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JOHN MELLENCAMP AND THIRD EYE BLIND TO PERFORM AT TIGER JAM IV PRESENTED BY COCA-COLA AT MANDALAY BAY IN LAS VEGAS SATURDAY, April 28th Los Angeles, CA (February 26, 2001) - The Tiger Woods Foundation announced today that multi-Platinum-selling artists Third Eye Blind and John Mellencamp will take the stage at the Tiger Jam IV benefit concert presented by Coca-Cola. The fourth annual event will take place on April 28, 2001, at 8:30 PM in the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nev. The benefit concert will once again raise and distribute funds for the Tiger Woods Foundation and children's charities based in Las Vegas and Los Angeles. "I am extremely pleased that John Mellencamp and Third Eye Blind have agreed to perform at Tiger Jam IV. John is one of the true legends of American rock and roll and Third Eye Blind has achieved tremendous success over the past few years," stated Tiger Woods. "From Los Angeles to Indianapolis - the Tiger Woods Foundation is making a difference in the lives of young people who are in need of hope and support," said John Mellencamp. "It's great to be a part of Tiger Jam IV." "As a group that has tried to put on benefits in the past, we are aware of how difficult it can be to organize charity events. We're impressed by Tiger's commitment and sensitivity in making the effort to help kids in areas where they desperately need it," stated Stephan Jenkins of Third Eye Blind. Tickets for the concert will be going on sale to the general public beginning Saturday, March 3, 2001, and can be purchased through Ticketmaster (www.ticketmaster.com), at the Mandalay Bay Box Office or charge by phone at (702) 474-4000. Individual tickets start at $45. John Mellencamp made his musical debut in 1976, with his first album entitled Chestnut Street Incident. It was with his 1982 album American Fool, which included the hits "Hurts So Good" and "Jack and Diane," that Mellencamp achieved commercial success. Since then, John has had 11 Grammy nominations, 10 Top 10 singles, 29 Top 40 singles, seven Top 10 albums and 11 Top 40 hits including "Lonely Ol' Night," "R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A.," "Small Town" and "Cherry Bomb." Third Eye Blind, whose second album Blue has been a steady presence on the Billboard charts since its release in 1999, will be an integral part of Tiger Jam IV. Their 1997 debut album, Third Eye Blind, helped them achieve chart-topping success by spawning five hit singles, including "Semi-Charmed Life," "Jumper" and "Graduate," and surpassing quadruple-platinum status. The band previously toured with rock icons the Rolling Stones and U2. Established in 1996 by Tiger Woods and his father Earl, the Tiger Woods Foundation seeks to empower young people to reach their highest potential. Utilizing the platform golf provides, the Foundation is Tiger's way of providing support, guidance, and inspiration to as many young people as possible. Through golf clinics, motivational speeches, educational programs, the support of local heroes, and direct grants, the Foundation has interacted with over 70,000 kids across America, providing role models and instruction on healthy lifestyles. The Coca-Cola Company is the official community sponsor and beverage sponsor of the Tiger Woods Foundation, and the title sponsor of two major annual fundraising activities- the Tiger Jam benefit concert, and the series of Coca-Cola/Tiger Woods Foundation Junior Golf Clinics. Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino first opened its doors on March 2, 1999, and quickly gained a reputation for elegance, excitement and quality entertainment in Las Vegas. Headliners such as the Three Tenors, the Eagles and Bette Midler have performed in the Mandalay Bay Events Center. VIP events will be held before and following the concert. For more information on the concert, TWF or for Tiger Jam IV Sponsorship opportunities, please call (714) 816-1806.