By Laura Ferreiro With his deep, gravelly baritone and his acoustic guitar, Kris Kristofferson has championed causes ranging from promoting tolerance to defending human rights for decades. Often described as an outlaw poet, his journey has taken him from Oxford, … Continue reading
By Hilary Gridley What do Judd Apatow, Peter Frampton, Pee-Wee Herman and Jon Brion have in common? As it turns out, a strong commitment to widespread literacy and children’s creative development. On June 14, musician/producer Jon Brion and famed producer/director/screenwriter … Continue reading
By Laura Ferreiro There’s one day a year that Switchfoot look forward to more than any other. Surpassing even their biggest concerts, award ceremonies, and holidays is Switchfoot’s Bro-Am, which stands out as the highlight of the Southern California band’s … Continue reading
By Hilary Gridley Addiction is a very real issue many artists struggle to overcome, and having a strong support network can make the all the difference between recovery and relapse. After committing to sobriety, the late DJ AM dedicated himself … Continue reading
By Laura Ferreiro It’s hard to think of a more heart-warming scene than a 6’5” metal drummer jamming with a bunch of enamored kids. On Friday night, Tool drummer Danny Carey did just that, thrilling a bunch of aspiring young … Continue reading
By Hilary Gridley What does it take to become the richest rock star in the world? A lot more than a 2.3% stake in Facebook, it turns out. One of the most interesting stories to come out of last week’s … Continue reading
By Laura Ferreiro The Red Hot Chili Peppers are calling for German authorities to stop the extradition of environmental activist Captain Paul Watson to Costa Rica, and have asked their fans to show their support. Watson is the founder of … Continue reading
By Hilary Gridley Someone once said it all happens at the zoo, and Music Unites – a non-profit dedicated to bringing music education to underprivileged children – is proving that to be true. Music Unites organizes concerts with artists passionate about music … Continue reading
By Laura Ferreiro Ninety-nine artists including Patti Smith, Tom Morello, Yoko Ono, Thievery Corporation, Joan Baez, Mogwai and Ladytron have donated tracks to a forthcoming compilation album titled “Occupy This Album,” which will benefit the Occupy Wall Street movement. The … Continue reading
By Laura Ferreiro Death Cab For Cutie, Andrew Bird and The Shins are among the artists who have invited HeadCount.org to join them on tour to register voters this election year. HeadCount has worked with renowned artists for several years … Continue reading