2009-05-11
In 2003, a group of about a dozen local artists came together to raise money for the Grand Rapids Public Schools through the release of a compilation album which was called “Standing Together.” Now, six years later, “Standing Together 2009,” a 17-track compilation featuring nationally known and locally known artists aims to raise more support for the same cause. Released on February 11, 2009 at a community gathering by Mackinaw Harvest Music Group and One World Music, the release was made available at Meijer stores and even at a handful of West Michigan McDonald’s restaurants. The compilation features an eclectic selection of talented musicians ranging from the Verve’s Brian VanderArk to Grand Rapids’s own Ralston Bowles.Melissa Ferrick
The Other Side
AMANDA SHIRES
Carrying Lightning
JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE
The Good Life
Todd Snider
Peace, Love and Anarchy (Rarities, B-Sides and Demos, Vol. 1)
JOHN DRISKELL HOPKINS AND BALSAM RANGE
Daylight
Natalie Merchant
The House Carpenter's DaughterThe House Carpenter's Daughter
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