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America’s Got Talent Native American Rap Duo & Texas Inspirational Rapper with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Team Up at Annual Austin Concert Event – Sat. Sept. 28th, 2019

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Two album-cover style images of Lil Mike & Funny Bone alongside Ryan Wheelz Schmidt with the words "Ryan'd Day 10 - Sept. 28th 2019" overhead.

Ryans Day 10

“Recently we almost lost Ryan to this disease. Despite this, he’s performing like it’s the 1st day of the rest of his life. If he can do it, so can you. Ryan’s Day is a chance to fight back… and have a great time doing it!”- Grace SharingtonRyan’s Day Emcee/IOW Board


AUSTIN, Texas (PRWEB)

“This young artist on a mission has attracted the attention of celebrities near and far, whom support Ryan’s Day by donating various autographed items for the raffle and auction” says former UT Coach Mack Brown, “Anyone that is involved with this awful disease knows Wheelz and what he’s done to promote and educate people to try and get a cure… he’s working every year, and I know the rapping’s going really, really well.” Currently “Wheelz” has 3 full length CD’s available: “In The Beginning,” “Determined” and “2Determined,” all available @ wheelzband.com.

This years’ Ryan’s Day event will be held at South Austin’s premiere new craft brewery & live music venue Skull Mechanix located at 1005 St. Elmo Rd. Bldg. 2, Austin, TX. 78745 on Saturday September 28th from 1– 9pm. This family-friendly fundraiser will feature America’s Got Talent finalists Lil Mike & Funny Bone, some of Austin’s top original & cover bands, and a performance by Wheelz himself. Food will be served up by chef Justin Rossi of Chopped and Skewed food truck. Other festivities include: dunk tank, kid’s activities, prize raffle, auction, food & drink specials, and the 6th annual “WASABI CHALLENGE.” “KISS FOR A CURE” is open to local businesses who’d like to donate $100. By doing so, Ryan “Wheelz” Schmidt will receive a kiss from one of the many surprise guests. Businesses can show their love and support by putting their money where their mouth is!

The mission of the organization is to improve the treatment, quality of life, and long-term outlook for all individuals affected by Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) through research, advocacy, education, and compassion. DMD is the most common fatal genetic disorder diagnosed during early childhood and is progressive causing muscle disorder that causes loss of muscle function and independence.

DETAILS: “Ryan’s Day” is an annual celebration open to the public on Saturday September 28th, 2019 at Skull Mechanix located at 1005 St. Elmo Rd. Bldg. 2, Austin, TX. 78745 from 1– 9pm. $10 requested donation to attend. Family-friendly, handicapped friendly.

WEBSITE: http://www.wheelzband.com

“Wheelz” music video for “Searching:” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcy1kuagRsA

Darius Weems WASABI CHALLENGE backstory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PIZ0wNhYwio

Interested in volunteering? Questions? Interview Inquiry?

EVENT CONTACT – Leslie Schmidt: 512-587-2091

“Inspiration on Wheelz” is committed to raising public awareness through education, music, and annual event “Ryan’s Day” to help find a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

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