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Thursday, 17 April 2008 |
by KELSEY OHLEGER
Intern Lifestyles Reporter
“This land is mine, this land is free, I’ll do what I want, yet irresponsibly” are the lyrics in the Pearl Jam’s song ‘Do the Evolution.’
As the idea of “Going Green” continues to grow in popularity, environmentally conscious musical artists produce more music promoting Earth-friendly ideas and hosting “green” tours.
Pearl Jam’s music has always included references to the Earth and nature, and other artists have
begun to begin the tradition.
 This Solar-Powered Sound System was all it took to power the Solar Stage. The band Southern Exposure, graduates of the Appropriate Technology program at Appalachian, played on the other side of the stage using only the renewable energy they brought with them. Photo by Derek DeSha
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Jack Johnson’s recent CD “Sleep Through the Static,” released Feb. 8, includes multiple lyrics referring to the environment.
According to billboard.com, Pearl Jam, Neil Young, and Willie Nelson’s music and bio-diesel tour
buses influenced Johnson.
Since Jack Johnson first went green during a 2005 tour, he has sold eco-friendly tour merchandise and
is a contributor in the 1 Percent For The Planet Fund.
Sheryl Crow has also made an effort in the environmental movement.
Last year, she hosted a campus tour to several colleges to promote environmental consciousness to
young adults.
In an interview with Billboard, Crow said she “wants people to be part of a campaign toward leadership,
and vote for people who are environmentally conscious.”
Crow’s songs such as “A Change Will Do You Good,” “Everyday is a Winding Road” and “Soak Up the
Sun” contain lyrics about her love for nature.
Crow will also hold a green concert to begin the Democratic National Convention Aug. 24.
Following the trend of green concerts, this summer’s music and arts festival Bonnaroo is planning to
promote green living this June.
According to the festival’s Web Site, they are using organic cotton t-shirts, biodegradable concession
service items, revolutionary waste management strategies and cleaner fuel options.
All of the festival garbage will be turned into construction material for other concerts and events.
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