Remember when rock stars were anti-establishment? When they challenged the status quo and railed against the powers that be? Those days seem long gone as musicians increasingly seem to align themselves with the very institutions they once sought to rebel against. The few who depart from the woke cancel culture orthodoxy are often targetted by corporations and subject to various campaigns of censorship.
In the past, rock stars were known for being anti-establishment, using their music as a way to challenge the status quo and criticize those in power. However, in recent years, it seems that more and more musicians are aligning themselves with the very institutions they once rebelled against.
This shift in tone can be seen across the music industry, with many artists avoiding controversial topics and avoiding the kind of political activism that was once so prevalent. This trend has only become more pronounced since the COVID-19 pandemic began, with many musicians remaining silent on issues such as government overreach and the erosion of civil liberties.
t is time for musicians to reclaim their role as anti-establishment figures. They should not be afraid to speak out against the injustices of the world and challenge the status quo. As consumers of music, we have a responsibility to support artists who are using their platform to effect change and demand that platforms like Bandcamp respect the artistic freedom of musicians.
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n a world where corporations and governments increasingly control the narrative, it is up to artists to push back and ensure that the voices of the people are heard. Let's remember when rock stars were speaking truth to power and demand that they continue to be so.
