What can an artist musician do in the face of war? Ultimately there may come a time when the choice comes down to fight or flight. Until then, and as long as there is even the smallest hope that other activities will help to promote peaceful solutions, I think one has a responsibility to not look away but instead call for kindness and compassion in the face of violence and anger.
What can an artist musician do in the face of the seemingly relentless and apparently unthinking, uncaring ruination of the planetary ecosystems that support the web of life? While one still has life and the ability to love, I feel a responsibility to acknowledge the challenge and say: people, we are all in this together. My wellbeing depends on yours. Let's work together for our collective survival. Let's celebrate what we have in common much more than what we see differently. Let's rise above the past and let every day be a new chance to love and be loved. And let's do this at every level, from the ordinary everyday to the global emergency.
These are some words attempting to explain the origin of the song ‘Never Too Late For Love’ and the video created by Serhii Collaiber. But of course a piece of art has a life of its own and belongs to everyone who experiences it. I hope the song-video will be an ambassador for kindness wherever it lands.
Peace and music,
martin john milner.
see the video on YouTube, and spread the love!
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