Untangling the Reggae from the Weed

Brace yourself. I’m about to say something that is quite unpopular. So here it goes – I’m not a huge fan of the herb. There, I said it. It’s definitely about the control freak in me, but that’s a tangential story.  Read more... (913 words + 3 images)

CD Review: Little Roy, Heat

Little Roy, Heat
[Pharos Records, 2010]
www.pharosrecords.com

It always takes at least a couple of hearings before the individual tracks of a new album start to seep into my brain. So I was surprised when after just a few minutes of only half-listening to Heat I thought, “Hmm, I like that,” and started singing along. Clearly the seeping had already taken place.  Read more... (336 words + 2 images)

Reflections on Tunisia

Mohamed Bouazizi of Tunisia

I personally was thinking that Mr. Bouazizi should receive the Nobel Peace Prize (he will not though – the Nobel Prize committee cannot award prizes posthumously). His action of protest, while self-destructive, forcefully yet peacefully called the world’s attention to the plight of his fellow citizens. His death inspired fellow Tunisians to take to the streets and push their corrupt ruler out of power.  Read more... (277 words + 1 image)

Slideshow: Power to the Peaceful 2010

Gathering of peace, change, and talent

Power to the Peaceful Festival
September 10, 11, 12, 2010

Speedway Meadows, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
September 11, 2010

As the early morning fog lifted, over a thousand yogis saluted the sun and visualized peace, setting up the vibes in the meadow for the glorious day that was to follow.  Read more... (619 words + 57 images)

Slideshow: Anthony B

Anthony B

January 12, 2011
The Independent
San Francisco, California