Articles tagged “Musicians and Bands”

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Ben Sollee, Sans Van, is Pedaling His Brand of Folk Music By Jeff Kart IN Travel & Outdoors Oct 31 2011 Ben Sollee is biking it on his Ditch the Van Tour. To get connected to communities and fans. Also, his van has seen better days. + READ MORE

Rocker Mom Kristen Henderson of Antigone Rising is Seeing Double (Interview) By Mickey Z. IN Work & Connect Dec 1 2010 "We approach our fans in much the same way we do any of our family functions. Every gig is a family reunion!" + READ MORE

From the Beach Boys to Mos Def, Songs that Celebrate the Oceans By Rachel Cernansky IN Work & Connect Aug 2 2010 A roundup of music that celebrates the oceans and encourages people to stop the threats facing them. + READ MORE

With Music and Activism, Xavier Rudd Urges Us to Be "Better People" (Interview) By Mickey Z. IN Food & Health Jul 14 2010 "Music is a powerful media and it is an essential tool for increasing awareness and raising support," says Captain Paul Watson + READ MORE

Laying Out a Roadmap for Change: Singer-Songwriter David Rovics Talks About Music, Activism, and the Future (Interview) By Mickey Z. IN Work & Connect Jul 7 2010 "Good music has the capacity to be not only palatable but to have a deep visceral, emotional impact. It's not unique in its ability to have a direct line to the hearts of the listeners, but it's a particularly powerful vehicle, or it can be." + READ MORE

Why Did Derek Sivers Give His $22M Company to Charity? By Michael Graham Richard IN Work & Connect Jun 10 2010 There are things in life that are more important than money. This man has found his passion, and he wants to share it with others. + READ MORE

The Green Music Group Strikes a Chord for Sustainability By Blythe Copeland IN Work & Connect Feb 8 2010 A-list musicians come together for the Green Music Group, a non-profit that aims to make sustainability a bigger part of the music industry. + READ MORE

Support Green Live Music: Jack Johnson By Elizabeth Seward IN Work & Connect May 27 2009 Jack Johnson is the quintessential surfer dude gone rock. His laid-back attitude and charm just add to his contagious melodic music, but the singer spends a great deal of time concerning himself with more than just the west coast lifestyle. Jack Johnson is well-known for his green efforts. + READ MORE