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April 25, 2020 at 6:18 PM

Today: John Cruz Live From Hawai'i

Today: John Cruz Live From Hawai'i Hi Everyone! You may have seen John Cruz in our Songs Around The World "The Weight" and "All Along the Watchtower," but now you get to experience him live in concert from his home in Hawai'i. #StayhomewithPFC and join u…

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April 22, 2020 at 6:17 PM

This Week at PFC | Live Streams + Viewing Parties

This Week at PFC | Live Streams + Viewing Parties Hello Everyone, This week we're taking a trip from Georgia to Hawai'i and around the world with more than 185 musicians. Check out the live streams we have lined up for you and tune in! L…

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April 18, 2020 at 6:15 PM

Today: Brendan O'Hara Live From Colorado

Today: Brendan O'Hara Live From Colorado #StayhomewithPFC and join us on our YouTube channel TODAY at 1pm PT for a live stream featuring Brendan O'Hara, bringing us an all-original blend of jazzy-blue-folk-pop with a hip-hop flavor! …

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April 17, 2020 at 6:34 PM

Chan Chan | Song Around The World

Chan Chan | Song Around The World Hello Everyone,  This song reached the masses from the Buena Vista Social Club project and I have heard so many variations and versions performed around the world ever since. We decided to create our own version while on…

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April 15, 2020 at 6:15 PM

This Week at PFC | Live Streams + Viewing Parties

This Week at PFC | Live Streams + Viewing Parties Hello Everyone, Check out the live streams we have lined up for you this week. We hope you'll join us! LIVE STREAMS TODAY AT 1PM PT Sophia Scott Live From Nas…

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April 11, 2020 at 6:15 PM

Today: Taimane Live From Hawai'i

Today: Taimane Live From Hawai'i #StayhomewithPFC and join us on our YouTube channel TODAY at 1pm PT for a live stream featuring ukulele virtuoso Taimane!  Join Live Stream Give the gift of…

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April 10, 2020 at 6:19 PM

Mr. Bobby | Afro Fiesta featuring I-Taweh | Live Outside

Mr. Bobby | Afro Fiesta featuring I-Taweh |  Live Outside Hello Everyone,  We hope you enjoy this tribute of Manu Chao's "Mr. Bobby" performed live outside by Afro Fiesta, featuring I-Taweh, Twanguero, and Courtney Diedrick. Turn it up and let the magic …

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April 8, 2020 at 6:01 PM

This Week at PFC | Live Streams + Win a set of Lee Oskar Harmonicas

This Week at PFC | Live Streams + Win a set of Lee Oskar Harmonicas Hello Everyone, Check out the live streams we have lined up for you this week! Tune into our friend Lee Oskar today and enter to win a free set of 4 signed Lee Oskar Harmonicas + 1 limi…

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April 4, 2020 at 6:30 PM

Today: Keb' Mo' Live From Nashville

Today: Keb' Mo' Live From Nashville #StayhomewithPFC and join us on our YouTube channel TODAY at 1pm PT for a live stream featuring Keb' Mo'!  Join Live Stream Help support musicians and ou…

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April 3, 2020 at 4:59 PM

A message from the Playing For Change Foundation

A message from the Playing For Change Foundation Dear PFC Family, We’ve launched a special fund in order to face the COVID-19 crisis as best we can and raise funds that will be allocated to help balance the devastation of this health crisi…

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April 1, 2020 at 6:14 PM

This Week at PFC | Live Streams, Viewing Parties, and More!

This Week at PFC | Live Streams, Viewing Parties, and More! Hello Everyone, We've been working hard to continue bringing you music to uplift your spirits. This week we're happy to be joined by our friends Los Pinguos and the bluesman himself, Keb' Mo'. W…

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April 1, 2020 at 6:00 PM

This Week at PFC | Live Streams, Viewing Parties, and More!

This Week at PFC | Live Streams, Viewing Parties, and More! Hello Everyone, We've been working hard to continue bringing you music to uplift your spirits. This week we're happy to be joined by our friends Los Pinguos and the bluesman himself, Keb' Mo'. W…

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March 30, 2020 at 11:04 PM

Would you like a FREE PFC cap?

Would you like a FREE PFC cap? Why visit the PFC Shop?   Spend $45 USD or more on PFC products and get a Playing For Change cap for free! Keep your head warm or keep off the sun - either way keep representing for the PFC Movement! Available in Olive, Brown…

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March 28, 2020 at 6:15 PM

Today: Join us for a virtual Song Around The World with Clarence Bekker!

Today: Join us for a virtual Song Around The World with Clarence Bekker! Have you ever wanted to be in a Song Around The World video? Tune into our YouTube channel at 1pm PT TODAY for a live stream featuring Clarence Bekker and join him in a virtual Song …

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March 27, 2020 at 6:34 PM

Chanda Mama | 10th Anniversary Song Around The World

Chanda Mama | 10th Anniversary Song Around The World Hello Everyone,  It's hard to believe it's been over 10 years since we first released "Stand By Me," "One Love," "War / No More Trouble," "Don't Worry," and "Chanda Mama" around the world. In celebrati…

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March 25, 2020 at 6:01 PM

This Week | Live Streams, Viewing Parties, and More!

This Week | Live Streams, Viewing Parties, and More! Hello Everyone, We hope all of you are staying safe and are surrounded by your loved ones. Join us this week along with a few of our PFC musician friends for some live music along with a viewing party …

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March 25, 2020 at 2:36 AM

We are a global village

We are a global village WE are a global village. The world is OURS. Come experience the connectivity of humanity through the lens of music in our documentary, Peace Through Music, and enjoy these special offers as you #stayhomewithPFC We CAN and we WILL …

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March 21, 2020 at 7:45 PM

Happening NOW: PFC live stream featuring Afro Fiesta

Happening NOW: PFC live stream featuring Afro Fiesta Hello Everyone, Join us NOW (1pm PST) for a live stream featuring Mermans Mosengo and Jason Tamba of Afro Fiesta! They'll perform a few songs and chat with you LIVE on our YouTube channel. Click the bu…

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March 20, 2020 at 6:19 PM

When The Music Comes Around | PFC Band Live + New Album

When The Music Comes Around | PFC Band Live + New Album Hello Everyone,  We're happy to share this new original song, "When The Music Comes Around," from the Playing For Change Band's in-studio performance at Showlivre in São Paolo, Brazil last year. Get…

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March 18, 2020 at 6:19 PM

Dia Lindo | Dazaranha | Live Outside

Dia Lindo | Dazaranha | Live Outside Hello Everyone,  We are sad to announce that due to ongoing health concerns and to protect the safety of our supporters and band members, we have to postpone our Brazilain tour that was originally scheduled for the en…

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March 17, 2020 at 8:07 PM

Members only live stream: Afro Fiesta

Members only live stream: Afro Fiesta Hello Everyone, Join us this Saturday, March 21st at 1pm PST for a live stream featuring Mermans Mosengo and Jason Tamba of Afro Fiesta! They'll perform a few songs and chat with you LIVE on our YouTube channel. Clic…

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March 13, 2020 at 4:24 PM

Sending you all our love!

Sending you all our love! Hello Everyone,  During these tough times amidst public health concerns, we should unite more than ever. This video of the PFC Band performing "Stand By Me" live in Brazil is a prime example of the beauty that happens when we com…

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March 10, 2020 at 6:00 PM

See it first: Africa Mokili Mobimba | Song Around The World

See it first: Africa Mokili Mobimba | Song Around The World Hello Everyone,  Our next Song Around The World, "Africa Mokili Mobimba," is coming in a few weeks, but we're excited to share it with our PFC members first.  Join us as a member to see the full…

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March 9, 2020 at 9:15 PM

Enjoy Free Shipping Worldwide!

Enjoy Free Shipping Worldwide! Why visit the PFC Shop? FREE shipping on ALL orders over $50 USD (standard shipping within the U.S.) and $70 USD (standard shipping outside the U.S.)     …

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February 28, 2020 at 8:09 PM

Maria | Afro Fiesta | Live Outside

Maria | Afro Fiesta | Live Outside Hello Everyone,  We invite you to enjoy this beautiful Congolese love song, "Maria," performed by Afro Fiesta live in Cape Town, South Africa. Let love rule your heart today and always. Enjoy your weekend! One Love, …

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February 28, 2020 at 12:17 AM

What's the magic number in 2020?

What's the magic number in 2020? 20 Join us at the PFC Shop and receive 20% OFF of the following items. Plus, in celebration of the Playing For Change Band's upcoming tours, receive their Live in Brazil album as a FREE digital download on all orders of $2…

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February 21, 2020 at 8:01 PM

Get your very own talking drum at the PFC Shop!

Get your very own talking drum at the PFC Shop! Hi PFC Family, Mohammed Alidu, founder of the PFCF music school in Tamale, Ghana, is now manufacturing exotic instruments available at the PFC Shop. Check out his story and get your very own talking drum, av…

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February 14, 2020 at 7:06 PM

NEW RELEASE | Mama Africa featuring Andrew Tosh | Song Around The World

NEW RELEASE | Mama Africa featuring Andrew Tosh | Song Around The World Hello Everyone,  In honor of Black History Month, we're excited to share our latest Song Around The World, "Mama Africa." This song was originally written and performed by the late, …

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February 11, 2020 at 7:25 PM

Would you like access to this exclusive content?

Would you like access to this exclusive content? Discover our PFC members portal... Here are just a few of the things you'll find plus new content available weekly. And don't forget, members receive a 25% discount on all purchases at the PFC Shop! …

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January 31, 2020 at 7:20 PM

Turn Your Lights Down Low | Live Outside

Turn Your Lights Down Low | Live Outside Hello Everyone,  We invite you to enjoy this Live Outside video of Mermans Mosengo, Sophia Scott, and Twanguero performing the Bob Marley and the Wailers classic, "Turn Your Lights Down Low." Turn it up, feel the…

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January 30, 2020 at 10:12 PM

Songs Around The World 10th Anniversary Vinyl AVAILABLE NOW!

Songs Around The World 10th Anniversary Vinyl AVAILABLE NOW! Hi PFC Family, We're happy to announce that our Songs Around The World 10th Anniversary Vinyl is now available at the PFC Shop! Featuring classics such as "Stand By Me," "One Love," and "Chanda …

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January 17, 2020 at 7:25 PM

Cora | PFC Band live in Brazil + Member Exclusive

Cora | PFC Band live in Brazil + Member Exclusive Hi Everyone! We’re happy to share this live performance of the Playing For Change Band from their show in Goiânia, Brazil during their most recent tour. “Cora,” an original song written by band member Mer…

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January 7, 2020 at 7:01 PM

Behind The Song with Lukas Nelson

Behind The Song with Lukas Nelson Happy New Year Everyone! In this installment of Behind The Song, Lukas Nelson sits down with PFC co-founder Mark Johnson to discuss the power of music and his experience being a part of our Song Around The World, "The Wei…

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December 31, 2019 at 7:25 PM

Soul Rebel featuring Bunny Wailer and Manu Chao | Song Around The World + Member Exclusive

Soul Rebel featuring Bunny Wailer and Manu Chao | Song Around The World + Member Exclusive Hello Everyone,  We are happy to share with all of you our final Song Around The World of 2019. Bob Marley once said “One good thing about music, when it hits you …

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December 28, 2019 at 2:02 PM

Enjoy Free Shipping Worldwide!

Enjoy Free Shipping Worldwide! Why visit the PFC Shop? FREE shipping on ALL orders over $50 USD (standard shipping within the U.S.) and $70 USD (standard shipping outside the U.S.)     …

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December 23, 2019 at 6:15 PM

The Power of Music

The Power of Music   Today we invite you to enjoy a performance from our music students in Gugulethu, South Africa and learn about how science has demonstrated the benefits of music education for children. Our conviction that music has the power to change…

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December 21, 2019 at 5:01 PM

New upload - Behind The Song: The Weight (Part 2)

New upload - Behind The Song: The Weight (Part 2) Hello Everyone! It was brought to our attention that some of you experienced audio issues while viewing this video. We apologize for any inconvenience and have uploaded a new version for you to enjoy. Than…

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December 20, 2019 at 8:02 PM

Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays! Hello Everyone,   Check out this video of Lee Oskar and Mermans Mosengo visiting Grandpa Elliott at his home in New Orleans to present him with the "Grandpa Elliott Limited Edition Lee Oskar Harmonica." Get it today at the PFC Shop and rec…

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December 17, 2019 at 7:25 PM

Behind The Song: The Weight (Part 2)

Behind The Song: The Weight (Part 2) Hello Everyone! Go "behind the song" with us as producer Sebastian Robertson, discusses making "The Weight" around the world along with featured musicians Lukas Nelson, Marcus King, Sherieta Lewis, Roselyn Williams and…

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December 3, 2019 at 7:01 PM

Music is the key!

Music is the key! Thousands of kids in need around the globe are relying on the Playing for Change Foundation, and you can make the difference for them. Here's a sample of the lives you can impact today: …

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December 2, 2019 at 10:08 PM

Cyber Monday at the PFC Shop! Where it makes a difference

Cyber Monday at the PFC Shop! Where it makes a difference FEATURES & BENEFITS OF THE LEE OSKAR HARMONICA SYSTEM High tech, slide-together, interlocking boxes for carrying convenience and fast, easy indexing. Each tuning is color coded Cov…

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December 2, 2019 at 10:00 PM

Cyber Monday at the PFC Shop! Where it makes a difference

Cyber Monday at the PFC Shop! Where it makes a difference FEATURES & BENEFITS OF THE LEE OSKAR HARMONICA SYSTEM High tech, slide-together, interlocking boxes for carrying convenience and fast, easy indexing. Each tuning is color coded Cov…

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November 29, 2019 at 8:00 PM

Special deals at the PFC Shop!

Special deals at the PFC Shop! MORE SPECIAL OFFERS Up to 20% OFF on our Organic Clothing Collection!   Pre-order our Songs Around The World 10th Anniversary Vinyl and get the full album video digital download Songs Around The World Bundle for FREE!  …

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November 28, 2019 at 9:30 PM

Share Joy this Holiday Season!

Share Joy this Holiday Season! Hello Everybody,   We are extremely grateful for your continued support, love, and encouragement. It is through you that our belief that music has the power to break down boundaries and overcome distances between people rings…

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November 26, 2019 at 8:09 PM

Behind The Song with Robbie Robertson

Behind The Song with Robbie Robertson Hello Everyone! In this member exclusive installment of Behind The Song, PFC co-founder Mark Johnson sits down with Robbie Robertson to talk about his songwriting process, "The Weight," and partnering with Playing For…

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November 19, 2019 at 7:39 PM

Blind Man | PFC Band Live + NEW Grandpa Elliott Harmonica available at the PFC Shop!

Blind Man | PFC Band Live + NEW Grandpa Elliott Harmonica available at the PFC Shop! Hello Everyone! This PFC Band video from our most recent visit to Goiania, Brazil is the comeback of our beloved Grandpa Elliott after being off the road for a while. We …

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November 13, 2019 at 7:44 PM

The River | Citizen Cope | Live Outside

The River | Citizen Cope | Live Outside Hello Everyone! Sending love to you from your PFC family. As we continue celebrating 50 years of "The Weight," today we are happy to share a song featuring an artist who collaborated on Robbie Robertson's latest alb…

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October 30, 2019 at 7:04 PM

Songs Around The World 10th Anniversary Vinyl available now for pre-order!

Songs Around The World 10th Anniversary Vinyl available now for pre-order! Hello Everybody,   We are happy to release the Songs Around The World 10th Anniversary Vinyl. This album captures the beginning of Playing For Change. For seven years, we traveled t…

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October 29, 2019 at 6:24 PM

Behind The Song: The Weight (Part 1)

Behind The Song: The Weight (Part 1) Hello Everyone! In this episode of Behind The Song, we sit down with songwriter and former member of The Band, Robbie Robertson,  and PFC producer Mark Johnson, to talk about "The Weight." Get an inside look at how thi…

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October 26, 2019 at 7:25 PM

Enjoy Free Shipping Worldwide!

Enjoy Free Shipping Worldwide! Why should you visit the PFC Shop? FREE shipping on ALL orders over $50 USD (standard shipping within the U.S.) and $70 USD (standard shipping outside the U.S.)     …

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