PRESS KIT

"It's a show paying tribute to the many strong women who've helped lead protest movements throughout America's history. The songs are inspiring and thrilling. Talking to these talented music professionals was also a real treat.”

"PROTEST reminds us that every one of us has the power to make our voice heard, stand up for what's right, and change the world for the better.”

I saw a concert of PROTEST, billed as "a revolutionary rock opus," back in the fall of 2021, and it was a healing and inspirational experience. We were coming off of a pandemic period with no live performances (during which time I understand the concept was born and developed), plus the tumultuous political and social movements of 2020, and it was such a balm to gather, listen to music, and celebrate women who have stood up to injustice in all areas throughout history. The album has since been released, and it's fantastic and brings back memories of that night. The songs are written by a collection of talented local songwriters, each one telling the story of a different activist, both of today and from history. A lot of them, sad to say, I'd never heard of, so it's not just a celebration but an education, elevating the voices of these women we all should know. Women working for women's rights, LGBTQ rights, civil rights, environmental justice, and more. The concert, and the album, was performed by a lot talented artists from the local theater community (Janely Rodriguez, Kasano Mwanza, Nora Montanez, and Randy Schmeling to name a few) as well from the music scene, making it a great collaboration. The songs vary in musical style, each one the perfect music to highlight that specific activist. The album is a great listen, but the live experience is even better. I remember at several points it turned into a singalong, even though most of us had never heard these songs before. If anything, we need these songs even more in 2024, facing another divisive and tumultuous year. PROTEST reminds us that every one of us has the power to make our voice heard, stand up for what's right, and change the world for the better. - Jill Schafer (Cherry & Spoon)

“Protest, a Revolutionary Rock Opus is powerful, energizing, and informative! It’s the kind of show you want to see with your community – be that your sisters, daughters, mom, friends, or book club.” *Ann Treacy - Mostly MN Music Music Reviewer*

"The songs are written by a collection of talented local songwriters, each one telling the story of a different activist, both of today and from history." - Jill Schafer (Cherry & Spoon)

“The performer’s voices full of meaning and soul carry these messages beyond our minds and into our hearts.” Rob Dunkleberger (Stages of MN Podcast)

“I'm so inspired by those speaking up and speaking out with passion. I found the original songs in PROTEST to be both moving and motivating! "This collection of singer/songwriters have captured the moment in their songs and they, along with a powerful cast of singers and musicians, have absolutely let that moment soar!”

"It's not just a celebration but an education, elevating the voices of these women we all should know. Women working for women's rights, LGBTQ rights, civil rights, environmental justice, and more. - Jill Schafer (Cherry & Spoon)