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Barack Obama

Musically Inaugurated

January 20, 2009

We took our country back today. As people from all over the country celebrate a new government and history being made, musicians helped to make this day special.  Between today and the days leading up to today, it really was a who’s who in the music world participating in the celebration.  Yo Yo Ma, Itzhak [...]

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Brief Reflections About The Election

November 5, 2008

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Tonight marks a moment in history that heals the deep emotional scars that have plagued this nation for centuries.  Tonight is perhaps the greatest achievement of the US.  Not to lesson other great moments of this great nation of ours, but tonight carries a uniqueness about it.  The passion was [...]

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What Happens When Musicians Oppose Songs For Political Use?

October 11, 2008

Today, the mixing of music and politics are taking on a different form.  In recent weeks a group of artists have criticized presidential candidates John McCain and Barrack Obama for using songs at pubic appearances.  Just this week, Foo Fighters released a statement asking John McCain to stop using the song “My Hero”.  In a [...]

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Election And Bailout Like A Bad Sci-Fi Channel Movie

September 24, 2008

I find it very difficult to write about music under the current circumstances.  Unless you have been stuck on a stranded island for the past several weeks, I think it is safe to assume that a majority in this country is glued to either the TV or the Internet trying to make sense of what [...]

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Convince Me Political Change Is Unnecessary

August 29, 2008

Let me begin by saying I am not a fan of politics. In fact, I hate listening to pretty much all politicians. When I do listen, it simply to keep myself informed, and make sure the turkey in office, or up for election isn’t going to completely ruin my life.  I didn’t set up this [...]

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Rockers Want Obama and McCain To Debate In New Orleans

August 9, 2008

The world watched the debacle of a rescue attempt after Katrina to save the people of New Orleans. Three years later, things are still a mess. Blabbermouth reported recently that Nine Inch Nails, R.E.M, Pearl Jam, Aaron Neville and several other rockers, totaling over 90 artists, have all signed a petition to persuade US presidential [...]

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