Band Against Ms Foundation Hires New Director

NASHVILLE, TN. (Top40 Charts/ Band Against Ms Foundation) – When country music singer CLAY WALKER decided to make his private battle with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) public by forming Band Against MS Foundation (BAMS) in 2003, he had no idea that his association with the disease and determination to raise awareness as well as funds toward MS research would produce such significant results. The growth of the organization has led down an exciting path with the addition of Kyle Frederick to the BAMS team as Director of Operations.

'By continuing to fund research, Band against MS Foundation gives those living with Multiple Sclerosis hope for the future. We are sincerely grateful for the individuals, groups and businesses that contribute to the Foundation's success and recognize that they are at the core of our endeavor,' says Frederick. 'Additionally, I am personally grateful that Clay has charged me with steering his Foundation. He has proven to be the consummate example of how one overcomes adversity through sheer determination and fortitude in his battle with MS.'

Frederick moved to Nashville in 1980 to pursue career as a guitarist and has since toured US, Canada, and Europe with various nationally acclaimed recording artists. He released a Pop/Rock solo LP in 1991, and left his solo career when he was originally hired by Clay Walker in 1993 as acoustic guitar player/band leader. His ventures then led him to the role of Walker's tour manager, publicist and co-manager. Thus, it's only fitting that following a stint with SHeDAISY 2005 and 2006 as manger, Frederick is back with Walker and excited to be named Director, Band Against MS Foundation.

Upon being named Director, Frederick has held a benefit concert and live auction in Monterey, CA and led the organization toward a generous $100,000 contribution to University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston at UT Medical Center. Frederick plans to lead on-going awareness campaign and fundraising activities with a forthcoming planned donation and ceremony with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) Lone Star Chapter in coming months. In addition, he will be overseeing the launch of a new BAMS website this spring.