“Teen Strong: America” is a series of concerts to benefit teen centers and youth programs across the nation, presented by the rock band Atomic Brother.

The first Teen Strong: America event, called “Teen Strong: New Hampshire,” will take place on January 24th, 2009 in Derry, NH at the Stockbridge Theatre in the Pinkerton Academy. During the event, James and Sebastian of Atomic Brother will be talking to the kids about the importance of following one’s dreams, and the amazing experiences they’ve had traveling the world with their music. There will be prizes and gifts raffled off, as well as a chance to “Meet-and-Greet” the band after the event.

Having begun their musical journey as young teens, the band understands what a powerful tool creativity can be in combating those awkward years. Whether it’s pressure from kids choosing the wrong path, parents who don’t understand, feeling that you don’t belong, or the need for attention that isn’t always there, the band’s goal is to show kids that artistic expression of any kind can provide an outlet for all of these emotions.

“Whatever it is you’re interested in—whether it’s sports, art, music, etc—it’s there for you,” says Melillo. “It’s important that kids learn to form a healthy relationship with their passion for a certain art form. My relationship with my guitar began as a teenager, and now that I’m an adult, my guitar is still my best friend. It helps me deal with anything; if something is troubling I can put it into perspective by putting it into song.”

Atomic Brother has made it their goal to reach out to today’s youth and let them know that there are a great many positive, creative outlets that can be used to deal with the inevitable difficulties every young person will face in their adolescent years.

Teen centers and youth programs provide a valuable service to teens, providing a safe, positive and friendly environment for teens to gather. These teen centers foster a sense of respect and responsibility, giving teens the tools to get through these tough transitional years. To provide these services, teen centers depend on corporate and private donations, town funding and fund-raising efforts from within their communities.

With “Teen Strong: America,” Atomic Brother is helping to raise money so that these important non-profits are able to continue providing their valuable services to the teens of America. Each teen center which attends the show will receive 100 tickets which they will sell for $10 each, whether to fellow teen center members or to friends and family—and 100% of the proceeds from ticket sales will be given directly back to the centers as a donation.

Currently, we are seeking sponsors to donate food, drinks, raffle prizes and–most importantly– more money for the teen centers! Get in touch with Shanna at teenstrong @ atomicbrother.com or visit http://teenstrong.atomicbrother.com to find out how your teen center or business can become involved.

Teen Strong: New Hampshire
January 24, 2009
Stockbridge Theater @ Pinkerton Academy
5 Pinkerton Street
Derry, NH 03038
Doors: 2pm