Justin Olhipi
Dec 31, 2024

This is very problematic. I think if I were a member of that band, I'd sit it out if possible. Just like I sat out our choral performance of an old English folk song that celebrated kidnapping and rape. However, I can also understand the POV of those who think it will be a great opportunity to shine.

Maybe they could build a special repertoire of songs that ridicule or criticise abuse of authority, or celebrate the Black struggle. There are even some songs written specifically to criticise the felon.

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-lists/13-great-anti-trump-protest-songs-197009/carole-king-one-small-voice-116525/

Justin Olhipi
Justin Olhipi

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Autistic artist, student of life. Red Letter Panthiest. SJW since the '60's. NB / AFAB. Just visiting this planet. White-passing Creole from New Orleans USA

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