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SANDY KASTEL HOSTS MEET & GREET FOR CHILDREN'S MIRACLE NETWORK AND MAKES HER FIRST LAS VEGAS CONCERT APPEARANCE AT THE SUNCOAST HOTEL AND CASINO

October 24 was a typically action packed day for Las Vegas based singer Sandy Kastel, who participated in two major events for Children's Miracle Network, the alliance of premier hospitals for children. In the morning, the recording artist and NHRA five-time division champion David Rampy hosted their second Meet & Greet of 2007 for CMN at St. Rose Dominican Hospital in Henderson. Rampy brought along two of his racecars and his trailer, lettered-up, for the children to enjoy, just as he did the last time they visited in April. The two also signed photos and posters and gave away sample CDs of Kastel's new album This Time Around.

In the evening, she starred in “A Tribute to Las Vegas with Recording Artist Sandy Kastel and Legendary Comedian Pete Barbutti” at the Suncoast Hotel and Casino.

The beautifully costumed and choreographed musical spectacular included the singer's performances of classic songs that truly define the city. Among these were “Fever,” “Beyond The Sea,” “All Of Me,” “Over The Rainbow” and “Danke Schoen.”

After a rousing introduction by “Lifestyles Of The Rich and Famous” Icon (and Las Vegas resident) Robin Leach —who also educated the audience about CMN--Kastel, a former Miss Nevada, performed with a 14-piece big band conducted by Bobby Rozario, famed for his work with Darin, Tony Orlando and Vic Damone. The show also featured dancers choreographed by Angelo Moio, a onetime dancer with Ann Margret and Juliet Prowse.

The evening was a success for both the Children's Miracle Network and Kastel as there wasn't an empty seat in the showroom. Many stayed after the show to meet and get their cds signed by Kastel. The most asked question of the evening from her fans was, 'When will you be performing here again?"

The singer's performance was the centerpiece of an exciting evening that raised money for CMN. Proceeds from the pre-show silent auction will go directly to the network. The approximately 20 items up for auction included jewelry, artwork and sports memorabilia. Items won in the auction included a Randall Cunningham autographed football, Foto-facial Treatment with Dr. Taylor, Epicuran Skin Care Products from esthetician Miki Ho-Tack, Body Training with Cobette Harper, Massage & Facial from Nannette Fader, Chair Massage Series from Chair Massage of Southern Nevada, Pilates Series from Taylor Made Pilates, Jewelry from Alter's Gem & Jewelry, Changes Day Spa Gift Certificate, Joy Perfume from Margie Gerrard of Vegas Rocks with Meg, dinners for two from Bella Luna, Bertolini's, Tuscany Grill, Two Night stay at Marriott Residence Inn, Personal Assistant Services with Time 4 You, Two Night Stay and dinner at Primo's from the Suncoast Hotel & Casino and artwork by local artists, Tanja Nikolic, Terry Ritter and Paula Thompson.

PHOTO CAPTION: (L TO R) Sandy Kastel with Robin Leach

PHOTO CAPTION: (L TO R) Debbie Walsh - Children's Miracle Network Director, St. Rose Dominican Hospitals, Las Vegas ; Sandy Kastel ; Joe Lake - Co-Founder Children's Miracle Network ; Julie Kellogg - St. Rose Dominican Health Foundation

PHOTO CAPTION: Sandy Kastel

PHOTO CAPTION: (L To R) Mark Mostar , Child Life Specialist, St. Rose Dominican Hospitals ; Sandy Kastel ; David Rampy ; Julie Kellogg - St. Rose Dominican Health Foundation

MAGIC IS IN THE AIR AS VEGAS SINGER-SONGWRITER SANDY KASTEL JOINS MAGICIAN HANS KLOK ON THE DENNIS BONO RADIO SHOW

Singer-Songwriter Sandy Kastel made an appearance last week on the Dennis Bono radio show in Las Vegas. Kastel charmed Bono and his in-studio audience at Sam's Town Hotel with a live performance of “Fever” the single from her CD This Time Around. Kastel also chatted with fellow guest magician Hans Klok, whose show "The Beauty Of Magic" is currently running at The Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino……Pamela Anderson was nowhere in sight. Also in attendance was Lorraine Hunt-Bono, Bono's wife and a former Lieutenant Governor of Nevada as well as the owner of the legendary Bootlegger Bistro. Corrie Sachs, Bono's resident singer was also present.

Next stop for Sandy is a September 2nd performance at the Franklin Jazz Festival in Franklin, TN.

Kastel is a true “Nash-Vegas” resident with homes in both Las Vegas and Nashville where she recorded her recently released CD This Time Around (via Morada Distribution and 1-800-376-2700). The album features her sparkling versions of standard classics originally recorded by such legends as Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Ella Fitzgerald Wayne Newton, Peggy Lee, Johnny Mathis, Dinah Washington, Celine Dion and Judy Garland.

Kastel has been making waves across national radio and cyberspace with her smoky rendition of “Beyond The Sea” which lit up the FMQB Adult Contemporary radio Chart. The song recently hit #14 on the chart. “Beyond The Sea” is the first single from Kastel's debut album This Time Around.

PHOTO CAPTION: (L to R) Sandy Kastel, Dennis Bono, and Lorraine Hunt-Bono, Bono's wife and a former Lieutenant Governor of Nevada as well as the owner of the legendary Bootlegger Bistro.

PHOTO CAPTION: (L to R) Sandy Kastel with Las Vegas Magician Hans Klok

Welcome to Vegas: Silk & Satin recording artist Sandy Kastel provided a welcome on behalf of her hometown, Las Vegas, to legendary group Air Supply last Thursday at the beginning of their four night run at The Orleans. In keeping with the spirit of Las Vegas hospitality Kastel, a former Miss Nevada and Miss America talent winner, presented Air Supply's Russell Hitchcock and Graham Russell with a gift basket filled with goodies from local businesses including her new cd and signature wine glasses. A long time fan, Kastel brought along her favorite Air Supply album from 1981, which they autographed. Kastel was overheard discussing with the duo what goes into the making of a good love song.

In addition to their non-stop touring, Air Supply is promoting The Singer and The Song , the group's very first acoustic project and The Future , Graham Russell's first solo album.

"Beyond The Sea" the debut single from Kastel's album This Time Around (set for release in June 2007) is currently #14 on the AC FMQB chart. The album can be ordered by calling 800-376-2700.

PHOTO CAPTION: Sandy Kastel provided a welcome on behalf of her hometown, Las Vegas to legendary group Air Supply last Thursday at the beginning of their four night run at The Orleans. A long time fan, Kastel brought along her favorite Air Supply album from 1981, which they autographed. (Pictured, left to right, Hitchcock, Kastel and Russell)

PICTURED (L-R): Sandy Kastel and founder of CAMIE, Dr. Glen Griffin

SANDY KASTEL
Presenter At The 2007 CAMIE Awards -- Attendees Representing This Year's Winners Included Dakota Fanning, Shirley Jones, Tiny Lister, John Newton, Olivia Hussey, Jeff Hephner and Luke Goss; The Emcees Were Leanza Cornett, Mark Steines and John Schneider

PHOTO CAPTION: Las Vegas's own Silk & Satin recording artist Sandy Kastel ( www.sandykastel.com ) had the honor of being asked to be a presenter at the 2007 CAMIE Awards (www.camieawards.org), which was held Saturday, May 12th at the Leonard H. Goldenson Theatre located in the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Plaza in North Hollywood. The emcees for the event were Leanza Cornett, Mark Steines and John Schneider. The CAMIE Award is presented to entertaining and uplifting theatrical motion pictures and made-for-TV films that provide positive role models for building character, overcoming adversity and strengthening families, Kastel was paired with John Schneider (Smallville, Touched By An Angel) to present a CAMIE for "The Christmas Card," a Hallmark channel film starring John Newton, Alice Evans and Ed Asner. Attendees among the actors and actresses in lead and supporting roles in these films included Dakota Fanning (Charlotte's Web); Shirley Jones (Hidden Places); John Newton (The Christmas Card); Olivia Hussey (Mother Teresa); Jeff Hephner (The Water Is Wide); Luke Goss (One Night With The King); J.R. Villarreal (Akeelah and the Bee); Sean Michael Afable (Akeelah and the Bee); and Tiny Lister (One Night With The King). In addition, Marty Ingels presented an award with his wife, Shirley Jones (The Partridge Family) and Academy award winner Jon Voight was in attendance.

Kastel is currently making waves across the country and cyberspace with her smoky rendition of “ Beyond The Sea ” which has been lighting up the Top 40 Adult Contemporary Chart. Jumping to #18, “Beyond The Sea” is the first single from Sandy's debut album This Time Around set to be released nationwide this month. Sandy is surrounded on the ACQB Chart by superstars such as The Fray, Avril Lavigne and John Mayer.

PICTURED (L-R): Legendary music producer Kashif, Sandy Kastel and Oscar-winner Jon Voight

PICTURED (L-R): Sandy Kastel with child star and acclaimed actress Dakota Fanning

PICTURED (L-R): Host of Entertainment Tonight - Mark Steines, Sandy Kastel and "real life Jerry Maguire" - Leigh Steinberg

PICTURED (L-R): Actor Tiny Lister with Sandy Kastel

SANDY KASTEL
Knows How To Pick 'Em - NHRA Division Champion David Rampy, the Drag Race Champion She Sponsors Comes In First Place In The Comp Eliminator At O'Reilly NHRA MidWest Nationals
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Las Vegas Singer and Performer Gearing Up For Late Spring Release Of Anticipated Debut Recording 'This Time Around,' - Charts At #21 On FMQB AC With Smoky Rendition Of "Beyond The Sea"

Sandy Kastel has been promoting her upcoming album This Time Around at major race tracks around the country, through her sponsorship of NHRA champion race car driver David Rampy. Over the past weekend Rampy won his 63rd national event race, which marks a total of 104 final rounds he has completed. Kastel along with David Rampy and his top-performing cars have also been visiting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals (www.childrensmiraclenetwork.org) in select cities on the NHRA route.

Rampy is also a five time NHRA Division Champion and two time NHRA Division 2 Driver Of The Year. Kastel's image, logo and website address have been displayed on Rampy's car and trailer throughout the year as he travels the NHRA circuit. Sandy also elected to feature the Children's Miracle Network logo on Rampy's car, uniform, and trailer in order to draw attention to a great cause. David Rampy returns to action in Comp Eliminator with his '32 Bantam A/EA, which he has been competing in Stock with a newly acquired F/SA '69 Camaro.

Sandy Kastel is currently making waves across the country and cyberspace with her smoky rendition of “Beyond The Sea” which recently lit up the Top 40 Adult Contemporary Chart. Jumping to #21, “Beyond The Sea” is the first single from Kastel's debut album This Time Around set to be released nationwide this month. She is surrounded on the ACQB Chart by superstars such as The Fray, Avril Lavigne and John Mayer.

Las Vegas-based singer/songwriter/performer Kastel, pays homage to Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Wayne Newton, Peggy Lee, Johnny Mathis, Dinah Washington/Celine Dion and Judy Garland on This Time Around. The former Miss Nevada and talent award winner of the world famous Miss America Pageant whose father, Dick Kastel has worked with everyone from Henry Mancini and Michel Legrand to Sinatra, has been part of the Vegas entertainment scene since her earliest high school days, when she performed in shows like "Sweet Charity" and "Funny Girl." Over the years, she has performed at many of the major hotels (Caesars, Luxor, Sahara, Hilton, MGM Grand) and was part of a popular spoof of musicals of the 30's called "Pinups At The Movies" that was the longest running show of its time. Several years ago, she created and performed her own production show at the Blue Note, which is now the Planet Hollywood Aladdin; she penned its theme song, calling it—what else?—"Only In Las Vegas."

Silk & Satin Recording Artist SANDY KASTEL
Held Press Conference For A Check Presentation To Children's Miracle Network At St. Rose Dominican Hospital With NHRA Division Champion David Rampy

PHOTO CAPTION: Supporter of Children's Miracle Network ( www.cmn.org ), Silk & Satin recording artist Sandy Kastel ( www.sandykastel.com ) hosted a press conference at the St. Rose Dominican Hospital in Las Vegas, NV with NHRA three-time division champion David Rampy on Tuesday, April 10. Sponsoring Rampy for his upcoming events around the country this year, Kastel's image, logo and website address is featured on Rampy's race car and trailer which was on display at the hospital for the children to enjoy. Rampy is traveling with his race car because he is racing at the NHRA Summit Racing Nationals in Las Vegas April 12-15. A former Miss Nevada and Miss America talent award winner, Kastel has been working closely with this alliance of premier hospitals for children as Children's Miracle Network has been aligned with the long standing Miss America Pageant for 18 years and gave the children sampler CD's of her upcoming album This Time Around .

LEFT TO RIGHT: NHRA three-time division champion David Rampy, St. Rose Dominican Hospital Director of Pediatric Services Debbie Pavlica, Director of Children's Miracle Network Brad Lake, and Silk & Satin recording artist Sandy Kastel in front of David Rampy's trailer.

LEFT TO RIGHT: NHRA three-time division champion David Rampy, Children's Miracle Network patient since birth Kaleb Barcelos and Silk & Satin recording artist Sandy Kastel

PHOTO CREDITS: Courtesy of Luck Media & Marketing, Inc.

Las Vegas Singer/Songwriter/Performer and Former Miss Nevada SANDY KASTEL Rocks Vegas With Meg At Local Las Vegas Radio Station KLAV

PHOTO CAPTION: Las Vegas-based singer/songwriter/performer Sandy Kastel conducted an interview with local Las Vegas radio station KLAV, 'Vegas Rocks With Meg' to discuss her upcoming album This Time Around and the debut of her first single "Beyond The Sea," going to AC Radio in mid-March. Kastel pays homage to Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Wayne Newton, Peggy Lee, Johnny Mathis, Dinah Washington/Celine Dion and Judy Garland on her album which is due out in late spring.