Tag: music

4th Annual Imagine Peacefest

It's been 4 years since the First Imagine Peacefest. Check it out, this Saturday, September 19th, at noon:Schedule Outdoor Plaza (south side of library) Noon – Opening Ceremony Meditation for Peace, led by Falun Dafa of Utah Noon – 6pm:  Music and other entertainment in the amphitheater MUSIC FOR PEACE CONCERT Come hang your wish … Continue reading 4th Annual Imagine Peacefest

Hip-Hop goes Green for McKinney/Clemente ’08

Thanks to fellow Green Jason Nabewaniec for posting this information over on Facebook. All I can say is "Wow". Many Hip-Hop artists have come out in support of McKinney/Clemente '08 and the Green Party. Here are a few sample of some recent hip-hop artists to show their support for McKinney/Clemente. Riders Against the Storm (RAS) … Continue reading Hip-Hop goes Green for McKinney/Clemente ’08

Jackson Browne Sues McCain For Using ‘Running on Empty’

Published in the Los Angeles Times Jackson Browne is suing John McCain for using the song "Running on Empty" in a campaign ad -- and the veteran rocker is also calling the candidate a great pretender when it comes to standing up for constitutional rights. Browne, one of rock music's most famous activists for liberal … Continue reading Jackson Browne Sues McCain For Using ‘Running on Empty’

Utah Phillips

Utah Phillips' music has been part of my library and inspiration for many years.  Utah died peacefully at his home in California Friday night after a period of illness.I saw Utah in concert in Ogden several years ago.Utah's legend will live forever.  Here is a list of links to articles about his passing:Folk music legend … Continue reading Utah Phillips

I recently learned that Sister Maryam has passed.  She was well known in Utah and beyond for her artistry in this world.  He and her husband, Jose de Bonilla, sang at Tom and my wedding.  She was an inspiration and I feel blessed to have had her touch our lives.Here is Sister Maryam and Jose … Continue reading