Neil Young in the face of Nixon and the National Guard after Kent State massacre
Bands or solo artists with a strong message
That's a great example Chas. Interesting is that it is really "in-your-face" isn't it? Referring to Nixon by name. I read that one of Dylan's real strengths in making his songs timeless was never making specific reference to a person or event so that the song could be applied just as effectively over the years. Although I'm not a fan, Pink has done that well in her protest song "Dear Mr President". Neil Young clearly wasn't thinking along those lines though and it's a very direct message as a result.
Most interesting is when an artist ignores popular opinion to lodge a protest that they know is not going to be well received. Any examples?
Most interesting is when an artist ignores popular opinion to lodge a protest that they know is not going to be well received. Any examples?