music
“Brothers of Bella”: vintage music with a red tinge
May 11, 2011Musically, "Brothers of Bella" is masterful, with rambunctious piano playing backed by accordion, bass, guitar, and drums. Yet the band doesn't stretch beyond the realm of classic music styles.
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Rage rocker Morello: “This is a union town” (with video)
May 6, 2011Tom Morello's solo act saw his return to political activism through music after a year of playing with apolitical rock band Audioslave.
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Song and struggle: “Hold the Fort”
May 5, 2011With its pro-union and military themes and its emphasis on solidarity, the song reflected the experience of the embattled working class.
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Song and struggle: “The Internationale”
April 29, 2011This is the first installment of what is intended to be a series on the rich left-wing musical tradition.
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“American Idol” is a slice of America
April 14, 2011If you're not into "American Idol" and think it has no place in this publication, stop reading now, and direct your anti-popular culture comments and criticisms elsewhere.
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