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Saturday, October 3, 2009
Farm Aid
My hope is that we will see a White Buffalo of change at Farm Aid this year, in which offers more rockers and more global change agents their unique individual rockabeely jam's/ ideas. Mr Neil Young is a perfect example of this. I think each rocker has their own incomparable Americana rocker contribution, if you will. The photo below is Neil contemplating what he would like to say at the press conference 2006, when Farm Aid was attacked for misappropriating funds. I was happy to see Neil Young in person, challenging the reporter who questioned the organizations accurate fiscal accounting. Over 30 million dollars have helped Farms since the conception in 1985. Originally inspired by Bob Glefands World Aid to raise money for starvation in Africa. In the sprit of social contributions. Artist volunteer their time and road float to contribute to this effort on a yearly basis.
Recently while chatting with my elderly father, I learned of my heritage to this great city ( St Louis) of dreams. Come to find out, my great grandfather John Schwiete's had a lead part in building the "Mayors Bridge". For the one's that don't know. this is the bridge that the crew and patron’s come over to find themselves into the great city of St. Louis. The gate way to the west and the mighty Mississippi below. There are so many great stories that derive from these farms along these tributaries, rails and roads. It's such an epicenter of the country.
Pueblo Indians "Black Hawk Battle", In which is know as the largest of the Indian battles. Located East of the Mississippi, could be a inspiring historical inspiration. I think more bands and Global change agents should spend this day battling it out on several more stages and new green corporatism community meetings. Ultimately bringing a better understanding of farmers to the Metropolitan areas and to our urban America areas. More money and education to the farmer will never be a loss. Well maybe next year Willy will invite us all to join us at his place in Texas and we can really delve into the effort over the long weekend.
I myself wish the Obama Family and the entire administration would visit Farm Aid 2009 Direct TV, Whole Foods, and Soy Milk events. Not only as a act of good faith for our Family Farmers, but to embrace the grass roots change that needs to start now. Seeing that this administration is responsible for luring the idea of sustainable agriculture in the mix. President Obama could even introduce the first cap and trade coupon credits to the Farmers. In return potentially off set their practices as being a significant part as a global footprint. Maybe even Offer Hydroseeding gig's to any and all looking for jobs, by having them reseed this great land with( switch grass super bio fuel) one of the few crops that may just save us from our energy crisis. To say we have enough is not only not true, but a fallacy as we are very much "the super market basket" to the worlds grain, soy, and other products. This is where Factory Farm's ultimately have gotten the subsides that have made them such a super power lobbyist.
Just think about it. By President Obama taking the time to understanding and willingness to explain the Dead Zone of the Mississippi, would be brownie points in my book. We have so much to be grateful for. I'm extremely stoked that farm Aid is once again celebrating the united effort, to promote farmers and raise the conscious choices that we have the opportunity to make globally, locally and for our own health.
Besides the last years addition of Jamie Johnson ( you should have seen it in color). I wish a few of the old acts would return like the year "Wide Spread Panic" encored with Dave Matthew's". Some folks you would wish always to be around. Like Merle Haggard with patronage singing of "Rainbow stew". Last year with panache and zeal for life. The long time rocker Jerry Lee Lewis stole the show. This is the the third year that Native Texan Carly White has dazzled the audience with her red river jams. Leon Russell, JJ Cale, and So many others I wish could be a part of this exciting day. A day that touches so many peoples lives, who might not normally go to a concert or even listen to music. A chance to be apart of something bigger and a chance to take pride in the planet we live on. Now that this production is a full on stable for the 101 and TV specials. I think that the stories of the Farmers and the long list of supports like Patch Work Farms, who's Organic Pork is really some of the best I have ever had, would be recognized.
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID=8893039
Recently while chatting with my elderly father, I learned of my heritage to this great city ( St Louis) of dreams. Come to find out, my great grandfather John Schwiete's had a lead part in building the "Mayors Bridge". For the one's that don't know. this is the bridge that the crew and patron’s come over to find themselves into the great city of St. Louis. The gate way to the west and the mighty Mississippi below. There are so many great stories that derive from these farms along these tributaries, rails and roads. It's such an epicenter of the country.
Pueblo Indians "Black Hawk Battle", In which is know as the largest of the Indian battles. Located East of the Mississippi, could be a inspiring historical inspiration. I think more bands and Global change agents should spend this day battling it out on several more stages and new green corporatism community meetings. Ultimately bringing a better understanding of farmers to the Metropolitan areas and to our urban America areas. More money and education to the farmer will never be a loss. Well maybe next year Willy will invite us all to join us at his place in Texas and we can really delve into the effort over the long weekend.
I myself wish the Obama Family and the entire administration would visit Farm Aid 2009 Direct TV, Whole Foods, and Soy Milk events. Not only as a act of good faith for our Family Farmers, but to embrace the grass roots change that needs to start now. Seeing that this administration is responsible for luring the idea of sustainable agriculture in the mix. President Obama could even introduce the first cap and trade coupon credits to the Farmers. In return potentially off set their practices as being a significant part as a global footprint. Maybe even Offer Hydroseeding gig's to any and all looking for jobs, by having them reseed this great land with( switch grass super bio fuel) one of the few crops that may just save us from our energy crisis. To say we have enough is not only not true, but a fallacy as we are very much "the super market basket" to the worlds grain, soy, and other products. This is where Factory Farm's ultimately have gotten the subsides that have made them such a super power lobbyist.
Just think about it. By President Obama taking the time to understanding and willingness to explain the Dead Zone of the Mississippi, would be brownie points in my book. We have so much to be grateful for. I'm extremely stoked that farm Aid is once again celebrating the united effort, to promote farmers and raise the conscious choices that we have the opportunity to make globally, locally and for our own health.
Besides the last years addition of Jamie Johnson ( you should have seen it in color). I wish a few of the old acts would return like the year "Wide Spread Panic" encored with Dave Matthew's". Some folks you would wish always to be around. Like Merle Haggard with patronage singing of "Rainbow stew". Last year with panache and zeal for life. The long time rocker Jerry Lee Lewis stole the show. This is the the third year that Native Texan Carly White has dazzled the audience with her red river jams. Leon Russell, JJ Cale, and So many others I wish could be a part of this exciting day. A day that touches so many peoples lives, who might not normally go to a concert or even listen to music. A chance to be apart of something bigger and a chance to take pride in the planet we live on. Now that this production is a full on stable for the 101 and TV specials. I think that the stories of the Farmers and the long list of supports like Patch Work Farms, who's Organic Pork is really some of the best I have ever had, would be recognized.
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID=8893039
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
The most recent Past
September 18, 2004 Seattle, Washington
The White River Amphitheater on the Muckleshoot Indian Reservation south of Seattle hosted Farm Aid 2004 Presented by Silk Soymilk. Even though theconcert was held in one of the farthest corners of the United States, people pilgrimaged to the show from at least 33 states and Canada. Farm Aid board members Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and Dave Matthews invited Lucinda Williams, Steve Earle, Jerry Lee Lewis, Trick Pony, bluesman Tony Coleman, Blue Merle, Canadian twins Tegan and Sara, Kate Voegle and Kitty Jerry to play on the Farm Aid stage. Farm Aid hosted activities in Seattle's Pike Place Market for 10 days leading up to the concert to celebrate family farm produced food. The main focus was on Farm Aid's Ten Ways Campaign, a public information effort aimed at helping people understand the important link between family farmers and fresh, high quality food.
September 18, 2005 Tinley Park, Illinois
Farm Aid returned to Tinley Park, Illinois for the third time on September 18. A press event launched the day, before 28,000 fans filled the amphitheatre. At the press event Farm Aid recounted 20 years of solid work and announced the release of Farm Aid: A Song for America. The book chronicles 20 years of the Farm Aid music that galvanized the grassroots movement for family farms and good food. Farmers and advocates also tallied Farm Aid's accomplishments, from direct aid to farmers in trouble, to fighting factory farms to building up the good food movement. Concert-goers brought donations of food for Katrina victims. The music on the Farm Aid stage rolled and rocked all day and a happy crowd broke all records purchasing Farm Aid merchandise. The concert concluded a full week of activities from Champaign to Chicago, with farm visits, music and chefs at Chicago's farmers markets, films at the Cultural Center, a tractor parade leading to the County Fair at the Garfield Conservatory, and over 20 restaurants offering their guests a "family farm" menu item.
September 30, 2006 Camden, New Jersey
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Artists performing at Farm Aid 2006 Presented by Silk Soymilk urged the sold-out crowd to buy family farm foods and to support Farm Aid. Farm Aid leads a growing movement that is helping more people gain access to good food. Farm Aid kicked off its annual benefit concert with a press event that featured pioneers in the good food movement. Young farmers and food activists, and a school lunch lady taking on public school food policy, shared a new agriculture vision focused on family farms and sustainable practices being led by today's young people. Farm Aid launched its 2006 concert celebration with events across greater Philadelphia and Camden, NJ that focused on family farm foods. Activities introduced area residents to their local farmers; taught students about the importance of fresh, family farm foods; and gleaned farm vegetables for those in need locally.
September 9, 2007 New York City, New York
Farm Aid 2007: A HOMEGROWN Festival was held at Randall's Island in New York City on September 9, 2007. A crowd of more than 26,000 enjoyed performances by Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and Dave Matthews with Tim Reynolds. Other artists included Gregg Allman, The Allman Brothers Band, Matisyahu, Counting Crows, Guster, The Derek Trucks Band, Warren Haynes, Billy Joe Shaver, Montgomery Gentry, Supersuckers, Pauline Reese, Danielle Evin, The Ditty Bops, Jimmy Sturr, Paula Nelson, 40 Points, and Jesse Lenat. This concert was the first major music event to serve local, organic and family-farm foods at our concessions and backstage. The concessions ingredients were local, organic and/or sourced from family farms. Concert-goers also enjoyed Farm Aid's first HOMEGROWN Village, which offered hands-on interactive experiences with family farmers and sustainable family-farm practices.
September 20, 2008 Mansfield, Massachusetts
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Farm Aid 2008 Presented by Whole Foods Market and Horizon Organic was held at the Comcast Center in Mansfield, Massachusetts on September 20, 2008. Nearly 20,000 fans in the crowd enjoyed performances by Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp and Dave Matthews with Tim Reynolds. Other artists that played included Kenny Chesney, The Pretenders, moe., Arlo Guthrie, Jerry Lee Lewis, Steve Earle, Nation Beat, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, Jakob Dylan and The Gold Mountain Rebels, Danielle Evin, Jamey Johnson, Jesse Lenat, Will Dailey, One Flew South, and The Elms. Once again, local, organic and/or sourced from family farm food was served all around the Comcast Center. The HOMEGROWN Village featured many hands-on interactive demonstrations highlighting the best of family farmers and sustainable family-farm practices.
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