily Sheila
A Miami native, Emily Sheila sprouts musical flowers that dance all the way to the Sun creating flowing folky vibes throughout the nation.

A Girl Named Chuck
Armed with a rich voice and acoustic structure, A Girl Named Chuck has got the melodic ease that few have. Originally part of the folk scene in South Florida; the Miami Herald dubbed her a “Local Legend at age 17.”

Paul Bellantoni
The sounds of Paul Bellantoni can best be described as an eclectic mix of blues and folk with a tribal twist. Utilizing his poetic lyrics to convey his life through verse in an unapologetic manner.

Elisa Seda
Previously of Urban Rebel, Elisa Seda is a member of Pandia, a band who was named the official cover band of 93 Rock and headlined the 2nd Annual Rock and Brew Festival at the Hard Rock in October.

Es Oh
A local musician, Es Oh is a queer singer/songwriter and violinist with a soulful sound.

DJ Zehno
Realizing her passion for music at a young age, Stephanie Arzeno decided to switch career paths from being a pre-law student, to a full time music DJ. With all her diversity and knowledge of music, DJ Zehno is on her way to becoming one of the most renowned DJ’s in Miami.

WHEN
Saturday, May 17th
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

WHERE
Grand Central, 697 North Miami Ave, Miami

TICKETS
$25 in advance, $30 at the door. $20 in advance for Aqua Foundation for Women members.
To purchase tickets, please visit http://www.aquagirl.org.

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About Aqua Girl
Aqua Girl® is the largest charity women’s week in the country. Thousands of women from all over the United States and the world will descend on South Beach to listen to live music, bask in the sun at our famous pool parties, dance the night away to the sounds of internationally known DJs, and enjoy dining at fine restaurants and VIP cocktail parties.100% of the proceeds benefit Aqua Foundation for Women.

About Aqua Foundation for Women
The mission of the Aqua Foundation for Women is to serve as the funding catalyst for lesbian, bisexual, and transgender wellness and equality in South Florida through grants, scholarships and initiatives. Our financial contributions are awarded to local organizations addressing LBT interests such as equality, wellness, families and youth empowerment. The Foundation is also dedicated to supporting secondary education, mentoring programs, cultural enrichment, leadership growth, community service, and civic interests. Located in Miami, Florida, you can visit AFW online at www.aquafoundation.org.

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