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This year's lineup includes:
Michael Franti and Spearhead
Matisyahu
Zap Mama
Ivan Neville's Dumstaphunk
Kinky
Trombone Shorty
Beats Antique
Rootz Underground
Yard Dogs Road Show
Lyrics Born
Gift Of Gab
Delhi 2 Dublin
Heavyweight Dub Champion
EOTO
BLVD
Lynx and Janover
And many more
For 2010, Earthdance Northern California will unite with over 350 locations in 60 countries across the world. To make this year a grand farewell" to remember, the festival will present an incredible lineup of conscious musicians, visual artists, DJ's, speakers and activists, who believe in a sustainable future for our planet. Working with the theme of Unity In Diversity," the festival will host five music stages and will feature high profile conscious artists from many genres of the international music scene. Also included will be an indigenous elders council, made up of indigenous elders from many nations, who will share wisdom and sacred ceremony.
An important part of the festival will be a compelling educational component called the Activist Alley," where festival patrons can interact with both local and international non-profit groups. These organizations will share information and workshops on relevant global and local issues, inspiring local participants to take a stand for the future of our planet.
A highlight of the festival will be a synchronized global link up, taking place on Saturday the 18th, when at 4 pm (PST), Earthdance California will synchronize with over 350 locations in 60 countries. At this precise moment, a specially created song called the Prayer for Peace" will be played in every location at the same time. The festival will also feature a wide variety of healthy vendors supplying many types of international foods and eco wares. Shaded camping and hot showers are also available to festival attendees.
Part proceeds from the festival will be donated to the Earthdance non-profit, A California based 501c3 organization.