The recently renamed group, Kennesaw State University Peace and Justice Coalition (formerly KSU campus Greens) sponsored our last stop of the week. This group has a great track record of demonstrating commitment to taking action against social injustice in their community and abroad. They also picked my neighborhood coffee shop, Cool Beans Coffee Roasting Company (www.coolbeanscoffeeroasters.com ), yay!
Cool Beans usually closes at 7pm on Sundays but they agreed to stay open till 10pm just cuz we asked real nice. The weather brisk, but not too cold for our only outdoor show of the week.
Amber, the evening’s emcee welcomed everyone to the show and reminded as all why we gathered for the nights events. Amber introduced the evenings first act, Nerd Queen. Before playing a short set she spoke to the crowd about her fathers experience in the Vietnam war. We then heard a short set by Vivian, a gender rights activist.
The evening brought Contraverse’s most energetic performance yet. Dozens of folks danced as they again impressed crowds with their smart lyrics and skillful flow. Following their set I once again spoke to the crowd about why we gather. Our country continues to spend $720 million dollars a day on death in Iraq, $720 million we could
Be spending on fixing our healthcare system, education programs, social security, man made climate crisis, national infrastructure, or a number of other domestic social problems. Once again I had the pleasure of welcoming Doug Ament to the stage to share his experience as a soldier in Iraq. As usual the crowd was deeply affected. Many there approached Doug after his talk to thank him for speaking out. I had several young people tell that the war never felt so real to them as it did after hearing Doug. We encouraged folks to stand with us and take provocative action to end the war.
Bipolar Bears played a rockin’ set and out several loyal fans of theirs to strenthen the crowd. It all ended with another beautiful set by Hope For Agoldensummer. I usually get tired of hearing even bands I like play multiple shows in a short period of time, not the case with HFAGS. I’ve fallen more deeply in love with this band every night!
STAY TUNED FOR UPCOMING STOPS IN MACON AND AUGUSTA!!
Cool Beans usually closes at 7pm on Sundays but they agreed to stay open till 10pm just cuz we asked real nice. The weather brisk, but not too cold for our only outdoor show of the week.
Amber, the evening’s emcee welcomed everyone to the show and reminded as all why we gathered for the nights events. Amber introduced the evenings first act, Nerd Queen. Before playing a short set she spoke to the crowd about her fathers experience in the Vietnam war. We then heard a short set by Vivian, a gender rights activist.
The evening brought Contraverse’s most energetic performance yet. Dozens of folks danced as they again impressed crowds with their smart lyrics and skillful flow. Following their set I once again spoke to the crowd about why we gather. Our country continues to spend $720 million dollars a day on death in Iraq, $720 million we could
Be spending on fixing our healthcare system, education programs, social security, man made climate crisis, national infrastructure, or a number of other domestic social problems. Once again I had the pleasure of welcoming Doug Ament to the stage to share his experience as a soldier in Iraq. As usual the crowd was deeply affected. Many there approached Doug after his talk to thank him for speaking out. I had several young people tell that the war never felt so real to them as it did after hearing Doug. We encouraged folks to stand with us and take provocative action to end the war.
Bipolar Bears played a rockin’ set and out several loyal fans of theirs to strenthen the crowd. It all ended with another beautiful set by Hope For Agoldensummer. I usually get tired of hearing even bands I like play multiple shows in a short period of time, not the case with HFAGS. I’ve fallen more deeply in love with this band every night!
STAY TUNED FOR UPCOMING STOPS IN MACON AND AUGUSTA!!
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This stop was amazing! Thank you for coming to May'retta and playing awesome music. I loved opening for you all!
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