The goal is to create at least two songs and videos at the conclusion of the 14 weeks. Towards the end, Budd has the veterans meet at an area studio to record the songs that they helped create. Budd and his team walk the vets through songwriting and composing original music with the aid of area producers, session players, and songwriters, some of whom donate their time, studios and resources. They are often referred to him by The Wounded Warrior Project, another nonprofit that provides a multiplicity of veterans assistance. Part of the empowerment and healing comes through ownership of their material as the vets compose their own lyrics and contribute to the music creation.īudd invites six to eight veterans to meet weekly in 14-week sessions three to four times per year. During the sessions, some veterans channel their feelings through rap rhymes while others sing about their pain. The Veterans Music Project is a platform for veterans to tell their story, to process their experiences and celebrate the stories and the sacrifices of veterans according to Budd.īudd found that many veterans are impassioned music fans who quickly learn they are able to articulate their trauma, pain and depression in ways they weren’t able to before. It has also provided a safe space as veterans find solace and lasting camaraderie through the process of writing music and creating original songs with other former service members. Jaye Budd, executive director of Alchemy Sky, serves the veterans who protected our country by helping them to heal through the powerful platform of music at The Alchemy Sky Foundation.Īlchemy Sky’s “Veterans Music Project” was founded in 2018 to provide another portal and a therapeutic outlet through music to quell the mayhem in their minds. Many veterans suffer from debilitating injuries, harrowing and recurring nightmares, and lingering emotional turbulence long after serving on the front lines in defense of America. A memorable night for sure.Many servicemen and women have found healing after putting down their rifles and picking up a pen to compose songs that help process the often horrific war experiences. Early, Action, and The Alchemist all brought something unique to the table that made the night fun and exciting. This was my first ever 'rap show.' It did not disappoint. 2/23 New Orleans, LA The Filmore 2/25 Houston, TX House of Blues 2/27 Dallas, TX The Factory in Deep Ellum 2/28 Austin, TX Stubb's BBQ 3/03 Tempe, AZ The Marquee Theatre The remaining dates on the "NBA Leather" tour are listed below. As an Auburn student, I fully endorse these album titles. The duo put out two collaborative albums last year titled Bo Jackson and Super Tecmo Bo. The Alchemist also made an appearance during Action's set. The Alchemist's production certainly took it to another level, staying at the forefront of their set. The Alchemist took the stage first with special guest Boldy James. The Alchemist at The Tabernacle | Dylan Basden Photography Piledrivers, kicks, and some thrown water bottles kept it action-packed. Crowd control came easy to Action, he kept them fixed on his performance all night. Easily the most high energy set of the night, Action Bronson stomped and pounded his way across the stage. There's a reason he's got Action in his name. His flow was tight, his beats thumping, and his show stellar. Earl did not hold back, getting the crowd unbelievably hype with very little downtime. I've always heard of Earl as a "moody" rapper or a more lyrical artist, so I was expecting a little bit more relaxed of a set. The bass vibrated the entire building and you could feel the grown shake in the GA pit.Īction Bronson at The Tabernacle | Dylan Basden PhotographyĮarl Sweatshirt didn't miss a beat. The 2,500 cap Tabernacle was rocking from the floor to both balconies. The triple headlining show sold out its Atlanta stop. Earl Sweatshirt, Action Bronson, and The Alchemist take the stage in Atlanta for their "NBA Leather" tour.Įarl Sweatshirt at The Tabernacle | Dylan Basden Photography
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