Cycles of Change

Witchi-Tai-To is a song written by Jim Pepper, a Native American jazz saxophonist and composer of Kaw and Creek heritage. The song gained popularity after being recorded by various artists, including Pepper himself, in the 1960s and 1970s. The title Witchi-Tai-To is a phrase derived from the Native [...]

Michael Franti is an American musician who has made a name for himself as a singer, songwriter, rapper, poet, and social activist. Franti is known for his diverse musical style, blending elements of hip-hop, reggae, rock, folk, and pop. Franti initially gained recognition as a member of the band [...]

Yeha-Noha is a song by the musical project Sacred Spirit, which was created by German musician Claus Zundel, also known as The Fearsome Brave. The song was released in 1994 as part of the album Sacred Spirit: Chants and Dances of the Native Americans. It is a Native American chant-inspired song [...]

Temple of the Dog was a musical project formed in 1990 by members of Soundgarden and Pearl Jam as a tribute to the late Andrew Wood, the lead singer of Mother Love Bone. Hunger Strike is one of their most well-known songs. It features the vocals of Chris Cornell (Soundgarden) and Eddie Vedder [...]

Redemption Song is a powerful anthem by Bob Marley, released in 1980 as a message of liberation that continues to resonate today. Through this track, Marley urges listeners to free themselves from mental slavery and take control of their own minds. The lyrics emphasize that true emancipation begins [...]

Jokerman stands as one of the most enigmatic tracks from Bob Dylan’s 1983 album, Infidels. Known for its dense poetic imagery and cryptic metaphors, the song has invited decades of interpretation from fans and scholars alike. It marks a significant moment in Dylan’s career where he blended his [...]