American Veterans Aid Fund launches online music fund-raising campaign

Central Valley — American Veterans Aid Fund’s music industry division, VeTunes, has launched its online music store, taking veterans fund-raising into the digital age. Donated music from Hudson Valley acts B. Willie of “Bulletin” and “Deep Chemistry” are at the core of the American Veterans Aid Fund online music fund-raising program. “Along with legendary musician Simon Kirke of 70’s super groups “Free” and “Bad Co.,” we consider B. Willie of “Bulletin” and “Deep Chemistry” elite troopers for this exciting fundraising program for veterans,” said Gregory Kelly, director of American Veterans Aid Fund. “People can go to our Web site or the VeTunes MySpace page, sample the music and purchase it for download, with the proceeds going to the American Veterans Aid Fund.” Musician Simon Kirke has donated the usage of his song “Over There.” The song, to be made available soon, is about the anguish of a mother with her son deployed in Iraq. The VeTunes MySpace site sells CD’s of musicians that support the organization’s efforts. One dollar of every CD sale goes to the fund. B. Willie can be heard live at Ireland’s 32 in Suffern, for an upcoming veterans fundraising concert, at 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 3. Admission is $10. American Veterans Aid Fund (AVAF), is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization, established to assist veterans and their families in obtaining and maintaining the respect, dignity, and honor earned through their service and sacrifice. To make a donation or for further information visit www.americanveteransaidfund.com.