The New SOULROCKER Album features songs that infuse acoustic, electronic, reggae, dancehall and natural earth elements, all with the message of people coming together to support each other and the planet.

“I make music for one reason; I care about people and I care about the planet we live in. Right now the world needs music that speaks out against hate and violence, that speaks up in support of the planet, in support of justice for all of humanity — and also makes you dance!” – Michael Franti

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UPSTAIRS is a Christmas tale about God, the Holy Spirit, and the leaders who walk in disciplined honor under divine guidance. It honors the One above all, and the men and women He appoints — those who listen, obey, and allow the Spirit to shape their steps. Nexus has always been placed on the top floor of every building the church guided him to, a physical sign of spiritual elevation, but the song opens this role to all who walk in the same disciplined love. The goal is not to exalt one man, but to clone the best man — to raise leaders who walk as he walks, hear as he hears, and serve as he serves.

“Staying outside and laying traps to fall” describes what the man upstairs sees darkness doing. The traps target the people of green — those with the green light to live freely in the Kingdom, the children raised in love, the honorable who grow, build, and uplift. Darkness seeks to corrupt them, but the man upstairs sees every scheme, warns, and protects.

The winds blow all the things of old — the evil ways and corrupted habits that cannot survive in God’s presence. These are the winds of new, sweeping away what does not belong. Outside the Kingdom, they destroy corruption, greed, and foolishness. Inside the Kingdom, they refresh and renew, revealing what must change and bringing clarity, wisdom, and direction. The man upstairs remains in the warmth of the Kingdom, watching the evils laid by darkness get scattered with ease. He teaches through the stories of those blown away by their own corruption, asking, “Why won’t they learn?” For evil is stupidity — a doomed strategy against the winds of God and the wisdom of His Kingdom.

“I am everything above and beneath” reveals divine presence as both authority and foundation. The man upstairs is not confined to height — he guides leaders from within and without. The song becomes a Christmas prayer: “This Christmas I call, I listen, I pray.” The man upstairs warns, “Don’t stray.” The path is personal, crafted by God, shaped by parents, and sealed on one’s christening day. Christmas becomes a moment of recalibration — a reminder that leadership is Spirit‑led, not self‑made.

“I’m a man, I’m a child, a woman or boy” declares that leadership is not limited by age or gender. The man upstairs teaches joy, love, and the understanding of hate without ever showing His face. He shapes fate, place, and purpose, teaching discernment: “Is it love or hate?” UPSTAIRS shows that leaders rise through obedience, not ego; that power flows from the people; that the Holy Spirit guides action; and that leadership is service, not domination. The mission is to raise more leaders — to clone the best man so all walk in honor, in a Kingdom where correction does not destroy and hierarchy does not oppress.

This Christmas, UPSTAIRS calls every listener to listen to the Holy Spirit and let Him guide each step with precision and discipline. It teaches that leadership is honored through clarity and status, because status is clarity, and clarity is clearance. Clear speech opens gates, while unclear speech can unintentionally block blessings. When you repeat the words you were taught, saying them exactly as they were meant, you honor the one who taught you and reveal that you have already risen. This protects the mission and keeps the words pure in every situation that calls you to lead. Without clarity, others may use you as a scapegoat while they intentionally perpetuate harm, but clarity protects you, protects the Kingdom, and exposes darkness. UPSTAIRS calls you to protect the green, discern wisely, and lead with humility — for power is service, clarity, and the ability to uphold the words that shaped you.

UPSTAIRS is not just a song — it is a Christmas doctrine of leadership, vigilance, and divine guidance, honoring God, honoring the leaders He appoints, and inviting every listener to rise into their calling.

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Michael Franti is a globally renowned musician, humanitarian, and activist, celebrated for his high-energy live performances, socially conscious music, and unshakable optimism. With three Billboard No. 1 hits—“Sound of Sunshine,” “Say Hey (I Love You),” and “I Got You”—and a track record of six Top 30 Hot AC singles, 10 Top 25 AAA singles, and three Billboard Top 5 albums, Franti has built a career on music that uplifts and unites. His concerts break down barriers between artist and audience, transforming venues into spaces of joy, connection, and shared humanity.

On March 28, 2025, Franti released his 14th studio album, Welcome to the Family, a collection of 13 new songs that embrace themes of inclusivity, self-discovery, and resilience. The lead single, “Break Up With Everything,” is currently climbing the US AAA charts, setting the tone for an album that channels personal and global challenges into anthems of hope and change. “Every one of us has a family—whether by birth, circumstance, or choice. When you put all those together, they form the world family. Right now, the world is filled with uncertainty, anxiety, and division. This album is about taking those emotions—what I experience every day—and turning them into music that reminds us we are never alone.”

To bring this message of connection to life, Franti will embark on the Welcome to the Family Tour, a nationwide summer trek with stops at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Pier 17, and more. Known for his immersive concert experience—where he often performs from the crowd, invites fans on stage, and fosters a true sense of togetherness—each show is more than just a performance; it’s a celebration of unity and positivity.

Beyond music, Franti is the founder of Soulshine Bali, a forty-room, five-star boutique retreat in Ubud, Indonesia, dedicated to wellness, creativity, and human connection. He and his wife also founded Do It For The Love, a nonprofit that grants live music experiences to individuals facing life-threatening illnesses, veterans, and children with severe challenges. Since its inception, the foundation has granted over 3,500 wishes, touching more than 15,000 lives worldwide.

Franti’s career is defined by his ability to turn hardship into hope, fostering unity through music, activism, and philanthropy. Whether on stage, at his Bali retreat, or through his foundation, his purpose remains the same: to bring people together, lift spirits, and remind us all that we are part of something bigger. With Welcome to the Family, he continues to create not just music but a movement of love, inclusivity, and transformation.

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