ART, ROCK and REVOLUTION: And the Punk Grace of Mia Zapata

A project in Oakland, CA by Steve Moriarty
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Explore the life of a Latina-American artist known more for the circumstances of her death than the content of her character and genius
Backers: 121
Average Pledge Per Backer: $65

Funded: $7,821 of $5,600
Dates: Jun 18th -> Jul 9th (21 days)
Project By: Steve Moriarty
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Latest News

it’s the final stretch!

July 8th - via: kickstarter.com
We’re in the final stretch... like the Kentucky Derby, eight hours left and I can get back to writing and sending out rewards. If you simply can’t pledge, then maybe you know someone who supports the arts or such things. Forward the link to them... (Read More)

Here's to you, Mia! One more push and we're there.

July 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Today is July 7, the day we lost Mia, 25 years ago. For many of us she has never been gone as we feel her influence and voice year after year. And at the same time, for me personally, I can't help but wonder how many more people she would have... (Read More)

Please join us for special screening

July 7th - via: kickstarter.com
of a special edition of The Gits film. Some special friends will be there to answer questions and I may read a bit from the book. Its the final push Sunday July 8, at 8:00pm at The Ivy Room (Albany,CA). You can also watch a live feed on Kickstarter.... (Read More)

So close to 6000.00!

June 30th - via: kickstarter.com
We blew past the goal of 5600 and I couldn’t be happier. So much love out there. I had no idea that the project would create such a dialogue. I’m even more energized to engage with folks in Mexico in order to counter the malevolent political wind... (Read More)

This could not be a more timely project...

June 29th - via: kickstarter.com
My name is Lee Bateman and I am the Project Manager working with Steve on this project. I am a long-time Gits fan and while I absolutely loved the Gits music from my very first listen, it was Mia that drew me in and never let me go. Her voice, her... (Read More)

Just shy of the goal. Thank you!

June 28th - via: kickstarter.com
I had a soccer coach in high school named Mr. Vogel. He was fairly old but would run the length of the field easily. Someone had poked five digits into his left forearm with what musta been a drippy fountain pen. He told me it was his address, so he... (Read More)

Skateboard Deck Options! Grab this reward before they're gone.

June 24th - via: kickstarter.com
One of the awesome rewards offered in this project is your choice of skateboard deck with Gits-inspired art by Carissa Johnson, multi award-winning Boston/LA singer/songwriter, and lifelong Mia/Gits fan. Each skateboard deck is 100% maple and... (Read More)

Gay Pride

June 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Apart from the masses of miseducated, over served, misguided, fearful white privileged, self-important humans out there contributing to the decline of the Arts, families, education, governments, international peace and indeed the life of the entire... (Read More)

I had no idea...

June 21st - via: kickstarter.com
That 25 years on so many people would even remember The Gits and what we did. I’m blown away by all the kindness and generosity of people. A High school student in Egypt just discovering THE GITS told me the band and Mia changed her life. I’m so... (Read More)

Bands recall

June 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Wow. Thanks\ You .  Off to a great start.  I am gettin people sharing memories and inspiration from The Gits life.  Here is a band from Amsterdam.  Send this song..... (Read More)

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