The most powerful protest music can perfectly encapsulate the moments and moods being experienced by society. At times it can even come across as eerily prophetic. That is certainly the case with the new album by the rap duo Run The Jewels. Killer Mike and El-P have never been afraid to get political, but on their fourth album RTJ4 their […]
Learn more →This is not your typical festive Christmas tune. Even though the video is somewhat comical, the lyrics are politically hard-hitting. The song addresses corruption, poverty and racism (“Still spell AmeriKKKa with the triple K”). Despite the serious nature, there is a positive message about the power of love (“Don’t understand love’s importance / And we can weaponize that, bring ’em […]
Learn more →The jaded cynic may dismiss music videos as simply promotional vehicles to help a musician go viral and to increase their net worth. Even though that synopsis is often accurate, when done properly music videos can be elevated to a fine art, capable of making profound statements. With socially conscious music the visuals can also reinforce the lyrical impact. Here is […]
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