Dollars for Diane 33
Dollars for Diane 33 was a two tiered benefit held in January, 2010. It was held in conjunction with the 33rd birthday of Diane Kovaleski (who is the younger sister of DAMES Editor, Karyn Albano). Diane was a Wilkes-Barre resident who suffered a severe brain injury during surgery to remove a tumor from her optic nerve in 2007. This has left her unable to walk, talk, or care for neither herself or her young daughter, Zayda.
The event consisted of a benefit concert held on January 31, 2010 and a CD compilation made of songs donated by original Pennsylvania artists. All musicians involved donated their time and effort 100%.
Family and friends have rallied for Diane’s cause in the past, and these events have helped finance Diane’s medical care. This time the proceeds benefited The Center for Brain Injury and Repair at the University of Pennsylvania and a scholarship fund for Zayda.
As of June, 2011, over $1800.00 has been donated to these causes.
Dollars for Diane Compilation CD
The Dollars for Diane CD is a 15-song compilation of original music by Pennsylvania artists who have graciously donated the use of their songs. Proceeds will benefit The Center for Brain Injury and Repair at the University of Pennsylvania and a scholarship fund for Diane’s daughter, Zayda.
In appreciation for their efforts, DAMES of PA has provided a profile of each participating artist:
Craig & Alex Bannon
Hannah Bingman
Ron Fleeger & the Stranger
PJ Heckman
Hormoans
HotWingJones
Imaginary Lines
Rhyne McCormick
Darcie Miner
Pan.a.ce.a
Shawn Z
Stoney Creek
Tripp McNeeley
Mycenea Worley
Brad Yoder
Album Released January 8, 2010
© 2010 Cygnus Wave Records
Executive Producers Karyn Albano & Ric Albano
DAMES Official Review of the Dollars for Diane Compilation
Dollars for Diane 33 Benefit Concert
Sunday, January 31, 2010
The Dollars for Diane Benefit Concert was held on Sunday, January 31, 2010 at Ole Tyme Charley’s in Plains, Pa. There was entertainment provided by a wide range of artists as well as door prizes and chance prizes for attendees. A great time was had by all.
Chuck Sweptson of S&J Sound provided sound for the event and entertainment was provided from six of PA’s finest musical acts with diverse styles from rock and pop to folk and Americana. Doors opened at 5:00pm, with entertainment beginning at 6:00 and running until around midnight. The cover charge was only $5.00 and the event was for ages 21+.
| Lineup | ||
|---|---|---|
| 6:00 | Animal Society | Harrisburg, PA |
| 7:00 | Rhyne McCormick | New Cumberland, PA |
| 8:00 | Pan.a.ce.a | Wilkes-Barre, PA |
| 9:00 | Scott Erickson | Danville, PA |
| 10:00 | The Traveling Wilkes-Barrians | Wilkes-Barre, PA |
| 11:00 | Gone Crazy | Nanticoke, PA |
More Information
Dollars for Diane Webpage
Article in the Weekender Magazine