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Ancestors Never Sleep

from Collaborations by JR Rhodes

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Ancestors Never Sleep is based on the Alice Walker poem of the same name. I was commissioned to write a song based on a poem of my choice from Walker's new book at the time Taking the Arrow out of the Heart and perform it opening for Walker's premier reading at Benaroya Hall in Seattle, Washington.

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from Collaborations, released September 25, 2021
J.R. Rhodes; Vocals, Guitar, Songwriting, Music
Alice Walker: Lyrics
Bushwick Book Club Seattle, Seattle Arts & Lectures: Presenters

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JR Rhodes Seattle, Washington

As a singer/songwriter, JR Rhodes' musical journey has taken her to places that are as personal as private dreams and as universal as ancient prayers. Her richly resonant voice is complemented by lyrics that are both emotionally revealing and gracefully poetic. Combining elements of jazz, folk and pop, she grounds her melodies in solid songcraft even as they soar into otherworldly atmospheres. ... more

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