As we get closer to the US Presidential election there has been a spike in protest music. Much of the music released is either directly aimed at Trump or discusses the importance of voting. As with the previous months, there is also music that addresses issues of systemic racism, police brutality, and a variety of other social concerns. Also, in […]
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It has been a while since I have done one of these. I am often sent suggestions of artists and songs. At times I have been able to feature these on the site with the monthly recap or with other features. Since I have a backlog of music I haven’t had a chance to feature, I figured now is a […]
Learn more →It’s been a while, so here is a recap of notable socially conscious music which was released during the past few weeks. Songs and Video: Hate Conquers All – Anti-Flag “Hate Conquers All” is the latest single from 20/20 Vision, the upcoming album from veteran political punk band Anti-Flag, due out January 17, 2020. The band is no stranger to […]
Learn more →When speaking out against injustices, sometimes the most appropriate response is to say, “Fuck you.” Examples in protest music include Rage Against The Machine’s “Killing in the Name” (“Fuck you, I won’t do what you what you tell me”), N.W.A’s “Fuck tha Police” and YG’s “Fuck Donald Trump.” Javid Music Party, an independent Chicago and Los Angeles-based artist and activist […]
Learn more →Here is a selection of newly released socially conscious music which is worth a listen. Songs and Videos Maria – grandson “Maria” is a cover of a Rage Against the Machine tune which appeared on Rage’s 1999 album The Battle of Los Angeles. The lyrics chronicle the indignities faced by a Mexican undocumented immigrant. The recently posted video adds poignant […]
Learn more →Over his two-decade career, Josh Ritter established himself as a well-respected singer-songwriter who is known for his narrative lyrics. Even though Ritter isn’t specifically known for being political, at times his lyrics possess a social awareness. Notable examples include “Girl in the War” and “Thin Blue Flame”, two tunes off his 2006 album The Animal Years which used the Iraq […]
Learn more →In today’s political climate it is becoming increasingly difficult for individuals to remain apolitical. Even musicians who not necessarily known for their political views are starting to speak out. One example is the commercially successful rock band, The Killers. Their most recent tune “Land Of The Free” is a scathing indictment on Trump’s America. During an interview with Beats 1 […]
Learn more →Texas blues rocker Gary Clark Jr. recently released the music video for the title track from his upcoming third full-length album, which is scheduled to be released March 1, 2019. The tune deals with being a black man “right in the middle of Trump country.” Being a successful musician doesn’t negate the effects of racism, Clark still must deal with […]
Learn more →“Grab Em” is a new single and video credited to D.J. Trump. The tune features mostly Trump quotes set to gangsta rap samples. The video features clips from more than 150 documentaries. The press release describes the video as “a quilt of footage that shows what has always made America great despite any rhetoric of divisiveness.” The press release goes […]
Learn more →“Have you heard it on the news About this fascist groove thang? Evil men with racist views Spreadin’ all across the land Don’t just sit there on your ass Unlock that funky chaindance Brothers, sisters, shoot your best We don’t need this fascist groove thang” The following lyrics are from the 1981 tune by British synth-pop band Heaven 17. This […]
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