PACT (Pittsburgh Artists Combatting Terrorism)
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God's Gonna Cry God's Gonna Cry
Written by Tim Grealish in response to the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and performed by Pittsburgh Artists Combatting Terrorism (PACT)... Tim Grealish,John Fiore, B.J. Collins, Max Woodhall, Doug Deets, and Joshua Smith.
"GOD'S GONNA CRY," a song written by Tim Grealish from the
band Morgan Grealish, came to life as a result of a horrific tragedy. Tim's idea was to record his song with some of Pittsburghs finest musicians who are consistently ranked at the top of genre charts on Soundclick.com, the world's busiest MP3 site.
The group of artists calls itself "PACT," or "Pittsburgh Artists Combating Terrorism."
This eclectic group of locals includes singer-songwriter Tim Grealish, drummer Doug Deets, and guitarist Joshua Smith, all from the band MORGAN GREALISH. The group also features local guitar great JOHN FIORE, who amazes audiences with sizzling virtuoso performances. Keyboardist B.J. Collins plays piano and organ on the PACT CD, but B.J. is better known for his performances in Pittsburgh area churches and coffeehouses with his band, SEVENTY TIMES SEVEN. The PACT lineup is rounded out by Max Woodhall, the popular bass player who has performed for many years with his club band, THE RHYTHM ADVENTURERS.
"GOD'S GONNA CRY" is a poignant rock anthem dedicated to the victims of the World Trade Center attacks, and it was recorded at he city's finest recording studio, "ANYTHING AUDIO." The North Side studio features the talents of Dave Bjornson and James Kopaz, both respected sound engineers known for their ability to turn music into magic.
"Pittsburghers will love this song - it's straight-ahead rock," says Grealish. "There are plenty of ways to help these people, but as artists, we can reflect on what people are feeling and express it musically. All Americans want to chip-in and help; we're doing it our way. Music is universal, it's life-affirming."
Keyboardist B.J. Collins is looking at the bigger picture. "We must somehow use our art, our music, to remember those who perished. We must create music that honors the heroes who died trying to save the lives of those victims. We must record and promote songs that serve as a reminder to those who will listen that the world includes both good and evil, and if the good are not prepared, then evil shall prevail. Our music must be a reflection of the world around us, and we must function as the storytellers who teach and prepare future generations. That's our responsibility as the artists of our time."
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