Continuing in the tradition of the great folk artists and writers before him, Human sings the songs of the American heart and soul. Backed by The Human Revolution, an impressive rotating cast of master musicians, Human has been leading the way for politically, socially, and ecologically charged performers and songwriters for almost a decade. Past members of the lineup have included: Roger Fritz (Sheryl Crow, Shelby Lynn), Jeff Pevar (Ray Charles, Crosby Stills and Nash, CPR), Donny “Divino” Smith (Willie Nelson), “Uncle” Don Lopez (Willie Nelson, Willie K), Gene Parsons (The Byrds, Steven Bates Band), David Mayfield (Andy Griggs, Cadillac Sky), Jessica Lea Mayfield, Alice Di Micele, Kailen Yong (Boulder Acoustic Society) and MC Radioactive (Spearhead) to name a few. Their performances tie in contemporary themes with nods to historical events, and boast an eclectic mix of styles with a definitive foundation in that roots-rock country style of music known as Americana, they call it Mystic Americana. Songs transition gently from ecstatic dance beats to tearjerker ballads, from modern political laments to positive roots reggae, carrying the audience on a journey which changes, often with the band, from show to show.
In April of this year, Human released his sixth studio album “Love Always Prevails,” featuring a more rootsy-folky sound than his previous endeavors. Though born in the economic crises of the past few years, the album reveals a positive and refreshing outlook and encourages the listener to remember what is truly important in life. The all acoustic project was recorded at Peter Temple Studio in Albion, CA and features some of Northern California’s finest acoustic musicians including Sam Frey on upright bass, Oliver Jacobson on fiddle, and longtime Human vocalist Brockell Briddle singing sweet harmonies with guest artists Lee Rider on dobro, Mike Ehlers on guitar, and Anton Mizerak on harmonica.
Human recently relocated to the small mountain town of Ashland, OR after 8 years on the Mendocino Coast of Northern California. He continues to perform and tour locally and nationally.
POINTS OF INTEREST:
•Human is a self-inspired spokesperson for the eco-sustainable-social-political urges in the country
•Human’s first album “Rainshadow” was co-produced by David “Bassboy” Mayfield of the band Cadillac Sky.
•Human received the 2007 AMMA Video of the Year Award for the music video of “Tree of Life”
•The “Tree of Life” music video has received over 250,000 views online
•Human was the Grand Prize Winner of the 2007 Art of Heart Songwriting Contest for his song “My Community”
•The Human Revolution opened for Willie Nelson in French’s Camp, CA on Labor Day 2008.
•In 2009 Human performed an all original set at the World Famous Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge in Nashville, TN, the famous venue where Willie Nelson, Patsy Cline and Kris Kristofferson got their starts.
•Human is a former member of the all-star musical group ‘Pioneers of the New Dawn.’ Band mates included Bill Bottrell (Michael Jackson, Madonna, Travelling Wilburys), Roger Fritz (Sheryl Crow, Shelby Lynn) and Bay Area Jazz drummer Jimmy Gallagher.
•The Human Revolution was selected to headline the annual 4:20 party at the 2009 Seattle Hempfest.
•The Human Revolution headlined the San Diego Earthfest, the “World’s Largest Earth Day Event” twice, in 2006 and 2010.
•Human and longtime bass player and engineer Peter Temple produced conscious pop-diva TES’ 2008 debut album “Awake in the Dream”.
•All ‘The Human Revolution’ merchandise including: shirts, promo cards, albums, etc, are produced as ecologically as is commercially available using plant-based inks, organic cotton, and PCW recycled paper.
•The band has been travelling in alternative fuel vehicles since 2004 utilizing SVO, biodiesel, and E-85 ethanol whenever possible.
For Booking or more information contact:
Human (707) 813-1492
human@thehumanrevolution.org
www.sonicbids.com/thehumanrevolution
www.myspace.com/thehumanrevolutionband
www.thehumanrevolution.org
The Human Revolution Discography:
2010- The Human Revolution- Love Always Prevails
2008- The Human Revolution- Love Revolution
2008- TES- Awake in the Dream
2007- Human- Breathe
2006- Human and Some Other Humans- Alive on Maui
2004- Human-Naked
2001- Human/Matthew S. Donowick- Rainshadow
A partial list of major past events:
2010- SOURCE Festival (Maui, HI)
2009- Forestdance (San Salvador, Costa Rica)
2009- Tootsies Orchid Lounge (Nashville, TN)
2009- Tribal Vision Festival (Taos, NM)
2009- Raw Spirit East (Washington D.C.)
2009- Seattle Hempfest (Seattle, WA)
2008- Opening gig: Willie Nelson Labor Day Show (French’s Camp, CA)
2008, ’09- Portland Hempstalk Festival (Portland, OR)
2008- Harmony Festival (Santa Rosa, CA)
2007, ’08- Raw Spirit Festival (Sedona, AZ)
2007- Emerald Cup (Laytonville, CA)
2007, ‘08 ‘09, ’10- Mystic Garden Parties (Ashland, OR, and Maui, HI)
2007, ’09- Dreamtime Festival
2007- Bonnaroo (Sun Stage) (Manchester, TN)
2007, ‘10- San Diego Earthfest (San Diego, CA)
2007- Premier: Travel Channel’s Edible Adventure (NYC, NY)
2005, ‘06, ’09- Hope Mountain Barter Fair (Takilma, OR)
2005, ’07- Mendocino Living Culture Festival (Caspar, CA)
