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The Lazarus Effect Premieres Tonight | News

Recently, Gwen teamed up with (RED) to help promote their new film and the power of 40 cents. Tune in tonight to see “The Lazarus Effect,” a film by (RED) and HBO that was directed by Lance Bangs and executive produced by Spike Jonze. The 30-minute film shows that in as few as 40 days people with HIV/AIDS can undergo a remarkable transformation and be brought back to life if they have access to the 2 lifesaving pills that cost around 40 cents a day in Africa. Premieres Monday, May 24th on

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Benefit For Dan

As some of you may know from reading the earlier posts, our good friend Dan Duggins, former Hot Rod Circuit drummer, recently suffered a stroke ... Dan has been a dear friend to everyone in Jack's Mannequin as well as many of the bands we've played with over the years ... Like many musicians, Dan was unable to afford health insurance, and as you can imagine the cost of his care and recovery will be a significant burden to him and his family ... In response to this need, the band and I have

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No Doubt Charity Auction | Photo

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No Doubt Charity Auction from June 1-11 | News

Now that the tour is wrapped and we're busy recording the new album, we want to put some costumes and vintage memorabilia to good use by auctioning it for charity. The auction will be live from June 1-11 , 100% of proceeds will be shared between the following four charities ... Animal Acres - Paradise for Farmed Animals & the People Who Love Them ... charity: water  is a non-profit organization bringing clean, safe drinking water to people in developing nations ... The ALS Association

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Congratulations Gabrial McNair! | News

No Doubt's long time friend and keyboard player Gabrial McNair is a dad! He and his wife Lene welcomed a baby girl on May 18th. The baby and her proud parents are doing well and resting comfortably ...

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Gwen Teams Up With (RED) | News

Gwen recently teamed up with (RED) - the brand designed to help eliminate AIDS in Africa - to raise awareness and spread the word about The Lazarus Effect. "The Lazarus Effect" refers to the transformation that can take place when someone living with HIV has access to 2 antiretroviral pills that cost as little as 40 cents a day ... They can live a full life with HIV instead of dying from AIDS ... On May 24th (RED) will premiere "The Lazarus Effect" film on HBO at 9pmET, YouTube at 9:30pmET and

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Local bands headline Summerfest Groove Stage

Summerfest officials announced the lineup for the Cascio Interstate Music Groove Stage Lineup, which features local bands like The Vega Star, The Invaders and Collections of Colonies of Bees.

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McCurdy returns to Summerfest stage on June 24

After a two-year hiatus, Milwaukee singer-songwriter Pat McCurdy returns to the Big Gig this year. McCurdy will perform in the 10 p.m. slot on June 24 -- the festival's opening night -- at the Briggs and Stratton Big Backyard. He will follow a set by Grammy-winning pop star Colbie Calliet.

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Joan Jett, Gracious Few lead Summerfest rock stage

Veteran rocker Joan Jett, whose story is told in the movie "The Runaways," is slated to play July 1 at the Summerfest Rock Stage.

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Fever Marlene adds local flavor to Mid-Gate lineup

The Mid-Gate Stage at Potawatomi Bingo Casino Pavilion offers a diverse lineup of entertainment featuring local acts like Fever Marlene, Willy Porter and Paul Cebar as well as national acts like The Wailers, Cameo and War.

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