Billy Joel political songs occupy a unique space in American music. While he never considered himself … Inside Billy Joel’s Most Politically Powerful Songs — And Why He Rejected the LabelRead more
Protest Songs
Articles and deep dives into the most powerful protest songs—from the 1970s to today. These pieces explore the stories, cultural context, and messages behind music that sparked conversations.
“Ohio” by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young: Meaning, History, and the Kent State Tragedy
Some songs are remembered because they aged well. Others endure because they captured something precisely as … “Ohio” by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young: Meaning, History, and the Kent State TragedyRead more
Howard Dee’s 5 Favorite Protest Songs of the 21st Century
Some people think protest songs died somewhere between Kent State and Watergate. I get it—when you … Howard Dee’s 5 Favorite Protest Songs of the 21st CenturyRead more
The 10 Most Popular Protest Songs of the 1970s
The 1970s marked a turning point when protest music moved from the edges of popular culture … The 10 Most Popular Protest Songs of the 1970sRead more