MP3 BAAMO - Power To The People: A Tribute To Free Speech

Political pop, acoustic blues, angry folk, world jams, modern takes on protest classics

15 MP3 Songs
ROCK: Roots Rock, WORLD: World Beat



Details:
âThis is the best political âmusicâ CD Iâve heard since George Bush got selected in 2000. A lot of the political CDs from the last 6 years are filled with more angst than talent. But the musical chops on this one are equal to the politically charged lyrics.â Lee Courtney, Music Director Community Radio WMNF 88.5 Tampa

"Power To The People" features original songs -- and four covers of old favorites -- about protest, free speech, electoral dysfunction and general angst about the state of the nation. Timed to correspond with the mid-term elections, this cd features a wide range of musical styles - from the world groove of Cold Joon to Addek's gripping hip-hop version of Dylan's classic "Masters of War" - with acoustic rock, blues and Americana in between.

Performer & track info:
âPower To The Peopleâ by Southeast Music Alliance (featuring The Chorus Angelorum)
A church choir plus Tampa Bayâs rock ân roll heavyweights create a new take on an old favorite.

âIndependence Dayâ by Lorna Bracewell: "Lorna's singing and songwriting are what set her apart and will ultimately take her to the star stage. Her singing is sweet, husky, seductive or hard, depending on the song." Music Industry News Network

âMy Nationâs Not Wellâ by Cold Joon: Traditional West African percussion with pop, reggae, R&B and âAnti-Georgieâ politics.

âLandlocked Bluesâ by Geri X: âAlthough only 17, Geri X's haunting songs show a remarkable maturity, both lyrically and musically.â Tampa Tribune

âI Donât Hear Freedom Ring Anymoreâ by Ronny Elliott: From Valentine Roadkill, Mojo Magazineâs #5 of the ten best albums of 2005. âIn the crazy state of Florida, Hillbilly veteran Ronny Elliott is a rare oasis of wry insight, hard truths and shimmering beauty.â London Daily Mirror

âCon Gameâ by Jimmy Griswold: Screaming guitars, infectious grooves, blues-based R&B flavor with fresh and original sound.

âMasters of Warâ by Addek: "Addek helps reinvigorate the concept of rap as social and political commentary, razor-sharp music for the 21st century." Tampa Tribune

âDangerous George and Capitol Hillâ by Lori Karpay: Wickedly clever commentaries set to quirky tunes from one of Tampaâs favorite poets.

âRonda Ronda (Ridinâ The Storms Out)â by Ricky Wilcox and The Moonsnakes: First release of an irreverent response to infamous local politician, Ronda Storms.

âProtestâ by Joran Slane: "An emotive - but definitely not emo - blend of guitar anthemics and electro atmosphere." Weekly Planet

âI Donât Know My Neighbors Anymoreâ by Charlie Morris: "Charlie's guitar work, both electric and acoustic is very well done, not too flashy -- just perfect for the blues.â Tampa Bay Musician

âOhioâ by The Threads: Imagine if Neil Young joined Cheap Trick. This rendition shows why Tampa Bay canât get enough of The Threadsâ infectious power pop and straight-up rock.

âBombâ Rayzilla's PBS (Peruvian Butt Singers): âRay Villadonga's Peruvian Butt Singers ensemble blends jazz and world music with abandon.â The Weekly Planet

âRadio Station Abominationâ by Crash Mitchell: Sing-along about the radio conglomeration everyone loves to hate. Naturally, one of the most played songs on Community Radio WMNF 88.5 FM in Tampa.