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 →Nat and the Noise Brigade are an eight-piece band from the UK. They have a knack for blending infectious grooves with socially conscious lyrics. A prime example of this is “Bang the Drum,” the second single from their upcoming EP March! March! The topical tune addresses the issue of climate change. It was released in conjunction with the Extinction Rebellion, […]
Learn more →For over six decades, Mavis Staples has spoken out against injustices with her music and activism. Both as a solo artist and a member of the legendary The Staple Singers, Staples has made countless contributions to the canon of socially conscious music. Still going strong at 79 years of age, she released the album, Live in London, on February 8, […]
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