Released on: June 14, 2008, 8:01 am

Press Release Author: Michael Gauf/Painted Axe

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Press Release Summary: Painted Axe has agreed to produce an exclusive custom-painted
guitar for the summer Backbone of the Blues Tour and the October 2008 Legendary
Blues Cruise.

Press Release Body: Painted Axe has agreed to produce an exclusive custom-painted
guitar for the summer Backbone of the Blues Tour and the October 2008 Legendary
Blues Cruise.

\"This is our second year with the Legendary Blues Cruise and we are primed to top
last year\'s efforts,\" said Michael Gauf, of Painted Axe. \"The design work for this
year\'s guitar is already underway. And, from the looks it and what we have in store,
October cruisegoers will be in for quite a treat.\"

The Painted Axe guitar will be part of the silent auction on board ship; and auction
benefits raised go to the Blues Foundation and others. In addition to the unique
artwork, the guitar will be autographed by some of the leading performers on the
October cruise.

\"We are proud to be to be working with such a successful and legendary company,\"
said Gauf. \"It is clear the money raised through the Blues Cruise\'s efforts is going
to make a difference. And, we are very pleased to be a part of it.\"

Painted Axe, based in Indianapolis, specializes in custom-painted guitars, creating
highly unique, distinctive and personal instruments. Clients range from performers
and autograph collectors to special event and festival coordinators. The company
also customizes Guitar Hero Les Paul guitar faceplates.

About Legendary Blues Cruise
The Legendary Blues Cruise is the world\'s only fully chartered blues cruise. The
company can be reached at 1-888-258-374g or at http://www.BluesCruise.com.


Web Site: http://www.PaintedAxe.com

Contact Details: About Painted Axe
Painted Axe specializes in custom painted guitars. The company can be contacted at
317-273-8030 or at http://www.PaintedAxe.com.