i don't see any arrogance in their claims of trying to make peace, these guys are just trying to explain to those who don't understand why we should reach out to criminals, that we are still brothers and sisters with them even though they are hard to forgive, and it probably is one of their public service messages that helps them get arts funding to do this. i don't think they're particularly brilliant in how they express themselves but they seem to be sincere.
i have many mixed emotions on this and i dont think anyone should jump to immediate conclusions .watch it a couple of times and take some time with your thoughts. may they be positive or negative.i understand where micheals coming from i just dont know if i agree with " prison concert peace" thing
I definitely agree that that comment in particular, as well as the entire video, was a tad on the pretentious side. San Quentin is now 'really peaceful' is it? How comforting for those doomed to live there for the rest of their lives. Not to mention, those on their way there right now... And who is to thank for this newfound, wonderful, and everlasting peace? Michael fucking Franti of course... Puh lease! Are there really no sane people left on earth?! Michael fucking Franti, SHEESH!!
It's called Never Too Late by Michael Franti. there's a great video of him speaking at the 2004 RNC and then playing it live. I can send you an MP3 if you'd like.
What I feel is unfortunate is the fact that Micheal Franti and his messages have not yet met the masses. Commercial radio and television spends far too much time embracing much less important, and creative artists.
The world needs positive voices like his. very few artists are truly interested in the world around them. I know very few people who have even heard of Spearhead - that is a travesty.
A "mistake" is probably drinking too much and saying some stupid shit or getting in a fight--not planning a robbery or knowingly hustling drugs that contribute to the degradation of our communities.
if you're concerned about the quality of our communities, it stands to reason that you would thank people for Micheal for helping these people prepare for life on the outside.
Have you listened to Franti's music? The fact that many of the people in there are sick and twisted, which seems to be your point, is one of the very reasons Michael Franti should be in there. If anything, he is going to inspire the negativity and any evil in there to change, or at the worst it will have no effect on them. I too believe that people make mistakes, and if you make a bad mistake you could be sent to that hell hole. Franti can give inspiration for those people for good
San Quentin is not "peaceful" let me tell you, I know that firsthand. "...he cut a guy from ear to ear then cut off his genitals..." Um,what? Yay! Lets play a concert for them and let them know that we are with them and sympathise with their struggles--undermining their victims and the fact that many inmates are constantly manipulating those who sympathise so much with their current situation. They put themselves in there...
alot of people on this earth dont experiance what u guys do in one day.. 2 me its jus amazing 2 see. props! keep doin ur thing guys
we need more people like you in this world who inspire and prove that we can make a difference even where others have no hope bcuz the sun has 2 come out after the rain.
thank you.. u have inspired me 2 do someting that i have put off for a while.. thanks guys
it's all about carrying the message of peace and love and selfless service and kudos to franti and spearhead for doing exactly that.
interesting bit about that fan having a reaction to the show.
I feel like there is very few people that are there that have no hope of becoming more humane, caring and loving and those that aren't may belong to institutions and not jail.
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Beautiful! I am continually inspired by how Michael is able to speak so powerfully and authentically from the heart. All the members of Spearhead are such beautiful Spearits! Thanks for shing your LIGHT and staying human. I'm sending you all HUGS & LOVE. Can you Feeeeeeeeel it!
I'm sure that your message was received by those open to it. Great job in shining a light in dark places!! Hope belongs to humanity, and not only some of us.
nah, the very first song you hear is from older cd, the song is called Till the Break Of Dawn. It's a really good cd, just the same as the other ones.I've been to numerous concerts of theirs and every single time it is a new amazing connection not only with him but all those who pay witness to the wave of love, peace and oneness he creates. I am very grateful that the world has Spearhead.
Oh, I must have been confused as to which song he meant, Yeah Till the Break Of Dawn plays really low at the beginning, but Yell Fire plays pretty loud near the beginning too.
Anyways, Love everything he has done, I have all his work back through The Disposable Heroes.
wow..Franti is truly a revolutionary musician. Shifting hearts and conciousness one performance at a time. The evolution of music as a healing art is changing the world!
i don't see any arrogance in their claims of trying to make peace, these guys are just trying to explain to those who don't understand why we should reach out to criminals, that we are still brothers and sisters with them even though they are hard to forgive, and it probably is one of their public service messages that helps them get arts funding to do this. i don't think they're particularly brilliant in how they express themselves but they seem to be sincere.
jumpygrouch 1 year ago
i have many mixed emotions on this and i dont think anyone should jump to immediate conclusions .watch it a couple of times and take some time with your thoughts. may they be positive or negative.i understand where micheals coming from i just dont know if i agree with " prison concert peace" thing
ummmhuhhh 2 years ago
people questioning his perspective. when was the last time you were inside the walls of san quentin.
saltwatersurfer50 2 years ago 2
michael, your light sure does shine bright and beautiful. thank you!
crawlerbackhoe 3 years ago 3
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DJMuppet339 3 years ago
Michael, you are an inspiration to EVERYONE EVERYWHERE!
seouldave69 3 years ago 7
quote "San Quentin used to be one of America`s most violent prison , now its really peaceful"
7min50sec .
Wake up Franti you big headed bell end .
malcolmeggs 3 years ago
I definitely agree that that comment in particular, as well as the entire video, was a tad on the pretentious side. San Quentin is now 'really peaceful' is it? How comforting for those doomed to live there for the rest of their lives. Not to mention, those on their way there right now... And who is to thank for this newfound, wonderful, and everlasting peace? Michael fucking Franti of course... Puh lease! Are there really no sane people left on earth?! Michael fucking Franti, SHEESH!!
lanstar83 3 years ago
yeah its called "blowing my own trumpet"
malcolmeggs 3 years ago
what was that song starting at 5:20 can someone help me out?
jakeythomas23 3 years ago
It's called Never Too Late by Michael Franti. there's a great video of him speaking at the 2004 RNC and then playing it live. I can send you an MP3 if you'd like.
peace!
Drewboy64 3 years ago
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Drewboy64 3 years ago
yeah so cool man .spread the message ...rrrriiigggghhht !!!
malcolmeggs 3 years ago
why NOT document it? your freaking watching it with the rest of us. no need for ignorance here man. bring it somewhere else
teresa0406 3 years ago 2
up his own arse .why does he not just do what he does .why document it .
malcolmeggs 3 years ago
god bless michael franti and spearhead
stwbryshrtcake 4 years ago
*PROPER
QwietRI0T 4 years ago
What I feel is unfortunate is the fact that Micheal Franti and his messages have not yet met the masses. Commercial radio and television spends far too much time embracing much less important, and creative artists.
The world needs positive voices like his. very few artists are truly interested in the world around them. I know very few people who have even heard of Spearhead - that is a travesty.
jg141 4 years ago 8
A "mistake" is probably drinking too much and saying some stupid shit or getting in a fight--not planning a robbery or knowingly hustling drugs that contribute to the degradation of our communities.
1g2dab1 4 years ago
if you're concerned about the quality of our communities, it stands to reason that you would thank people for Micheal for helping these people prepare for life on the outside.
brandigity 4 years ago
Have you listened to Franti's music? The fact that many of the people in there are sick and twisted, which seems to be your point, is one of the very reasons Michael Franti should be in there. If anything, he is going to inspire the negativity and any evil in there to change, or at the worst it will have no effect on them. I too believe that people make mistakes, and if you make a bad mistake you could be sent to that hell hole. Franti can give inspiration for those people for good
andyferd 4 years ago
San Quentin is not "peaceful" let me tell you, I know that firsthand. "...he cut a guy from ear to ear then cut off his genitals..." Um,what? Yay! Lets play a concert for them and let them know that we are with them and sympathise with their struggles--undermining their victims and the fact that many inmates are constantly manipulating those who sympathise so much with their current situation. They put themselves in there...
1g2dab1 4 years ago
watch the video again. Micheal says right up front that he plays music for healing not for reward or punishment.
brandigity 4 years ago 3
u guys r amazing.. fot all the things do
alot of people on this earth dont experiance what u guys do in one day.. 2 me its jus amazing 2 see. props! keep doin ur thing guys
we need more people like you in this world who inspire and prove that we can make a difference even where others have no hope bcuz the sun has 2 come out after the rain.
thank you.. u have inspired me 2 do someting that i have put off for a while.. thanks guys
masssputo 4 years ago 3
wow
JamJHolmes 4 years ago
your boy made me shed a drop or two right there!
it's all about carrying the message of peace and love and selfless service and kudos to franti and spearhead for doing exactly that.
interesting bit about that fan having a reaction to the show.
I feel like there is very few people that are there that have no hope of becoming more humane, caring and loving and those that aren't may belong to institutions and not jail.
serhadb 4 years ago 4
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kontrariankid 4 years ago
Franti.. I love you!!!
Take care ^^
sraton 4 years ago
Franti... I love you!!!
take care ^^
sraton 4 years ago
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POR FAVOR NÃO LEIA ISTO. Você começará beijado na sexta-feira possível a mais próxima pelo amor de sua vida. O amanhã será o mais melhor dia de sua vida. Entretanto, se você não afixar este comentário ao menos a 3 videos, você morrerá dentro de 2 dias. O copy e cola este, para ser conservado
igorfrem 4 years ago
Thank you for leading us all to see pieces of daily paradise here on Earth, even in places that appear to be Hell.
Fac et Spera. Do and Hope my Friends. Your journey leads and inspires us towards a great future.
BlueMountainBilly 4 years ago
Moving and inspiring! Give thanks and praise!,
Blessings,
Horus
Irievibe7 4 years ago
Beautiful! I am continually inspired by how Michael is able to speak so powerfully and authentically from the heart. All the members of Spearhead are such beautiful Spearits! Thanks for shing your LIGHT and staying human. I'm sending you all HUGS & LOVE. Can you Feeeeeeeeel it!
myheartsingz 4 years ago
You are an amazing person. Thank you for everything! Please come back to Ottawa's Cisco System's Bluesfest next year!
oOHibiscusOPhotosOo 4 years ago
thank you spearhead, love ya'll so PEACE
cathceil 4 years ago
Come back to Dublin! Gread vid!
StephenORegan 4 years ago
I'm sure that your message was received by those open to it. Great job in shining a light in dark places!! Hope belongs to humanity, and not only some of us.
juliact 4 years ago
Loved the Franti concert last night in Calgary! Told this story, really powerful. Thanks Franti for being around!
HazmatB 4 years ago
Franti is a true visionary.
See you in Toronto next week.
Peace Spearits.
ediddy67 4 years ago
Excellent. Love that groove at the beginning... what's it called ? Truly powerful sh*t
7tCinema 4 years ago
Beginning of Yell Fire!
HazmatB 4 years ago
nah, the very first song you hear is from older cd, the song is called Till the Break Of Dawn. It's a really good cd, just the same as the other ones.I've been to numerous concerts of theirs and every single time it is a new amazing connection not only with him but all those who pay witness to the wave of love, peace and oneness he creates. I am very grateful that the world has Spearhead.
BigBlessings and OneLove
bugsmama98 4 years ago
Oh, I must have been confused as to which song he meant, Yeah Till the Break Of Dawn plays really low at the beginning, but Yell Fire plays pretty loud near the beginning too.
Anyways, Love everything he has done, I have all his work back through The Disposable Heroes.
HazmatB 4 years ago
wow..Franti is truly a revolutionary musician. Shifting hearts and conciousness one performance at a time. The evolution of music as a healing art is changing the world!
ecoman1023 4 years ago
first comment I think, Great Cash flashback, sound like a good day for the prisoners
giantgiantgiant 4 years ago