Audi Presents k.d. lang with the Albany Symphony Orchestra

Tour Nears End with Concert at Palace Theatre on October 16 at 8:00 p.m.

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 7 -- Audi of America, Inc. is pleased to sponsor Grammy Award-winner k.d. lang as she joins the Albany Symphony Orchestra at the Palace Theatre on Saturday, October 16 at 8:00 p.m. This show marks the end of Audi's sponsorship of Ms. lang's North American tour which began April 30 and concludes October 17, 2004, in Philadelphia.

k.d. lang will perform an evening of songs spanning her career, including Constant Craving and Miss Chatelaine. In addition, lang will perform works from her critically acclaimed new album, Hymns of the 49th Parallel, on which she interprets songs by her favorite Canadian songwriters including Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, Neil Young, and Jane Siberry.

"Audi presents k.d. lang" showcases lang's incomparable voice paired with remarkable symphony orchestras in 24 markets across the United States and Canada. Audi proudly supports k.d. lang and applauds her remarkable career achievements. Throughout the year, audiences have continuously praised lang for her amazing performances and powerful vocal talent.

"k.d. lang is an extraordinary performer who truly embodies Audi's Never Follow brand philosophy," stated Maria Nahigian, Audi's event marketing manager. "We began working with k.d. last year during our Innovator campaign, and the timing of her tour perfectly led itself to become a significant component of Audi's 2004 marketing efforts. This tour has been a great experience for our dealers and customers, and concert attendees across North America who have witnessed k.d.'s incredible shows."

This tour marks the first time that k.d. lang has performed live with symphony orchestras, and it is the first time she has engaged corporate sponsorship. "I was honored to be chosen by Audi as one of eight cultural innovators last year, and I am especially grateful for their support of my tour with symphonies this year," acknowledged k.d. lang.

Visit http://www.kdlang.com/ for more details about this talented artist. More information about this performance with the Albany Symphony Orchestra can be obtained at http://www.albanysymphony.com/ .

Audi of America is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and markets performance-oriented European luxury vehicles: the A4, A4 Cabriolet, A6, A8 L, TT and the allroad quattro. The all-new 2005 A6 arrives at dealerships in November. For more information about additional Audi-related events and corporate news, visit http://www.audiusa.com/ . It's greater to lead than follow. Never Follow.