News Archives: 2016

Jackson Browne, Bonnie Raitt, Jason Mraz and Joel Rafael Donate Over $85k to Standing Rock

Jackson Browne, Bonnie Raitt, Jason Mraz, Joel Rafael and John Trudell’s Bad Dog donated over $85k to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe this week from proceeds and donations from their November 27 benefit concert at the Prairie Knights Pavilion in Fort Yates, ND, seven miles from Oceti Sakowin Camp.

The benefit concert sold over 1,500 tickets to the general public and provided 800 free tickets to the Standing Rock community and water protectors. In addition to the money raised for the Tribe, Browne, Raitt and Rafael spent the day before the show at the Oceti Sakowin camp, donating over 500 blankets to those staying for the winter.

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“What an incredible honor it was to get to experience the powerful coming together of so many thousands united in spirit and commitment to nonviolence, to protect the water and sacred sites,” said Raitt in a press release.

“Arriving at the Oceti Sakowin Camp, with tipis, yurts and campers stretched as far as the eye could see, remains one of my life’s most memorable experiences. Meeting with the tribal elders, taking part in sacred ceremonies, witnessing the incredible work and coordination to provide food, sanitation, security, schooling, medical care and spiritual sustenance to those thousands who have been in the camps and on the line since the summer was incredible. I was filled with such great respect and admiration,” Raitt said.

“We hope the decision to halt construction will prevail in the New Year, but I know the people taking a stand there will continue their fight. We are committed to moving away from our dependence on fossil fuels and into a safer, more job-intensive green energy future. In the meantime, the resilience, strength and courage of all those at Standing Rock will continue to inspire my commitment to nonviolence and the power of people coming together to impact social change,” she said.

“I was called to Standing Rock because of the social and environmental injustices occurring there,” said Mraz in the release. “And because art has the power to open hearts and drive a movement, I couldn’t sit home in silence and allow American History to keep repeating itself. I felt it was time for me to become an ally; to shine a light on the situation and help build a new legacy for indigenous people.

“My first view of the tipis, tents, banners and flags in the 9000 plus gathering of tribes and others from all over the world took my breath away,” said Rafael. “My heart is filled with a renewed commitment to and confirmation of our human rights and our spiritual connection to the earth. My respect and appreciation goes to Jackson Browne and his management team for bringing us all together to encourage the Water Protectors, bring attention to the need to stop the DAPL, and to support the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe.”

Jason Mraz and Joel Rafael also debuted their new song “Strong” at the benefit concert.

To contribute to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, or for more information please visit:

www.standwithstandingrock.netwww.standingrock.org and www.rezpectourwater.com.

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Jackson Browne Announces Additional Royal Albert Hall Concert During His June 2017 Tour

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Jackson will perform June Tour in Ireland, Scotland and UK with his full band

Singer-songwriter Jackson Browne announces a second Royal Albert Hall show in London, UK during his full band June 2017 tour of Ireland, Scotland and England. The tour begins on June 12 at Vicar Street in Dublin, Ireland for four (4) nights, and includes two (2) Royal Albert Hall shows in London, England (June 24 & 25). Tickets for the newly announced Royal Albert Hall show (June 24) go on sale December 14 at 9 AM (GMT) through www.BookingsDirect.com.

Accompanying Jackson on the road this June are longtime bandmates Val McCallum (guitar), Mauricio Lewak (Drums), Jeff Young (keyboards), Bob Glaub (bass), Alethea Mills (Vocals) and the acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Greg Leisz (guitar, lap steel, pedal steel).

2017 JACKSON BROWNE Full Band Tour Dates:

JUNE
12 – Vicar Street, Dublin, Ireland
13 – Vicar Street, Dublin, Ireland
15 – Vicar Street, Dublin, Ireland
16 – Vicar Street, Dublin, Ireland
18 – Festival Theatre, Edinburgh, Scotland
19 – Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow, Scotland
21 – Sage Gateshead, Gateshead, England
24 – Royal Albert Hall, London, England *just announced
25 – Royal Albert Hall, London, England
27 – Symphony Hall, Birmingham, England
29 – Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool, England
30 – Bridgewater Hall, Manchester, England

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Tell President Obama: Declare Standing Rock a national monument. #NoDAPL

The standoff to stop the Dakota Access pipeline is reaching a fever pitch, and this may be our last chance to halt construction before Donald Trump takes office.

Militarized law enforcement and private security firms are harassing, assaulting and jailing hundreds of non-violent protesters who are fighting for indigenous rights and to curb climate change. They are arresting journalists for doing their constitutionally-protected jobs and attacking non-violent water protectors with tear gas, concussion grenades, rubber bullets and water cannons. And now, North Dakota’s governor has issued an evacuation order for the protest area, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has told protesters to leave by Dec. 5 or face criminal charges.1,2

President Obama can end this standoff now — before Donald Trump closes in on the White House – by declaring Standing Rock a national monument, forever protecting its cultural sites and halting the Dakota Access pipeline’s construction once and for all.

Tell President Obama: Declare Standing Rock a national monument, and stop the Dakota Access pipeline.

Without decisive action by President Obama before his term expires, it is all but certain that Donald Trump’s administration will allow pipeline construction to continue. During the campaign, Trump “vowed to ‘unleash’ unfettered production of oil and gas,” and his potential energy secretary picks are extremely close to the fossil fuel industry. 3

Making matters worse, Trump reportedly owns stock in Energy Transfer Partners, the primary developers behind the multi-billion dollar pipeline construction, and in Phillips 66, which owns a quarter share of the project.4

The push for a Standing Rock national monument is picking up steam and has the backing of progressive powerhouse Sen. Bernie Sanders. In a recent speech to #NoDAPL activists in front of the White House, Sen. Sanders called on President Obama to stop construction of the pipeline by whatever means necessary, saying “to President Obama, in any way that you can: stop the pipeline. And if there are other approaches, such as declaring Standing Rock a Federal Monument, let’s do that.”5

This is our last best shot to stop the Dakota Access pipeline once and for all. President Obama has a chance to do right by the indigenous community, environmentalists and the American people. By declaring Standing Rock a national monument, he can help stop the violence against indigenous people, slow runaway climate change, protect sacred Native sites and drinking water and stop Trump from profiting from this dangerous pipeline.

Tell President Obama: Declare Standing Rock a national monument, and stop the Dakota Access pipeline.

Thanks for all you do.

References

  1. Dana Farrington, “N.D. Governor Issues Evacuation Order For Pipeline Protest Area,” National Public Radio, Nov. 28, 2016.
  2. Doualy Xaykaothao, “With camp set to close, protesters resolve to fight Dakota Access Pipeline,” MPR News, Nov. 28, 2016.
  3. Matthew Daly, “Oil pipeline: Trump’s stock in company raises concern,” Associated Press, Nov. 25, 2016.
  4. Ibid.
  5. Sydney Robinson, “Bernie Joins NoDAPL Protests And Urges Unique Solution: President Obama Should Declare Standing Rock National Monument,” The Ring of Fire Network, Nov. 16, 2016.
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Jackson Browne Announces April 2017 (Pretty Much) Somewhat Acoustic Tour

Dates in the Northeast and Canada will feature multi-intrumentalist Greg Leisz, and sister and brother singer-songwriters Sara and Sean Watkins

Singer-songwriter Jackson Browne announces a Northeast and Canadian acoustic tour in April 2017. The tour begins April 5 in Hershey, PA and ends April 27 in Vancouver, Canada. Advance ticket, Guacamole Fund Benefit Seat, and VIP Package sales begin Wednesday at 10 am local.

Performing with Jackson Browne on the Northeast and Canadian somewhat acoustic tour is multi-instrumentalist and band member Greg Leisz. On select (pretty much) acoustic dates, singer-songwriters Sara and Sean Watkins will be joining Jackson Browne.

2017 JACKSON BROWNE Acoustic Tour Dates:

*featuring Greg Leisz
**featuring Greg Leisz, Sara and Sean Watkins
^featuring Sara and Sean Watkins

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5Hershey TheatreHershey, PA*
6New Jersey Perf. Arts CenterNewark, NJ*
8State TheatreIthaca, NY*
9Palace TheatreAlbany, NY*
12St. George TheatreStaten Island, NY**
13Hanover TheatreWorcester, MA^
15Theatre MaisonneauveMontreal, QB^
17Centre in the SquareKitchener, QB^
18Hamilton Place TheatreHamilton, ON^
20Colosseum at CaesarsWindsor Windsor, ON^
22Burton Cummings TheatreWinnipeg, MB^
24Winspear Center for MusicEdmonton, AB*
25Jack Singer Concert HallCalgary, AB*
27The Centre in Vancouver for Perf. ArtsVancouver, BC*
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Jason Mraz Joins Jackson Browne And Bonnie Raitt For A Benefit Concert At Standing Rock To Stand In Solidarity With Standing Rock

To Stand In Solidarity With Standing Rock #NoDAPL #WaterIsLife

The concert is scheduled for Sunday, November 27, 2016 at Prairie Knights Pavilion in Fort Yates, ND, seven miles from Oceti Sakowin Camp.

#standwithstandingrock #standingrock #rezpectourwater #NoDAPL #WaterIsLife

The concert is scheduled for Sunday, November 27, 2016 at Prairie Knights Pavilion in Fort Yates, ND, seven miles from Oceti Sakowin Camp

Standing Rock Sioux Reservation, North Dakota, November 10, 2016: Jason Mraz joins Jackson Browne, Bonnie Raitt along with Joel Rafael, and the late John Trudell’s band Bad Dog for a benefit concert on Sunday, November 27 for the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe. The concert will be held at Prairie Knights Pavilion in Fort Yates, ND.  Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased thru StarTickets by phone 800-585-3737, or online http://www.startickets.com/events/item/stand-in-solidarity-with-standing-rock

The concert is free for the Standing Rock community and Water Protectors. Next week, cards will be distributed to the Water Protectors in the camps and Standing Rock community that can be exchanged for complimentary tickets at the Casino box office. All gross proceeds from the concert public ticket sales will benefit the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in their efforts to halt the Dakota Access Pipeline and prepare the camps for winter.

“Just as we give thanks for our good fortune and the bounty of our lives as Americans, let us thank the Native people who are gathered here at Standing Rock to protect the natural world and defend our place in it,” said Jackson Browne.

“I’m proud to be standing in support of the courageous and dedicated Water Protectors at Standing Rock. This movement is growing by the day with solidarity actions happening around the country, yet the media isn’t covering it nearly enough. Our hope is that this concert will help bring more awareness and media attention to the issues being raised at Standing Rock, and to put pressure on The Obama Administration to halt construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline until protection of sacred sites is ensured,” said Bonnie Raitt.

“This is a national emergency for both human rights and environmental protection. It is a call to peacefully demonstrate a need for compassion, new listening, and new technologies,” said Jason Mraz.

“As the struggle for human rights continues, thousands of people have gathered on the plains of North Dakota. In a time when we all must learn to better respect and honor the Earth, the Water Protectors are leading the way. I am proud to support the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in their effort to halt the DAPL, and I urge President Obama to do everything in his power to help accomplish that,” said Joel Rafael.

Those who can travel to North Dakota are invited to Stand in Solidarity with Standing Rock on Sunday, November 27, 2016 at Prairie Knights Pavilion at 6:30 PM.  

For more information, and to contribute, please visit the Standing Sioux Rock Tribe websites at www.standingrock.org and www.rezpectourwater.comPurchase Tickets Here

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Jackson Browne and Steve Earle Announce Solo Acoustic Show for California Proposition – Yes On 62 – Repeal The Death Penalty

The benefit show at the Balboa Theatre in San Diego on October 24 is Paid for by Volunteers for Yes on 62

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Singer Songwriters Jackson Browne and Steve Earle will join forces on Monday, October 24 at the Balboa Theatre in San Diego, CA for an acoustic show to support YES on 62 – Repeal the Death Penalty.  Tickets go on sale Friday, September 23 at 10:00 AM at all Ticketmaster locations.  

This special benefit concert is paid for by Volunteers for Yes on 62. YES on California Proposition 62 would repeal the state death penalty and replace the maximum punishment for murder with life in prison without possibility of parole. It would apply retroactively to those already sentenced to death. Under Prop 62, the death penalty will be replaced with a strict life sentence. Those convicted of the worst crimes will NEVER be released. Instead of being housed in expensive private cells on death row, murderers will be kept with other maximum-security inmates.

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Jackson Browne and Peter Case Announce Solo Acoustic Show for California Proposition – Yes On 62 – Repeal The Death Penalty

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The benefit show at the Crest Theatre in Sacramento on October 26 is Paid for by Volunteers for Yes on 62y

Singer Songwriters Jackson Browne and Peter Case will join forces on Wednesday, October 26 at the Crest Theatre in Sacramento, CA for an acoustic show to support YES on 62 – Repeal the Death Penalty.  Tickets go on sale Friday, October 7 at 10:00 AM through Ticketfly.

This special benefit concert is paid for by Volunteers for Yes on 62. YES on California Proposition 62 would repeal the state death penalty and replace the maximum punishment for murder with life in prison without possibility of parole. It would apply retroactively to those already sentenced to death. Under Prop 62, the death penalty will be replaced with a strict life sentence. Those convicted of the worst crimes will NEVER be released. Instead of being housed in expensive private cells on death row, murderers will be kept with other maximum-security inmates.

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Tal Wilkenfeld on Tour

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My good friend Tal Wilkenfeld is about to start a string of dates, one of which is opening up for the Who at the Santa Barbara bowl.

You may know her as the astonishing bassist who has played with Jeff Beck, Herbie Hancock, but I invite you to discover her as a fine singer and songwriter!

Check out Haunted Love and One Thing After Another!

Here’s a link to her tour info.

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Jackson Browne Joins Little Feat and the Midnight Ramble Band in Jamaica

“Jamaica Say You Will” – This just about says it all, doesn’t it.

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In a fortuitous turn of events, Bill was in San Diego enjoying a day off from touring with the Doobie Brothers, when he decided to drop by and visit his old friend Jackson Browne, who also happened to be in town performing. As the conversation went along Jackson recalled that awhile back we had mentioned the idea of him joining in the fun while we were in Jamaica, to which Billy inquired, “Well, if you don’t have any plans this January, why don’t you come on down?” Never one to shy away from a good time, this struck a chord with Jackson and he responded with an enthusiastic, ” That sounds awesome, I want to do this!”

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As a result of that conversation, we are thrilled to be able to share with you that Jackson Browne, along with Greg Leisz, the acclaimed multi-instrumentalist from his band, will be joining us for the 15th Annual Feat Camp in Runaway Bay, Jamaica, January 9-13, 2017. Jackson and Greg will perform two acoustic shows as well as sitting in and generally stirring up the pot in the best way possible.

It bears repeating that Jackson and Little Feat are branches of the same family tree that grew from the LA music scene of the 70’s. They played shows together, played on each other’s records and have known each other for so long that this upcoming Feat Camp is now truly reminiscent of a family reunion, albeit in the best sense. In that same vein, what you may not know is that Jackson shares a similar connection with Larry and Theresa. Not too long ago Jackson went to Woodstock and played a Ramble and he saw first hand what an amazing scene was going on there. Soon after he was there, he invited Larry and Theresa to tour with him and had them join his band and open some shows. If you were lucky enough to have attended one of these shows you know how special they were. It appears that the branches that sprung from LA now extend all the way to Upstate New York. The musical possibilities that could emerge as a result of this gathering are tantalizing indeed!

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Indian Country: Singer Songwriter Jackson Browne Makes Statement Regarding The Dakota Access Pipeline

Editor’s note: Jackson Browne has stood in solidarity with Native peoples protecting their lands, water and lifeways for more than 37 years. His work to support Native-led efforts to protect the Earth began in 1979 when he came to the Black Hills and Four Corners area to help stop uranium mining. Through the decades, he has lent his voice, his talent, his time and his fame to raise awareness and funds for Native communities working for a safe and healthy future for us all. Thank you, Jackson, for continuing your stand and for supporting the resistance at Standing Rock.

“I met Kelcy Warren on one occasion, when I played at the Cherokee Creek Music Festival, held at his ranch. Later his company, Music Road Records, produced an album of my songs. Though I was honored by the “tribute” and think highly of the versions – which were done by some of my favorite singers and songwriters, I had nothing to do with producing the recordings or deciding who would be on it.

I do not support the Dakota Access Pipeline. I will be donating all of the money I have received from this album to date, and any money received in the future, to the tribes who are opposing the pipeline.

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I did not know anything about Kelcy Warren’s other business as the production of this album went forward. Although as a music publisher there is no legal way to deny permission to a record company to cover a song that has been previously published, I could have dissuaded the artists from appearing on this record had I known. I routinely vet the companies who ask me to perform for them. I do not play for oil interests. I do not play for companies who defile nature, or companies who attack demonstrators with trained attack dogs and pepper spray. The list of companies I have denied the use of my music is long. I certainly would not have allowed my songs to be recorded by a record company whose owner’s other business does what Energy Transfer Partners is allegedly doing – threatening the water supply and the sacred sites of indigenous people.

I intend to support public resistance to the Dakota Access Pipeline as much as I can.

To quote a song of mine:

“Which side?”

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