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| AARP and Foreigner's National Air Guitar Competition AARP, the world's largest advocacy organization for the 50+ community and the legendary rock band Foreigner, today announced the winner of the "Air Guitar for My Guitar" national air guitar competition. Linda Frey, age 50, from Allentown, PA was named the victor after more than 7, 000 votes were cast online by the public to determine the outcome. She will receive the grand prize of a trip for two to Honolulu, Hawaii to meet Foreigner on New Year's Eve at their last tour stop, as well as an autographed limited edition Gibson Signature Series Les Paul Guitar worth $10, 000 from lead guitarist and the band's founder, Mick Jones. "Linda truly embodies what it means to be boomer - from her air guitar skills to the activities she leads in her everyday life, " said Emilio Pardo, Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer, AARP. "Congratulations Linda!" Added Mick Jones, "We were really impressed by Linda's rock star moves! We're looking forward to meeting her in Hawaii." AARP launched the "Air Guitar for My Guitar" competition with Foreigner earlier this year as yet another way to engage its 40 million members and connect with them via music. The contest was open to people of all ages and required contestants to submit short videos either online or in person at select stops on Foreigner's national "Feels Like the First Time" tour presented by AARP. A mobile video recording unit was sent to Foreigner's concert tour stops and AARP's Life@50+ national event to capture the video entries from attendees. Contestants were asked to record a short air guitar performance to a Foreigner song that showcased their air guitar skills. More than 500 entries were received and then narrowed down to the top 20 finalists by AARP and Foreigner. The top 20 videos were available for viewing and voting online from November 14-21, 2008. Additional information about the "Air Guitar for My Guitar" competition is available online at www.aarp.org. Complete rules for "Air Guitar for My Guitar" contest can be found on www.WinMickJonesGuitar.com. AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates. We produce AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world's largest-circulation magazine with over 34.5 million readers; AARP Bulletin, the go-to news source for AARP's 40 million members and Americans 50+; AARP Segunda Juventud, the only bilingual U.S. publication dedicated exclusively to the 50+ Hispanic community; and our website, AARP.org. AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Foreigner is universally hailed as one of the most popular rock acts in the world, racking up scores of smash hits, multi-platinum albums, sold out concert tours and selling in excess of 70 million albums worldwide. From "Cold As Ice" to "Hot Blooded, " "Urgent" to "Jukebox Hero, " "Waiting For A Girl Like You" to the chart topper "I Want To Know What Love is", Foreigner's thrilling mix of blustery blues and impeccably crafted pop continues to captivate generation after generation of music fans. Today, 30 years later, Foreigner is an ensemble of talented musicians each adding their individual credentials to the mix to make the band stronger and more powerful than ever. write your comments about the article :: © 2008 Jazz News :: home page |