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OCTOBER 7TH, 2023
On October 7th, the Hamas terror military invaded Israel and murdered over 1,200 people, massacred, mutilated, burned alive, raped, and took over 250 hostages at the Supernova Re’im Music Festival and from the nearby communities of Nir Oz, Be’eri, Kfar Aza and many more.
BACKSTORY
In December 2023, David Fishof, the visionary founder of Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp, embarked on a deeply personal journey to Israel. He was there to visit his friend Sam Grundwerg, Keren Hayesod World Chairman and former Consul General to Israel in Los Angeles, and to witness the aftermath of the devastating events of October 7th. What began as a somber trip took an emotionally powerful turn at the funeral of Yotam Haim, a gifted metal drummer who was taken and held hostage by Hamas and later escaped from the terrorists but was tragically and mistakenly killed by IDF soldiers. Yotam’s brother, Tuval, honored him with a heart-wrenching drum solo, and their father placed Yotam’s cherished drumsticks in the gravesite.
Inspired by this profound display of music’s healing power, Fishof and Grundwerg decided to bring ten Israeli survivors/heroes of the traumatic events to his Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp in Los Angeles in March 2024. Despite the need for discretion to avoid backlash, these ten musicians—each bearing harrowing stories of survival from the Nova Music Festival and the Hamas massacre in nearby communities and the horrors of loved ones held hostage by Hamas—found a sanctuary and healing in music. At the camp, they jammed with rock legends like Sebastian Bach of Skid Row and Michael Anthony of Van Halen, and connected with members of Guns N’ Roses. Their journey culminated in unforgettable performances at LA’s iconic Whisky A Go Go and The Viper Room. One survivor captured the essence of their experience, saying, “I won’t need a psychiatrist, I have my guitar.
Tuval Haim
Tuval’s commitment to music is deeply personal, driven by a desire to honor his brother Yotam Haim’s memory, who was mistakenly killed by IDF soldiers. Tuval feels his brother’s presence every time he plays the drums. His belief that rock is his home base reflects a profound connection to the genre.
Raz Shifer
Raz is a singer, guitarist, actress and occasional drummer exploring a unique path with her music, viewing it as a lifeline. While her love for The Beatles and The Rolling Stones is evident, she is curious to explore hard rock. Raz is a survivor of the Nova Music Festival, where multiple friends she attended with were murdered or taken hostage by Hamas.
Bar Rudaeff
Bar Rudaeff is an electric guitarist whose musical journey faced interruptions due to military service, but his determination led him to learn music production. A dedicated player with roots in rock and blues, Bar’s connection to his father’s love for Whitesnake adds a personal touch. His father was taken hostage by Hamas on October 7th and remained in captivity as of filming.The ongoing impact of war on his family underscores the challenges he faces.
David Klein
David is a professional composer, guitarist and Israeli survivor whose versatility spans both classical and electric guitar. With a particular affinity for rock, he cites Metallica, Iron Maiden, and Guns N’ Roses as his favorites. His enthusiasm for the camp is palpable, reflecting genuine excitement for the musical experience it promises.
Yakir Uzan
Yakir is a drummer with expertise that extends beyond playing drums to include production and sound engineering. As an educated sound engineer and musician, he currently resides in a hotel due to the ongoing war as his home was destroyed. His admiration for camp alumnus Mike Portnoy and his multifaceted skills made him a valuable addition to the camp.
Dov Engel
Dov is a singer and guitarist with a passion for classic rock icons like the Rolling Stones, Simon and Garfunkel, and The Beatles. He plays both electric and acoustic guitar. Dov’s perspective is enriched by his service as the commander of two Hummers in the reserves. He was injured on October 8th fighting directly with Hamas terrorists but continues to find solace in music .
Sagi Arad
Sagi is an Israeli survivor and hero, singer and guitarist who began his musical journey early, playing piano at age seven and later exploring the saxophone and bass. His transition from jazz to rock reflects his diverse musical tastes. As a civil case lawyer and high school band teacher, Sagi balances expertise with musical passion. On October 7th, Sagi fought off Hamas terrorists for hours protecting his small community and saving countless lives while losing several friends .
Valerya Dvorkin
Valerya is a singer with a deep dedication to 50s rock music, regularly performing with her band. Having survived October 7th, she has multiple friends and loved ones that were murdered and currently held hostage by Hamas. She has pursued music since high school, and aspires to make it her profession. Her father’s love for bands like Van Halen adds a special connection to her participation in the camp.
Ben King
Originally from the UK, guitarist Ben King has been in Israel since 1997, and survived October 7th with his home completely destroyed and his life shattered. Driven by his love for music, particularly the works of Steve Vai and Frank Zappa, Ben brings a sense of excitement to the camp. His familiarity with Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp and his dream-like aspirations align perfectly with the camp’s ethos, emphasizing a shared passion for music.
Yaniv Avitan
Yaniv is a drummer who’s oldest son serves as a soldier in the Armored Corps. A retired police detective of 27 years, living near the Gaza Strip, brings a different life perspective to the camp. His love for music, especially bands like Pearl Jam and Deep Purple, has been a constant. On October 7th, Yaniv fought off Hamas terrorists with his soldier son for hours protecting his small community and saving countless lives while several of his son’s friends were killed.
Our counselors are not only tremendously talented, having sold thousands of gold records and performed in huge arenas, but are tremendous people as well. They know how to pass on the knowledge they’ve gained over their many years in the industry. They are kind, patient, talented and cool. They start off as your mentors and by the end of camp they are your friends.
Skid Row
JANE’S ADDICTION
Van Halen
Whitesnake
Ratt
Our documentary will capture this incredible transformation, not just in LA but also as these musicians return to Israel. They continue to play together, recently performing at Israel’s 76th anniversary of its independence. We’ll follow their ongoing journey in Israel, including having them play a memorial concert at the Keren Hayesod Israel National Institutions’ headquarters in December 2024 or January 2025, featuring special guests. We will also film the 10 musicians in their homes, capturing their stories, and band rehearsals leading up to the concert.
This story isn’t just about trauma—it’s about the extraordinary healing and uniting power of music. Over four days at Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp, these survivors/heroes forged lasting friendships, industry connections, and rekindled their passion for music and for life itself. Their resilience and renewal are a testament to music’s unique ability to heal wounds and rebuild lives.
WHY THIS STORY MUST BE TOLD
- Following October 7th, antisemitism and worldwide hostility toward Israel has been at an all-time high.
- The entertainment industry wields significant influence, especially in rock music, where fans of all ages are
- deeply impacted by their favorite artists.
- This documentary, focusing on 10 Israeli victims who attended the Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp, delivers a vital message by demonstrating a unique case of music therapy in a time when Israel needs it most due to ongoing protests, boycotts, and attacks against supporters.
- Prominent figures like Roger Waters have contributed to a climate of hostility and division.Through the voices of these camp participants and world renowned rock stars, we can present an alternative narrative of resilience, creativity, and shared human experience.
- For 28 years, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp has celebrated the power of music to transcend boundaries and unite people. By documenting the experiences of these 10 Israeli participants, we aim to showcase music as a universal bridge to peace and recuperation.The bottom line is music heals, and this story shows exactly that.
- This film will also serve as an educational tool, illuminating the realities of what these Israeli heroes have gone through, while highlighting their individual and collect journeys toward healing.
- Additionally, profits of the film will benefit Keren Hayesod and go towards helping other Israelis impacted by the massacres of Oct. 7 via resilience, therapy, trauma treatment, and more. It will allow us to provide various forms of assistance such as therapy via music, which we did in LA – and open that up to offer something similar in Israel to many more people.
MARKETING AND TIME SCHEDULE
- March 2024: 5 days filmed in LA – 2 camera shoot, full staff, interviews with 10 victims, making up the majority of the film.
- September / October 2024: Begin filming the Israeli musicians in their homes, capturing their stories.
- December 2024 or January 2025: Timeline dependent on the current situation, continue telling their stories and capturing their rehearsals for their upcoming concert, led by Britt Lightning (Vixen) and Hagar Ben Ari (James Corden), with special guests stopping by along the way.We’ll hold a concert with the 10 musicians at the Keren Hayesod headquarters to conclude the film.
- November 2024 – March 2025: Current footage is already being edited with the remainder to be edited once filmed.
- March 2025: We begin the festival circuit to attract a distributor.We will submit to all the major film festivals, Jewish and non-Jewish including among others:
- March 2025 and onward: With UTA Partner and Head of Unscripted TV Andrew Lear attached, we will pitch to every major streamer like Netflix, Prime,Apple Hulu, etc. as well as others like Dr. Phil’s Merit Street Media, Ben Shapiro’s The Daily Wire, followed by worldwide distribution.The film will also be distributed to Israeli television.
- Target Runtime: 70 Minutes
HALL OF FAMER PACKAGE
$100K
- Listed as executive producer on film poster – i.e: “Your Name Presents:”
- 4 VIP tickets to every film festival
- Cameo appearance in the film
- Your own EP credit slide at end of film
- IMDB listing as executive producer
- Exclusive movie premier in your city of choice
- Signed posters for momentos
SUPERSTAR PACKAGE
- Executive producer credit – limited to 2 total, with credit listed alone at end of film.
- 2 VIP tickets to every film festival
- Name included on movie posters
- IMDB listing as Executive Producer
- Signed posters as momentos
ROCKSTAR PACKAGE
$25K
- Shared credit tile at the end of film
- 2 tickets to every film festival
- Name included on movie posters
- IMDB listing as Executive Producer
- Signed posters as momentos
GROUPIE PACKAGE
$25K
- Name listed at the end of the film
- Tickets to 2 film festivals
- Signed posters for momentos
DAVID FISHOF
- David Fishof has spent his career as a sports agent, turned music producer, working with many of the biggest names in entertainment.
- David’s career as a music tour producer saw him work with Ringo Starr, The Monkees, Roger Daltrey, Alice Cooper, and many others.
- In 1996, David founded Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp, where music lovers can jam with their idols.
- David partnered with Sam Grundwerg in 2024 to bring 10 Israeli survivors/heroes to Rock Camp in Los Angeles, where they jammed with members of Van Halen, Whitesnake, and more.
KEVIN BRIGHT
- A native New Yorker, Kevin Bright is best known for producing and directing the popular sitcom “Friends.”
- He began producing television specials in the late 1970s, including a number of comedy shows.
- In ’94, Bright worked to premiere “Friends,” which went on to become one of the most successful television comedies of all time.
- Overseeing “Friends” for a decade as an executive producer, Bright also directed more than 50 episodes of the series, and later worked in the same roles for the spin-off “Joey.”
SAM GRUNDWERG
- Mr. Grundwerg serves as World Chairman of Keren Hayesod–UIA (United Israel Appeal) since December 2018.
- Immediately prior to this role, he served as Consul General of Israel in Los Angeles as the senior representative of Israel to the Southwestern United States.
- Mr. Grundwerg was named two years in a row in 2022 and 2023 by the Jerusalem Post as one of the top 50 most influential Jews.
- Partnered with David Fishof in 2024 to bring 10 Israeli survivors/heroes to the Rock Camp in Los Angeles
Rock Camp Artist:
STEPHEN PERKINS
Associated Acts: Jane's Addiction
Primary Instrument: Drums
Stephen Perkins was born 1967 and raised in Los Angeles.
Janes Addiction in 1986,Porno For Pyros in 1993,the electric jazz band-Banyan in 1996. The punk band -HELLRIDE in 1998 and melodic rock outfit -The Panic Channel in 2003.
Drummer for Infectious Grooves and Tommy Lee's - Methods of Mayhem in the 90's.
Numerous sessions and special appearances with NIN, NO DOUBT, RAGE AGAINT'S THE MACHINE, CHILI PEPPERS,SUBLIME,LOVE and ROCKETS and many others.
Working and performing drum circles / music therapy sessions , drum clinics / educational seminars, DVD's and hosting drum events worldwide.
Invented the percussion instrument "GO-JO Bags" made for drummers and used by music therapists everywhere. Father, husband and dog lover.
Rock Camp Artist:
Sebastian Bach
Associated Acts: Skid Row
Primary Instrument: Vocalist
Sebastian Bach has sold in excess of 20 million records worldwide as lead singer with his former band, Skid Row and as a solo artist. Since departing the band, Bach has produced chart topping records and performed with Poison and Axl Rose from Guns N´ Roses in addition to touring as a solo act. Sebastian Bach´s most recent billboard chart topping solo album, Kicking and Screaming, was met with universal acclaim and praise. Far from just being a multi-platinum recording artist, the singer/songwriter/actor/entertainer has expanded his career over the past decade to include episodic television with a 5-season recurring role on the CW´s hit series "Gilmore Girls", starring roles on Broadway ("Jekyll & Hyde", "The Rocky Horror Picture Show") and national touring companies ("Jesus Chris Superstar"), and has appeared regularly on MTV and VH1
Rock Camp Artist:
Michael Anthony
Associated Acts: Van Halen
Primary Instrument: Bass
Mike was suggested by a mutual friend of he and Eddie's to audition for the newly renamed Van Halen, who had also recently added front man David Lee Roth to the mix. Mike jammed with Eddie and Alex in a small garage where the band rehearsed.Van Halen assaulted the Southern California club scene over the course of the next few years and established themselves as one of the premiere rock and roll bands in the area. In 1976, Kiss' Gene Simmons produced their first demo and tried, without success, to get them signed on the Casablanca label. In May of 1977, VH were re-discovered by Mo Ostin and Ted Templeman and quickly signed to Warner Bros. In March of 1978 they released their first album and the rest, as they say is history
Rock Camp Artist:
Tommy Aldridge
Associated Acts: Whitesnake
Primary Instrument: Drums
Tommy Aldridge is one of hard rock and heavy metal's most influential drummers. From growing up listening to classic rock like Cream, The Beatles and Jimi Hendrix, Tommy's signature style was drawn from very song oriented and stylist players. Early on he took the concept of a live drum solo to new levels. Tommy's famous drum solos are still the thing of legend with him hitting his Yamaha Drums not only with sticks but with his hands.
His bombastic style can be heard with such iconic artists as Black Oak Arkansas, Ozzy Ozbourne, Pat Travers, Gary Moore, Ted Nugent, Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake, etc. Tommy continues to tour the world on concert and drum clinic stages.
Rock Camp Artist:
Warren DeMartini
Associated Acts: RATT
Primary Instrument: Guitar
Warren DeMartini is an American glam rock/metal guitarist, best known as a member of the group RATT. As the story goes, RATT helped pioneer Hollywood's legendary Sunset Strip sound and scene in the 1980s. Signed to Atlantic Records in 1984, the bands debut album "Out of the Cellar" went over 3 times Platinum in 1984 behind the hit single "Round & Round", "Back for More" and "Wanted Man". RATT would tour with Billy Squire and Ozzy Osbourne before going on to headline their own arena tours around the globe. World infestation had begun. Since 1983, the band has sold in excess of 15 million records in the US alone.