Star-Studded Charity Recording Event in Wappingers Falls, NY

On April 21, 2024, 35 of the Hudson Valley's greatest singers and musicians of all genres will gather to perform "Won't Be Broken" to raise awareness for beneficiaries of The Lifted Projects.

The Lifted Project

Join Hudson Valley’s best and brightest musicians at Paula’s Runway Café in Wappingers Falls to implement The Lifted Project, a short film and performance intended to raise awareness and support of several local nonprofits including Hudson River Housing, Berkshire Farm Center & Services For Youth, Hudson Valley Animal Rescue & Sanctuary and Kidney4Clarke.

Locally, Hudson River Housing provides housing services for those in need and veteran services. Statewide, Berkshire provides children's service focusing on foster care. Hudson Valley Animal Rescue is a unique shelter and provides veterinary services. Kidney4Clark seeks a kidney donor for a Hudson Valley Detective.

Hudson Valley Musicians Join Forces to Support Community Nonprofits

This one-of-a-kind event is an opportunity to connect directly with the leaders of these organizations and see the first-ever live performance of “Won’t Be Broken”, an original song written by John Burton and Olivia Bulger, inspired by the 1985 classic, “We Are the World." Musicians include:

Jennie Angel
Cherilyn Ann
Natasha Barnes
Gramercy Burton
John Burton
Bianca Carano
Shannon Cooke
Eric Dalton
Rich Dashnaw
Becki Davis
Ariana Dingman
Jason Gisser
Jill Haack
Tom Heany
Christa Hines
Iko
Liv

Carolyn Marosy
Shaun McKenna
Macy McKnight
Brenda More
Jessie Montague
Jennifer Nevel
Thom O'Brien
Krisha Patenaude
Tina Pierce
Beth Prellberg
Mike Robinson
Lucas Rotman
Angelo Santilli
Angela Uzzo
Heather Vacarr
Lynn Versaci
Robert Viola
Marek Vitek
Jim Wegrzyn
Paula Young
Carrie Zazz
Marji Zintz

Things kick off Sunday, April 21st at 1pm at Paula’s Runway Café at Hudson Valley Regional Airport (263 New Hackensack Road, Wappingers Falls, New York, 12590). The Lifted Project offers special thanks to Paula's Runway Cafe for hosting, Eric Dolton Productions for producing, Adrian Bowles for videography, Ashley Torres for photography, and Locks That Rock for production.

Home From Here with John Burton

John Burton, the creator of The Lifted Project, is also the creator and host of Home From Here. John's personal and dramatic journey through a mental health crisis of his own serves as the backdrop for his conversations with politicians, musicians, therapists, and his own family.

Home From Here focuses on mental health, music, the creative process, and anything uplifting and funny. With his warm and inviting presence, Burton fosters an environment of openness and vulnerability, inviting guests from all walks of life to share their stories and expertise on his show. His innate ability to infuse humor and light-heartedness into his discussions creates a safe and uplifting space where listeners can find solace, inspiration, and a renewed sense of hope.

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