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Big Sugar To Release 25th Anniversary Deluxe Edition Of Hemi-Vision On September 25, 2020

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Big Sugar To Release 25th Anniversary Deluxe Edition Of Hemi-Vision On September 25, 2020

Big Sugar is set to issue a special 25th edition of their platinum-selling Hemi-Vision featuring hit singles, newly-released lost takes, acoustic versions and dub remixes on September 25, 2020, via Universal Music Canada. Featuring six previously un-released bonus tracks, rare photos and memorabilia from the band’s archives, as well as extensive liner notes by Gordie Johnson who shares the story of the tragic and tumultuous events leading up to the original release, Hemi-Vision Deluxe Edition is available on 180-gram vinyl (in bright green and orange), CD and digital/streaming services.

“Hemi-Vision was full of heartaches, punch-ups, even the death of a band mate and all of that energy is palpable on the record,” shares Johnson. “We found some long-lost outtakes and early versions of songs that really show the evolution of our musical recipe at that time.”

Take a trip down memory lane with 12-pages of liner notes written by Gordie Johnson and a foreword by Rush’s Alex Lifeson. From the band’s early days of Gordie, Garry Lowe and Kelly Hoppe trying to regain footing after the sudden death of their drummer Walter “Crash” Morgan while on tour, to a chance encounter with Lifeson and a generous gift that forever changed the course of Big Sugar, step back in time and join the journey of how this roots/rock/reggae crew came to be one of Canada’s most iconic touring bands.

 

 

Full Track List:

Side A

  • Diggin’ A Hole
  • Gone For Good
  • If I Had My Way
  • Skull Ring

Side B

  • Joe Louis (Judgement Day)
  • Tommy Johnson
  • La Stralla
  • Tired All The Time

Side C

  • Empty Head
  • Opem Up Baby
  • Rolling Pin
  • Tobacco Hand

Side D

  • Gone For Good (Early Version)
  • Gone For Good (Lost Take)
  • Judgement Day (Dub Mix)
  • Diggin’ A Hole (Acoustic Version)
  • Baby’s In Black
  • Tommy Johnson (Dub Mix)

Additional information can be found on the band’s social channels and website https://bigsugar.com/. In the past few months while at home and unable to tour due to Covid-19, Gordie has been playing weekly YouTube live ‘Soundshack Sessions’ every Friday afternoon. Tune-in here to catch them all.

 

In the 90s Big Sugar emerged clad in Hugo Boss suits as the antithesis to the grunge esthetic with a unique combination of Jamaican rhythms, blues tonality and heavy rock aggression. They dominated the airwaves and highways with songs like “Diggin A Hole,” “The Scene,” “Turn The Lights On” and “Roads Ahead.” Their roots-rock-reggae style has built a loyal following, earning Big Sugar a Road Gold Award as they continue to sell out concerts across North America. Gordie Johnson’s guitar playing continues to influence a new generation of young guitarists as well as peers. To quote lyrics from the first single off the upcoming new album Eternity Now, “The better it gets, the easier it gets to get better.”

Metallica’s First Show of 2020 Is One Night Only at Drive-In Theaters Across North America

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Metallica’s First Show of 2020 Is One Night Only at Drive-In Theaters Across North America

Metallica has confirmed its return to the stage for the first time since the September 2019 S&M2 concerts that opened Chase Center in San Francisco. Metallica will be the first rock band to be featured in the Encore Drive-In Nights series, with a full set showing August 29 at hundreds of drive-in and outdoor theaters across the United States and Canada. The show will be shot specially for the Encore Drive-In Nights Series at a location near the band’s Northern California headquarters and will subsequently be edited and mixed by Metallica’s award winning production team to the highest standards possible. The concert, the band’s first show in nearly a year, will feature material from throughout their near four-decade career and provide Metallica fans with an intimate, unique and truly memorable concert experience.

Pre-sale tickets, available exclusively to Metallica’s Fifth Member fan club, will go on sale on August 12 at ticketmaster.com/encore-metallica. General on-sale will begin on August 14. Every ticket purchase — which admits one carload of up to six people — will include four digital downloads of Metallica’s S&M2, the long awaited album documenting the two historic concerts that reunited the band and San Francisco Symphony for the first time in 20 years.

“In all of rock, it literally doesn’t get any bigger than Metallica,” said Walter Kinzie, CEO of Encore Live. “Over the course of their career these guys have completely redefined rock, touring and frankly what’s possible in terms of success in this industry. We’ve seen with our first two Encore Nights Drive-In concerts that fans absolutely dig the drive-in experience and we know that Metallica is going to blow the top off of this thing and take it to a whole new level.”

The Metallica show is part of the Encore Drive-In Nights Series, which is presented by leading event production company Encore Live. Since June, Encore Live has partnered with drive-in theaters across the country to provide world-class entertainment in a safe, creative way. For more information and to see if a venue near you is presenting the show, visit encorenights.com or call your local theater. The August 29 show will also feature a special guest performance by Three Days Grace.

Drive-in theaters hosting the concert will adhere to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended guidelines as well as all state and local health mandates. Staff will wear personal protective equipment and enforce at least six feet of space between cars. The series will also use contactless payment and ticketing systems and limit capacity in restrooms. Guidelines around concessions will be enforced to abide by individual state regulations. For a full list of procedures that the Encore Drive-In Nights is employing to keep fans and staff safe, visit encorenights.com.

Unlike traditional concert tickets that are bought for one fan’s individual admission, each purchase for Encore Drive-In Nights’ concerts will admit one carload of fans. That means up to six people can enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime show for one price. Additional information about Encore Drive-In Nights can be found at https://www.ticketmaster.com/encoredriveinnights.

 

My Next Read: “Remain In Love: Talking Heads, Tom Tom Club, Tina” by Chris Frantz

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My Next Read: “Remain In Love: Talking Heads, Tom Tom Club, Tina” by Chris Frantz

Two iconic bands. An unforgettable life.

One of the most dynamic groups of the ‘70s and ‘80s, Talking Heads, founded by drummer Chris Frantz, his girlfriend Tina Weymouth, and lead singer David Byrne, burst onto the music scene, playing at CBGBs, touring Europe with the Ramones, and creating hits like “Psycho Killer” and “Burning Down the House” that captured the post-baby boom generation’s intense, affectless style.

In Remain in Love, Frantz writes about the beginnings of Talking Heads—their days as art students in Providence, moving to the sparse Chrystie Street loft Frantz, Weymouth, and Byrne shared where the music that defined an era was written. With never-before-seen photos and immersive vivid detail, Frantz describes life on tour, down to the meals eaten and the clothes worn—and reveals the mechanics of a long and complicated working relationship with a mercurial frontman.

At the heart of Remain in Love is Frantz’s love for Weymouth: their once-in-a-lifetime connection as lovers, musicians, and bandmates, and how their creativity surged with the creation of their own band Tom Tom Club, bringing a fresh Afro-Caribbean beat to hits like “Genius of Love.”

Studded with memorable places and names from the era—Grace Jones, Andy Warhol, Stephen Sprouse, Lou Reed, Brian Eno, and Debbie Harry among them—Remain in Love is a frank and open memoir of an emblematic life in music and in love.

Amy Winehouse’s Critically Acclaimed Album ‘Frank’ Gets Half Speed Mastered Double Vinyl Edition Out September 4

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Amy Winehouse’s Critically Acclaimed Album ‘Frank’ Gets Half Speed Mastered Double Vinyl Edition Out September 4

Frank, the critically acclaimed, million selling debut album by Amy Winehouse, originally released on October 20th 2003, will be released as a double vinyl half speed master on September 4 via UMC/Universal Music Canada, the country’s leading music company. The album which introduced the then 20-year old Londoner to the world and went on to be certified triple platinum in the UK, features the Ivor Novello Award winning single ‘Stronger Than Me’, as well as further singles Take The Box, In My Bed and F**k Me Pumps.

Half Speed Mastering is an artisan technique offered by Abbey Road Studios, that results in the very highest quality sound reproduction. UMC have created a range of bespoke vinyl pressings of iconic albums utilizing this process and have carefully selected Frank to be a part of the series.

Heavyweight vinyl and the highest specification packaging come as standard to create a thoroughly bespoke vinyl experience that, most importantly, provides a sound quality superior to anything else currently available. The package includes a certificate of authenticity from Abbey Road and a branded obi strip.

Track Listing:
Side A
Stronger Than Me
You Sent Me Flying (Cherry)
Know You Now

Side B
Fuck Me Pumps
I Heard Love Is Blind
Moody’s Mood For Love (Teo Licks)
(There Is) No Greater Love
In My Bed

Side C
Take The Box
October Song
What Is It About Men?
Help Yourself

Side D
Amy Amy Amy (Outro)

The Chainsmokers’ Isolated Vocals For “Don’t Let Me Down”

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The Chainsmokers’ Isolated Vocals For “Don’t Let Me Down”

“Don’t Let Me Down” became both the Chainsmokers’ and Daya’s first top-five single on the US Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number three. It also became the Chainsmokers’ second consecutive top 10 entry after “Roses”, which peaked at number six. It reached the top 10 in several countries, including Australia, Austria, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Sweden, and the United Kingdom. A set of remixes for the song, was released on April 15, 2016. A music video for the song was released on April 29, 2016, with appearances from the Chainsmokers and Daya.

The Rolling Stones announce “The Rolling Stones – Steel Wheels Live”

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The Rolling Stones announce “The Rolling Stones – Steel Wheels Live”

The Rolling Stones announce details of their previously unreleased 1989 concert film Steel Wheels Live – Atlantic City, New Jersey. This latest release from the band’s archives via Eagle Rock Entertainment has been restored, remixed and remastered and will be available on multiple formats from September 25.

Additionally, a double A-sided 10” picture disc of “Rock and a Hard Place” (Live from Atlantic City) and “Almost Hear You Sigh” (Live from Tokyo Dome) will be released for Record Store Day’s second drop date of the year, on September 26. This format will be exclusive to independent record stores all over the world.

Their first tour hitting the US since 1981, Steel Wheels was famously one of their longest, and most ambitious, setlists. 2 ½ hours deep, The Rolling Stones not only played their hits, but dared to roll out several new songs from the then-newly released Steel Wheels album. Power-packed renditions of “Terrifying”, “Sad Sad Sad”, “Mixed Emotions”, “Rock and a Hard Place”, and “Can’t Be Seen” sizzle between “Jumping Jack Flash”, “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction”, “You Can’t Always Get What You Want”, and “Gimme Shelter”. This was a statement – The Rolling Stones revisiting their vast body of work while confidently showcasing where they were going and the broad spectrums of music they’ve explored over their career.

“I would hate to come out with something that’s not startling” Mick Jagger stated about the launch of the 1989/90 Steel Wheels Tour. The Rolling Stones delivered on that promise in this Atlantic City Convention Center tour stop in December ‘89.

A highlight of this particular tour stop was the band being joined by special guests: Guns N’ Roses’ Axl Rose and Izzy Stradlin accompany the Stones for the first-ever live performance of “Salt Of The Earth”, from their 1968 Beggars Banquet album. Eric Clapton brings his slow blues burn to “Little Red Rooster”, and joins the Stones in backing up one of their idols, blues legend John Lee Hooker, on “Boogie Chillen”.

All in all, Steel Wheels Live is a living testament to The Rolling Stones’ incomparable live shows.

Steel Wheels Live will be released as a special limited 6-disc version, which includes the Atlantic City performance on DVD, SD-Blu-ray, 2CD, a DVD of their Steel Wheels tour performance at the famed Tokyo Dome, as well as Steel Wheels Rare Reels, a CD featuring tracks which didn’t feature on the core tour setlist. Also available in limited 180gm 4LP coloured vinyl, 4LP black vinyl, DVD, SD Blu-ray, DVD + 2CD, SD Blu-ray + 2CD and digital formats.

VISUAL FORMATS
Intro
Start Me Up
Bitch
Sad Sad Sad
Undercover Of The Night
Harlem Shuffle
Tumbling Dice
Miss You
Terrifying
Ruby Tuesday
Salt Of The Earth (featuring Axl Rose & Izzy Stradlin)
Rock And A Hard Place
Mixed Emotions
Honky Tonk Women
Midnight Rambler
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Little Red Rooster (featuring Eric Clapton)
Boogie Chillen (featuring Eric Clapton & John Lee Hooker)
Can’t Be Seen
Happy
Paint It Black
2,000 Light Years From Home
Sympathy For The Devil
Gimme Shelter
It’s Only Rock n Roll (But I Like It)
Brown Sugar
(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction
Jumpin’ Jack Flash

AUDIO FORMATS
2CD – Tracklist
Intro
Start Me Up
Bitch
Sad Sad Sad
Undercover Of The Night
Harlem Shuffle
Tumbling Dice
Miss You
Terrifying
Ruby Tuesday
Salt Of The Earth (featuring Axl Rose & Izzy Stradlin)
Rock And A Hard Place
Mixed Emotions
Honky Tonk Women
Midnight Rambler
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Little Red Rooster (featuring Eric Clapton)
Boogie Chillen (featuring Eric Clapton & John Lee Hooker)
Can’t Be Seen
Happy
Paint It Black
2,000 Light Years From Home
Sympathy For The Devil
Gimme Shelter
It’s Only Rock n Roll (But I Like It)
Brown Sugar
(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction
Jumpin’ Jack Flash

4LP – Tracklist:
Side A
Intro
Start Me Up
Bitch
Sad Sad Sad
Undercover Of The Night
Harlem Shuffle

Side B
Tumbling Dice
Miss You
Terrifying
Ruby Tuesday

Side C
Salt Of The Earth (featuring Axl Rose & Izzy Stradlin)
Rock And A Hard Place
Mixed Emotions

Side D
Honky Tonk Women
Midnight Rambler

Side E
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Little Red Rooster (featuring Eric Clapton)
Boogie Chillen (featuring Eric Clapton & John Lee Hooker)

Side F
Can’t Be Seen
Happy
Paint It Black

Side G
2,000 Light Years From Home
Sympathy For The Devil
Gimme Shelter

Side H
It’s Only Rock n Roll (But I Like It)
Brown Sugar
(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction
Jumpin’ Jack Flash

Special 6-disc version also includes:
TOKYO DOME DVD – TRACKLIST
Intro
Start Me Up
Bitch
Sad Sad Sad
Harlem Shuffle
Tumbling Dice
Miss You
Ruby Tuesday
Almost Hear You Sigh
Rock And A Hard Place
Mixed Emotions
Honky Tonk Women
Midnight Rambler
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Can’t Be Seen
Happy
Paint It Black
2,000 Light Years From Home
Sympathy For The Devil
Gimme Shelter
It’s Only Rock’n’Roll (But I Like It)
Brown Sugar
(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction
Jumpin’ Jack Flash

STEEL WHEELS RARE REELS CD – TRACKLIST:
Play with Fire (CNE Stadium, Toronto, On 03/09/89)
Dead Flowers (CNE Stadium, Toronto, On 03/09/89)
Almost Hear You Sigh (Wembley Stadium, London 06/07/90)
I Just Want to Make Love to You (Wembley Stadium, London 06/07/90)
Street Fighting Man (Wembley Stadium, London 06/07/90)

Aylmer, ON’s Skate-Rockers MOORE AVE UNDERGROUND Release Punk-Pop Anthem “Beanies and Plaid Jackets”

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Aylmer, ON’s Skate-Rockers MOORE AVE UNDERGROUND Release Punk-Pop Anthem “Beanies and Plaid Jackets”

“We added a pretty rad breakdown and some chanting to make it a fun, Canadian punk rock anthem,” says pop-punk skate-rockers Moore Ave Underground of their new single, “Beanies and Plaid Jackets” — available now.

Intriguing, yes.

But let’s back it up a bit.

First, let’s establish that Moore Ave Underground is made up of Josh, Joseph and Jack Gaudette and Shawn MacDonald.

Then, let’s parse its concept, which is fluid-Ish.

“Moore Ave Underground refers to our family home’s basement,” Josh says. “When I took up music, the basement was already filled with a foosball table, a hockey table, and a bar that no one ever used. We convinced my mom and dad to make some hard choices, and ended up bidding a fond farewell to it all in order to make room for instruments.”

“It became something special,” he continues. “Soon, friends, family and contributors started coming and going and creating. We have witnessed those who never believed their musical ability was possible grow into accomplished performers.

“Today, this is the goal: to provide a platform for talent, and encourage, inspire and see artists of any kinds and all ages realize their potential. For us, the motivation is to offer a window to the world that shows the talents and gifts we are blessed to see and be a part of every day.”

What that ultimately looks like is a lengthy series of single releases — including 2020’s “How You’ve Grown” and “What’s Done” — and a debut EP, 2019’s It’s All in my Head; this month brings us back to that Canadian pop-punk anthem of note, “Beanies and Plaid Jackets.”

“This is actually one of our older tunes,” Josh says. “It was a brainchild of an old band member that was sparked by a joke. The lyrics and ideas he brought to us were hilarious, but we couldn’t find a way to work them into a song. Then, one day we were doing some writing and decided to throw them over some cheesy chords and it was like electricity.

“Words started coming out like wildfire and we were laughing our butts off writing these lyrics about high school stereotypes and joking about clichés.”

“When we were at Beach Road Studios recording this tune, we had a wild time,” Jack says. “Josh lost his voice, there was seemingly a world-ending snow and ice storm outside and, on the final day, we woke up to an emergency alert about a nuclear plant in the area!

“When it came time to record the video, we were all blown away by the mix,” Joseph adds. “Given everything that went on during the recording process, we NEEDED the video to be just as incredible.”

“We came up with this idea to have a ‘Plaid Messiah’ going around, converting potential followers to the ‘way of the plaid,’” Shawn — who also worked his creative magic on the video — shares. “We rounded up our crew, which consisted of close friends and family, and created this rad video that pokes fun at some stereotypes in style and fashion, as well as a controversial event here in our small town.”

Wait.

‘Controversial event’??!?

To see what that means, “Beanies and Plaid Jackets” is available now.

Popcaan Unveils Surprise Fixtape On Unruly / OVO Sound

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Popcaan Unveils Surprise Fixtape On Unruly / OVO Sound

Popcaan has unveiled a new project titled FIXTAPE via Unruly / OVO Sound. The release follows Popcaan’s surprise announcement of the project on socials less than 24 hours ago. FIXTAPE arrives as the dancehall icon caps off Jamaican Independence Day and includes a star-studded lineup, such as the Nineteen85-produced track “TWIST & TURN” featuring Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR. Additional guest appearances include French Montana, Preme, Masicka, Stylo G, Dane Ray, Frahcess One, Tommy Lee, and Jada Kingdom. FIXTAPE continues Popcaan’s historic narrative as one of the most prominent global superstars in the reggae space today. It is also the follow-up to his Vanquish mixtape, which released back in December of 2019 after it was announced that he had signed to OVO Sound.

Jamaica’s Popcaan is an international superstar who has become synonymous with dancehall for the better part of a decade. Having made an impact initially via his association with Vybz Kartel, he went on to become a global sensation and was culturally relevant in the United States by the time he released his debut album, the critically-lauded Where We Come From, which debuted at #2 on Billboard’s Reggae Albums chart in 2014. Popcaan has collaborated with many notable artists, including appearances on high-profile tracks like Jamie xx’s “I Know There’s Gonna Be (Good Times),” Drake’s “Know Yourself,” as well as Gorillaz’ track “Saturnz Barz.” In 2018, he released his acclaimed sophomore full-length album Forever, which also debuted at #2 on Billboard’s Reggae Albums Chart. In 2019, it was announced at Popcaan’s popular Unruly Fest that he signed to OVO Sound.

The 19-track body of work is powered by Popcaan’s potent energy, lyrics, and unique amalgam of genres from hip-hop to dancehall and pop. FIXTAPE is further proof that his cultural appeal spans from the streets to the club.

Popcaan has amassed over 683 million streams and currently has more than half-a-billion YouTube views along with 1.14 million subscribers.

FIXTAPE TRACKLIST
1. CHILL
2. BUZZ
3. FRESH POLO (feat. Stylo G & Dane Ray)
4. TWIST & TURN ft. Drake & PARTYNEXTDOOR
5. MAMAKITA
6. GOODAZ GAL
7. CANARY
8. RAPID
9. UNDA DIRT (feat. Masicka & Tommy Lee)
10. ANY ONE A DEM (feat. Frahcess One)
11. ALL I NEED (feat. Drake)
12. SUH ME LUV IT (feat. Jada Kingdom)
13. BRUCK DI BUDDY
14. MURDA (feat. Preme & French Montana)
15. JEALOUSY
16. FRIENDS LIKE THESE
17. RETRIBUTION
18. BANK AND GOD
19. MY WAY

David Bowie ‘Something in the Air’ live album from Paris 1999 available to stream from August 14

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David Bowie ‘Something in the Air’ live album from Paris 1999 available to stream from August 14

Parlophone Records is proud to announce release details for a previously unreleased David Bowie live album DAVID BOWIE SOMETHING IN THE AIR (LIVE PARIS 99), available to stream from 14th August, and DRIVE-IN SATURDAY (LIVE AT THE ELYSÉE MONTMARTRE, PARIS, 14TH OCTOBER, 1999), available to stream or download audio and video now.

SOMETHING IN THE AIR (LIVE PARIS 99) is a 15-track live album, featuring 12 previously unreleased recordings and three tracks used as B-sides for singles from the ‘hours…’ album. The day of the show was a momentous one for Bowie, as that afternoon he was awarded the Commandeurs of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres, the highest artistic honour that France can bestow.

The Elysee Montmartre performance was one of only seven full shows performed during the promotion of the ‘hours…’ album. For this special limited run of gigs Bowie dug deep into his back catalogue making these shows particularly memorable. Standout tracks include ‘Can’t Help Thinking About Me’ first released in 1966 and not performed live in over 30 years, ‘Word On A Wing’ from Station To Station was reinstated into the set after an absence of 23 years, ‘Drive-In Saturday’ had not been performed since 1974, and ‘hours…’ track ‘Something In The Air’ made it’s live debut at this performance.

SOMETHING IN THE AIR (LIVE PARIS 99) was recorded live at the Elysée Monmartre, mixed by Mark Plati, and features Bowie’s backed by Page Hamilton – guitar, Gail Ann Dorsey – bass, vocals, Mark Plati – guitar, Sterling Campbell – drums, Mike Garson – piano, keyboards, synthesisers and Emm Gryner and Holly Palmer –backing vocals.

DAVID BOWIE – SOMETHING IN THE AIR (LIVE PARIS 99) TRACKLISTING
Life On Mars? (David Bowie)
Thursday’s Child (David Bowie/Reeves Gabrels)
Something In The Air (David Bowie/Reeves Gabrels)
Word On A Wing (David Bowie)
Can’t Help Thinking About Me (David Bowie)
China Girl (David Bowie/Iggy Pop)
Always Crashing In The Same Car (David Bowie)
Survive (David Bowie/Reeves Gabrels)
Drive-In Saturday (David Bowie)
Changes (David Bowie)
Seven (David Bowie/Reeves Gabrels)
Repetition (David Bowie)
I Can’t Read (David Bowie/Reeves Gabrels)
The Pretty Things Are Going To Hell (David Bowie/Reeves Gabrels)
Rebel Rebel (David Bowie)

March For Our Lives & Sankofa Present “Into Action” With John Legend, Usher and More

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March For Our Lives & Sankofa Present “Into Action” With John Legend, Usher and More

Presented by March For Our Lives & Sankofa.org, INTO ACTION is a celebration of community power and cultural resistance that spans August 2020 and brings together hundreds of our nation’s most prolific and talented visual artists, young activists, musicians, poets, policymakers and community leaders. Even as our cities literally smolder and our leadership fails us, we will come together to lift our voices, assert our rights, reclaim our power, and manifest a vision for our future where everyone can live with dignity, freedom, and hope.

Four days of programming streams including panel discussions, live performances, and dynamic community-building activities await. Together we will lift our voices, have brave conversations, face the pain and beauty of the last few years while planning and organizing for the upcoming election.

For those who aren’t registered to vote, they can do so in less than two minutes via March For Our Lives at https://bit.ly/2DwuNCr

INTO ACTION consists of four events which are centered around key social justice moments in August:

• TAKE BLACK THE VOTE (August 6, 2020)

August 6th marks the 55th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. We will kick off the INTO ACTION with a broadcast from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, Atlanta, Milwaukee, Miami, New Orleans, Los Angeles, Washington DC and other locations focused building black political power, mobilizing the vote and honoring the legacy and the ongoing work to address issues of voter suppression and the ongoing battle for voting rights, particularly for the BIPOC community.

In the legacy of the great cultural movement that drove the Voting Rights Act, we will celebrate this day with high profile speakers, thought-provoking panel discussions, intimate interviews, musical performances, spoken word and visual art – mixing the wisdom of our elder organizers with the next generation of leaders taking the reins to fight for justice.
Featuring: John Legend, Stacey Abrams, Common, Philip Agnew, Chuck D, Billy Porter, Christian McBride, Usher, Kendrick Sampson, The Wide Awakes featuring the Blacksmiths, Sweet Honey in the Rock, Mumu Fresh, Ashlee Marie Preston, Leah Daughtry and more.

ART + ACTIVISM (August 7, 2020)
Artists are the tip of the spear of social change. In collaboration with the Kennedy Center, join artists + activists using their talents to build momentum towards lasting change.

OUR VOICE OUR POWER (August 12, 2020)
From climate justice to ending mass incarceration, from gun violence to rising student debt, young people are showing up to face these challenges, showing up to vote and taking the future into our own hands. We will continue to push everyone to be better, to take seriously our legacy and to take on problems you wrote off as insurmountable. On International Youth Day, we bring together young leaders from across the intersecting movements they lead and celebrate the young people who are stepping into power and using their voice to demand justice.

RATIFIED (August 18, 2020)
Black Lives Matter was created by three black women. The climate justice movement is being driven by women. The fight to end mass incarceration and deportation is being driven by women. In fact, women drive social and cultural change – period. Yet, inequity persists. From pay to power, from self-determination to protecting the air we all breathe, we will celebrate the women who continue to drive change in and out of government. We will explore the beautiful struggle of political, organizing, and emotional work that women leaders carry, look back at how much we have achieved, and recommit to changing all that still must evolve.

For complete details, including full list of participants/performers, streaming information, daily schedules, and to register to vote, visit http://into-action.us

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