There's a saying that you find out who your real friends are when times are tough. Well, the times are pretty tough for one of our family members and we're calling on everyone who can to help out.

Angeline Saris is not only a phenomenal bassist, teacher and role model, she's also an important member of our Endorser family. So when we heard she needed help, we virtually ran to her aid.

Some time ago, Angeline was hospitalized due to a blood clot in her left arm. Like many working musicians, Angeline does not have health insurance, and while the hospital has helped as much as they could, there are still a lot of bills to pay. Even worse, she's not done yet, and has an operation scheduled for the end of March. Then she'll have to take at least a month off to recuperate.

Knowing how difficult the situation is for her, several friends in the Bay Area have set up a benefit concert for her.

The concert - on Feb. 13 at the Sleeping Lady Cafe - will feature Jerry Hannan, with whom Angeline has done extensive work, and several well known Bay Area musicians. Angeline will be providing the low end to keep things groovin'. All proceeds will be used to defray Angeline's medical expenses.

If you're in the area and want to hear some great music while helping a friend, put this one on your calendar. If you can't attend, but still want to help, visit Angeline's donation page and chip in whatever you can. Even if it's a dollar or two, it will still help, and will let know Angeline you're with her in spirit.

We would also very much appreciate it if you would help spread the word on your web site and social network sites, and in any other way you can.

On behalf of Angeline and the entire D.N.A. family, thank you in advance for any assistance you can provide.