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Michael Franti is a globally recognized musician, activist and award-winning filmmaker revered for his high-energy live shows, inspiring music, worldwide philanthropic efforts and the power of optimism. Throughout his multi-decade career, Franti has earned three Billboard No. 1's with triumphantly hopeful hits "Sound of Sunshine," "Say Hey (I Love You)" and "I Got You," as well as six Top 30 Hot AC singles, 10 Top 25 AAA Singles and three Billboard Top 5 Rock Albums. Spearhead's Follow Your Heart was released in June 2022 and debuted at No. 2 on the iTunes Pop Chart behind Harry Styles. Praised by American Songwriter as "an energizing batch of songs that spotlight the common threads that connect us," Franti & Spearhead's 13th studio album Big Big Love is available everywhere now, featuring 17 tracks cowritten by Franti, reflecting his tenacity, inclusiveness and optimism.
Franti & Spearhead will embark on the Togetherness Tour in 2024, bringing their dynamic and invigorating shows to Soulrockers across the U.S., including a return to the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre. With 60+ dates through the summer, the Togetherness Tour will kick off at the Tortuga Music Festival on April 6 in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
The Bay-Area native resides in Bali when he is not on tour and owns Soulshine Bali, a 32-room top-rated boutique hotel located in Ubud, Bali that focuses on joy through wellness and music, offering unique retreat opportunities and accommodations, along with special events and celebrations. Franti continues to foster community both on and off stage with a wish granting non-profit, Do It For The Love, which brings those with life threatening illnesses, veterans, and children with severe challenges to concerts worldwide, fulfilling over 3,500 wishes and touching the lives of over 15,000 people to date.
Firstly, Michael Bernard Fitzgerald was fantastic! What a great way to start the evening off! Michael Franti is such a spectacular performer....tons of energy and very engaging with everyone....he spread the l<3ve to everyone :)
Really enjoyed the show ... would be even better in an outdoor venue, but Michael Franti still managed to come up to the 2nd floor balcony and shake hands and sing with us up there. So even the higher up seats were able to feel a part of the show. He was always mingling with the crowd but the Burton Cummings Theater is not a very venue for doing that, as quite often we couldn't see him ... Also wish he did more of his older stuff ...
Michael Franti HAPPY POSITIVE AMAZING!! go see him
Genuine, over the top, incredible music, entertainment and band! Michael, you are one amazing artist! Thank you for a great night!
This was an amazing concert, and probably the best I have ever attended. The venue was excellent and allowed Michael to go around the audience and reach virtually everyone! I would love to go back and relive that night.
I've seen this band twice in its initial incarnation, mellow to building infectious rap grooves. Political, social commentary and above all a party, feel good rhythmic vibe. But that was in the days of the albums 'Home' & 'Chocolate Supa Highway'. When they first hit the stage with the bubblegum pop I figured, 'okay he's getting the single pop record out of the way, maybe it was a hit'. Sadly, no. The entire gig was a Jack Johnson nod to reggae/pop. It was unreal, I couldn't believe it. All the depth and groove gone, replaced by self help Miley Cyrus, (early Miley Cyrus) lyrics and feel. I was sadened. I left early. I guess you can never go 'Home'.
Michael Franti has such a beautiful stage presence. The music was incredible, as always, and his ability to reach out and connect with the audience makes him so unique. This man was born to touch the lives of the people who listen to him and he is such a special human being.
Great music, fantastic energy, amazing performance, intimate and warm..... WOW
A fantastic (Canadian!) opening act, followed by yet another unforgettable show by Michael Franti and Spearhead. They never disappoint! Everyone at the Danforth Music Hall was bouncing that night!!
This is my third time at a Michael Franti concert. He never disappoints. The energy, happiness, and message of love from him, his band and his music are wonderful and should be experienced by all. Cannot wait to see him again and jump for 2 hours! Fantastic!
I've seen them play many times, in many varied venues, and this was by far the best show yet! The energy was incredible!
This was my second time seeing Michael Franti, he is a true performer! He makes you feel like you're one of his best friends....he plays a good portion of his show down in the crowd, with his fans, giving love! He plays his music from his heart and soul and you feel it! He is a modern day Marley!!!
Absolutely love Michael Franti and Spearhead!!! We saw them in July at the Molson Amp in Toronto and they were great, can't wait to see them again at the Danforth Music Hall!!! Michael sings like no one else and he's so full of energy and the music is soooooo good you just don't want it to end! He understands this world but he's still full of love.....S beautiful soul!
Michael Franti and Spearhead we absolutley amazing!! I knew they would be great, but I was blown away by how great they would be. Michael himself has so much energy and passes that through to the audience. His love for the fans truly shines through as he and his bandmates play and sing throughout the crowd. They are willing to meet their fans and take the time to thank them personally. What an amazing group of people and experience!
Non stop love rocking jam down! He's getting better with age, a true artist and expert at reaching out and connecting with his fans in such a genuine way. We didn't stop dancing the whole time and great to see Toronto caught up in a moment.
Michael Franti was energetic, dynamic and engaging! Live show is totally worth it.
Michael Franti and crew have developed not just a great vibe over the years but lyrically what is needed in this day and age. I cannot believe more people haven't caught on. Poppy, reaggae, ska beats that put anyone of any age in a summertime mood. And he showed this showmanship bringing a 79 year old on stage as well as a bunch of kids. It is good to know that music, most of what I myself listen to, doesn't have to be always angst-laden. Appreciate the life you have, take a little bit of love and spread it organically and we'll all be smilin'. I may be biased as I bought tickets to see them opening for John Mayer earlier this year and left as soon as the twittering fool came out. MF's music not just stands out but will stand the test of time unlike the JM's of the world. Too bad more people don't know that but it did allow room for us to dance who came. Instead of 2000, he could easily get a crowd 10x that going and and Brian Wilson wrote so long ago in another time-tested song, "Wouldn't that be nice".....
I loved early Spearhead, disposable heroes, and don't get me wrong, MF and the gang put on a great show. But, I was there with a bunch of long time Spearhead fans who were saying it's getting pretty poppy. It used to be more political and now it's all peace and love. There are lots of people out there who do a worse job of pop, but it's certainly worth mentioning. I've attended my last Spearhead show. Thanks for the memories. And the new, poppy, sappy whiteboy guitarist contributes nothing to the sound. No business whatsoever sharing the stage with those other musicians.
Michael Franti and Spearhead put on an amazing uplifting performance. First time seeing them and i will definitely see them again. Kool haus was a great venue to see them perform !!!
Wonderful show...for all ages. You will be saying remember when I we saw Michael at Kool Haus....
