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Continuing the visionary path created by original Playing for Change, Playing For Change - PFC 2: Songs Around The World brings together musicians from around the world. By filming and recording dozens of musicians from the far corners of the globe, Playing For Change - PFC 2: Songs Around The World exemplifies the ability of music to transcend any barriers and unite the people of the world. Learn more here. |
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Track Listings
| Disc: 1 |
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| 1. Stand By Me |
| 2. One Love |
| 3. War/No More Trouble |
| 4. Biko |
| 5. Don't Worry |
| 6. Talkin' Bout A Revolution - Afro Fiesta (Capetown, South Africa) |
| 7. Better Man - Keb' Mo' (Los Angeles, CA) |
| 8. Chanda Mama |
| 9. Love Rescue Me - The Omagh Community Youth Choir (Omagh, Northern Ireland) |
| 10. A Change Is Gonna Come - Playing For Change Band (New Orleans, LA) |
| Disc: 2 |
| 1. Stand By Me |
| 2. One Love |
| 3. War/No More Trouble |
| 4. Don't Worry |
| 5. Chanda Mama |
| 6. The Playing For Change Foundation |
| 7. Peace Through Music (Feature Film Trailer) |
Editorial Reviews
From the Artist
"The act of playing music with people of different cultures, religions, economics and politics is a powerful statement. It shows that we can find ways of working together and sharing our experiences with one another in a positive way. Music has the power to break down the walls between cultures, to raise the level of human understanding." ~ Mark Johnson, founder, Playing for Change
Product Description
Bill Moyers called it a remarkable example of "the simple yet transformative power of music... to touch something in each of us." Variety acknowledged it as "a great showcase for just what incredible, thoroughly accessible popular music is being made worldwide. Utilizing innovative mobile audio/video techniques, Playing for Change (PFC) records musicians outdoors in cities and townships worldwide. They've travelled from post-Katrina New Orleans to post-apartheid South Africa, from the remote beauty of the Himalayas to the religious diversity of Jerusalem. Their talents are captured in myriad environments: under the sun and beneath the streetlights... in public parks, plazas and promenades... in doorways, on cobblestone streets, amid hilly pueblos. Their performances are subsequently combined in allowing them to collaborate - albeit separated by hundreds, or even thousands, of miles.
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
111 of 114 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I have watched thousands of videos in my life; being in the music business; but I don't believe I have ever been so moved. This CD/DVD is a must buy. The concept from the filmmakers is both original and brilliant. Adding tracks and overdubbing them into one song took a lot of hard work and it was seamless.
Do yourself a favor and buy this CD/DVD. You will not be disappointed. Stand By Me will never sound the same by anyone else again.
Do yourself a favor and buy this CD/DVD. You will not be disappointed. Stand By Me will never sound the same by anyone else again.
80 of 85 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I first became aware of Playing for Change when a friend sent "Stand By Me" the video to me in an email. I was moved from the very first note. Bringing the people of the world together is the key to finding World Peace and I applaud these musicians for taking the first step. Music is the international language and they have done a superb job with the songs on this album. You can not help but be moved to tears on "Stand By Me", Biko and the rest of the music will find a place in your soul and you will feel what it is to be one with the music, and through the music, one with the world. Please Playing for Change, give us more!
59 of 62 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I first learned of Playing For Change when the originator of this brilliant concept was interviewed on Bill Moyers' program several months ago. Two of the songs on this CD were played at that time and I was in love! Now the CD + DVD have been released. I've been able to hear and watch several of the other recorded tracks and been moved and inspired by each. It's a technological marvel with musicians from around the world blending their voices and instruments without ever being together. I have never been more moved or inspired! The musicians, from street players to some who seem to have been classically trained, blend in perfect harmonies and allow me to believe that it is possible that all people could do the same; if we just get together we can feel all right! But if that concept doesn't interest you, just listen for the wonderful music. Peace.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Be Inspired!
From the moment I heard the producer, Mark Johnson, discuss the PFC project and saw the clip, "Stand By Me," I was hooked forever! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Rae Rae
CD with heart
Wonderful CD. Love the concept and the project. Good sound.
It arrived fast, it was brand new, and I'm a happy customer.
It arrived fast, it was brand new, and I'm a happy customer.
Published 3 months ago by JJ
a great trip
a facinating concept with great musical selection. a trip around the world riding american music that begs the question "which has greater global reach? Read more
Published 4 months ago by William W. Christie
My whole family loved it.
I saw this album reviewed a coupe of years ago on CBS Sunday Morning. The whole CD and DVD was terrific. I gave a copy to everyone in my family. They loved it.
Published 4 months ago by anonymos81
good feeling
singing for change lifts the soul great to watch or listen to highly addictive got to sing along with highly recommend this to others to purchase
Published 4 months ago by annie
Wonderful!!!!!!!!
Simply wonderful,wonderful upbeat music.
I can't play it enough.......beautiful to hear, wonderful to watch. Read more
I can't play it enough.......beautiful to hear, wonderful to watch. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Pat Butler
Hold on a minute....
I think the overwhelming amount of 5 star reviews is due to the "idea" or "concept" of this album. From a strictly "musical" standpoint....it leaves alot to be desired. Read more
Published 5 months ago by s. hensley
Excelente adquisicion!
La tercera vez que lo adquiero, vienen a mi casa lo oyen otras personas y se lo he tenido que regalar!...lo mejor en musica desde Bob Marley
Published 6 months ago by Marco T Mogollon S
Playing for change, buy it if you want to start making a change.
Playing for change is cool because it comes with a DVD as well as the CD that I saw on TV. If you've seen this special and enjoyed the wordly music and video's, pick it up, it's... Read more
Published 6 months ago by bouncedoc
Awesome
Great music, excellent DVD. It's fun watching and hearing so many talented people from around the world jam together. Read more
Published 7 months ago by matt
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