Lauren Coyle Rosen is a cultural anthropologist, artist, and author of Fires of Gold, Law in Light, The Spirit of Ani (coauthored with Ani DiFranco), and seven volumes of poetry and art.

Hannibal Lokumbe is an award-winning composer, jazz musician, poet, author, and educator whose career spans over six decades. In addition to more than 150 musical compositions written and commissioned for orchestra and smaller ensembles, he has published three volumes of poetry: The Ripest of My Fruits, Love Poems to God, and Trilogy: Freedom Dance Cycle.

It's just plain outright powerful.--Carole Haas Gravagno, philanthropist and advocate for peace and global well-being

An instant classic. This book is a must-read for all ages and those who hunger for truth, understanding, and justice. It is a balm for the sin-sick soul and a testimony layered with musical, lyrical poeticism, and wisdom of the sages. The maladies of this American nation and conversely this world are provided a diagnosis by Hannibal on how to spark a communal resurrection for future generations to cure.--Steve Prince, Muscarelle Museum of Art, William & Mary University

Hannibal Lokumbe is quite an amazing entity! May this book go forth to inspire as does his music, and may he and his work live forever.--Audrey N. Glickman, shofar player and author of Pockets: The Problem with Society Is in Women's Clothing

This book is a treasure for anyone interested in the transformative power of music, the history of the African diaspora, and the ongoing struggle for justice and liberation. It is a powerful reminder that music can be more than just entertainment--it can be a pathway to understanding, healing, and profound social change.-- "Rock and Roll Highway"

Holy.--Sonia Sanchez, poet and author