The RAD project, a foundation started by cancer survivor Ron Duncan, holds a concert each year at Nashville’s Bluebird Cafe to raise money for cancer research and awareness. Duncan wanted to give back after he was successfully treated for peritoneal carcinomatosis at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in 2013. The RAD Project has raised $118,183 since 2018.
Emily Duncan holds a guitar autographed by country music songwriter Billy Montana as her father-in-law, Ron Duncan, speaks to the audience at the 2023 Concert for a Cure. 
Billy Montana, whose song credits include “Bring on the Rain” and “More Than a Memory,” claps in appreciation for another performer. 
Casey Beathard takes a break and gives the audience a big smile after performing one of the hit songs he has written. 
Billy Montana accompanies his son, Randy Montana, as he sings one of his songs. The younger Montana followed in his father’s footsteps and is also a successful songwriter. 
Ron Duncan (center) hugs Mike Yastrzemski, outfielder for the San Francisco Giants, and his wife, Paige Yastrzemski. 
Jeff Hem, the play-by-play announcer for the Nashville Sounds baseball team, jokes with the audience.