VIRGINIA BEACH, Va — Three Virginia Beach inmates, known as "The Sound of BDO" (Beat da Odds), will host a live concert at the Virginia Beach Correctional Facility on August 15 at 1 p.m.
The trio previously told News 3 that the correctional center introduced the music program to give inmates the opportunity to sing and create original music.
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“We are so excited to finally be able to debut this program, which has been in the works for several months,” said Sheriff Rocky Holcomb. “In addition to providing an outlet for creative self-expression, I believe 'The Sound of BDO’ will boost inmates’ self-confidence, teach them new skills, give them a sense of accomplishment and allow them to have positive interactions with other inmates, VBSO staff and members of the community.”
The trio will perform their original song "Not Just a Number." Local DJ Brandon “Shaggy” Stokes will host the program and later play it on his radio show “Shaggy and Friends” on FM Z104.
“Offenders can pay their debt to society without losing their humanity, and we can balance being tough on crime with compassion,” added Holcomb. “Music brings people together, and I believe it can play a crucial role in offenders’ rehabilitation.”
