"Family Quilt" To Benefit Duke Children's Hospital

Article Contributed by Hope River Ent… | Published on Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Nu-Blu is proud to announce the Tuesday, April 3, 2012 launch of a new single, “Family Quilt” to help raise awareness and donations for Duke Children’s Hospital in Durham, NC. This is the first fund raiser of its kind for Duke Children’s,” said Robyn Soffera, director of annual programs.  “We’re excited that Nu-Blu chose to support us in such a creative way.”"On behalf of Nu-Blu, we would like to thank so many people that have helped us, both in our music careers and on a personal level.  We are so excited to be able partner with Duke Children's to be able to help children and their families that are going through these life-altering events.  Please join with us and become part of our Family Quilt,” said Daniel Routh.“Family Quilt” was written by Jeff Walter and Deborah Berwyn and is the second single release from the band’s current album THE BLU-DISC on Pinecastle Records.  The label is offering a free download of the song for all donations via Nu-Blu.com, in addition to valuable coupons from participating sponsors.  The band will accept donations through August 25, 2012 and present a check for 100% of the proceeds directly to Duke Children’s Hospital that evening at a fundraising event in Wake Forest, NC.Public Service Announcements have been released to radio by Pinecastle Records, and also available for download at AirplayDirect.com, or Nu-Blu.com.About Duke Children’s Hospital & Health Center:Duke Children’s Hospital & Health Center, located in Durham, N.C., is nationally ranked among the best in pediatric health care programs.  Caring for children is our number one priority, from routine check-ups and immunizations to the treatment of life-threatening injuries and illnesses.  Duke Children’s Hospital provides hope and the most advanced health care available.  Offering innovative procedures including stem cell and bone marrow transplants as well as a variety of support services for our patients and their families, Duke Children’s cares for children from around the world. We are also a critical local resource - taking care of 60 percent of Durham's children with more than 70 percent of patients coming from central North Carolina.  For more information please visit www.dukechildrens.org.About Nu-Blu:Nu-Blu includes the talents of Daniel Routh, Carolyn Routh, Levi Austin, and Austin Koerner.  The band is featured in the April 2012 issue of Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine.  Nu-Blu is celebrating their current album, THE BLU-DISC (Pinecastle Records) that includes the new single, “Family Quilt” along with their first single and video release of “Other Woman’s Blues.”  Please visit Nu-Blu.com for a complete tour schedule and more information.  For more information on Pinecastle Records, please visit PinecastleMusic.com.