“This organization struck me as absolutely brilliant — it’s a win-win right from the start,” exclaimed Jonny Hawkins, the lead vocalist of Nothing More, during his appearance on Loudwire Nights on Tuesday, July 22. He passionately discussed the significant reasons behind his band’s involvement with K9s For Warriors, an organization dedicated to pairing service dogs with veterans. To delve deeper into this inspiring conversation, be sure to listen to the full interview available in the player near the end of this article.

During the discussion, Hawkins shared his thoughts on the often ambiguous nature of charitable donations. He elaborated, “Many organizations you donate to, whether they focus on cancer research or mental health initiatives, can feel vague and unclear.” However, he emphasized that with K9s For Warriors, the impact is immediate and tangible. “It’s a clear, proven solution that resonates with me. All these factors checked the boxes for my interest, and I embarked on a cool journey of learning more about their mission.”

Adding depth to the conversation was Wyatt Haynes, the Chief Business Officer for K9s For Warriors. He provided a heartfelt overview of the organization’s origins. “K9s For Warriors began in 2011, born out of a garage by a dedicated mom who had an immense love for her son, a soldier who served multiple tours in Iraq and returned home profoundly changed,” Haynes recounted. His personal story showcases the emotional foundation of this remarkable initiative.

He continued to explain that his son, who had a background in dog training, transformed when he was around his dogs, which sparked the idea for the organization. “We realized there was a pressing need to provide service dogs to veterans grappling with PTSD. This concept emerged from her garage, and now we have grown into a significant organization,” Haynes shared, illustrating the evolution of K9s For Warriors from humble beginnings to impactful outreach.

In an effort to raise awareness and support for this noble cause, Nothing More has released a new version of their powerful song, “Freefall,” featuring renowned artist Chris Daughtry. “The song captures the essence of feeling lost, akin to a free fall, during those pivotal moments in life when everything feels unstable,” Hawkins explained. This emotional connection to the song aligns perfectly with the mission of K9s For Warriors.

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Hawkins emphasized the seamless connection between the heartfelt message of the song and the impactful work of K9s For Warriors. He expressed pride in having Daughtry collaborate on the new rendition. “When we brainstormed potential artists to partner with, Chris was at the top of our list. The fact that he agreed to join us is fantastic. Everything fell into place perfectly,” he noted.

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Jonny Hawkins joined Loudwire Nights on Tuesday, July 22; the show replays online here, and you can tune in live every weeknight at 7 PM ET or on the Loudwire app. Check with your local radio station to see if the show is available, and enjoy listening to interviews on demand.