While "Two Lights," which was released last August, hasn't been quite as successful as his previous albums, Ondrasik is happy with the reception — especially with the singles "The Riddle" and "World." "I think the songs are a bit deeper and not as universal, but they are what I wanted to express, and I have a point of view. And I believe that I have an obligation to walk the walk and put action to my words."

To do that, Ondrasik used "World" as a launching point for a Web site called www.whatkindofworlddoyouwant.com. "With the explosion of Youtube.com, I wanted to utilize that concept of having a Web site that allows people to post their own videos. I picked a few charities that are close to my heart, and the money that is raised from the Web site is donated to them."

The Web site is free and is designed to raise awareness and money for charities, said Ondrasik. "You can make donations two ways. You can create a video and submit it to the Web site, or you can raise money for charities by watching the videos that support the sponsor." The money comes from a sponsor, he said.

"The charities are Save the Children, Fisher House, Autism Speaks, New York Police & Fire Widows & Children's Benefit Fund, VH1 Save the Music Foundation and The Breast Cancer 3-Day," said Ondrasik. "It's another way of making the world a better place."

If you go ...

What: Five for Fighting, Chantal Kreviazuk

Where: The Depot, 13 N. 400 West

When: Monday, 8 p.m.

How much: $20

Phone: 467-8499 or 800-888-8499

Web: www.smithstix.com

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E-mail: scott@desnews.com

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