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from earthtimes.org

ATLANTA, Jan. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Singers across the country have just 4 days left to log onto MySongMyWay.com and enter the My Song, My Way online vocal contest powered by BURGER KING(R). Launched in conjunction with the 2008 Super Bowl Gospel Celebration, the online contest allows contestants the chance to win a VIP trip to Phoenix, Arizona for Super Bowl XLII. The winning singer will perform live onstage with the first ever NFL Players Choir to be directed by Grammy award-winning superstar, Patti Labelle. In addition to being "discovered," the My Song, My Way contest winner will live the SuperStar lifestyle for the entire Super Bowl XLII weekend.

Taking place at Phoenix Symphony Hall on February 1, 2008 at 7:30 p.m., the Super Bowl Gospel Celebration is the only Gospel music event sanctioned for Super Bowl weekend by the National Football League. In addition to Ms. Labelle, internationally renowned artists Donnie McClurkin, Martha Munizzi, CeCe Winans and Marvin Winans will headline the concert.

The all-star roster confirmed for the NFL Players Choir include: Mike Adams (Browns); Derrick Brooks (Buccaneers); Josh Brown (Seahawks); Chris Draft (Rams); D'Brickashaw Ferguson (Jets); George Foster (Lions); Michael Gaines (Bills); Tommie Harris (Bears); Brandon Jones (Titans); Eddie Kenison (Chiefs); Ray Lewis (Ravens); Bryant McKinnie (Vikings); Ovie Mughelli (Falcons); Ryan Nece (Buccaneers); Evan Oglesby (Cowboys); Steve Pierce (Browns/Retired); Duke Preston (Bills); Frank Sanders (Cardinals); Brad Smith (Jets); Thomas Tapeh (Eagles); Troy Vincent (Redskins); Leonard Towey Weaver (Seahawks) and Roland Williams (Rams/Retired). Additionally, Gary Baxter (Browns); Gerald Hayes (Cardinals); Ken Harvey (Redskins/Retired); LaDainian Tomlinson (Chargers) and Coach Tony Dungy (Colts) are scheduled for guest appearances.

Contestants vying for the chance to win must sing an A Capella rendition of any song -- any way they like. Videotaped performances are then uploaded at MySongMyway.com and garner votes by encouraging family and friends to vote online. Videos appearing in the King's Lounge at 11:59 p.m. EST on January 27, 2008 will be considered contest finalists. Videos will be judged based on singing ability, audience appeal, stage presence and originality by a panel of celebrity judges. Complete contest Terms of Use, Rules and Regulations are located on MySongMyWay.com.

In addition to experiencing the ultimate opportunity to showcase their talents by singing LIVE with the NFL Players Choir at the 9th Annual Super Bowl Gospel Celebration, the complete prize package for the My Song, My Way online vocal contest includes:
-- Two (2) tickets to Super Bowl XLII
-- First class hotel accommodations
-- Roundtrip airfare with ground transportation
-- VIP access to some of the hottest events surrounding Super Bowl XLII


The 2008 Super Bowl Gospel Celebration is powered by BURGER KING(R). Additional sponsors and media partners include The NFL Players Association and Ebony Magazine. For more information on the 2008 Super Bowl Gospel Celebration or to purchase tickets visit http://www.superbowlgospelcelebration.com/.

About Super Bowl Gospel Celebration
In its 9th year, the Super Bowl Gospel Celebration is the first and only gospel event sanctioned by the NFL for Super Bowl Weekend. Since its inception, the event has drawn crowds in the thousands and time and again proves to be one of the most attended activities during the Super Bowl Weekend. Participants have included award-winning gospel artists including Patti Labelle, Mary Mary, Hezekiah Walker, Yolanda Adams and Donnie McClurkin, just to name a few. For more information, we invite you to visit our website at http://www.superbowlgospelcelebration.com/.

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