Archive for June 23rd, 2009

23rd June
2009
written by Ashlie Rodriguez

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Did you know both George Washington and Thomas Jefferson cultivated hemp crops? Historically, hemp has always been used for a variety of products like food, paper, and clothing; however, the United States government has unjustifiably kept modern generations from enjoying the endless– and sustainable — benefits of hemp crops due to its physical similarity to marijuana. (more…)

23rd June
2009
written by admin

MsGreen_PIC

So, Miss Heather Green… tell YOURMUSIC a little bit about yourself.

I was born in the tiny town of Julian, California in a log cabin with a well as our main source of water. You ever heard of the expression hippie baby? Probably not, but now you have. I was a hippie baby. I was raised in the North County of San Diego, mostly Encinitas. Encinitas is my permanent home, no matter how long I am away from it.

That’s awesome. What influenced your decision to become a musician?

Music has been a constant support for me in life. I’ve been singing since I was four or five. As I grew older I tried to focus my attention on other careers and goals, but through the support of others or just through my own wanting, life always lead me back to a career in music, through my voice.

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