Andy has been awarded and recognized not only for his musical contributions to the international community, but for his humanitarian efforts. He recorded the song “Stand by Me” with Jon Bon Jovi to show solidarity and bring awareness for the people, garnering over millions of hits on YouTube. In addition to high profile musical collaborations with Jon Bon Jovi, Ritchie Sambora, La Toya Jackson, Don Was and John Shanks, he has contributed musically and as an actor to films including The House of Sand and Fog, The Keeper, as well as indie films.