Abbotfinney's frontman Jeffrey Alan, is a multifaceted individual: recording
artist, performer, entrepreneur, sustainable builder, and a passionate,
dedicated protagonist in the struggle to raise awareness of climate change
and to marshal resources to address the problem. He is emblematic of a new
generation of young adults; committed to combating the threat that climate
change poses to our planet and to developing environmentally sustainable
ways of living and working.
Alan is using his music as a vehicle to promote environmental causes
and wants to offer like-minded musicians the opportunity to link up via
the new campaign he is spearheading: GlobeAid365 (www.globe365.com). The
GlobeAid365 campaign will enlist music artists, venues, and tour promoters,
as well as music retailers and e-tailers, to promote sustainable practices,
increase global awareness of environmental issues, and to raise funds
to support key environmental initiatives. GlobeAid365's primary vehicle
will be a live worldwide concert series which is set to launch in 2008
and circle the globe every year thereafter (carbon neutrally of course).
Proceeds from the sale of concert tickets, CD’s, digital music downloads
and ringtones, as well as corporate sponsorships and private contributions
will help fund research and education programs, as well as specific initiatives
including reforestation programs and voter education. Explains Alan, "GlobeAid365
is built on the strong ability to reach people through the ever-connected
bond of music and music community and their ability to move ideas from
a personal experience into front-and-center on the world's stage."
“We will generate a strong grass-roots movement in the image of moveon.org."
“What separates us is that we are built on a long-term commitment
to sustainability. Globeaid365 will focus on long-term relationships with
environmentally conscious sponsors and media to keep the cause in the
headlines.”
In 2004, a freak injury that nearly severed his right leg found Jeffrey
fighting for his life in a foreign country. After recovering at a miraculous
pace from this near-death experience, Jeffrey is fueling his music and
cause with a renewed and even more passionate perspective on his life
and dreams. “Life is so short and I am more determined and closer
to my music than ever before.”
Jeffrey is no stranger to the music industry. Abbotfinney’s first
self-titled release earned a place on the charts with the single, “Feeling
Rather Lonely” debuting at 28 on the AC40 chart alongside Don Henley
and David Gray. Abbotfinney are reputed for their powerful and captivating
live performances, and have shared the stage with artists including Brandi
Carlile, Maktub, Five for Fighting, Marcy Playground, The Calling, and
Deep Blue Something. This fire is the fuel behind Abbotfinneys new album,
“What You're Here For” (FreeFall Music) which is now available.
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