"Born This Way": Lady Gaga's anthem of acceptance
Lady Gaga's position at the summit of pop culture cannot be denied or overstated.
Song and struggle: “Bravely Comrades, In Step”
The struggle for socialism is international and constantly evolving. Socialist music is the same. "Bravely Comrades, In Step" is a good example.
Common and hip hop are as American as apple pie
Conservative media pundits and Republican extremists deliberately used Common's invitation by the White House to condemn the Obama administration.
"Brothers of Bella": vintage music with a red tinge
Musically, "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.
Rage rocker Morello: "This is a union town" (with video)
Tom Morello's solo act saw his return to political activism through music after a year of playing with apolitical rock band Audioslave.
Song and struggle: "Hold the Fort"
With its pro-union and military themes and its emphasis on solidarity, the song reflected the experience of the embattled working class.
