In his book, Why We Can’t Wait, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “freedom songs are the soul of the movement. They are more than just incantations of clever phrases designed to invigorate a campaign…[they are] the sorrow songs, the shouts for joy, the battle hymns and the anthems of our movement.” From Bob Dylan’s “Blowing in the Wind” to Amythyst Kiah’s “Black Myself,” music has always been a conduit for hope and empowerment but, in a world where justice and equity have somehow become synonymous with ‘being too political,’ are hope and empowerment enough. Join Crys Matthews for a frank discussion about the ways in which she uses music to, not only call out, but to also call in.

Free to the public.
Pay what you can Donation at the door – all funds go to Crys Matthews

About Crys Matthews
Crys Matthews was just named as the 2025 “Artist of the Year” at this year’s International Folk Music Awards. Already being hailed as “the next Woody Guthrie,” she is among the brightest stars of the new generation of social justice music-makers. A powerful lyricist whose songs of compassionate dissent reflect her lived experience as what she lightheartedly calls “the poster-child for intersectionality.” 

This event is being supported by the Oswego Music Hall.
Crys Matthews is performing along with The Nields at the Oswego Music Hall on March 8th at 7:30pm. Tickets available HERE.

Co-sponsoring organizations: ArtRage Gallery, Paul Robeson Performing Arts Company, Pink Rock Culture Co-op and the Syracuse Community Choir.