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Killer Mike – Reagan
Alright, let’s get into this. I’m sitting here in my studio, got a cup of coffee, and I’m thinking about this track. Let’s break it down. Rage, Reagan, and the… Read more.
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The Revolution Will Not Be Televised – Gil Scott-Heron
Alright, let’s talk about Gil Scott-Heron. I gotta tell you, I’ve been sitting here, you know, in my office/studio, staring at the walls, trying to figure out why this song… Read more.
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The Clash – White Riot
“White Riot” and the Extremely Uncomfortable Question The Clash Asked Alright. History lesson. But not the boring kind. The kind where people throw bricks. We need to talk about 1976.… Read more.
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Danny Nedelko – IDLES
“Danny Nedelko” and the Radical Act of Loving Your Immigrant Neighbour Alright. Breathe in. Breathe out. We’re going somewhere loud. If you’ve never heard IDLES, let me paint you a… Read more.
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Public Enemy – Fight The Power
Fight the Power: When a Song Stopped Asking Permission There are protest songs, and then there are songs that kick the door off its hinges and demand to know who… Read more.
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The Art of the Protest Song (Or: How to Shout Into the Wind and Actually Hit Something)
I’ve had coffee. I’ve stared at my own reflection in a blank screen for twenty minutes. The dogs have judged me. Let’s talk about craft. Because here’s the thing about… Read more.
Of Protests & Polemics 