
Our new album is here "Seven Songs For America (And One For The World)"www.BergevinBrothersMusic.comDue to the overwhelming response for our music, we've gone on to write seven more original songs. The songs will feature Pastor Patrinell (Pat) Wright and the 'Total Experience Gospel Choir',... More
Our new album is here "Seven Songs For America (And One For The World)"www.BergevinBrothersMusic.comDue to the overwhelming response for our music, we've gone on to write seven more original songs. The songs will feature Pastor Patrinell (Pat) Wright and the 'Total Experience Gospel Choir', Pearl Jam's Matt Cameron and a host of other talented musicians. Available at www.bergevinbrothersmusic.com"Why Obama?" Three brothers share their story. In December 2007, when Barack Obama came to Seattle, Joe Bergevin and his family went to listen to him speak. At one point, Joe's daughter Chloe broke through the rope line and stood in front of the Senator. He commented on her, saying, "Come on up honey, it's OK, you can come up here." While she (being 1 year old) declined, Joe shook hands with Barack after the event, and commented to him, "I think you're going to get the job done." Barack replied to Joe, "With your help I will, with your help." At that moment, Joe felt he had been charged with a challenge, and started to think of how he could apply his skills to the task of helping get Barack Obama elected. Within a few weeks, Joe was watching the video feed online of Barack Obama and Oprah together on stage and inspiration set in. That day, Obama told a story about one person, Edith Childs, who energized others with a "fired up, ready to go," chant at one of his campaign stops. Inspired by Obama's "One voice can change the world" speech, Joe wrote some lyrics and rough chords that same day, then called his brother Jon to help him finish and arrange the song. The song is named after Edith's chant. After many phone calls, emails, and sleepless nights, they had assembled the team. Ten days later an epic recording was born with the intention of spreading Obama's hopeful message. Contributors include lead singer Reverend Pat Wright and her renowned Total Experience Gospel Choir, drummer Matt Cameron from Pearl Jam, lead singer Jake Bergevin, other top studio musicians, sound engineers, video teams, photographers, caterers, local news teams and a renovated theater with recording studio. From the first word written to the last note performed, this entirely donated and collective effort demonstrates Senator Obama's unifying message and Americans' desire to act on it. We were in awe of how freely people said, "Yes!" to this project. His words "For that is our unyielding faith-that in the face of impossible odds, people who love their country, can change it" demonstrate that great leaders motivate others. Barack is a great leader. "I would have never imagined participating in an event like this, suddenly having a bunch of people come together on behalf of a political candidate; contributing immediately, so fully and unconditionally," said Stephan Schier, one of the project contributors.Edith Childs said in the Greenwood Index Journal "I just had no idea that something done spontaneously would go this far -- in a good way," Childs said. "But as far as the song, I think it's cool. And I'm going to go online and see the (music) video when it comes out. But look, I did (the chant) in June, and I had no idea this is where we'd be on January 25."Now, the song is included on a new album inspired by Obama's candidacy called 'Seven Songs for America (And One for the World)'. This historic and one-of-a-kind album can be purchased by going to http://www.bergevinbrothersmusic.comStay in touch with the project at: http://www.myspace.com/bergevinbrothersmusicWatch related video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIpbFt8TdosFeaturing the following artists:Composition: Bergevin Brothers Music - Lyrics and Music (Joe), Music and Arrangement (Jon)The Band:Jon Bergevin - Piano, Musical DirectionOsama Afifi - Electric BassMatt Cameron - Drums (Pearl Jam) & Production AssistanceArturo Rodriguez - Latin PercussionFrank Seeberger - Electric GuitarJessica Howard - TambourineThe Singers:Pastor Pat Wright - Lead Vocals and Choir DirectionJake Bergevin - Lead VocalsGrady A. Austin - Spoken Vocal and assistant choir directionThe Total Experience Gospel ChoirSound Engineering:Chip Butters - Sound EngineeringMark Yeend -- Sound EngineeringVideo:Neill Barham - Director and EditorPaul Killebrew - ProducerTony Tibbetts - Jib Arm Camera & Technical AdvisorSean Orr -- CameraPhotography:Stephan Schier Less
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enchanting61 Says:
Sep 4, 2010 - here's the trick.. i clicked to audofier (dot) com to convert youtube videos to mp3s.
BergevinBrothers Says:
Jul 24, 2010 - @conimarie Just an update. We were able to get a copy of the album to President Obama.
islandmuffin Says:
Jul 12, 2010 - Hope MaObama does not completely destroy America before we – The American People - can vote the most divisive, most arrogant, most economically ignorant, worst president in US history out of office.But Obama is so terrible – so much worse than anyone could have imagined - that he may actually destroy America before then…
SophiaChannel Says:
Jun 11, 2010 - Lift each other UP! Great energy!
BergevinBrothers Says:
Apr 7, 2010 - @conimarie Thanks for your kind words. We may just send a copy to the Whitehouse. We have confirmation that President Obama has heard and likes the song, but it might be good to send a copy of the album to the Whitehouse just for good measure and good will. We had a wonderful time creating this music and are thrilled and honored that so many people enjoy it.
conimarie Says:
Apr 6, 2010 - Excellent song!!! I really love it.....should send a copy to the White House.
akeakami2 Says:
Apr 1, 2010 - whenever i have a doubt about what is happening i watch this and it makes me feel better and stronger...favorite line " the time has come to move beyond to meet the challenges head on"..im all about the fight....yes we can.....and we did... and im still fired up and ready to go
grosquipue Says:
Feb 15, 2010 - That guy at 2:56 really knows how to talk to that guitar :-)
jeffkhockey5 Says:
Feb 4, 2010 - Maybe we can all just unite in song and work together!... Ha That will put americans back to work... We should get fired up and get off our asses again like we all did during the Obama campaign, and start supporting our president at the grass roots level again. Right the now the tea partiers, and the moral right wing nuts have an advantage on us. Real change starts at home, so stop waiting for change, and make it. If you want a single payer system fight for it, green jobs , organize it...
ThePoopChef Says:
Jan 17, 2010 - hiiiiii
DecriminalizeLiberty Says:
Jan 3, 2010 - Hes Muslim for god sakes stop embarrassing yourself.
deanasimms Says:
Dec 2, 2009 - Obama is our president! Let's support him to get the job done, just like we did Bush. It's not right to down him after a few short months. There is no comparison of the last 8 years to 11 months of his Presidency at this time. Republicans are afraid he will succeed. This is why they, and people like Beck, Limbaugh, and O'Reilly want him to fail. They care more about their power and the evil of Politics as usual, than the success of the people of our nation.
deanasimms Says:
Dec 2, 2009 - Of course you are going to say that to not incriminate yourself. The last administration nearly destroyed American traditions. Billions spent on a war we didn't need! The rest of the world disliked Bush. Obama is respected and loved the world over! We need Health Care Reform. Obama will be the first to get it done. Unlike the last president, he is for the people. Republicans are the party of no. Never gave a dam about health care before. Stood by Bush steadfast. People have not forgotten this.
lyndilou0806 Says:
Dec 2, 2009 - Totally inacurrate statement! I could careless what color Obama is. I hate the fact he does not care about the money being spent and the fact he want to take away all Amercan traditions. Using the race card is a cop out! People use it to stop debate in the issues. You have NO idea my race so how stupid is your comment. By the way - I feel exactly the same way about Nancy Pelosi, Harry Reid, Joe Biden etc. You need to stop using the race card because it does nothing to advance your argument.
deanasimms Says:
Dec 2, 2009 - I would may agree with you. But he's been in office only a few months. No one on the planet can change things this fast. Obama inherited all of these problems.What you really fired up about is accepting the first black President. This is what's making you sick Who knew that one day a decendent of African slaves would be president. We have come full circle! Feel free to comment on my video as well. It is called Barack Obama Anthem Song which is also on YouTube. This will make you even sicker!
BergevinBrothers Says:
Nov 24, 2009 - Thanks for your positive comments, we really appreciate it. We don't know if the Whitehouse has heard it, we hope so.
tjr247 Says:
Nov 7, 2009 - I love this song. Good Memories!
lyndilou0806 Says:
Oct 28, 2009 - the music itself is fine but the song itself makes me sick considering what this man is doing to our country. The most devisive President we've had. One thing I know for sure, I am fired up and ready to go to support candidates who will stop spending money and apologizing for America
Candi411 Says:
Oct 22, 2009 - I love this! I listen to it all the time! :-DYou guys are very talented. Has the White House heard this? Have you been invited you to perform for the President? If not, why not? They really need to hear you and NOW! :-D
66watzup66 Says:
Aug 1, 2009 - omg obama favoured this vid!!!!!!!!!
gateley Says:
Jul 28, 2009 - This was so inspirational and uplifting during the campaign -- I just had to come back and revisit it!
PerfectDecalibration Says:
Jul 17, 2009 - Boy, that sure put a smile on my face. Nice feel.
TheMusicHistorian Says:
Jul 9, 2009 - Great song, man!
artin74 Says:
May 5, 2009 - i like this beat very much ! thanks for posting !
equitater Says:
Apr 24, 2009 - Wow Jon, I am really impressed!! Judy