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COUNTRY MUSIC
STAR RODNEY ATKINS
TO HEADLINE THE JULEP EVENT HELD ON THE EVE OF THE KENTUCKY
DERBY IN LOUISVILLE
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Rodney Atkins, owner of six No. 1 country
music hits including "Farmer's Daughter" and "Take
A Back Road," will be the headline entertainment at The
Julep presented by Brown-Forman on May 4 at the Galt House
in Louisville. The event benefits the James Graham Brown
Cancer Center at the University of Louisville.
"We are so excited to have Rodney Atkins provide the
entertainment at The Julep this year," said Paula Gish,
co-chair of the volunteer committee that is helping to
organize the event. "This event has a long and rich
tradition as one of Louisville's premiere Derby Eve events.
Having Rodney Atkins perform at the event only enhances that
heritage."
An award-winning singer/songwriter, Atkins has an impressive
track record with hitting on sentiments that strike a chord
with the country listener. His new album, TAKE A BACK ROAD,
has helped propel Atkins to even greater heights with his
latest single, "He's Mine," a clever tune focused on the
unconditional love of a son and the sense of pride felt when
recognizing personal responsibility for the child's
mannerisms, no matter how questionable they may be.
"I am honored to be The Julep's musical guest this year as
I've long admired the tradition and energy associated with
the event," says Atkins. "I feel privileged to continue the
legacy while raising funds and awareness for the cancer
center."
About The Julep:
The James Graham Brown Cancer Center's Kentucky Derby Eve
event has raised more than $2 million for the cancer center
since its inception. The 2012 Julep is hosted by Honorary
Chairs Coach Charlie and Vicki Strong, and Edward C. and
Mary F. Glasscock. For more information about The Julep and
to purchase tickets, please visit
www.thejulep.org .
About the James
Graham Brown Cancer Center:
The James Graham Brown Cancer Center is a key component of
the University of Louisville's Health Sciences Center and
UofL Health Care. As the region's leading academic, research
and teaching medical center, our patients benefit from the
latest medical advances, often long before they become
available in non-teaching settings. The JGBCC is affiliated
with the Kentucky Cancer Program and the National Cancer
Institute. It is the only cancer center in the region to use
a unified approach to cancer care, with multidisciplinary
teams of physicians working together to guide patients
through diagnosis, treatment and recovery. For more
information, visit our web site,
www.browncancercenter.org .
About Brown-Forman Corp.:
For 140 years, Brown-Forman Corp. has enriched the
experience of life by responsibly building fine quality
beverage alcohol brands, including Jack Daniel�s Tennessee
Whiskey, Southern Comfort, Finlandia, Jack Daniel�s & Cola,
Canadian Mist, Korbel, Gentleman Jack, el Jimador, Herradura,
Sonoma-Cutrer, Chambord, New Mix, Tuaca and Woodford
Reserve. Brown-Forman�s brands are supported by nearly 3,900
employees and sold in approximately 135 countries worldwide.
For more information about the company, please visit
www.brown-forman.com
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About Early Times Kentucky Whisky:
During this year's Derby week, more than 120,000 Early
Times® Mint Juleps are expected to be served at Churchill
Downs®. For the past 25 years, the Early Times Mint Julep,
30 percent ABV, has proudly served as the Official Drink of
the Kentucky Derby®.
Early Times Mint Julep is made at the Brown-Forman
Distillery in Louisville, Ky. Early Times reminds you to
drink responsibly. For more information on Early Times
Kentucky Whisky visit
www.earlytimes.com .
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