Joyce Rouse
Performing as Earth Mama, Joyce Rouse was picked for her first album as a finalist in the Nammies, one of Nashville's prestigious music awards. Her success has grown with each subsequent release, and her songs have inspired listeners to act to preserve and protect the Earth. Today, her music is heard in more than eighty countries on syndicated radio programs such as My Green Earth, Every Living Thing, and Environmental Directions.
With more than 90 writer credits, her songs have been recorded by pop and country music artists, featured in movies and ads, and used as theme songs for several national events. Her music has been used extensively by educators and by environmental and peace organizations, such as the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, UNESCO, and Earth Charter. For the 75th Anniversary of Women's Suffrage in 1995, Joyce wrote and performed the theme song Standing On The Shoulders, which premiered at official events in Washington, D.C.
Earth Mama has been a featured performer at the Nashville Songwriters Association International Tin Pan South concerts, hosted shows at the Bluebird Cafe, and commanded the main stage at Nashville's annual Italian Street Fair. Joyce is featured in the book The Soul of a Writer: Intimate Interviews with Successful Songwriters by Susan Tucker. She has recently released her seventh recording, Under the Rainbow.
With a Master of Arts in Earth Literacy and extensive music and theatrical training, she has traveled the country for more than ten years spreading the concepts of Earth connection and sustainability. Earth Mama's motto is "Helping Heal the Planet One Song At A Time."
Her performances incorporate songs, commentary, and when appropriate, audience participation, to educate and empower individuals to shift to more sustainable lifestyles and to contribute in whatever other ways they can to helping heal the planet.
Performing as Earth Mama, Joyce Rouse was picked for her first album as a finalist in the Nammies, one of Nashville's prestigious music awards. Her success has grown with each subsequent release, and her songs have inspired listeners to act to preserve and protect the Earth. Today, her music is heard in more than eighty countries on syndicated radio programs such as My Green Earth, Every Living Thing, and Environmental Directions.
With more than 90 writer credits, her songs have been recorded by pop and country music artists, featured in movies and ads, and used as theme songs for several national events. Her music has been used extensively by educators and by environmental and peace organizations, such as the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, UNESCO, and Earth Charter. For the 75th Anniversary of Women's Suffrage in 1995, Joyce wrote and performed the theme song Standing On The Shoulders, which premiered at official events in Washington, D.C.
Earth Mama has been a featured performer at the Nashville Songwriters Association International Tin Pan South concerts, hosted shows at the Bluebird Cafe, and commanded the main stage at Nashville's annual Italian Street Fair. Joyce is featured in the book The Soul of a Writer: Intimate Interviews with Successful Songwriters by Susan Tucker. She has recently released her seventh recording, Under the Rainbow.
With a Master of Arts in Earth Literacy and extensive music and theatrical training, she has traveled the country for more than ten years spreading the concepts of Earth connection and sustainability. Earth Mama's motto is "Helping Heal the Planet One Song At A Time."
Her performances incorporate songs, commentary, and when appropriate, audience participation, to educate and empower individuals to shift to more sustainable lifestyles and to contribute in whatever other ways they can to helping heal the planet.
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Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
On-Site
K.C.M., Energy Education Specialist, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
Joyce is wonderfully adaptable to location and audience… the 'hit' of the program for both children and adults. Her fresh approach and varied styles touch her audiences with a strong message.
St. Mary-of-the-Woods
On-Site
D.P.S., Activist, Author & Educator, St. Mary-of-the-Woods
Joyce Johnson Rouse (Earth Mama) is a troubadour for the 21st century, light-hearted but deadly serious.
On-Site
V.R.
All movements march on their music. Earth Mama is one of the most melodious and lively songstresses for the love and preservation of our planet. Earth Mama's music gets you up off your butt and busy helping the earth.
North American Association for Environmental Education
On-Site
B.M.P.D.., North American Association for Environmental Education
Thank you for singing your magic… Your contribution at the opening ceremony was everything we had hoped for - lively, fun, and truly educational… inclusive and diverse… reflective and inspirational.
Food and Agriculture Organization
On-Site
S.M., Food and Agriculture Organization
Wonderfully positive, extensively fun, highly educating and uncommonly satisfying. Highly recommended!
EarthLight Magazine
On-Site
K.L.D.B., EarthLight Magazine
We wanted an event which would impart celebration as well as vision and hope to the participants. Earth Mama, through her well-timed humor, grace, and deep knowledge of the issues threatening our Earth, helped us pull it off with flair, energy, and spirit. This music gets you motivated toward compassionate action.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
On-Site
M.W., Deputy Director, National Conservation Training Center, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Your musical teaching approach is sheer magic. Your incredibly expressive energy, audience participation and knowledge of natural resources, delivered in song, is truly 'edu-tainment' at it's best.
On-Site
J.S.
Earth Mama music is toe-tapping, hand-clapping, syncopated fun!
Web of Life Audio, The Earth Day Every Day Radio Station Project
On-Site
T.H.D.H., Founders & Hosts, Web of Life Audio, The Earth Day Every Day Radio Station Project
One cannot listen to her music without being inspired to care for the earth. She adds humor, hope and light to a dark environmental forecast.
Alternatives for Simple Living
On-Site
G.I., National Coordinator, Alternatives for Simple Living
Such powerful, meaningful messages in such pleasing styles!
Conway Earth Day
On-Site
A.A., Event Coordinator, Conway Earth Day
Her enthusiasm for the diversity and splendor of nature shines through in her songs. Her lyrics speak the mind of environmentalists and nature-lovers. She is a force for change. Earth Mama is another Rachel Carson, changing our consciousness with her songs.
Sisters of Saint Francis
On-Site
S.C.S., Sisters of Saint Francis
We couldn't have found a more enthusiastic and knowledgeable woman to help us deepen our commitment to global sustainability. Your music conveys invigorating energy and has had a profound impact on us. Your input was the most painless and joyful way to deal with some heavy issues.
Iowa State University of Science and Technology
On-Site
A.M.S., Program Coordinator, Iowa State University of Science and Technology
The Vision 2020 Expo was brought to life by your songs and enthusiasm. People left not only 'knowing' about sustainable agriculture and the role it plays, but SINGING about sustainable agriculture! Your CDs were carried reverently back to Alabama and shared throughout the environmental community.
