Music and Entertainment

The Sanctuary for Independent Media welcomed Austin, TX-based folk musician Eliza Gilkyson and activist Rob Jensen on November 16, 2008.

Gilkyson performed her songs, including some from her most recent album Beautiful World. Jensen offered his approach to a variety of topics such as economics and environmentalism, which he presents in his most recent book, All My Bones Shake: Seeking a Progressive Path to the Prophetic Voice.

The duo intertwined songs and speeches throughout the night to present a collection of beautiful music and radical discussion.

Part 1 (of a 4-part series): This clip features Eliza's first song of the night, "Emerald Street" off Beautiful World.

http://www.elizagilkyson.com
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On March 24, 2010, rising Afropop star Bassekou Kouyate and his band, Ngoni Ba, stopped by The Sanctuary for Independent Media in Troy, New York, for an incredible night of blues, rock, and West African musical fusion.Bassekou Kouyate plays lead ngoni.
Ngoni Ba are Amy Sacko (vocals), Moussa Bah (bass ngoni), Alou Coulibaly (calabash), Fousseyni Kouyate (ngoni), Oumar Kouyate (ngoni), Moussa Sissoko (percussion)."Ladon" was the final song from the band's main set, and is from the band's most recent album, 2009's "I Speak Fula" on Sub Pop Records.http://www.myspace.com/bassekoukouyate
http://www.subpop.com/artists/bassekou_kouyate_and_ngoni_ba
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The Sanctuary for Independent Media welcomed Austin, TX-based folk musician Eliza Gilkyson and activist Rob Jensen on November 16, 2008.

Gilkyson performed her songs, including some from her most recent album Beautiful World. Jensen offered his approach to a variety of topics such as economics and environmentalism, which he presents in his most recent book, All My Bones Shake: Seeking a Progressive Path to the Prophetic Voice.

The duo intertwined songs and speeches throughout the night to present a collection of beautiful music and radical discussion.

Part 3: Eliza performs one of her most popular songs, "Beautiful World".

http://www.elizagilkyson.com
http://www.mediasanctuary.org

On March 27, 2010, Taina Asili y La Banda Rebelde played a concert at The Sanctuary for Independent Media in Troy, New York, to celebrate the release of their new CD, "War Cry."

During this song, soul singer Ayana Del Valle and trapeze artist Leah Penniman join Taina Asili (vocals), Gaetano Vaccaro (guitar), Kiki Vassilakis (drums), Sean Muniz (bass), Saeed Abbas (percussion), and Alicia Ortiz (backup vocals).

http://www.TainaAsili.com
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Taina Asili y la Banda Rebelde perform "In the Time of the Now" for the "Live from Lock One" show at The Sanctuary for Independent Media in Troy, New York on May 23, 2009.

La Banda Rebelde is Gaetano Vaccaro (guitar), Sean Muniz (bass), and Kiki Vassilakis (drums).

More information:
www.TainaAsili.com
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The Duryee AME Zion Church Men's Chorus recorded live at The Sanctuary for Independent Media in Troy, New York on December 12, 2009, as part of the series "Live From Lock One." Visit www.MediaSanctuary.org for more information.

Ann Terrell recorded live at The Sanctuary for Independent Media, Troy, NY on December 12, 2009, as part of the series "Live From Lock One." Visit www.MediaSanctuary.org for more information.

Reverend Billy with The Church of Life After Shopping Chorus and the Not Buying It Band performing "Shopocalypse" at The Sanctuary for Independent Media in Troy, New York on December 18, 2009. The Church of Life After Shopping is directed by Savitri D. Bill Talen is Reverend Billy. The choir director is James Solomon Benn. Sopranos: Misun Choi, Carol Lester, Jessica Wiscovitch, Laura Newman, Lynn Biderman. Altos: Shilpa Narayan, Gina Figueroa, Damaris Williams, Pat Hornak Tenors: John Quilty, Travis Tench, Dixie Estes, Savitri D, Will Tucker Basses: Donald Gallagher, Gaylen Hamilton, Gregory Ostrom, Ben Dubin Thaler Bass: Nate Stevens Piano: Rick Ulfik. Visit www.revbilly.com and www.MediaSanctuary.org for more information.

The Heavenly Echoes Gospel Singers recorded live at The Sanctuary for Independent Media, Troy, NY on December 12, 2009, as part of the series "Live From Lock One." The singers are (left-right): James Edmonds, Doc Willingham, Hayes Coleman, John Adams and Earl Thorpe with Joe Abbey, bass; Kenny Ketter, drums; Earl Kornegay, lead guitar; John Oliver, rhythm guitar. Visit www.MediaSanctuary.org for more information.

"Name Your Price for Freedom" by The Ameros (Jesse Calhoun-lead vocals and guitar, Kawari Ros-lead guitar, Sean Muniz-bass and backup vocals, and Kiki Vassilakis-percussion), recorded as part of the "Live From Lock One" series at The Sanctuary for Independent Media on May 23, 2009 in Troy, New York. Visit www.myspace.com/TheAmeros for more information on the band!