According
to the dictionary, hope is “a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain
thing to happen,” “a person or thing that may help or save someone,” and “grounds for believing that something good may happen”. A group of artists that
encapsulate this are the Luminaries. Based out of Los Angeles, the Luminaries music is an uplifting experience that sparks that desire to make a difference.
Through
a mix of melodious harmonies, conscious hip hop and well orchestrated sounds, the Luminaries’ vision for peace and action speaks to the heart. Their lyrics
speak volumes about positive change not only in the individual but also for the
planet in its entirety. Their group is a growing force for MCs, rappers,
singers, DJs, and musicians to come together and focus their energies on a
common goal.
But
this group not only speaks about change, they act on it. "Practice
what you preach" is a phrase many say but few follow. Each member lives what
they say through their continuous participation in the community in which they
come from, letting the poetry of their words and music shine through in their
everyday lives. They feed the mind, body, and spirit to elevate the
“love vibration of the planet”.
The
Luminaries can be found at many different events at as many venues amongst an
array of different types of people, but two things are consistent: the element of connectedness, and the feeling that we as a whole will make this world a better
place.
Although the future may seem bleak at times, it is comforting to know that
you can simply turn to music created by artists such as the Luminaries for hope to be restored.
