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Rock the Mike: The Freeman Brainefit

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

DENVER’S BEER AND MUSIC COMMUNITIES JOIN FORCES TO
HELP FRIEND AND CANCER PATIENT

Denver, CO (August 13, 2008) – “Rock the Mike: The Freeman Brainefit,” a
fundraiser for Mike Freeman, the frontman for some of Denver’s favorite Punk
bands will be held on Saturday, August 23 at the Flying Dog Brewery
Warehouse.

Mike was recently diagnosed with Stage IV Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM),
which is an extremely serious brain tumor and the most aggressive of its kind.
Mike is currently undergoing radiation and three types of chemotherapy,
including some experimental treatments. All proceeds from the event will go to
Mike and his fiancée, Jennifer to help offset medical expenses.

Rock the Mike: The Freeman Brainefit starts at 7pm and will feature six bands,
belly dancing, DJs and complimentary beer samples from Flying Dog, Great
Divide and Breckenridge Breweries. A $20 donation is requested at the door.
The tumor, therapy and medications can be very taxing on the body and mind,
but Mike has stayed positive and strong throughout. Fellow band member and
best friend, Joel Abell, says, “Mike’s great attitude has been prevalent throughout
this whole process. Mike’s fight is not an easy one to take on, but because he
believes in himself, so does everyone around him.”

Mike is a long-time member of the Denver Punk scene and is a member of Gina
Go Faster and Start Tomorrow. Mike has also been a prominent figure in
Denver’s craft beer industry, with over 10 years of service at Flying Dog Brewery.

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For further information contact:
Stephanie Kerchner, PR and Event Coordinator
303.292.5027 x 126
steph@flyingdogales.com