Paste editor talks philanthropic rock

For this month’s appearance on Fox 25 in Boston, Paste editor-at-large Jay Sweet discussed the magazine’s big question this month: Can rock save the world?

Some musicians, Sweet said, feel a sense of duty to deliver social or political messages. He argued for their effectiveness, citing Nelson Mandela’s release from prison following a Free Mandela tribute concert.

Sweet also mentioned Boston band Guster’s efforts to educate other musicians about operating eco-consciously through its nonprofit Reverb.

Related links:
Fox 25: Sweet on America's Top Music Venues
Fox 25: Jay Sweet on SXSW
Fox 25: Jay Sweet on Summer Music Festivals
Yahoo Answers: Can Rock Save the World?

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