Uploaded July 2022 | Updated September 2026, 20 minutes ago
Composer Charles Stepney's original demo version of what became the Earth, Wind & Fire classic "That's The Way Of The World;" taken from Charles Stepney's de-facto debut album, "Step on Step," released September 9th, 2022 on International Anthem.
Deemed one of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time by Rolling Stone, this original 4-track demo version of “That’s The Way of the World” offers an unprecedented look into Stepney’s creative process, and helps us understand what EWF lead singer Philip Bailey meant when he said in 2001: “The success of Earth Wind & Fire, and all our great songs that we made in that era, would not, could not, and wouldn’t have been made without Charles Stepney. He was very much an equal part, or more, than all of us put together.”
Listen to Charles Stepney's “That’s The Way of the World” and pre-order "Step on Step" here:
intlanthem.bandcamp.com/album/step-on-step
Composer Charles Stepney's original demo version of what became the Earth, Wind & Fire classic "That's The Way Of The World;" taken from Charles Stepney's de-facto debut album, "Step on Step," released September 9th, 2022 on International Anthem.
Deemed one of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time by Rolling Stone, this original 4-track demo version of “That’s The Way of the World” offers an unprecedented look into Stepney’s creative process, and helps us understand what EWF lead singer Philip Bailey meant when he said in 2001: “The success of Earth Wind & Fire, and all our great songs that we made in that era, would not, could not, and wouldn’t have been made without Charles Stepney. He was very much an equal part, or more, than all of us put together.”
Listen to Charles Stepney's “That’s The Way of the World” and pre-order "Step on Step" here:
intlanthem.bandcamp.com/album/step-on-step
![Makaya McCraven - Just Stay Right There [Official Video by Eshovo Momoh]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TakzTVNMGiM/mqdefault.jpg "Makaya McCraven - Just Stay Right There [Official Video by Eshovo Momoh]
Official video for Just Stay Right There, track 13 from Makaya McCravens 2015 International Anthem release, In The Moment. Makaya McCraven on drums/production with Jeff Parker on guitar and Matt Ulery on double bass. Video directed by Eshovo Momoh.
Artist statement:
Upon first listen, Just Stay Right There presented a beautifully meshed layering of sound that conveyed a certain depth. The constant murmur of voices in the background suggested an organic development/process for how this track came to be. It gave the feel of a live recorded jam session. While these voices provided a context of time, the steadying drum provided a pace that suggested action or drive. Action and an appreciation for the origin of the sounds that come together on this track became a source of inspiration that led me in search of footage that responded to me in that way.
My own interests and cultural influences have developed my voice into one unafraid to discuss divisive cultural issues. As a first generation American born to parents who immigrated from Nigeria, I learned early on that the racial injustices in America were not resolved with silence. Whether were ready or not, the current condition of our United States of America is forcing us to face these types difficult conversations. In the midst of riots and protests happening across the country in solidarity with the families of Mike Brown and Eric Garner, i was drawn to the blueprint laid by African American ancestors following the wake of injustice. My intention to discuss fragile issues gained perspective when i located the footage used of the 1967 Detroit Riots.
In response to the voices conversing in the background, I felt they added a rhythm on pace with human behavior. One that was different than the percussion. That contrast inspired me to focus on how to emphasize for a listener and viewer the simultaneous rhythms taking place. The addition of the color window allowed me that expression as I was able to present a visual representation of Makaya McCravens Just Stay Right There.
- Eshovo Momoh")
![Ahleuchatistas - Erosion [Official Video]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/W-lEMrcElYA/mqdefault.jpg "Ahleuchatistas - Erosion [Official Video]
Erosion from Ahleuchatistas 2015 International Anthem release, Arrebato.
Directed, Shot and Edited by Sam Klickner October 2015 in Portland, Oregon.
Organic Liquid Effects Shot and Composited by Dustin Houston.
Featuring Andrew Auble.
Music composed and performed by Aheluchatistas: Ryan Oslance and Shane Parish.
IARC0006 available on Vinyl LP, CD, and digital download.
www.intlanthem.com")
![Carlos Niño & Friends - Salon Winds [film by Cara Stricker]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Wo98AKlQN1I/mqdefault.jpg "Carlos Niño & Friends - Salon Winds [film by Cara Stricker]
from the Carlos Niño & Friends album More Energy Fields, Current
https://intlanthem.bandcamp.com/album/more-energy-fields-current
Please be aware strobe effect is used in this film around the 5:15 mark.
Throughout 2020, I was involved in Presenting Live Concerts for small Audiences, in the Backyards of Private Residences, and in a few Courtyards. We created spaces where people could be themselves, with as much openness as they wanted, celebrating togetherness and creativity. Salon Winds (with Jamire Williams on Drums, Jamael Dean on Keys, Aaron Shaw on Saxophone and Flute, Nate Mercereau on Guitar Synth, and me on Percussion) is a fully improvised journey, a collective spontaneous composition that was recorded by Jason Lader at one of these concerts. One in Malibu, at Mike D and Tamra Daviss, that Travis Lett made delicious food during, on Wednesday, August 26th. It was at this event that I first met Director Cara Stricker who would later agree to make this Film. I remember getting the Audio Recording after we played, and Mixing this piece late that same Night . . . - Carlos Niño, Woodland Hills, California , April 2021.
more about filmmaker Cara Stricker:
http://www.carastricker.com/")
