• Music
  • 13 Jul 04
Michael Franti @ Oxegen [video interview]
Michael Franti @ Oxegen [video interview]
Danielle Brigham
Danielle Brigham

Backstage at Oxegen with hotpress.com, Michael Franti skips the small talk...

Part 1
From war-torn Iraq to the festivals of Europe, Micahel Franti talks about his recent travels through the Middle East:
Broadband part 1 Dial Up part 1

Part 2
Staying true to his song, Everyone Deserves Music, Michael talks about playing for Iraqi children and American soldiers:
Broadband part 2 Dial Up part 2

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