Saturday, August 30, 2008
Friday, August 29, 2008
So many thought this day would be impossible
Saying a prayer for Bessie Mae. So glad you were here to witness the moment.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
John Legend - If You're Out There rehearsal
I love, love, love this song. WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR YOUR FUTURE? FOR OUR FUTURE? FOR THE FUTURE?
Monday, August 25, 2008
Dave Stewart's thoughts on his song American Prayer
Earlier this year when I was recording American Prayer, a song I originally co-wrote with Bono, the phrase, "When you get to the top of the mountain, remember me" seemed to take on a whole new resonance, given the inspirational candidacy of Barack Obama. The song always contained one of my favorite passages from Dr. King, which was hauntingly delivered the night before he was assassinated. King says: "I just want to do God's will. And He's allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I've looked over. And I've seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight, that we, as a people, will get to the Promised Land!" People long for a connection— whether it is to music, to their country, or to a big idea. Regardless of what happens in November, Senator Obama has reminded millions of people that they have the power to connect to bigger ideas. He is, in essence, the embodiment of a new anthem for change. He has continued King's narrative from what was once thought of as a dream to a reality. I find it especially relevant that Barack Obama will accept the Democratic Party Nomination for President 45 years to the day of King's "I Have a Dream" speech.
When we were originally writing the song, Bono was crafting the words in a way that would make people think about the fact that 'America' as a concept was a truly great idea, based on the bedrock of equality. I find it more pertinent than ever to release it now; to the moment America finds itself in, daring to re-imagine itself and its place in the world.
When I set out to make a video for the new version of this song, I wanted to honor all of those millions of people, especially young people, who are, for the first time, feeling empowered to voice their beliefs. I wanted to capture how Obama's message of change has echoed across the broad fabric of what is America. To do that, we've cast the film with an eclectic array of personalities, including Forest Whitaker, Jason Alexander, Whoopi Goldberg, Cyndi Lauper, Barry Manilow, Joan Baez, Macy Gray and Joss Stone. They appear alongside veterans, teachers and everyday citizens— all of whom have been touched by this simple idea of change. As an Englishman, I'm not an expert in all the intricate details of American politics. But as an artist, I understand how rare it is to inspire a connection to a bigger idea or purpose. This video isn't so much an endorsement of Barack Obama as much as it is a celebration of all those who have picked up a sign, who have registered to vote and are working to make the world a better place. So as Senator Barack Obama ascends to the mountain top, let us not forget all of the others who for the past 40 years have sung anthems of change to make this moment possible.
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Political Song of the Day
We'll Get There by Cathy Block.
Refreshing to see so many people wanting to get involved. I find it hopefulness better than hopelessness any day.
-AnOldieButAGoodie
Dave Stewart's American Prayer Lyrics
LYRICS
This is my American Prayer
This is my American Prayer
This is the time to finish what you started
And this is no time to dream
This is the room
We can turn off the dark tonight
Maybe then we might see
American Prayer
American Prayer
And this is the ground
That keeps our feet from getting wet
And this is the sky over our head
And what you see depends on where you stand
And how you jump will tell you where you're gonna land
American Prayer
American Prayer
My oh my
Couldn't get much higher
Lets not kick out the darkness
Make the light brighter
And these are the hands
What are we gonna build with them?
This is the church you can't see
Give me your tired, your poor and huddled masses
You know they're yearning to breathe free
This is my American Prayer
American Prayer
American Prayer
When you get to the top of the mountain
Will you tell me what you see
If you get to the top of the mountain
Remember me
Friday, August 22, 2008
This Creed Song has been stuck in my head the past few days
"With Arms Wide Open"
Well I just heard the news today
It seems my life is going to change
I closed my eyes, begin to pray
Then tears of joy stream down my face
With arms wide open
Under the sunlight
Welcome to this place
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
With arms wide open
Well I don't know if I'm ready
To be the man I have to be
I'll take a breath, I'll take her by my side
We stand in awe, we've created life
With arms wide open
Under the sunlight
Welcome to this place
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
Now everything has changed
I'll show you love
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
With arms wide open
I'll show you everything ...oh yeah
With arms wide open..wide open
[Guitar Break]
If I had just one wish
Only one demand
I hope he's not like me
I hope he understands
That he can take this life
And hold it by the hand
And he can greet the world
With arms wide open...
With arms wide open
Under the sunlight
Welcome to this place
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
Now everything has changed
I'll show you love
I'll show you everything
With arms wide open
With arms wide open
I'll show you everything..oh yeah
With arms wide open....wide open
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From my Inbox: Stella's Notch Live
Hello all!
Just a quick reminder about the super clutch gig this weekend in Hermosa Beach, Sunday Aug. 24th! I don't mean to badger your endlessly regarding this gig so let me say this announcement about the gig:
FREE BEER with purchase of STELLA'S NOTCH debut album, "BEYOND WONDERLAND"! Only at CLUB705 this SUNDAY AUG. 24th!
That's right! When you purchase the Stella's Notch debut album "Beyond Wonderland" you get FREE BEER courtesy of Stella's Notch and CLUB705! So not only do you get to listen to some awesome live music that night, but you also get a sweet rockin' CD to blast in the car ride home that night, with you designated driver of course since you will be too colossally WASTED to drive yourself! Remember: The Stella's Notch fully endorses getting royally smashed... but more importantly we endorse drinking responsibly.
So shoot on by CLUB705 (705 Pier Ave.) in Hermosa Beach this Sunday and come get some!
Thursday, August 21, 2008
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