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It’s time for a Lenny Revolution. Check out our exclusive show with rocker Lenny Kravitz. Only on Soundcheck.
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Soundcheck is an original performance series created by the Wal-Mart Music team, giving you the opportunity to go behind the scenes and get an in-studio look at some of your favorite artists. Soundcheck plays right here on Walmart.com, or, for the full high definition experience, visit any Walmart store and head to the Electronics department to watch it on the Walmart TV Network.
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The Fans Ask Lenny:
Some highlights from our fan Q&A at the Fillmore.
"What was your main inspiration in writing the songs for the new album?"
"Just life, man. Every record just comes out and there's a lot of emotions and things that accumulate inside you. It's just life. We live in a really messed up world, but you know what? Peace and the love revolution and all these things that we talk about... they're inside us, man. If we are depending on the world to allow us to have that, we'll never get there. The love revolution starts right inside you."
"What female artist has influenced you the most throughout your career - and why?"
"If there was one, it would probably be Aretha Franklin. She really taught myself and everybody what singing really is."
What's playing in your MP3 player right now?
"Lately, a lot of Miles Davis. I've been listening to him constantly. Led Zeppelin, obviously. Gladys Knight and the Pips, Donny Hathaway. I listen to so much music, I could just go on and on. Earth, Wind and Fire are always in there."
"On a bad day, what kind of music lifts you up?"
"You know, if you're feeling a little funky and you put on some Roy Ayers, you feel good instantly. There's an Earth, Wind and Fire tune that I put on if I'm feeling funky; there's a song called 'Turn It Into Something Good.' That always makes me feel good. A little Carole King, 'I Feel the Earth Move Under My Feet.'"
The Closing
With over 400 Lenny fans packed into the historic confines of San Francisco's Fillmore theatre, the talented Mr. Kravitz delivered a double whammy: an intimate set and a blazing rock performance. It's hard to believe that Lenny dropped his debut album almost 20 years ago; the 43-year-old still sounds just as relevant and fresh as he did in 1989. Those who don't have the chance to see Lenny live will find that evidence in the music - his new opus, 'It Is Time for a Revolution' lands in Wal-Mart stores on February 5. Go get yourself a copy.
-The Crew at Wal-Mart Soundcheck
- Leonard Albert Kravitz was born in New York City on May 26, 1964. He grew up on Manhattan's Upper East Side.
- He comes from a mixed background. His parents are the late Ukrainian-Jewish-American NBC producer Sy Kravitz and Bahamian-American actress Roxie Roker.
- He's named after a legendary family hero. Lenny's uncle, Leonard Kravitz, was killed in action in Korea in 1951. He was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross after saving his platoon during an ambush from an attack by the Chinese army.
- Lenny married 'The Cosby Show' actress Lisa Bonet in 1987. They had a daughter, Zoe Isabella Kravitz, the following year and later divorced.
- Lisa Bonet directed Lenny's debut music video, 'Let Love Rule'
- He's worked with some big stars. Lenny has written and produced for some of the industry's most prestigious acts, including Steven Tyler, Al Green, Curtis Mayfield and Madonna.
As the audience crowd into the Fillmore, Lenny takes to the stage to thunderous applause, kicking off with one of his biggest hits, 'Are You Gonna Go My Way.' From the opening Hendrix-inspired riff, the crowd goes wild. Interestingly enough, this track has enjoyed a boost in popularity lately; Mel B (aka 'Scary Spice') covers the song on the current Spice Girls reunion tour.
Bring It On
"San Francisco!" cries Lenny as he launches into a new track (and the first single) from the rocker's upcoming eighth studio album, 'It Is Time for a Love Revolution.' 'Bring It On,' written, composed, arranged, performed and produced by Lenny, is a swirling, fantastic mix of electric guitars and testament to his one-man brilliance. Sings Lenny: "I'm gonna face my demons, gonna turn 'em down. I'm gonna keep on movin', gonna make my sound."
Always on the Run
It's time for another audience favorite from the Kravitz catalogue: 'Always on the Run,' from the artist's second studio album, 'Mama Said.' Though the original recording features a notable collaboration with Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash, our San Francisco fans don't notice his absence. Sans Slash, Lenny brings an auditorium of more than 400 to their feet. 'Always on the Run' is also a poignant love song to the artist's mother, who passed away in 1995. Sings her proud son: "You can be rich or poor... but my mama said you can be big or small..."
Mr. Cab Driver
The fans know this tune from its infectious opening, and upon Lenny's urging, they join in for the chorus. From his 1989 debut album, 'Let Love Rule,' 'Mr. Cab Driver' (written and produced by Lenny) is about a serious argument the singer once had with a New York City cab driver: "Mr. Cab Driver don't like the way I look, he don't like dreads, he thinks we're all crooks..."
Where Are We Runnin'?
This uptempo rock tune, from his 2004 album, 'Baptism,' is an instant crowd-pleaser. As the audience moves their feet to the music, Lenny delivers signature lyrics that showcase his social conscience: "Where are we runnin'? We need some time to clear our heads. Where are we runnin'? Keep on working 'til we're dead..."
Let Love Rule
Lenny explains his personal theme song best: "If I had to stick with one song, it would be 'Let Love Rule,' because that's what it's all about," the artist explains. Delivering a faithful rendition of his peace anthem, Lenny brings our San Francisco set to a sparkling finish and a cautionary urging: "Love can conquer any war. It's time to take a stand. Brothers and sisters, join hands."
-The Crew at Wal-Mart Soundcheck
