This summer, I’m hitting the road for my first official tour — starting in my hometown of New York City, and ending in Ireland, the homeland of my ancestors.

Why now?

Because the universe gave me a clear sign: within one week, I lost both of my jobs. One of the firings wouldn’t have even been legal in NY, CO, or CA. But instead of spiraling, I sat in meditation. The first job made sense — I was only working once a week, and they needed someone with more availability. But the second came out of nowhere.

I sat in meditation and had a flash of inspiration: It is TIME to go on TOUR.

I've been making music for over a decade, and haven't asked for financial support. But things are different now. I’m not just a performer. I’m producing, teaching, empowering others, and building something that’s both personal and communal.

This tour isn’t just a string of shows. It’s a connected to a greater mission.

What your support funds:

Travel, lodging, and basic tour expenses
Documentation — I’ll be interviewing artists and community members about how music brings vibrancy, resilience, and connection to their lives
Living expenses that let me focus fully on creating, performing, and producing without burning out

As an academic at heart, I see this tour also as the beginning of a deeper ethnographic journey — one that may evolve into a dissertation exploring how Hip Hop Culture (and specifically the Underground) is a model of successful, empowering and celebrated diversity in America.

Hip Hop changed my life. It helped me through depression, insecurity, and self-doubt. It’s helped me find my voice. When people told me to quit — when an ex told me I “sucked at music” — I kept going.

Now, I’m coaching other artists.

This is me living my truth. If you believe in this vision — in art as healing, in Hip Hop as beautiful culture and community — I’d be honored to have your support.

Any amount helps, and sharing is powerful too.

Let’s build this dream together.

With love and gratitude,
Ananda Rose / Caitlin Elizabeth

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