music
Musicians’ victory is good for all workers
January 21, 2010CLEVELAND - Musicians at this city's famous orchestra are taking heat from phony populists, but their union's firmness sets an example that is good for the entire labor movement.
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The best protest songs of the decade
January 13, 2010This is the season of 'best of the year' and 'best of the decade' lists when it comes to books, movies, music and more. I decided to compile a list of some of the best and...
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Kool & the Gang sing in Havana
December 22, 2009Robert "Kool" Bell, leader of the U.S. rhythm and blues group Kool & the Gang said the group's concert in Havana would be dedicated to the fraternity and unity of the peoples.
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Yip Harburg, ‘Wizard of Oz’ songwriter & socialist
November 16, 2009There is much to be told about the message of the holiday classic, "Wizard of Oz," beginning with its Oscar-winning lyricist Edgar Yipsel Harburg.
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Kenneth Anderson keeps alive the spirit of Paul Robeson
October 25, 2009Meet Kenneth Anderson, an accomplished musician, academic, veteran and civil rights activist. He keeps the songs and spirit of Paul Robeson alive on and off the stage.
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