Michael Franti Spearhead

Texoz

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New album out, "All Rebel Rockers." I've been a fan of this guy since Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy. He's been true to his message for many years now. Great songwriter, great singer, great performer and really decent guy. I know someone who worked with him for a few years so I got to meet him a couple of times. He's about 6'7" and has a heart that big to match.

Love the new album. For those not familiar I would call it pop/alternative/hip-hop. Toss in a little reggae. He's got a unique blend that's accessible to many. His early stuff was more defined as hip-hop, but recent albums definitely have a broader spectrum of sounds and appeal. Still, throughout he's sung about making the world a better place.

I haven't seen it, but he made a film of his trip through Iraq and his performances for the troops.

Also downloaded the new Okkervil, but haven't listened to that yet.
 
Right on! On the new album, the song Nobody Right, Nobody Wrong is superb. So is "A little bit of riddim"

The documentary you speak of is I Know I am Not Alone. It is a compelling humanitarian film.

If you are able to, you should check out the Power to the Peaceful show they put on in Golden Gate Park every year. 9 -12 - 09. how you feelin?
 
Thanks for the info. I was turned onto these guys back in college. We saw them circa 2001 at La Zona Rosa. Great show!! Franti played basketball at U San Francisco. Great live show. I still have the shirt they had made with a modified NBA logo. Similar to the Ricky shirt a long time ago, the NBA logo has dreads.
 
texoz, what are your fav spearhead songs?

mine, in no particular order:
bomb the world to peace(armageddon remix)
skin of a drum
soulshine
east to the west
oh my god
 

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