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Michael, who hails from Oakland, California originally and actually went to my own high school in San Francisco, Lick-Wilmerding High, is of African, American Indian, French, German and Irish descent and writes music that is a mix of hip hop, reggae, jazz, rock and folk, not to mention a few other influences. Well known as a social activist for peace and justice, in 2004 he travelled to Baghdad in Iraq, Israel, the West Bank, and the Gaza Strip to witness for peace and humanity, later producing a movie about his experiences called “I Know I’m Not Alone”.
To return to the Lower Ninth Ward concert, here is one video in which he recounts the really heroic story of the rebuilding of MLK despite the obstructions of authorities:
And here is a YouTube playlist I put together of Franti’s very cool concert: click here. The playlist should cycle automatically. You are encouraged to jump up and down all you want with the audience.
Felice Navidad!
