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Beyonce’s cover of God Bless the USA by Lee Greenwood

steve — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 04:34:01 +0000

Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the USA” has become a modern day national anthem of sorts. It’s a great tune with really meaningful lyrics, but admittedly, there are times when I would like a gentler, more subtle rendition than the one Mr. Greenwood usually gives.

Enter Beyoncé, of all people, to fulfill my wish. She recently released the single God Bless the USA, which features an absolutely beautiful and moving rendition of the modern day classic. It has the power of Greenwood’s original, and yet also has a bit of “heart and soul” as only Beyonce can provide.

100% of proceeds from this song will go to New York Police & Fire Widows’ and Children’s Benefit Fund (http://www.answerthecall.org/), a charity that has helped the families of fallen first responders for 25 years. These brave policemen and firefighters represent the very best of this nation, who put down their lives and give their all for their fellow citizens. This Independence Day, in addition to purchasing this song, remember to donate generously to help the families which they’ve left behind far too soon.

We Are the World 2010 to support Haiti relief

steve — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 04:17:58 +0000

Back in 1985, Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie wrote “We Are the World”, performed by a group of the top celebrities and pop stars under the name USA for Africa. It was eventually named the biggest-selling single of all time and ended up raising about $100 million for relief of famine and disease to 18 countries in sub-Saharan Africa.

On February 1, 2010, Quincy Jones and Lionel Richie gathered another set of celebrities and pop stars to re-record the song in the same studio the original was recorded in 25 years earlier.

You can download the track at iTunes by clicking this button:

And the video is available by clicking this button:

Of course, all proceeds will to Haiti Earthquake Relief.

Here’s a list of all the celebrities brought together for this 25th anniversary production:
Adam Levine
Akon
Al Jardine
Anthony Hamilton
Ar Rahmen
Barbra Streisand
Bebe Winans
Bone Thugs and Harmony (Bizzy Bones)
Brandy
Brian Wilson
Carlos Santana
Celine Dion
Drake
Earth Wind & Fire
Enrique Iglesias
Ethan Bortnick
Faith Evans
Farnsworth Bentley
Fergie
Freda Payne
Gladys Knight
Harry Connick, jr.
Heart
Il trio
India.arie
Issac Slade (aka the fray)
Iyaz
Jamie Foxx
Jason Mraz
Jeff Bridges
Jennifer Hudson
Jimmy Jean Louis
Joel & Benji madden
Jordin Sparks
Josh Groban
Julianne Hough
Justin Bieber
Kanye West
Katharine Mcphee
Keith Harris
Keri Hilson
Kid Cudi
Lil Wayne
Lionel Richie
Ll Cool J
Mann
Mary J. Blige
Mary Mary
Melanie Fiona
Miley Cyrus
Musiq Soulchild
Mya
Natalie Cole
Nicole Richie
Nicole Scherzinger
Nikka Costa
Nipsey Hussle
Orianthi
Patti Austin
Pink
Plain Pat
Quincy Jones
Randy Jackson
Raphael Saadiq
Rashida Jones
Redone – producer
Rickey Minor
Rob Thomas
Robin Thicke
Sean Garrett
Snoop Dogg
Sugarland
T Pain
Taj Jackson
Taryll Jackson
The Jonas Brothers
Tj Jackson
Toni Braxton
Tony Bennett
Trey Songz
Tyrese Gibson
Usher
Vince Vaughn
Will.i.am
Wyclef jean
Zac Brown

Here were the original members of USA for Africa in 1985:

Al Jarreau
Bette Midler
Billy Joel
Bob Dylan
Bob Geldof
Bruce Springsteen
Cyndi Lauper
Dan Aykroyd
David Paich
Diana Ross
Dionne Warwick
Hall & Oates
Harry Belafonte
Huey Lewis and the News
Jackie Jackson
James Ingram
Jeffrey Osborne
Jermaine Jackson
Kenny Loggins
Kenny Rogers
Kim Carnes
LaToya Jackson
Lindsey Buckingham
Lionel Richie
Marlon Jackson
Michael Jackson
Paul Simon
Randy Jackson
Ray Charles
Sheila E.
Smokey Robinson
Steve Perry
Steve Porcaro
Stevie Wonder
The Pointer Sisters
Tina Turner
Tito Jackson
Waylon Jennings
Willie Nelson

Hope for Haiti Now Album Downloads

steve — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 04:27:12 +0000

Chances are last Friday you turned on the TV and saw the telethon for Haiti with a star-studded cast coming together to raise money for Haiti. So far, they’ve raised $57 million and counting. Huge stars from every musical genre were on hand to lend their support.

You can help the cause by purchasing the entire televised event on iTunes video.

You can also purchase the entire Hope For Haiti Now Album on Amazon.com for $7.99. Or if you prefer, you can purchase individual tracks from your favorite artists below.

Of course, 100% of the proceeds goes to help earthquake victims in Haiti.

Cheap Ipod which Fights AIDs in Africa

steve — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:12:50 +0000

The Apple iPod shuffle (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition, 1GB is affordably priced at only $49 so it makes a great stocking stuffer.

It holds up to 500 songs and conveniently clips onto clothes, making it easy to wear when doing household chores or working out. And it comes in a beautiful red color.

But more importantly, a portion of each sale will go to the PRODUCT (RED) fund to fight AIDS and poverty in Africa.

Pink headphones to use in your iPod

steve — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 04:02:31 +0000

Everywhere you go, you seem to see people with white iPod headphones. Stand out with these AirDrives Pink Ribbon Challenge Earphones. It’s sold at the Apple Store, so you know it’s compatible with your iPod.Unlike regular iPod headphones, the headphones are designed in a way that lets you hear clearly around you while also enjoying full and rich natural sound. Its comfortable ear grips stay in place even if you’re running or working out–it’s durable and will withstand even a marathon.A portion of proceeds goes to help the National Breast Cancer Foundation.Here are the vital stats:Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHzImpedance: 16 ohmsSensitivity: 98 dB SPL at source/80 dB SPL at inner earMaximum power input: 15mWSpeakers: Neodymium rare earth magnetsJack: Gold-plated 3.5 mm dual standard stereo, 70 degreeCable length: 3.5 ft./1.1 m

The perfect Valentine’s Day Gift for Guys – The Product(RED) iPod

steve — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 04:23:32 +0000

It can be somewhat of a challenge to find a Valentine’s Day gift for a guy. While guys can shop for flowers, roses, jewelry, and spa baskets, ladies often have a harder time finding something to give in return.

Your search has ended. Here is the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for a guy. The Apple iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition is Apple’s entry into the (PRODUCT) RED series. (RED) is an organization formed by Bono, which partners with major companies who produce red-colored products, proceeds of which go to fight AIDS and hunger in Africa.

Not only is the red color perfect for Valentine’s Day, it’s also in my opinion the nicest looking iPod out there. And you pay the same price for it that you pay for any other iPod.

This Valentine’s Day, give him a gift he’ll cherish forever. Or, get him to re-gift it back to you once your roses wilt away

Red ipod for AIDS research – iPod (Product) RED

steve — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 04:05:37 +0000

Apple Inc. never ceases to amaze me. I’ve been a very fanatical customer of theirs since I owned an Apple //e in the early 1980′s. I was the proud owner of a Mac SE/30 in the early 1990′s, and a Powerbook in the late 1990′s.

I remember when everyone left them for dead, and then they came out with this new thing called an “iPod”, which changed everything.

This is a very cool thing they’re doing with a very cool product. For the same price as their regular iPod Nanos and iPod Shuffles, you can get this red version (which IMO is by far the best color of all of them). And all the proceeds of sales of these versions of the iPod go to The Global Fund to fight AIDS in Africa!

It’s not clear how long Apple will continue this, and it will almost certainly be a hot seller for the upcoming holiday season, so grab yours while you can!

The Apple iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition goes for $199. If that’s too pricey, you can also go for the über cool Apple iPod shuffle (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition, 2GB at $69.