Protest For Dummies
Steve White & The Protest Family
2016
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Track Highlights
- God Save The Queen's Speech — The album opener, described as a Cockney rhyming over laid-back acoustic folk.
- Tag Team Time — Features a wrestling metaphor involving Jeremy Corbyn.
- George Of The Jungle — Imagines Saint George stuck in the Calais refugee centre.
- None Of The Above — Refers to the possibility of putting 'none of the above' on the ballot paper.
- The Side Of The Fox — One of the rockier songs on the album, siding with foxes against fox hunting.
- A Song For Sonja — An epic song with sweary lyrics written by a friend of the band who passed away.
Personnel
- Steve White (Vocals, Guitars, Harmonica, Percussion)
- Funky Lol Ross (Guitars, Mandolins, Melodica, Percussion)
- Doug E. Harper (Bass, Vocals)
- Russ Chandler (Banjo, Vocals)
Significance
The album is considered an unashamedly political work that doesn't lecture but encourages listeners to laugh, cry, and sing along. It's seen as a contribution to the soundtrack of the fight against inequality and for a fairer world. Some critics note that the band's focus on delivering their message sometimes overshadows their potential to 'rock out' more fully. Reviews highlight the album's wit, humor, and its ability to connect with listeners on a personal level. It has been described as class war at its most eloquent and punk folk protest music at its best. The album's London-centric themes and clear vocals contribute to its lively and engaging nature.
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