GFM NYC Fam we want to take some time out today and help spread the word about some very importing events going on in the city that will benefit the people of Haiti. Artists are coming together and using their gifts to make a difference for a country and people that need all of our support.

From the press release

Jan 9th, 2012

NYC- Philly born/Brooklyn based singer/songwriter Candice Anitra http://www.candiceanitra.com has finished up in the studio her eagerly awaited sophomore project ‘Big Tree’ which will see a release on March 28th, 2012 world-wide.

One of the songs off the danceable/soul endeavour was inspired by the devastating Earthquake in Haiti. The song “Today” marks 2 years later and addresses mother nature, emotion and our vulnerability.

“Today” the music video will have its premiere at SOB’s at the Kreyol Hip Hop 4 Haiti Benefit on Wednesday, Jan 11th and will be available to everyone to watch on Jan 12th.. (more…)

The great Patti Austin was brought in to help school and regulate the ‘youngsters’ on the ‘We Are The World – Haiti’ remake. While I’m a little skeptical of some of the artists chosen and the potential outcome, I’ve gotta believe Lionel, Quincy and Patti will not put out anything less than a high quality product. Personal feelings aside, it’s for a great cause, so go out and support them anyway!

Source: Guardian UK

Lionel Richie and Quincy Jones will record a new version of We Are the World to benefit Haiti. The veteran stars are honouring the song’s 25th anniversary, releasing their tribute alongside new charity tracks by Simon Cowell, and Jay-Z and Bono – who have revealed that they are bringing along Rihanna.

Like the original 1985 recording, which raised money for famine relief in Africa, the new We Are the World will consist of both a song and a video. Organisers are asking artists to stay in Los Angeles for an extra night after the Grammy awards. According to Billboard, Richie and Jones hope to include Usher, Natalie Cole and John Legend, as well as many Grammy nominees.

The late Michael Jackson, one of the song’s co-authors, is also expected to be integrated into the project.

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In response to the devastating earthquake that occurred in Haiti yesterday, musician/humanitarian Wyclef Jean has sent the clarion call for aid to his homeland. Wyclef has been working on a number of humanitarian efforts in Haiti for well-over a decade. In 2005 he established the Yele Haiti Foundation in response to Hurricane Jeanne.

This is how an artist with the social conscious of a Wyclef Jean responds to a crisis. As viral and immediate as we can make the most vile and totally unimportant information spread using social media, we can use these same tools for the greater good. Big ups to you Mr. Jean! It is a much more noble character to serve others than to be served.

Just text “Yele” to 501501 to make a $5 donation to Wyclef Jean’s relief effort via cellphone, and follow him on twitter @wyclef for more information!