From the artist’s Bandcamp “There’s no better songwriter alive than Kris Kristofferson,” Willie Nelson stated at a 2009 BMI award ceremony for Kristofferson. “Everything he writes is a standard, and we’re all just going to have to live with that.” Sadly, singer-songwriter Kris Kristofferson died on September 28, 2024, at the age of 88. Although he achieved success as a […]
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Emma Donovan, from the artist’s Bandcamp. Here is a summary of notable socially conscious music released during April. Songs/Video: Cowboys Are Frequently Secretly Fond of Each Other – Orville Peck & Willie Nelson This tune was written and originally performed by Latin country musician Ned Sublette in 1981. The satirical tune which explores stereotypes connected with gay men and cowboys was covered […]
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It has been a crazy month. Hopefully, everyone is holding up well with the self-isolation and social distancing. Crazy times, but we always have the music to help get us through. Here is a sampling of some notable socially conscious music released during the past month. Songs/Video: Steve Earle – John Henry was a Steel Driving Man The veteran singer-songwriter […]
Learn more →Right now we will recap some of this week highlights in the world of socially conscious music. Songs and Videos (Not) Everybody – Marlon Craft This week the New York City rapper released his debut album Funhouse Mirror. The album leans more towards personal than political, but it does contain some insightful social commentary. Two powerful standouts are “Gang Shit […]
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