DJ COME OF AGE: Downloads For Dollars Vol 1

DJ Come of Age

Downloads For Dollars Vol 1

© 2006 DJ Consortium (634479433658)

DJ Come of Age partners with Coffee Kids.org. Beautiful music supporting causes we believe in.

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The advent of digital downloading has created a vast medium for musicians to sell their music to the world. Modern technology has made it possible for independent artists to promote cds to fans all over the globe. Community websites such as Myspace, Hi5,etc., couple with internet radio and popular podcasts to bring beautiful music to the masses.

In the wake of the Hurricane Katrina disaster, many musicians donated proceeds from album sales to victims of this catastrophe. The healing power of music came to the forefront to help those in need. The sincerity of collective artistic efforts was duly noted. What effect would music have on society if it were continually used to garner attention for the less fortunate? In a digital society, shouldn’t digital sales play a major role in fundraising?

We are pleased to announce the launch of our new program “Downloads for Dollars”! A revolutionary idea, it partners stellar independent musicians with established non-profit organizations . The program has a dual purpose (1) Give deserving artists much needed recognition and a viable outlet to sell their music (2) Provide a continuous opportunity for non-profit organizations to raise money for their stated aims.

COFFEE KIDS has helped thousands of children, women, and men in coffee-producing regions in Mexico and Central America to improve the quality of their lives and build more sustainable communities. Founded by coffee roaster Bill Fishbein in 1988, Coffee Kids is an international nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Their staff works with local non-governmental community organizations in Latin America to create education, health-care, training, and microenterprise programs for coffee farmers and their families. Their projects respect the cultural integrity of our local partners, foster independence, and promote long-term self-sufficiency.

What is Coffee Kids’ mission?
To improve the quality of life for children and families who live in coffee-growing communities around the world.

Who founded Coffee Kids and when?
Coffee Kids was founded in 1988 by Bill Fishbein, the owner of Coffee Exchange, a specialty coffee roaster and retailer in Providence, RI. That year, Bill had traveled to Guatemala and saw first-hand the connection between coffee farming and poverty. He created Coffee Kids as a way for coffee businesses and coffee consumers to give something back to the families who grow coffee.

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  • Amazing idea!
    author: Sharon Harris

    I found your page while browsing. When I read about this project, it just seemed like an amazing idea. I don't know what's better about it all. The artists and this great music or the fact that my downloads are helping such a wonderful cause. My hat is off to you. I'm getting my copy now. Much love and support. Ms. Sharon Harris Brooklyn, New York

  • Great CD!!!!
    author: Keisha

    This CD is an excellent CD filled with great Soul artist!! It's for a great cause as well, so it's definitely a must have! Applause!

  • Simply Amazing
    author: Thierry Holweck

    There is a reason we named it Volume One! "It is safe to say that with this one venture, DJ COA has rewritten the annals on both music promotion and charitable fundraising." Thierry Holweck on Downloads For Dollars

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