Track Listing
01 The Pretenders - Break Up The Concrete
02 Bright Eyes - Shell Games (live) *
03 Moby - The Day (acoustic version) *
04 Nellie McKay - Suitcase Song (studio demo) *
05 Howard Jones - Assault & Battery (live) *
06 Warshow Angels - Bang Bang Love
07 Joan Jett & The Blackhearts - Make It Back
08 Princess Superstar - Sound The Alarm (radio edit) *
09 The Color Fred - Complaintor (studio demo) *
10 Justin Sane - Cassette Deck, Road Trip, Grand Canyon
11 Yoko Ono - Ode To Meadow *
12 The Giving Tree Band - Peace On The Mountain *
13 Joy Askew - Walk The Dog (remix) *
14 Modern Day Alchemy - Dark Delight *
15 Dropa - Estimated Arrival
16 Warshow Angels w/ Tony Barber & Nicky Garratt - Love Hz (8 bit edit)*
17 The Lovestains - Downtown *
18 Early Melodic Animals - Feel Low
19 Stephen R. Burroughs - The Stars Left Off Mockery (acoustic demo) *
20 Last Amendment - The First Goat *
21 Sin Corporation - Pray For My Machine (v.2 remix) *
About The Album
Home On The Range is a 21 track benefit compilation album and documentary film project presented by the 501c3 non-profit organization CFEI (Compassionate Farming Education Initiative). The album includes unreleased and exclusive tracks by established and outspoken artists who are passionate about animal rights awareness and environmental issues. Proceeds from this album will be donated to several farm animal sanctuaries throughout the U.S. that rescue, feed and provide a safe shelter for abused and neglected animals.
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About The Artists
The Pretenders
The Rock and Roll Hall of Famers fronted by the outspoken Chrissie Hynde join Home On The Range with the upbeat and raucous track 'Break Up The Concrete'. Throughout her brilliant career she's been associated with activism, specifically on behalf of animals. Her many talents and ethical vegan lifestyle continue to inspire generations to come.
Moby
From his early days as a DJ, electronic musician, songwriter, and vegan, Moby has been a prominent champion for farm animals and charitable causes. Home On The Range is proud and honored to include an exclusive acoustic and lushly orchestrated version of 'The Day', available only on this album.
Joan Jett & The Blackhearts
Legendary rock n' roller and feminist icon Joan Jett has joined our benefit with the empowering and upbeat "Make it Back". From her early days in The Runaways to recently becoming a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, she's always defied convention and is ready to fight for a worthy cause. Animal rights and veganism are very close to her heart, making it an honor to include her on Home On The Range.
Yoko Ono Lennon
As a performance artist, musician, filmmaker and activist, Yoko Ono's name is synonymous with the peace movement the world over. She and her late husband John Lennon, both known for their very vocal political activism and war protests have rallied and inspired people for decades. It is with great honor we present 'Ode To Meadow', a touching memorial to the Lennon's beloved family pet, reminding us that all animals are the same. The song is an exclusive available only on the Home On The Range benefit.
Howard Jones
Synthpop legend Howard Jones is one of the defining figures of the 80's MTV generation. His upbeat yet poignant songs covered many topics including vegetarianism and animal rights. Home On The Range is proud to feature an exclusive live version of the classic and thought-provoking track 'Assault and Battery'.
Nellie McKay
Singer, songwriter, actress and vegan activist Nellie McKay's unique and quirky blend of jazz and pop is showcased here with an exclusive demo version of 'Suitcase Song'. In addition to being featured in our Home On The Range documentary, she's well-known for her stunning and diverse performances ranging from The Threepenny Opera on Broadway to Garrison Keillor's folksy Prairie Home Companion.
The Color Fred
Fred Mascherino, the former Taking Back Sunday singer and guitarist is also well known for his solo project, The Color Fred. As an environmentalist and vegan, we're thrilled to have Fred's support and proud to feature an exclusive demo version of 'Complaintor' available only on Home On The Range.
Warshow Angels
Vocalist, guitarist, producer, filmmaker and vegan activist Kneel Cohn of Warshow Angels is joined by Todd Bryerton, former drummer of vegan activist electro-industrial group Consolidated, Tony Barber of Buzzcocks fame on bass and Nicky Garrett of the influential punk outfit UK SUBS providing additional guitars. Included here are two tracks, 'Bang Bang Love' and an exclusive alternate 4-track mix of 'Love Hz'.
Princess Superstar
Vegan rapper, DJ and television personality, Princess Superstar's boisterous blend of electronica and rap is featured here with a radio version of 'Sound The Alarm'. In addition to being featured in our Home On The Range documentary, her recent work includes a reality show called 'I Love Princess Superstar' and a single with comedian Margaret Cho.
Last Amendment
Penny Rimbaud and Eve Libertine of the influential anarchist punk group Crass joined by Tony Barber of UK's post-punk legends Buzzcocks continue to innovate as Last Amendment. A very special exclusive studio track called 'The First Goat' is available only here on the Home On The Range farm animal benefit.
Stephen R Burroughs
Reclusive Head Of David vocalist, author and animal rights advocate Stephen R Burroughs makes a rare appearance here with a demo version of 'The Stars Left Off Mockery'. The song marks his first release since the Sunn O))) & Pan Sonic / Alan Vega / Stephen Burroughs collaboration 'Che' and we're honored.
Justin Sane
An outspoken animal activist, Justin Sane is the lead singer and guitarist of the politically-charged punk band ANTI-FLAG. He appears here on Home On The Range with a solo track called 'Cassette Deck, Road Trip, Grand Canyon'.
Modern Day Alchemy
CFEI founders and vegan activists Karen Ellis-Ritter and her husband Joshua Ritter make up the band Modern Day Alchemy showcased here with an exclusive version of 'Dark Delight'. Both Karen and Joshua are featured in the Home On The Range documentary discussing CFEI's dedication to animal rights and compassion through outreach and education.
The Giving Tree Band
Founded by environmental and vegan activist brothers Todd and Eric Fink, The Giving Tree Band is featured here with an exclusive studio version of 'Peace On The Mountain'. Known for their exhaustive efforts to create eco-friendly music, their recordings have been made using 100% renewable solar energy and their earth friendly packaging consisting of all recycled materials. Their distinctive blend of bluegrass and Americana is prominently featured in the Home On The Range documentary.
Bright Eyes
Conor Oberst, the founder of Bright Eyes emphatically stated in a PETA interview that veganism is the solution to ending animal cruelty as well as improving our environment. We're proud to include an exclusive live version of 'Shell Games' on the Home On The Range benefit.
Dropa
Electro chillwave band Dropa is fronted by animal advocate Micah Tamblyn, the son of Larry Tamblyn from the 60's garage rock band The Standells. The moody and infectious track "Estimated Arrival' featured on Home On The Range is an emotive blend of post-punk, layered instrumentation and enigmatic vocals.
The Lovestains
The bluesy rock outfit The Lovestains is fronted by vegan and 'rock n' roll life coach' Share Ross of the hard rock band Vixen is joined by her husband, Bam Ross of The Dogs D'Amour. The spunky track 'Downtown' can be heard right here on the Home On The Range farm animal benefit.
Joy Askew
Singer, songwriter and vegan activist Joy Askew has performed with the likes of Peter Gabriel, Laurie Anderson and Joe Jackson throughout her singing career. We're proud to include a special exclusive remix of her thought-provoking track 'Walk The Dog', available only here on Home On The Range.
Early Melodic Animals
Fronted by musician, actor and vegan activist JD Parsons, Early Melodic Animals includes musician and filmmaker Riz Story, Daniel Hudson and drummer Stephen Perkins of Jane's Addiction. Presented here on Home On The Range is the track 'Feel Low'.
Sin Corporation
Electro-industrial project Sin Corporation is a revamp of the 90's club-charting band 'Spirits In Sin' which included Kneel Cohn and Ron McLin. Presented here on Home On The Range is an exclusive remix of the band's 12" vinyl-only single, 'Pray For My Machine'.