PRESS RELEASE

In response to the Asian Tsunami disaster, independent unsigned musicians from seven 
countries - the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong/China, Austria, England and Scotland, 
have banded together to form Independent Artist Aid.  The result is a 17-song compilation 
CD: "Hope Never Dies."

Most of the artists have never met in person.  Their relationships were formed over the 
Internet in the messageboards at Garageband.com and new online music distributor 
IndieNetunes.com.  Every one of the participants: artists, engineer, designer and all the 
organisers behind the scenes, has donated their recorded material and services free of
 charge, delivering the CD ready for purchase within one month of the initial idea.

All profits from sales will be sent to the Mercy Corps (http://www.mercycorps.org).  The
 Mercy Corps was chosen because it has a reputation for integrity, ethical dealings and 
efficient delivery of the goods where they are needed most.  Over 91% of their resources go 
directly to humanitarian programs.

The CD can be purchased online for $12.50 from IndieNetunes.com:
 http://www.indienetunes.com. 
 
Please use the materials in this press pack to help us spread the word about this project
 and raise money for the victims of this terrible catastrophe.  We hope you'll enjoy the 
music too!

March/April, 2005


For more information, contact Woodstock Taylor or Don Spradlin via contact link: 
http://independentartistaid.tk
 
(contact telephone numbers available on request for bona fide media enquiries)