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My Morning Jacket have unveiled a new single ahead of their inclusion in the politically activated livestream event, slated to occur over two nights at Nashville’s Ascend Amphitheatre on Sept. 18 and 19. The aforementioned concerts will benefit nonpartisan voter registration powerhouse HeadCount while doubling as tour stops for the group’s The Eye To Eye Tour with Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats. 

The new song, “Aren’t We One?” aims to unite and uphold the idea of interconnectedness harnessed to human experience. “Music is the invisible architecture holding up the entire universe,” says Jim James.“Music is the great reminder that life, despite its challenges, still brims with so much beauty. Music connects us back to the source – the heartbeat of existence, the force of love that binds us all, that boundless ocean of cosmic energy.”

“Aren’t We One?” presents a powerful new anthem for My Morning Jacket, co-written by Jim James and Bo Koster with help from Manchester Orchestra’s Andy Hull. James continued to speak to the track’s intended effect, “In these times of great confusion and shifting energies, let us remember love, equality, and unity. Let us move past the divide-and-conquer mentality holding us back and come together to uplift one another and heal our planet. A rainbow is the greatest example we have of this in life, where all of the diverse colors come together to form something much greater than they ever could have done on their own.”

“No matter what walk of life one may stroll–who doesn’t enjoy the majesty of a rainbow out in nature?! We are all part of that great ever-changing living rainbow called life. Let us act with compassion and listen to the heartbeat of the universe, the voice of conscience within our souls, guiding us towards peace, reminding us that we are all one… all part of the same love,” he imparted, following up with choice charities for considered support, including Doctors Without Borders, Amnesty International and Global Citizen.

In concluding his statement, James touches on the real mission behind the music: “Most importantly, register to VOTE and exercise your right to choose. Your voice matters. Every vote counts. Don’t let your voice go unheard. In the upcoming election, we believe in the leadership of @kamalaharris and @timwallz, who are working tirelessly to create a world of fairness, equality, and peace. Visit @headcountorg for information on registering to vote or voting in your area.” 

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