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July 23, 2021 at 4:00 PM

Come As You Are | Song Around The World

Come As You Are | Song Around The World Check out this Nirvana classic! Hello Everyone! We're excited to share this video with you and the world! Join us along with 16 musicians from Hungary, Morocco, the USA, and more, for this global rendition of the N…

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July 22, 2021 at 6:02 PM

Happy birthday Grandpa! | 20% off Lee Oskar harmonica Grandpa Elliott limited edition

Happy birthday Grandpa! | 20% off Lee Oskar harmonica Grandpa Elliott limited edition Hello Everyone!   Just a few days ago Grandpa Elliott turned 77 years old and this is a great opportunity to share your love with this street icon by buying the GRANDPA …

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July 15, 2021 at 4:00 PM

Bring a Music Studio to the Sahara Desert of Morocco

Bring a Music Studio to the Sahara Desert of Morocco Hi PFC Family, We'd like to introduce you to the Joudour Sahara program in M'hamid El Ghizlane, Morocco, a program supported by our partners at the Playing For Change Foundation (PFCF). Come discover …

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July 8, 2021 at 12:59 AM

Mark's Park Episode 3 available now + member exclusive

Mark's Park Episode 3 available now + member exclusive Blues Night featuring Shemekia Copeland Hi Everyone,  Who's ready for some blues? Welcome to the third episode, "Blues Night," from our newest series Mark's Park benefitting Safe Place for Youth. T…

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July 2, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Rain On Sunday | Paula Fuga

Rain On Sunday | Paula Fuga watch now! Hi Everyone, Check out this new Live Outside video featuring Paula Fuga performing in beautiful Pālehua, Hawai'i. "Rain On Sunday," the title track from Paula's newly released album, was inspired by an unexpected d…

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June 29, 2021 at 7:18 PM

Support a great cause and get 25% off!

Support a great cause and get 25% off! Hello Everyone!   Mark’s Park music series features intimate performances by some of our favorite artists from around the world. The next episode is on July 7th and features Shemekia Copeland for blues night. Procee…

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June 23, 2021 at 7:07 PM

Check out our new t-shirts and enjoy free shipping worldwide!

Check out our new t-shirts and enjoy free shipping worldwide! Hello Everyone,    We're excited to launch even more new t-shirts from Bella + Canvas! Featuring a few of our top-rated designs, these shirts are super soft and a perfect fit.  Check them out …

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June 22, 2021 at 5:00 PM

Just for members | Oye Como Va | Song Around The World

Just for members | Oye Como Va | Song Around The World Featuring Carlos Santana, Becky G, and more! Hi Everyone, Listen to how the rhythms of Colombia, Panama, Uruguay, the Congo, Brazil, Haiti, the Kingdom of Bahrain, and the USA unite in perfect harmo…

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June 15, 2021 at 7:12 PM

Nepal handcrafts now back in stock | 15% off

Nepal handcrafts now back in stock | 15% off Namaste, We are happy to announce that we have restocked the PFC Shop with these beautiful items, handcrafted and specially sourced from Nepal. Enjoy a 15% discount on these handcrafts, and remember that your …

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June 14, 2021 at 4:00 PM

Become an ambassador of change!

Become an ambassador of change! Advocate for culture as a right. Advocate for social justice.  Advocate for change.    Join our partner, the Playing For Change Foundation (PFCF), in widening access and cultural opportunitie…

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June 11, 2021 at 6:11 PM

Nepal handcrafts now back in stock | 15% off

Nepal handcrafts now back in stock | 15% off Namaste, We are happy to announce that we have restocked the PFC Shop with these beautiful items, handcrafted and specially sourced from Nepal. Enjoy a 15% discount on these handcrafts, and remember that your …

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June 3, 2021 at 12:45 AM

Mark's Park Episode 2 available now + member exclusive

Mark's Park Episode 2 available now + member exclusive Soul Night featuring War & Pierce Hi Everyone,  Welcome to episode two of our newest series Mark's Park. Filmed in front of a live audience in PFC co-founder/producer Mark Johnson's backyard in V…

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May 28, 2021 at 9:59 PM

Spreading the good vibes | 20% Off Sitewide!

Spreading the good vibes | 20% Off Sitewide! We’ve been working hard to provide you with the best online experience during these hard times and thanks to your support, we’ve been able to make some great improvements. Now, we are happy to be gradually bac…

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May 24, 2021 at 4:34 PM

Bob Dylan tribute: Knockin' on Heaven's Door

Bob Dylan tribute: Knockin' on Heaven's Door Watch now! Hi Everyone,  In honor of Bob Dylan’s 80th birthday today, we’re excited to share this acoustic rendition of his hit song “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door.” This intimate performance features Afro Fiesta …

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May 19, 2021 at 5:59 PM

A new PFC Shop experience is here | New T-Shirts available!

A new PFC Shop experience is here | New T-Shirts available! Playing For Change began as a vision to connect the world through music, and with the support of each of you, this vision has become a reality. It is you who motivates us to work each and every …

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May 14, 2021 at 4:14 PM

By the Sea + Concrete Jungle | Mel Semé

By the Sea + Concrete Jungle | Mel Semé watch now! Hi Everyone, We're excited to share this video of Mel Semé performing his original song, "By the Sea," live outside at the Plaça del Rei in Barcelona. This song was the first song written by David Block …

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May 6, 2021 at 12:59 AM

Mark's Park Episode 1 available now + member exclusive

Mark's Park Episode 1 available now + member exclusive Rumba Night featuring Afro Fiesta Hi Everyone,  One of the things we've learned during this challenging time of uncertainty, social isolation and civil unrest is the true importance of community. Aft…

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April 30, 2021 at 3:59 PM

Iko Iko | Song Around The World

Iko Iko | Song Around The World watch now! Hi Everyone,  We're happy to share our Song Around The World version of the New Orleans classic and Mardi Gras favorite, "Iko Iko." This song features Dr. John in one of his last known recordings, along with the…

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April 28, 2021 at 11:18 PM

Mark's Park: a new music series coming May 5th!

Mark's Park: a new music series coming May 5th! Hi Everyone,  We're excited to announce that our new music series Mark's Park will premiere next Wednesday, May 5th at 6 p.m. PST on the Playing For Change YouTube channel!!! This mo…

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April 20, 2021 at 4:29 PM

Member Exclusive | Deconstructed: Iko Iko

Member Exclusive | Deconstructed: Iko Iko Hi PFC Members, Join PFC producer Mark Johnson as he shows you how instruments such as the beam, the talking drum, and the organ, played by musicians from all over the globe, unite in perfect harmony to create our…

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April 8, 2021 at 5:59 PM

Luke Winslow-King + Roberto Luti Live from Spain

Luke Winslow-King + Roberto Luti Live from Spain With special guests Clarence Bekker, Making Movies, Lanita Smith & Max Gomez Hey Everyone! Our friend Luke Winslow-King and PFC Band member Roberto Luti are reuniting for a special online event, live …

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April 6, 2021 at 4:15 PM

Iko Iko | Song Around The World

Iko Iko | Song Around The World Check out this members only version! Hi Everyone,  We're happy to share our Song Around The World version of the New Orleans classic and Mardi Gras favorite, "Iko Iko." This song features Dr. John in one of his last known …

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March 26, 2021 at 4:15 PM

Miiry | Salif Diarra | Live Outside

Miiry | Salif Diarra | Live Outside Album available now! Hi Everyone,  As we near the end of Women's History Month, we're happy to share a Live Outside performance that's dedicated to all women around the world. Thank you for your unwavering love, suppor…

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March 19, 2021 at 4:14 PM

No Cure | Zoe's Shanghai | Live Outside

No Cure | Zoe's Shanghai | Live Outside Hi Everyone,  We invite you to enjoy the soulful sounds of Zoe’s Shanghai performing their original song “No Cure” live outside in Barcelona. Led by vocalist and guitarist Zoé, the band features Alex on bass, Emerik…

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March 12, 2021 at 4:59 PM

Higher Ground 2020 | Song Around The World

Higher Ground 2020 | Song Around The World Featuring Aloe Blacc, Sheila E., The War and Treaty and more! Hi Everyone,  We released "Higher Ground" on our PFC 2 Songs Around The World album but decided to revamp it for our Peace Through Music event last y…

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February 26, 2021 at 5:00 PM

Barre | Songhoy Blues | Live Outside

Barre | Songhoy Blues | Live Outside Hi Everyone,  As we continue to honor and celebrate Black History, we'd like to share a song and band from the roots of West Africa... This video features Malian blues rock band Songhoy Blues performing "Barre," an or…

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February 16, 2021 at 5:29 PM

Member Exclusive | The Story of the Banjo Documentary

Member Exclusive | The Story of the Banjo Documentary Hi PFC Members,  In this mini-documentary, musician Rhiannon Giddens explores the history of the banjo, a musical instrument with African roots. Learn about the origins of this often misunderstood inst…

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February 13, 2021 at 3:59 PM

"Biko" featuring Peter Gabriel, Angélique Kidjo and more

"Biko" featuring Peter Gabriel, Angélique Kidjo and more 25+ musicians from 7 countries  “You can blow out a candle, but you can't blow out a fire. Once the flames begin to catch, the wind will blow it higher.” – Peter Gabriel, Biko Hi Everyone,  In ho…

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February 5, 2021 at 5:19 PM

Check out this spoken word piece by Alfred Howard

Check out this spoken word piece by Alfred Howard Hi Everyone,  We're proud to present this spoken word poem, "I Love America," written and performed by lyricist Alfred Howard. Inspired by an encounter Alfred had with an audience member after he read a pi…

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February 2, 2021 at 5:14 PM

Member Exclusive | Stand Up for Racial Justice Documentary

Member Exclusive | Stand Up for Racial Justice Documentary Hi Everyone,  This mini-documentary premiered as part of our Peace Through Music event and features musicians, artists and distinguished scholars across the globe coming together to discuss racial…

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January 30, 2021 at 10:18 PM

A new PFC Shop experience is coming | HUGE sitewide sale!

A new PFC Shop experience is coming | HUGE sitewide sale! Playing For Change began as a vision to connect the world through music and with the support of each of you, this vision has become a reality. By being part of this movement you are creating posit…

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January 26, 2021 at 5:30 PM

Exclusive Access | Higher Ground 2020

Exclusive Access | Higher Ground 2020 Hi Everyone,  We released "Higher Ground" on our PFC 2 Songs Around The World album but decided to revamp it for our Peace Through Music event last year. For this 2020 version, we added r&b vocalist Aloe Blacc, wo…

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January 25, 2021 at 9:00 PM

Talking drums are back | 15% off

Talking drums are back | 15% off Hi PFC Family,   We are proud to announce our talking drums are back in stock! Learn more about the rich history of these drums from Mohammed Alidu, founder of the Playing For Change Foundation music school in Tamale, Ghan…

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January 22, 2021 at 5:19 PM

The Times They Are A-Changin'

The Times They Are A-Changin' Hi Everyone,  Written more than 50 years ago, the Bob Dylan classic "The Times They Are A-Changin'" is as relevant today as it was then. We invite you to enjoy this touching rendition performed by Brandi Carlile along with Mi…

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January 20, 2021 at 9:46 PM

This 2021 let's continue spreading peace and hope through music!

This 2021 let's continue spreading peace and hope through music! Hi everyone, In 2020 we premiered Peace Through Music, a global event for social justice, in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund to celebrate the United Nations' 75th annive…

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January 1, 2021 at 7:54 PM

Happy New Year! Enjoy this Song Around The World!

Happy New Year! Enjoy this Song Around The World! Hi Everyone,  We invite you to enjoy this 2020 Song Around The World rendition of "Get Up Stand Up" that premiered during our recent Peace Through Music global event. For this version, we added Skip and Ce…

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December 31, 2020 at 5:27 PM

Ring in the new year with this special treat...

Ring in the new year with this special treat... Check out PFC Band members Mermans Mosengo and Jason Tamba jamming on the Playing For Change Edition Lee Oskar Harmonica, available in three altered tunings, with different notes and scales. Enjoy playing dif…

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December 24, 2020 at 7:19 PM

Happy Holidays! Here's a song for you!

Happy Holidays! Here's a song for you! Hello Everyone, As we bring this year to a close, we want to let each of you know how much we appreciate your continued support. This year has been challenging for many but as long as we stand united in love we will…

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December 23, 2020 at 10:33 PM

There's still time to gift some love!

There's still time to gift some love! There's still time to gift some love! Support independent musicians around the world and spread love to the special people in your life by gifting albums from our PFC Shop. Check out our Songs Around The World digital …

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December 19, 2020 at 6:04 PM

Gifts that keep on giving...

Gifts that keep on giving... This holiday season give a gift that keeps on giving! Gift your loved ones some cool merch from our Peace Through Music collection where all proceeds support organizations striving to eradicate poverty, inequality, and systemic r…

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December 11, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Get a Custom 'Peace Through Music' Gibson Guitar

Get a Custom 'Peace Through Music' Gibson Guitar Hi Everyone, In honor of Human Rights Day and the encore release of Peace Through Music: A Global Event for Social Justice yesterday, Gibson created a special "Peace Through Music” Gibson Dove Acoustic custom…

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December 10, 2020 at 7:00 PM

Join us in celebrating Human Rights Day!

Join us in celebrating Human Rights Day! Join us today at 12pm PST/3pm EST/8pm GMT on the Playing For Change YouTube channel for an encore presentation of Peace Through Music: A Global Event for Social Justice in celebration of Human Rights Day. And don't wo…

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December 8, 2020 at 7:30 PM

Let's STAND UP for Human Rights!

Let's STAND UP for Human Rights! 200+ MUSICIANS UNITE FOR PEACE Hi Everyone! We are proud to announce an encore presentation of Peace Through Music: A Global Event for Social Justice in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund …

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December 1, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Join us today for Peace Through Music!

Join us today for Peace Through Music! A Global Event for Social Justice! Happy GivingTuesday! Join us today on the Playing For Change Facebook Page for our premiere of Peace Thorugh Music: A Global Event for Social Justice, streaming live at 12pm PST/3pm …

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November 30, 2020 at 7:01 PM

We hope you'll join us tomorrow, in the meantime...

We hope you'll join us tomorrow, in the meantime... Africa Mokili Mobimba | New Song Around The World Hi PFC Family, As we gear up for Peace Through Music: A Global Event for Social Justice premiering on our Facebook Page tomorrow, December 1st at 12pm …

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November 27, 2020 at 10:01 PM

Black Friday extended at the PFC Shop!

Black Friday extended at the PFC Shop! Up to 50% off on all items! Music titles from all over the world, including PFC Band lives,  independent musician albums recorded with Playing For Change Records, solo artists and Songs Around The World a…

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November 26, 2020 at 8:00 PM

Show your support! Help us spread peace through music

Show your support! Help us spread peace through music Introducing the Playing For Change Edition Lee Oskar Harmonica, available in three altered tunings, with different notes and scales, so that players can enjoy playing different musical styl…

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November 23, 2020 at 7:01 PM

Drum, sing, dance for social justice on December 1st!

Drum, sing, dance for social justice on December 1st! Featuring Angélique Kidjo, Annie Lennox, Carlos Santana, Peter Gabriel, Yo-Yo Ma & more ON DECEMBER 1st MORE THAN 200 MUSICIANS WILL UNITE TO SPREAD PEACE THROUGH MUSIC In honor o…

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November 19, 2020 at 8:41 PM

PFC Holiday Kickoff! New items available!

PFC Holiday Kickoff! New items available! Hi Everyone, 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 peopl…

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November 9, 2020 at 9:45 PM

New single from Los Pinguos, "Flecha"

New single from Los Pinguos, "Flecha" LOS PINGUOS FLECHA AVAILABLE NOW Check out Los Pinguos' latest single, "Flecha," a beautiful poetic ballad about a love that could have been. Featuring Twanguero on Spanish guitar. …

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