Arrison Kirby Arrison, 30, is the owner of Knoxville, Tennessee's El Deth Records. He is a self-taught musician who has been writing and recording music since he was a child. He is also a composer, performer, and producer. His music ranges from experimental free jazz to precise indie pop to thumping electronic dance beats. Currently, he is working on Aries, his fourth full length, solo, studio record. He is an above knee, left leg amputee.
	Artiste Artiste, 27, has been singing all her life, but professionally for roughly ten years. She started her music career as the first female artist to a hip-hop/R & B music label, mainly doing features with various hip-hop artists. In 2007, Artiste felt it was time to pursue a solo career and began working on her on independent project. Her relationship with ByWordOfMusic.com was sparked through a mutual relationship with a studio engineer. Artiste is a mother of two and continues to pursue her career in the Top 40 genre. She is in talks with producers responsible for hit songs by major artists such as Chris Brown, Rihanna, and others.
	Brian Edwards Brian, 29, has been writing music since age 12. He was involved in church and school choirs, as well as band as a saxophonist. Brian scored numerous hip-hop talent show winnings and was even involved in a fairly lucrative contract well before he was old enough to drive. To develop his business acumen, Brian pursued graduate and post graduate degrees in business and has spearheaded multiple entrepreneurial endeavors in music. He continues to song write and "ghostwrite" for various artists, but the father and husband's main focus is running his business By Word Of Music, where he has and continues to provide music for a wide range of clients in various industries.
	David Head David, 45, is from England, and lives in a small village in Kent, approximately 45 miles outside of London. He has been writing poetry and songs since his childhood, describing himself as a "wordsmith", and runs a successful poetry and songwriting business Personalised Poetry Services. Through his love of performing arts, the husband and father of two specialised in writing songs for musical theatre twenty years ago, and to date has had almost two hundred of his songs featured in drama productions. Always keen to challenge himself lyrically, he now also enjoys working freelance with a variety of clients around the world, creating bespoke songs across a variety of genres.
	D.R. D.R. a.k.a. "DeRon", 24, has been recognized as a special talent all through his adolescence. He sang in the church in school choir throughout his teenage years, exploring multiple genres. Due to his exceptional talent in high school, he was extended a choir scholarship in Alabama. D.R. has also been involved with a hip-hop record label, but started pursuing an independent career in 2006. He began a relationship with By Word Of Music in 2008 through a circle of mutual music professionals. The talented bachelor is currently finishing up his degree in music and hopes to further his music career upon graduating in 2011.
	Flowrese Flowrese a.k.a "The Songbyrd", 28, has been singing and performing her whole life. Starting in her church choir, then on to opera, Flowrese began to explore just about every genre of music. She started pursuing a solo career as a Top 40 and R & B singer in 2000. Her relationship with By Word Of Music began in 2006 during one of her shows in Missouri. They have since partnered on multiple shows. Currently, the wife and mother is shopping her music to major labels and is in serious contract discussions with one in particular.
	Jayne Bonilla Jayne's true calling, motherhood, is the where the seeds of inspiration are planted and great material grows! Her second calling, writing, is a second language to her that she speaks fluently with passion and purpose. As a Mom, Freelance Writer, Motivational Speaker, Lyricist, and Humorist, Jayne considers herself a Student of Life who loves to learn. As a co-founder of The Inside Out Children's Theatre Company, Jayne has co-written three full musicals. Her latest children's book is Shirt For Dessert.
	Jeff Moyer Jeff is a blind writer and musician who also has a brother with a severe cognitive disability. He has been the national troubadour of the Disability Rights Movement for 35 years and is an internationally known songwriter, performer and advocate. His music and materials are in use in settings from pre-school to graduate school around the world, and he has been featured on National Public Radio, on 20/20, the CBS Evening News and in National Geographic. He has been invited to the White House three times and has played following the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act and at the 2008 Presidential Forum on Disability Rights Issues. www.jeffmoyer.com
	Karina Es Karina Es is a 19 year old Canadian singer and songwriter of Armenian descent, who is sure to entertain and stop traffic! With her passionate lyrics and sultry melodies reminiscent of Kelly Clarkson meets Lady Gaga, Karina presents a fresh and unique blend of urban/dance pop sounds that are completely intoxicating. "Make It Real" and "What Are You Waiting For" were placed in a new teen TV show "The Troops" from Nickelodeon. Karina has other sync deals with The Eggplant, Reality Films Soundtrack, The Orchard, and Audiosockets. Karina has just released her new single "Space Rock", Internationally in Canada and in numerous countries in Europe, including Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, France and the U.K. Chris Taylor, B.A., LL.B. and law firm (Avril Lavigne, Nelly Furtado, Nickelback, Drake, etc.) represent Karina Es. Karina earned her first endorsement deal from Toronto's trendy Queen West clothing boutique called "Fashion Crimes" and her guitar player Lewis Moorman earned an international endorsement deal from Gibson guitars.
	Miss Money Miss Money is a producer, singer, rapper, and DJ based in Houston, TX that has appeared in the award winning documentary, Pick Up the Mic. She can also play her own instruments. She is a Texas Lifetime Community Service Award winner, a Black Heritage Society Jr. Achiever, and a 2006 OutMusic Nominee. She has been featured in many magazines and newspapers and has graced radio airwaves all over the world - from Chile to South Africa to Poland and even Italy. She currently appears in the MyHouston ad campaign alongside Beyonce, former President George H. W. Bush, and boxing legend George Foreman. She was diagnosed with myotonic muscular dystrophy in the fall of 2004. www.missmoney.net
	Peter Linseman Peter is a Canadian songwriter, a versatile producer, and a trusted manager. It's that combination that sets him apart from many others. He is collaborating with 2009 Grammy Award winner and 2 time Oscar Award winner, Tanvi Shah who co-wrote and sang the song of the year, Jai Ho from the motion picture Slumdog Millionaire. Peter has the honor of being chosen as the Musical Director for 2010 Canadian Chinese Idol and is now writing and producing for China's top female artist Laura Shang who sang the theme song for 2010's most anticipated epic IMAX film, "Tangshan Earthquake". He is the Regional Writers Group and Song Stage manager for the Songwriters Association of Canada's Toronto Regional Writers Group and currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Country Music Association of Ontario. Peter was nominated for Best Original Composition at the 2009 Canadian Jazz Awards and his artist Angelica DiCastro received Female Vocalist of the Year for the title track, "Beautiful Feeling". Peter is producing and promoting rising pop stars Karina Es and Kathy Pau, country artist Donna Ferra and International stars Aramik and Mr. X. Peter's company Music Mentor Productions is a Gold Sponsor for the 2010 Toronto Independent Music Awards.
	William Routhier William is a writer/songwriter with experience in various realms of music. He played in the band The Dharma Bums in Boston during the 1980's. The Dharma Bums album, "Everything is Always Alright" received critical acclaim and radio play in the Boston area. William has been a singer/songwriter, performed on his own, and has in recent years collaborated with classical composer Andrew Asboe on a collection of adult contemporary songs. William also writes about music and the arts for The Salem Gazette, and is the Boston Music Examiner for Examiner.com. He is a SGI Buddhist and uses his Buddhist practice in writing songs.

Song title: “No To Euthanasia”  
Written by: Brian Edwards
Performing vocalists: Brian Edwards Featuring Flowrese

Chorus:
We're saying no to euthanasia 
It's not your life to take it, it wasn't you that gave it
We're saying no to euthanasia
No matter what the illness it's their life so let them live it

Verse one:
It is not you or I's right to decide
About the value of a life
That's not in the human job description
To purposely cut off the sick's prescriptions
I don't prescribe that's homicide
Or suicide who are you to decide
Or let someone who's not in they right mind
Let God make the choice when it's the right time, that’s why…

Chorus

Verse two:
In '94 Oregon passed ‘Death With Dignity’
An act allowing suicide, are you kidding me?
Eventually, others followed suit
Consumed with lies cause they can't swallow the truth
They tell you it’s a quality of life thing
Healthy or ill it’s joy that a life brings
A country with history of great human inventions
But put to history this kind of human intervention, attention…

Chorus

Verse three:
Temporary insanity is valid in court
But the same rules don't apply to cut the sick’s life short
Of course the pain may get unbearable
Make anybody make a request that's terrible
That's not the best time to take their advice
This ain’t a game we’re playing this is a thing called life
Husbands, wives, kids, cousins, and siblings
When you hear this song please stand up for living

Chrous (2x's)



Song title: "I Just Don't Believe in Impossibilities"
Written by: David Head
Song restructured by: Brian Edwards www.bywordofmusic.com
Performing vocalist: D.R.

Intro:
With belief I can do anything
'Cause I just don't believe in impossibilities
Liberty’s what my sport gives to me
'Cause I just don't believe in impossibilities

Verse one:
Thinking back, it was true 
Could only think of things I couldn’t do
Frustrating to be with disabilities
The major key is what I perceive
Now I’ve learned what I need 
Determination, I know I’ll succeed
My success is evident
Cause now I sense a new found confidence

Chorus: 
With belief I can do anything
'Cause I just don't believe in impossibilities
Liberty’s what my sport gives to me
'Cause I just don't believe in impossibilities
There's no goal that I cannot achieve
'Cause I just don't believe in impossibilities
Be strong physically, mentally
And just never believe in impossibilities

Verse two:
Thinking now of today
The barriers have all gone away
And suddenly I’ve found the strength in me
Yes it’s hard but I finally see
Bit by bit improving steadily
Negativity won't get ahead of me
At first I was down but now I pursue
An “I can do it” attitude

Chorus

Verse three:
Thinking on now I see 
A future filled with opportunity
Now I feel empowered inside
I carry myself with confidence and pride
Life has many choices for me
I’m as able as I want to be
Hope and will and self-esteem
Me and you can achieve our dreams


Song title: “Steppingstone”  
Written by: William Routhier
Song restructured by: Brian Edwards
Performing vocalist: D.R.

Verse one:
Some people say you can’t be free
If you have a disability
They’ll tell you that it’s true 
They don’t know a thing bout you 
Your obstacles are in your head
Try and remember what I said
There’s nothing you can’t do
Every choice is up to you 

Bridge to hook:
Opportunity knocks every day 
Don’t let stumbling blocks get in your way
Opportunity knocks you know it’s true
Don’t let stumbling blocks get in front of you
(2x's)

Hook:
You see stumbling blocks no it's not over
All you gotta do is just step over 
'Cause a stumbling block is just a steppingstone
A stumbling block is just a steppingstone
(2x's)

Verse two: 
Sometimes it’s hard, and that’s for sure
But there’s a key to every door
Don’t let them lead you astray
Where there’s a will, there’s a way
There’s nothing you can do that can’t be done
Sometimes the struggle’s half the fun 
And it’s worth the trouble too
When you see what you can do 

Bridge to hook (2x's)

Hook (2x's)



Song Title: “The World Was Made For Everyone”  
Written by: William Routhier
Song restructured by: Brian Edwards
Performing vocalist: D.R. 
 
Intro:
The world was made for everyone
We’re all the same under the sun
The world was made for everyone
We’re all the same under the sun

Verse one:
There should be equality
Even for those with disabilities
We should stand hand in hand
All together we have such abilities
There’s one way the world gets built
We’re all part of a gigantic quilt
Arm in arm, standing strong
We have equality, we get along 

Chorus:
The world was made for everyone
We’re all the same under the sun
All of us under sky of blue 
The world was made for everyone
We’re all the same under the sun
'Cause the world was made for me and you

Verse two: 
There should be equality
Even for those with disabilities
We should stand hand in hand
All together we have such abilities
Nobody is perfect
We all need, need some help
Nobody can do it all
By themselves; no, not by themselves

Chorus
 
Verse three:
There should be equality
Even for those with disabilities
We should stand hand in hand
All together we have such abilities
One hand washes the other
Clean like brand new
Let’s get together and
Show what we all can do

Chorus 


Song title: “Addition By Subtraction”  
Written by: Arrison Kirby
Song restructured by: Brian Edwards
Performing vocalists: D.R. Featuring Flowrese

Addition by subtraction
May seem funny but it’s real
'Cause addition by subtraction
May seem hard to grasp but it’s real
'Cause addition by subtraction
May seem funny but it’s real
The less you have, and the less you have to worry about
And that’s the deal 

The mountain top is so high up
Your will has gotta be strong to climb
Although your shoes are not what you chose
I've gotta feeling that you’ll be just fine 
There ain’t no making mistakes in life
It's just knocking on different doors
The less that you carry, the less you’ll grow wary
As you knock on more and more 

'Cause addition by subtraction
May seem funny but it’s real
'Cause addition by subtraction
May seem hard to grasp but it’s real
'Cause addition by subtraction
May seem funny but it’s real
The less you have, and the less you have to worry about
And that’s the deal 

So if the clouds gather overhead
Soon as you race your ship to shore
Just toss out some weight and you’ll be moving great
Not to mention faster and better than ever before
So if you wonder why you’re lacking
Money, arms, legs, or eyes
You’ll find that it’s fodder to push you much harder
And you'll begin to see a blessing waiting in disguise 

'Cause addition by subtraction
May seem funny but it’s real
'Cause addition by subtraction
May seem hard to grasp but it’s real
'Cause addition by subtraction
May seem funny but it’s real
The less you have, and the less you have to worry about
And that’s the deal 

'Cause addition by subtraction
May seem funny but it’s real
'Cause addition by subtraction
May seem hard to grasp but it’s real
'Cause addition by subtraction
May seem funny but it’s real
The less you have, and the less you have to worry about
And that’s the deal 




Song title: “Don't Feel Down"
Written by: David Head 
Song restructured by: Peter Linseman
Performing vocalist: Karina Es 

It is sometimes hard to see
Past a disability
And you question why fate deemed
That you should do things differently
There’s one thing that’s agreed
Self-belief is what you need
If you focus on your strengths
And not your weakness you’ll succeed

Don’t feel down
Celebrate the joy each day can bring
And don’t feel down
Relish life and love and everything
We all should face a challenge
With a smile and not a frown
And positivity
Will always be the key
To set your spirit free
So don’t feel down
Don't feel down
So don't feel down
Don't feel down

There’ll be days when things seem tough
And you feel you’ve had enough
No one said it would be easy
For you dealing with this stuff
But however hard things seem
Never lose sight of your dream
And enjoy life to the full
With confidence and self-esteem

Don’t feel down
Celebrate the joy each day can bring
And don’t feel down
Relish life and love and everything
We all should face a challenge
With a smile and not a frown
And positivity
Will always be the key
To set your spirit free
So don’t feel down
Don't feel down
So don't feel down
Don't feel down
So don't feel down



Song title: “The Disability Pride March"
Written by: David Head 
Song restructured by: Peter Linseman and Karina Eskandary
Performing vocalist: Karina Es
 
Altogether now
We all have an identity
Unique in our own way
A beautiful diversity
We’re all proud to display
Altogether now let’s aim high
Lift our hearts and change our minds

We march for disability
With dignity and pride
March for disability
Left right, side by side
Altogether now
Altogether now
Altogether now

We break down the barriers
With dignity and pride
Where people have the same worth
And qualities inside
We’ll share in confidence
We all belong standing strong
And free inside

We march for disability
With dignity and pride
March for disability
Left right, side by side
Altogether now
Altogether now
Altogether now

Altogether now side by side
Altogether now side by side
Altogether now side by side
Altogether now side by side

We march for disability
With dignity and pride
We march for disability
Left right, side by side
We march for disability
Dignity and pride
We march for disability
Left right, left right, side by side


Song title: “You Can Live Where You Want To"
Written by: David Head 
Song restructured by: Peter Linseman and Karina Eskandary
Performing vocalist: Karina Es 

So what if it’s difficult
You still have a choice
And when it comes to where you stay
You still have a voice
You may need some assistance
With your personal care
If you decide to live at home 
Why not receive it there?

You can live where you want to
No matter what they tell you
You may still need some care
But someone is always there
You can live where you want to
No matter what they tell you
You may still need some care
But someone is always there
You can live
You can live
You can live
You can live
You can live
You can live
You can live

Home is where the heart is
Then why ever leave
You really can live where you want
That’s what you must believe
Treatment comes with dignity
And care comes with respect
The choice of where is down to you
What else would you expect?

You can live where you want to
No matter what they tell you
You may still need some care
But someone is always there
You can live where you want to
No matter what they tell you
You may still need some care
But someone is always there
You can live
Live where you want
Live where you want
Live where you want
You can live
You can live
You can live
So you can, you can live
You can live
I say you can live
Where 

You can live where you want to
No matter what they tell you
You may still need some care
But someone is always there
You can live where you want to
No matter what they tell you
You may still need some care
But someone, someone is always there
Always there
Live
You live
You can live
You can live