Walking through the dimly lit hall of a crowded bar into the sounds of amplified guitars and drums, I wasn't too sure what to expect.  I was in Hoboken, New Jersey.  What got me off the island of Manhattan was a birthday benefit show for Nelson Pla, founder of the band Clueless.

I was glad I made the trek because the energy was electric and the cause was inspiring!  I was excited to hear a familiar 80s favorite from Ted Mason of Modern English, with the catchy tune of, "I'll stop the world and melt with you...."  There were many other special guests including Steve Holley, drummer for the Paul McCartney Band, Wings.

There were over 100 people packed into the music hall at Maxwell's.  Over $800 was raised and like the host, Nelson said, "It's more than I can afford as an individual and I can't think of a better thing to do on my birthday."  Indeed Nelson!  Thanks for the rockin' show and for sharing your passion for women's human rights!  "Women's rights are human rights and if you don't understand this, you're clueless!" Check out more pictures from the party!

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Jenifer Wanous is GFW's events officer.