Some of the biggest names in country, gospel, and Christian music — more than 50 artists in all — teamed up for a benefit single to help the island nation of Haiti following the devastating earthquakes of Jan. 12. Recorded under the collective name Music City Unites For Haiti (Various Artists), the song “Come Together Now” was written by Michael W. Smith, David Mullen, and Cindy Morgan. All proceeds from the single will go to designated charity and relief work through Samaritan’s Purse and American Red Cross. The single is now available at all digital retailers.
Come Together Now – Music City Unites For Haiti from Provident Label Group on Vimeo.
“I’m deeply grateful to Michael for all his efforts to help those suffering in Haiti,” shares Franklin Graham, president and CEO of Samaritan’s Purse. “Every artist and every individual who can use their talent and ability to shed light on those in need, when it’s all added together, it makes a huge difference. My prayer is that God will use this song and video to touch the hearts of this nation to give generously to the people of Haiti.”
Participating artists include: Aaron Shust, Alathea, Amy Grant, Vince Gill, Ashley Cleveland, Austins Bridge, Brandon Heath, Britt Nicole, Chris McClarney, Chris Rodriguez, Chris Sligh, Don Poythress, Dorothy Savage, Duane Allen, Echoing Angels, Everlife, Francesca Battistelli, Jaime Jamgochian, Jared Anderson, Jody Davis, John Schlitt, Kate Lazar, Katinas, Kevin Max, Kirk Sullivan, Lee Greenwood, Manic Drive, Margaret Becker, Mark Hall, Matt Dowley, Matthew West, Matt Maher, Meredith Andrews, Michael Tait, MIKESCHAIR, Mike Weaver, Paige Armstrong, Phil Stacey, Point of Grace, PureNRG, Rachael Lampa, Restless Heart, Selah, Steven Curtis Chapman, Toby Mac, Veronica Petrucci, Wynonna, and Yellow Cavalier.
“Come Together Now” is the lead track for the March release Healing4Haiti, a full album featuring songs by such artists as Israel Houghton, DecembeRadio, Kari Jobe, The Afters, Hawk Nelson, Flyleaf’s Lacey Mosley, Canton Jones, Lincoln Brewster and Mary Mary. More information on the album at healing4haiti.info or samaritanspurse.org.
Related links:
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World Vision Declares Month of Prayer for Haiti’s Children (Feb 2010)
Youth Culture Lesson: Helping Haiti (Jan 2010)
Teens Hold 30-Hour Famine to Help Haitians (Feb 2010)
FBI: Beware of Haiti charity scams (Jan 2010)
