Album Notes

This is a collection of songs by musicians who love their country and believe the US can be a leader for peace in the world. In a time when it's said to be unpatriotic to use the very freedoms we are trying to protect, these women are not afraid to stand up for what they believe in. The songs cover a lot of ground, from kindness and lullabies to guided missiles and the Patriot Act. Some issue a direct challenge for a better America while others invite the listener to imagine peaceful alternatives to our current course of action. Most are recent creations, although a few date back 10-15 years with messages that are still relevant today.

This project came together through a collaboration of musicians and concerned citizens who wanted an alternative to the voices they were hearing in the mainstream press and radio: primarily male voices arguing for pre-emptive attacks and military budget increases. In a time when corporate radio heads banned the Dixie Chicks for exercising their First Amendment rights, this concerned group wondered what other voices were being silenced.

They decided to find those voices and create a way for them to be heard, with the proceeds going to other organizations working for peace. They sent out a call for submissions and received 86 songs from independent artists. The group members donated their time and resources to help make the benefit album a reality, and their spirit of volunteerism has been contagious. Many individuals and businesses donated resources or offered their services at greatly reduced prices to support the cause.

The CD hits the streets on October 7th, 2003 and will be available nationally at many retail locations around the US as well as on the web. Order the CD today!

Thanks go out to all of the artists who contributed songs to this album- your words and music are opening hearts and minds. Thank you for singing about peace.

Also, thank you to all of the committee members who volunteered countless hours: Grace Hanson, Lyungai Mbilinyi, Caryn Mohr, Robyn Shultz, Melissa Tangye, Eric Tell, David Weeks. This couldn't have happened without you! Thank you also to the musicians who performed at the fundraising events and to everyone who attended.

Extra special thanks to all of the people and businesses who provided services free of charge or at a discounted rate: Bruce Barielle, Peppermint Records, Noiseland Industries, Meghan Dewar, Andrea Elder and Robert Neureither of Sketchie Design, and Dan Satorius of Abdo, Abdo, Broady & Satorius, P.A.

And finally, thank you to everyone working for peace. This album is for you.