to the Masses...Indeed

With great sadness and the most humbling attitude, I unfortunately (and fortunately) am about to witness the final show of one of the most (in my opinion) prolific, political, experimental, original, creative, powerful & moving bands that I've ever been so fortunate enough to witness (several times for that matter) throughout my years as a resident of San Francisco. I've been here since 2001 and even though I've known their drummer since my high school days back in my hometown of Bakersfield California I still am blown away by his and the other bandmates creative capabilities and harmonies throughout their entire performance.

From Monument To Masses has and always will be about the movement. The band has cited the American Civil Rights Movement as an example and note the hard work of hundreds of organizers that often gets overshadowed in history books by admittedly important individuals. The band members have often explained in interviews that their music is only one expression of their respective politics. Each member has been involved with various organizations throughout the life of the band, including the League of Filipino Students-SFSU, Challenging White Supremacy, Kalayaan School for Equity, BAYAN USA, and others.

Not one time throughout the years of listening to their recordings have I, and those around me not been moved by the strength of their message. Its energy and direct attention towards the change of the environment sends a message throughout the minds of the deaf or faint of sound. It's rare these days that I'm completely moved by the performance of a band. For some reason From Monument To Masses has that effect on me. If you're a resident of San Francisco and you have never witnessed these guys perform live then I highly recommend that you cancel your plans for this evening and partake in the closure of many years of blood, sweat and tears poured out from these guys. If your unable to commit to the events of this night, then I recommend that you purchase their albums and witness the revolution. Or what's left of it.

Here is a link to a live video

REVOLUTION

Here is a link to purchase tickets

WITNESS