Joe Schmidt Has Released Inspirational Single, AUDIENCE OF ONE To Benefit AO1 Foundation

North Dakota native, Joe Schmidt, has released an inspirational single titled "Audience Of One." The tune reflects a moving inspirational vibe combined with meaningful lyrics, which references who we are all really performing for in this life, God. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the AO1 Foundation, which was founded in 2017 by Philadelphia Eagles quarterback, Carson Wentz, with a mission to uplift those in need. The song is available onAmazon, iTunes, Google Play and Spotify. The accompanying lyric video has surpassed 100k video views can be viewed here.

Schmidt, his wife Sherry, Tim Daley and well-known songwriter Bruce Bruch, co-wrote the meaningful song. "Audience of One" had an exclusive debut on Rise Up Country with John Ritter, and is being promoted to over 2000 radio stations across the country. "Audience of One" shares a heartfelt message of remembering that when the game and cheers are over, God is whom we are performing for in this life.

"I'm honored that fellow North Dakotan, Joe Schmidt, would write a song based on my life motto, "Audience Of One," said Carson Wentz. "It is truly a special song with an even deeper meaning. I hope the song provides greater understanding for what I play for and can encourage all who hear it."

"I never imagined that a simple act of kindness would evolve into such an amazing project," said Joe Schmidt. "Being a part of the bigger plan in a small way is rewarding to so many."

The idea for the song started while at a Make-A-Wish fundraiser, where a young boy diagnosed with PKAN disease was hoping to win a signed Carson Wentz football. He had walked by and admired the ball several times throughout the evening. The boy didn't win the football that night, so Joe made it his mission to get that young man a signed Carson Wentz football. Six months later along with his family, they hand delivered that young boy a signed Carson Wentz football. After many talks with the Wentz family and the AO1 Foundation, Schmidt made a trip to Nashville, where he wrote and recorded "Audience of One" in the same week.

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About Joe Schmidt:
Joe Schmidt grew up in south central North Dakota in what he describes as "an incredible childhood" of hunting, fishing and caring for the family's registered Simmental cattle. He also fostered his love of music by playing saxophone in the school band, singing in the church and school choirs and singing along with Marty Robbins, Keith Whitley, George Strait and Garth Brooks on the radio. After starting a family in his hometown of Medina, North Dakota, Joe launched successful trucking and feeder cattle marketing businesses to supplement his small grains and soybeans farm. Only years later to have an inspiration guide him towards a special project: to record a CD worth of his favorite songs as a family heirloom for his wife and four children. After arriving in Nashville to complete the family treasure, others recognized
Joe's rich sound and honest lyrics and convinced he needed to share his gift should be with people around the world. Since then Joe has embraced that challenge and began recording original songs that capture his faith, the love for family, the land and this great nation. Joe draws inspiration for his music from the wide-open North Dakota prairie, friends and family. He credits his father, who instilled the philosophies and the values of honesty, integrity and hard work.

About the AO1 Foundation:
The AO1 Foundation was founded in 2017 on the principal of uplifting people around the world by tangibly demonstrating God's love for His people. In order to maximize our impact, we have decided to focuses our attention, resources, and skills on the following initiatives: Haiti Sports Complex, Outdoor Experiences, and Thy Kingdom Crumb Food Truck. We believe that through these initiatives, people all over the world will experience God's love and be exposed to His word. Long before Carson was the #2 overall pick by the Philadelphia Eagles and the two-time FCS title game MVP, Carson grew up in the small state of North Dakota. Carson was born in Raleigh, North Carolina, but soon moved with his family to Bismarck, North Dakota. After a stellar athletic career at Century High School, he received a scholarship to play football at North Dakota State University, which would ultimately change his life. While Carson attended North Dakota State University, his faith grew immensely. With a little help from current NDSU teammates, Carson's faith soared to new heights. Like all of Carson's passions, he quickly dug in and wanted to learn more. He became an active member of the team bible study, regular attendee of church, and shared his testimony with many at North Dakota State University. As a constant reminder of staying the course, Carson had "AO1" tattooed on the underside of his right wrist- that stands for "Audience of One." Carson said, "It was kind of a motto I picked up early in my career, and I finally put it on my body just to live with the Lord as my audience. Whether it is playing football, going to school or whatever I'm doing, I'm doing it for the Lord as my audience." After the draft, Carson felt a calling. He knew he wanted to give back. He is fortunate to have a platform that few in the world will experience. With this exposure, he wants to execute the mission of the foundation by "uplifting individuals and communities around the world by demonstrating God's love for His people." Like everything Carson does in life, he is ready to give all he has to his foundation in order to fulfill the foundation's mission! Visit the websitehttps://ao1foundation.org