Juneteenth, Freedom Day celebration at Roots Music Project - Free Show!

Schedule

Wed Jun 19 2024 at 06:30 pm

Location

4747 Pearl,Suite V3A,Boulder,80301,US | Boulder, CO

Juneteenth at Roots Music Project! A night of soul-stirring conversation, music and powerful performances celebrating freedom. Experience the talents of Rex Peoples and Xfactr, Jack Hadley, Wellington Bullings, Kid Astronaut, as we honor this historic milestone.
Hosted by Denver jazz radio host, Rodney Franks..
Juneteenth derives its name from June 19, 1865, the day that U.S. General Gordon Granger informed the enslaved individuals of Galveston, Texas, that they were officially free. Issued two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, Granger’s decree marked the end of slavery in the rebellious Confederate states. The Emancipation Proclamation officially declared more than three million enslaved people living in the Confederate states to be free.
There were slaveowners in Texas who were aware of the new law, but it wasn’t until the arrival of the Union Army in Texas in 1865 that African Americans knew they were free. The end of the Civil War and the passage of the 13th Amendment finally slavery in the United States. The murder of George Floyd in 2020 was the impetus for June 19th becoming a federal holiday in 2021. It was signed into law by President Biden.
Today, Juneteenth is celebrated across the nation with prayer and religious services, and festivals with music, food and dancing. It is also celebrated in a number of countries outside of the United States to honor the culture, resilience and achievement of African Americans.Join us for an insightful and engaging discussion commemorating Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated event marking the end of slavery in the United States.
Rodney Franks, the beloved jazz radio host, will moderate a distinguished panel exploring the significance and history of this important holiday.
Rodney Franks:
Rodney Franks is a well-known jazz radio host based in Denver, Colorado.
Kid Astronaut:
Enter the limitless world of Kid Astronaut, a musical visionary transcending genres with influences from R&B icons Usher, Erykah Badu, and D'Angelo, blended seamlessly with the raw energy of Hip-Hop and Punk. Kid Astronaut's music isn't just a sound; it's a vibe.Step into the cosmic narrative as Kid Astronaut invites you to join The Aliens—a global community where music is the catalyst for a movement. The mission? Holistic well-being, spiritual reflection, and social change.
https://www.facebook.com/kidastronaut
Wellington Bullings:
Wellington Bullings adds a soulful touch to everything she sings. Her music is a balance of classic soul, R&B, and Jazz. With a rich sultry voice and a natural elegance, it's easy to see why she is making a name for herself in the world of Neo Soul and beyond.
https://www.facebook.com/wellington.bullings
Jack Hadley:
Jack Hadley was born in the Philippines into a military family. When they returned to America, they were stationed in San Francisco where he spent his childhood in the Haight-Ashbury district. Jack's mother bought him an acoustic guitar at an early age to keep him busy. The family eventually moved to Denver, Colorado, where he learned to play music by ear, playing everything from Hendrix to Dylan, unaware that he was learning the foundation of American music – the Blues.
https://www.facebook.com/jack.hadley
Rex Peoples & XFactr:
Rex is the 7x winner of the "Best Blues Vocalist" in Colorado. If you like the Blues, R&B, Marvin Gaye, Bill Withers, Koko Talyor then you will love Rex.
REX PEOPLES Awards and Accolades“Best Blues Vocalist”, Colorado Blues Society, International Blues Competition Winner for the State of Colorado & International Semi-Finalist, Top 3 Album for 12 months running: Fried Food, Hard LiquorBand leader, singer, songwriter and voice coach, Blues in the School Educator, and Frequent Festival performer.
https://www.facebook.com/RexPeoplesAndXFactr
FREE SHOW!
Doors 6:00pm. Show 6:30pm
Full bar on premises; Plenty of free parking; Lyft and Uber friendly!
About Roots Music Project Foundation
Roots Music Project Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit local music incubator based in Boulder, Colorado. We believe in the power of music to make the world a better place. All music starts locally. We empower artists, fans, and venues to connect and create a thriving and inspiring local music scene.
4747 Pearl St, Ste V3A Boulder, CO 80301 Search for "Roots Music Project" on google maps.
RootsMusicProject.org
"See you at Roots!"

Where is it happening?

4747 Pearl,Suite V3A,Boulder,80301,US, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Host or Publisher Rex Peoples & X Factr

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