Mike Cooley, guitarist, singer and songwriter for the Drive-By Truckers will be performing solo in two benefit concerts to be held at WorkPlay in Birmingham. The show, "An Evening with Mike Cooley from the Drive-By Truckers," will feature many of the hits written by Mike for the band. Demand for tickets has been so heavy that a second performance has been scheduled. Part of the proceeds from these concerts will benefit the Foundation.

So come out and enjoy the soothing sounds of Mike Cooley and support a great cause along the way.

Who: Mike Cooley of the Drive-By Truckers.

When: 8 p.m. Dec. 20-21.

Where: WorkPlay theater, 500 23rd St. South, Birmingham, Alabama.

Tickets: $15 at 380-4082 or WorkPlay website