Pussy Power

Good Morning my loves,
An early start for me today, stomach full of porridge and coffee with thoughts tumbling out of my head- I had to do something.

Okay, so most of you may know possibly about the recent events and prosecutions surrounding Pussy Riot: Punk, feminist band originating from Moscow, Russia. Founded in 2011, with a variable membership of approx. 11 women who run protest performances and are known for their "guerrilla" performances in unusual places of choice. However, 3 members staged a performance outside Moscow's Cathedral of Christ the Saviour on February 21st 2012 and were immediately removed by safety officials are were jailed at a later date following protests and appeals for their release but to no avail. One member has been since bailed, but the other two women are still alone and cut off from one another.
This is where Shatter Japan come in to play, they are an online journal-column that showcases and writes online about artists of the edgy music and social culture and of minority. Founded by Olivia Mayumi Moss in Tokyo, in frustration about the lack of media and attention on female, coloured and minor artists, she set out for a change and to help in getting them the attention they deserved and to have their voices finally heard. Shatter Japan is super cool, as they have been tracking the Pussy Riot situation for a while now, they are now hosting a Pussy Riot commemoration festival in Manchester, UK at Krakk on the 18th-19th August this year. With it being a non-profit event it certainly is a brilliant event that should not be missed. There will be musical appearances there whilst talks and other activities. The whole event is in celebration of the talented members of Pussy Riots and especially the 2 members, still jailed.

As it being non-profit, they aren't asking for any payment but donations to Pussy Riots case are welcomed greatly. Why don't you check out the event for yourself at Shatter Japan's site here: http://www.shatterjapan.com/ or for any other information for future Shatter Japan events.
Come down, it's a fantastic experience-show your support to the remaining two members, heath and safety of these two marvellous women are detracting and they need our help! This treatment isn't fair or acceptable, time is running out.

Tweet Shatter Japan on twitter, hash-tagging "this shit is fucked", show some love and support online. Because one person can still make a difference.
#thisshitisfucked

Madison xxx