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The Knockturnal: What was the catalyst behind creating the Music is Unity Foundation?
The Knockturnal: Wow, what an amazing organization! How has it been building this up for more than a decade? Have you found any difficulty?
The Knockturnal: How did you cross paths with Dreion?
The Knockturnal: Why were you so adamant about creating a foundation for foster care youth?
The Knockturnal: Could you share how raising money for the foundation has coincided with the “Power of Unity” campaign?
The Knockturnal: How can our readers get involved with the foundation as far as donating?
The Knockturnal: Earth Wind and Fire is headed on tour with Lionel Richie—will the backstage soundcheck initiative be a part of the tour?
Philip Bailey: Not every single date, but we have certain dates that we’re doing it because of the travel logistics.
The Knockturnal: And how does it feel to be going on tour with the band and Lionel?
The Knockturnal: Also, I wanted to ask you! I don’t know if you’ve seen but a lot of Earth, Wind, and Fire’s music has been going viral on TikTok. How has it been seeing it really go viral online with a younger generation?
The Knockturnal: Final question—we talked about foster youth and people who haven’t been given certain opportunities. What is your biggest advice to young people that have had obstacles in their life and want to make a career in the music industry?