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Music's Wake-up Call Is the Corporate Music Industry Politically Intimidated Too...or Just Moribund?

Support #Springsteen’s May 14th statement about current American politics and complacency?

This is a must-read for artists, songwriters, music biz people, fans, and everyone else.

Please share and join our peaceful coalition.

#Music, #Politics, #Democracy, #Trump, #MusicIndustry, #Resistance

YouTube video by Mister Abdo Eddie Vedder Responds to Trump’s Bruce Springsteen Attacks with Emotional Cover

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It Sure Looks Like Trump Just Killed His Own Budget Bill Donald Trump spent his morning urging Republicans to fall in line. It doesn’t seem to have worked.

Ask yourselves about how pathetic and weak Representative Mike Johnson and his sycophantic caucus have to be to be intimidated by the orange buffoon. Stand the f up (you’ll be voted out anyway). #politics, #musicbusiness #SpeakerJohnson

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@maddow.msnbc.com Socially Driven Music is becoming the music industry’s de facto activism catalyst designed to aggregate and inspire effective resistance to the #trump clown show.

The P-word, American Politics and the Music Industry Elton John's "Rocket Hour" is a Beacon of Hope

How ironic to have oppressed Russian music protest artists, “Pussy Riot,” admonishing us to not be complacent in this era of American instability. We’re inspired by them & grateful for their bravery, sacrifices & leadership.

#Music, #MusicBusiness, #Politics, #Democracy, #SocialGood, #Elton

@fredguttenberg.bsky.social My Socially Driven Music initiative is passionate about gun control and defeating Trump. It’s a catalyst. We can accomplish more together. Let’s please talk.

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How Music Can Provide Solace and Resilience after Devastating Fires and Unnerving Politics Music and Politics Come Together for a Major Course Correction for Both (and to Obliterate the Blatant Pursuit of American Kleptocracy)

There is speculation that this essay might be one of the first opinion pieces, heralded as a must-read, that was sacrificed by Jeff Bezos’ new Washington Post Editorial policy.

#Music, #SocialImpact, #MusicBusiness, #Politics, #Activism, #Advocacy

And where are today's anthems, the songs that model the outrage of artists at another inflection point in our history?

What musicians did after an executive order on DEI led to the cancellation of U.S. Marine Band collaboration After an executive order ending DEI initiatives, the U.S. Marine Band canceled a concert featuring young musicians of color. Veterans stepped in to mentor the aspiring musicians.

This should resonate with all who challenge Trump's mindless assault on America. Music artists and songwriters have a responsibility that transcends ephemeral benefit concerts. Speak up and get in the trenches with us for your causes. #Music, #MusicBusiness, #Activism, @recordingacademy.bsky.social