About Us
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
This webpage is temporarily hosted by Mountain Spirit Ltd for Jam For Freedom NZ, which is not affiliated with Mountain Spirit. MSNZ is the sole supporter at this time.
EVENTS AND NEWS
THANKS TO ALL WHO GENEROUSLY DONATED
TO THE FM COMMUNITY RADIO PROJECT
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A recent Jam for Freedom fundraiser near Wanaka , thanks to generous donations at the event as well as before and after, raised over a thousand dollars to fund a new community FM radio station in Wanaka. The event was held at a private farm near Wanaka on the 16th of May The funds will go to pay for two or three FM transmitters to be placed in Hawea, Wanaka and Queensbury. The initiative will follow standard NZ community broadcast laws and protocol, and will broadcast interviews and replays not heard on the mainstream news feeds, This will effectively bypass the chockhold MSM has, at least on local FM bands. We ran a test project some years ago which worked well, so we're rolling out new equipment and programming schedule. Our target market is the gerneral public driving home from work. If you'd like to learn more on how to start a community radio station in your own community, get in touch.
Weekly Jam for Freedom at Camphill Coffee
Every Tuesday - Join us!
A low key acoustic "Song Circle" - sharing originals or covers either around a coffee table or standing on our grass stage. Join us for good convo or to play starting around 10ish till Noonish, weather dependent.
Camphill Coffee (A Private Membership Organisation)
546 Camphill Road, Hawea Flat
ABOUT JAM FOR FREEDOM NZ
JFF NZ is the New Zealand chapter of a worldwide movement of Jam For Freedom started in the UK by Cambel McLaughlin endorsed by Eric Clapton and Van Morrison. It's about creating community, and getting the message out
about Freedom and Health
Our Story
We're on Fire to
Share the Message of Freedom Through Music
Not too long ago we were in lockdowns, mandates and a divided nation. Some say Kiwi's are feeling the aftereffects of trauma from that difficult time. And let's face it, - It's not really a cakewalk at the moment - people are stressed. Music can help heal that divide and reach people in unique ways. Of course, if you're reading this, and you're a free thinking muso, we're preaching to the choir.
New Zealand became one of the newest chapters of Jam For Freedom early in 2024..
We have big plans and need your help. Not only do we need muso's but we want to organise some cool events on the north and south islands.
Also a road tour is in the works, a traveling Jam For Freedom roadshow, based on Coffeehouses I used to run in the states - a volunteer concert series where the audience is trained to listen to the performer. For starters we'll be on the road on the South Island, then head north at some point. .
We've not had our inaugural event/s (North and South Islands) yet so anyone want to get involved? Let's roll up sleeves, get planning and get ready to play. If you want to take an active role in helping launch Jam For Freedom New Zealand and even taking the reins as part of a steering group, get in touch! I'd love to be a part of a collaborative team!
Do you want to play songs that make a difference, that support truth and an undefeatable spirit? . Do you feel like creating music, connecting with other like-hearted muso's for change, The Telegram chat is a place to get the ball rolling, .If you'd like join the convo, please get in touch.
Cheers
Randall Richards
Jam For Freedom on Facebook (stay tuned)
Jam For Freedom on Telegram
Jam For Freedom NZ on Telegram (Get in touch for invite link)
Interested?
Get in Touch - Get Involved
We Need You.
For More Information:Randall Richards, Facilitator, Chief Bottle Washer randall@mtnspirit.org | 02041112668
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