Songwriters For A
Cause started in August 2009. From a song written for a good
cause,to getting a group of
songwriters together to write songs for a cd and then sell it to benefit the cause.
The songwriting and music community got together to write,
perform, to donate their time, money and effort to make this
project a success and create a spectacular CD for a cause.
We are planning to release our first CD for a cause in
2010.
CD
Cover concept came from: Cari Scholes, 1st place winner of
the "Decorate A Bra" contest at the Cup O'Karma charity
event held in September 2009.
"As a domestic violence counselor, I am continually inspired
by individuals who create dramatic, positive change in their
lives. Through their courage, and social service support, I am
fortunate to witness survivors break free and experience a
powerful life transformation that is quite beautiful. It is
evident to me that social responsibility plays a key role: It
simply takes one person to get involved, educate and care. I was
inspired by the idea of bringing Domestic Violence out of the
darkness and into the light. The dark side of the bra represents
hidden aspects of Domestic Violence, such as shame, low
self-esteem, feeling trapped, entanglement, loss of control, as
well as physical or spiritual scarring. The light side of the bra
represents self empowerment, positive self esteem, personal
growth, healthy boundaries, insight, and the inner beauty of
confidence. The left side, made of twisted, dark branches and a
heavy chain, is contrasted by white feathers, petals and words of
wisdom. Within the copper webbing you will find an entrapped
butterfly, which reappears free and ready for flight on the
opposite side. The bra is meant to conceptualize the good that can
come from social exposure, in contrast to how denial and secrecy
perpetuate dysfunction. It symbolizes the dramatic transformation
possible through bringing that which was once kept in
darkness....into the light." Cari Scholes
Chava,
pronounced (Hah-Vah), is an award winning songwriter writing
since she was about 9 or 10 years old. She loves all genres
of music and has a passion and love
Chris
lives in Chandler, Arizona, is a middle school music teacher and
continues to write music and perform. Chris is widely known
among
local musicians in the
An
incredible young artist who plays and sings originals and covers.
Country, Christian, with a touch of rock and soul. Musical
influences include Shania
Jon
is a wonderful songwriter & publisher with Major Label cuts,
song placements in movies and TV shows such as the Sopranos, Ugly
Betty, My Name is Earl, Touched
Scott
B. Seymann is an Arizona native who has
spent most of his life
involved in music. As a child he played piano by ear, then evolved
to banging on pots
Bob
presents an eclectic blend of music, both in the music he covers
and the songs he writes. He has been influenced by such artists as
Merle Haggard, Willie
After
years of beers, honky tonks, parties, more beers, and the
occasional opening for an artist who has ''made it'', Rod Kent and
Curtis Steveson formed a song
Originally
from the Jersey Shore, Kevin spent years in New York City before
moving to the desert foothills of Arizona, just northeast of
Phoenix.
Jess
Hawk Oakenstar is a widely traveled guitarist/ singer/songwriter
who was born and raised in Zimba-
bwe. She has appeared on
"Good Morning, Arizona"
I
write all my own material and it reflects the country, blues, and
folk music I have listened to all my life. I recently released a
CD, recorded at Highland
The
ability to combine melody, poetry and storytelling with social
consciousness is a gift that gives on many levels and it
is
present in the original
Erich
is the founder, creator, host extraordinaire of AZ Music Cafe,
KKNT 960AM. A singer/songwriter who now devotes most of his time
and energy in promoting local
Does
originals and covers with a mix of pop, blues and
a little jazz
thrown in style. Musical influences include John Mayer, Jason M
Raz, Hall and Oates, Stevie
One
of those quiet and silent ones with a big heart! Great imagination
and style.
Unique original melodies. Loves the human con-
nections
that people make
Craig
Griffin is a singer-songwriter. Born and raised in Phoenix,
Arizona, Griffin is known for his in-depth lyrics. His melodies
are both catchy and heartfelt. Griffin
Don
Brown became a song-
writer while still in his teens. He is self -taught on guitar and
harmonica. Not questioning where his writing talent came
from; he just
Performing
folk music for over forty years on the 6 and 12 string guitars
Eric occasionally adds blues harmonica to supplement vocals. Not
normally a
Marriages,
divorces, raising my son, and working 2 jobs most my life, I was
lucky to have music in my life. I loved music and
always wanted to be a singer, so to be able to
