The Babys in Concert - VIP Experience available, see details below
Born in 1976, THE BABYS took on the classic rock world head first with a full stage musical experience, giving rise to what quickly came to be known as their 'signature sound'. Billboard chart-climbers like "Every Time I Think of You", "Midnight Rendezvous" and "Isn't It Time" helped to launch them into worldwide recognition while also helping to carve out their permanent place in music history. THE BABYS were the first band ever signed to a million dollar record deal with Chrysalis Records on the basis of a 'new' thing called 'video'. THE BABYS classic songs have withstood the test of time - with their hits still being played in rotation around the globe, and influencing bands of 'the day' and emerging artists respectively. Rock radio DJ/music enthusiast Paul Nicholls of Feel the Steel on Platinum Rock Radio UK echoed that sentiment during his interview with THE BABYS in August 2016, stating, "Without The Babys being around, music in the 80's would've been a lot different."
with special guests
The Fret Drifters - Hailing from Southern Oregon, The Fret Drifters are acoustic guitar wizards known for their joyous high energy shows and their virtuosic "anything goes" approach to playing.
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Jacob Howard - Medford artist Jacob Howard came to the attention of the Southern Oregon area after he was featured on a KOBI 5 newscast about "a gas attendant at the local Medford Shell station who sings to his customers." The Use Your Gift Foundation is proud to help sponsor Jacob and his career.
UYG is hosting our Eleventh annual FUNraising event to raise money and awareness for our unique organization. Please visit Use Your Gift to learn more about this foundation that is structured to assist fledgling musicians to reach for their dreams. Also, check out our Facebook Page to see highlights from last year's show.
LIMITED VIP Tickets include Premium Seats (first two rows), Meet & Greet with the band from 6:00 to 7:00 with beer, wine and snacks.
All proceeds from this show go to the Use Your Gift Foundation.
Thank you for your consideration of donating to our unique organization, as we accept monetary or in-kind donations (supplies, products or services).
No donation is too small. All donations are greatly appreciated. Donations and can be made online Use Your Gift or mailed to: USE YOUR GIFT FOUNDATION - PO Box 1855 - Jacksonville, OR 97530
Thank you to our sponsors: Kool 103.5, KOBI 5 and the Rogue Regency Inn
Donations help us with studio time, events, promotion and culturing of gifted artists. Your kindness help’s them achieve their dreams!
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Mission Statement Our mission at Use Your Gift Foundation is to provide education and guidance to aspiring young musicians regardless of race, religion, gender or financial standing. We desire to help these young artists reach their musical dreams – while improving their performance skills, self-esteem, and confidence. Real-world music opportunities including studio recording and live performance are the foundation of the Use Your Gift program.
Use YOUR Gifts to Further THEIRS! The best way to learn more about the Use Your Gift Foundation is to ask the founder, Sandy Ficca, about it directly. He will earnestly tell you it came to light and life shortly after he mentored a young singer/songwriter through her senior project at a Rogue Valley high school. Sharing his reflections on how much he enjoyed the experience with a friend who works at fundraising for non-profits and in particular, day care centers, she encouraged him to consider seeking his own non-profit 501 c 3 status to continue to provide mentoring to other aspiring performing artists.