VANCOUVER, B.C., Jan. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Only three months after her highly
publicized marriage to Vancouver Sun extreme sports columnist Ian Walker,
platinum selling Bodog Music recording artist Bif Naked revealed Sunday in a
candid radio interview with noted Canadian television and radio personality
George Stroumboulopoulos that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
"It is a very surreal situation for Ian and I at this time. Two weeks
ago, I was doing a self breast exam and discovered a lump. I went into my
doctor for a checkup and he immediately sent me for tests, including a
mammogram, which indicated a high possibility of cancer. From there, things
have gone at what seems like light speed: biopsy, blood tests, cancer clinic.
It's been two weeks from being completely healthy to cancer patient with
surgery, radiation and chemotherapy scheduled," explained Bif.
Bif Naked is currently in preproduction on two new albums. The first is
the highly anticipated sixth Bif Naked album, following her 2005 release
Superbeautifulmonster. She has also devoted herself to a second recording
project, Jakkarta, with Spanish-born, death-metal guitarist La Machina. The
music of Jakkarta revisits the heavier sounds of Bif's roots and the gutsiness
of her early works.
"I plan on taking it one day at a time and to tackle this with a positive
attitude," Bif told George on his nationally-syndicated radio program The
Strombo Show. "I have never been one to give up when an obstacle is placed in
front of me. I am in the fight of my life, and I'm lucky to have the support
of my husband Ian and many friends and family members. With the help of my
Bodog Music family, I plan to continue working on these recording projects in
between the cancer treatments and come out the other side with two great
albums and a clean bill of health.
"I'm glad it's me and not my mom," Bif continued. "I'm glad it's me and
not my sister. I'm glad it's me and not any of my friends. I am ready for the
fight."
Bif Naked's career has been built on her tireless touring, performing and
recording. Additionally, her efforts to maintain a healthy lifestyle and
straight edge obedience are Bif's badges of honor. Her diligence in
maintaining the diet of a live food vegan, a stringent workout ethic and a
yoga schedule keep Bif centered.
Bif notes, "It is important for everyone to understand that cancer is non
discriminatory and even those in great health can be subject to cancer as a
diagnosis. I urge all women at every age to self examine and go for scheduled
mammograms. Early Detection is the best tool in the fight against cancer."
About Bodog Music
Bodog Music (http://www.bodoglife.net) is a division of the international
digital entertainment giant Bodog Entertainment International Group. With
offices in the USA, UK, Canada, and Europe, this record label features a
diverse and growing roster of talented musicians, including: DMX, The Vincent
Black Shadow, Neurosonic, Wu-Tang Clan, Overkill, Nazanin, Bif Naked, Bishop
Brigante, Billy Idol, Soma City Ward, and The Heck. Bodog Music also
distributes the Warcon Record Label and several acclaimed global movie
soundtracks in Europe, including the Academy Award-winning film Little Miss
Sunshine, Nacho Libre and Saw III. For the second year in a row, Bodog Music
is looking to award $1 million recording and marketing contracts to the top
unsigned bands in the world! With two new competitions -- one held in North
America and one held in Europe -- "Bodog Battle" will air on major television
networks across the globe and online at Bodog TV. Bodog Music Founder Calvin
Ayre, who is recognized as a world authority on branding in the digital
entertainment industry, was featured on the cover of Forbes magazine's best-
selling "Billionaires" issue in March 2006. For more information, contact
musicinfo@bodoglife.net. BODOG is a registered trademark.
For more information, please contact:
Rikki Zazula at (215) 794-1972 ex 102, rzazula@bodoglife.net
Jack O'Brien at (215) 794-1972 ex 104, jobrien@bodoglife.net
In Canada please contact:
Paula Danylevich, Hype Music 416-360-3775, gr8pr@aol.com
SOURCE Bodog Music
Rikki Zazula, +1-215-794-1972, ext. 102, rzazula@bodoglife.net, Jack O'Brien
at +1-215-794-1972, ext. 104, jobrien@bodoglife.net, both of Bodog Music; or
in Canada, Paula Danylevich, Hype Music, +1-416-360-3775, gr8pr@aol.com, for
Bodog Music
