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25 Texas artists, dubbed the Fort Worth Musicians Choir, joined forces to support the area’s struggling refugee community with the release of their version of the Willie Nelson classic “Living in the Promiseland.”

All proceeds from the song and video benefit Refugee Services of Texas, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to finding homes and jobs for, educating, and acclimating the area's refugee population.

“‘Living in the Promiseland’ speaks of the struggles of refugees and immigrants to America, referencing the words at the base of the Statue of Liberty,” says singer-songwriter Dan Johnson who arranged and conducted the orchestra and choir. "These folks aren't illegal immigrants. They're families with children who have waited an average of 7 years in refugee camps and gone through all the proper legal channels and background checks, to try to pursue the American dream of freedom and build a better life for themselves and their children."Johnson is best known for his 2018 concept album/book project Hemingway, another non-profit endeavor which funded a 2 year tour of veteran suicide prevention concerts and speaking engagements, dedicated to the memory of his father, a veteran who died from suicide when Dan was ten years old. Johnson says recently he became aware that funding and support for refugee services in Texas had been cut off. His own family, having been impoverished and homeless at times when he was a child, left Dan with a heart for displaced and struggling families, and he has volunteered with refugee support services over the years.. "These are good, hard-working people and innocent kids, and they deserve a chance at freedom," Johnson remarks.

Ashley Faye, Development Director for Refugee Services of Texas commented, "Since the onset of the virus quarantine, funding has dried up even more, and so many of their jobs have been lost. This support means more than ever, during this difficult time." The organization also cares for & empowers victims of human trafficking. They've responded to 293 cases of sex & labor trafficking, 32% of which are children under the age of 18. Additionally RST provides support for individuals with Special Immigrant Visas who have put their own lives at risk to work with the US Armed Forces in Iraq and Afghanistan, serving as translators and interpreters. Because of their help with the US forces, they are no longer safe in their home countries, and the US welcomes them to build a safe and secure life for their families, here in the States.

Johnson reached out to friends in the music community and asked if they would be willing to put together a benefit to help the regional organization and was blown away by the response. The group, equally comprised of male and female artists, even includes 2 musicians who came here as refugees themselves through the RST organization, from the Congo and Iran. Co-producer Grant Jackson Wilborn, noted for his work with famed Texas artist Ryan Bingham, offered his services and studio, 7013 Records, in Fort Worth for the production. Vocalists in the 15 member choir included favorites like Jackie Darlene, Big Joe Walker, and Andrew Sevener, recently acclaimed for his long run to the final four on NBC's The Voice. Musicians in the 10 piece orchestra included the likes of Aden Bubeck, Miranda Lambert's longtime bass player and lead guitarist Ryan Tharp, revered for his work with artists like Bonnie Raitt.
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Written By David Lynn Jones All Rights Reserved
Produced By:
Dan Johnson @DanJohnsonUS
Grant Jackson Wilborn @7013records
Produced At:
7013 Records
Fort Worth, TX

Instrumental Arrangements:
Dan Johnson
Vocal Arrangements:
Dan Johnson
Casey Wilson
Conductor:
Dan Johnson
Recording Engineer:
Grant Jackson Wilborn
Orchestra:
Ryan Tharp: Lead & Rhythm Guitar @ryan.tharp
Clint Kirby: Drums @clint.kirby
Danny Stone: Electric Bass @dstonebass
Esmaeil Zarghami: Acoustic Guitar
Isaac Dusabamahoro: Piano & Guitar @isaac_nrzz
Cello:
Sarah Nichole Rogerson @sarahnicholecello
Chris Bassett @_i_t_s_y_a_b_o_i_
Jared Sullivan @jradicalsully
Double Bass:
Aden Bubeck @adenbubeck
Jeremy Hull @jeremyhull
Vocalists (In Order of Appearance):
Skylar Payne @skylarpaynemusic
Aubrey Wallace @el_chupacaubrey
Hannah Owens @hannahowensmusic
Jessi England @jessi_england
Andrew Sevener @andrew7ermusic
Jackie Darlene @jackiedarlenemusic
Big Joe Walker @bigjoewalker
The Pour Brothers (Casey Wilson & Mike Webb) @thepourbrothers @caseyraywilson @webbsteroni
Isaac Dusabamahoro
Melinda Adams @meladamsmusic
Dan Johnson @DanJohnsonUS
Additional Choir Members:
Keegan McEnroe @keeganmcinroe
Sarah Nichole Rogerson
Joe Savage @joesavagefortworth
D. Anson Brody @dansonbrody
Video By:
Steve Pitman @_stevepitman
Videographers:
Steve Pitman
Gabriel Campos @the_gabrielcampos
Still Photography:
Scott Cook @scottcookphoto