Center for American Military Music Opportunities (C*A*M*M*O) presents a Tribute to Rolling Thunder’s 25th Anniversary
JANUARY 20, 2012 – WASHINGTON, D.C. Memorial Day Weekend marks the 25th Anniversary of Rolling Thunder in Washington D.C., an annual Demonstration Run that attracts over 450,000 motorcyclists and over one million attendees. C*A*M*M*O will be presenting a Tribute Stage for special entertainment to commemorate Rolling Thunder’s 25th Anniversary. The event will take place Saturday May 26, 2012 from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm and will be located on the steps of American Institute of Pharmacy Building.
The tribute event will feature top musical entertainment including nationally recognized military artists, and speakers. Cathie Lechareas, Executive Director of C*A*M*M*O states; “C*A*M*M*O would like to recognize the work that Rolling Thunder has done for our veterans throughout the last 25 years, from Legislation to Charities.”
A commemorative custom bike build project that represents each branch of the military will feature the stellar talents of the following four legendary builders; Brigitte Bourget of Bourget Bike Works, Dar Holdsworth of Darwin Motorcycles, Billy Lane of Choppers Inc., Kiwi Mike of Kiwi Indian Motorcycle Company. The bikes will be unveiled on the Tribute Stage. Jay Allen, an icon in the motorcycle culture, creator of the world famous Broken Spoke Saloon, and the facilitator of the bike build endeavor will emcee from the Tribute Stage. “It is an honor to be a part of this history-making weekend recognizing 25 years of Rolling Thunder. My deepest gratitude goes out to the Servicemen and Servicewomen of our fine country” Allen said.
C*A*M*M*O’s mission is three goals and each goal centers on opportunities.
• The opportunity to participate in therapeutic programs that provide outlets for our service members and veterans
• The opportunity for our service members and veterans to be trained and receive an education in music industry and other music industry related career choices
• The opportunity to receive proper instruction in order to become top professionals in the entertainment industry
Rolling Thunder’s Demonstration Run is not only a demonstration for the Prisoner of War, Missing in Action (POW/MIA) issue but also a demonstration of patriotism and respect for service members and veterans from all wars. C*A*M*M*O salutes Rolling Thunder, veterans and our all service men and women. www.cammomusic.org


























