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This week in music features notable releases including Maruja's genre-blending protest album 'Pain to Power,' Algernon Cadwallader's reunion album 'Trying Not to Have A Thought,' and The Sound of Animals Fighting's first album in 17 years, 'The Maiden,' showcasing a diverse range of innovative and energetic music across genres like punk, emo, jazz, and experimental post-hardcore.
Ben Folds released a live album with the National Symphony Orchestra as a defiant response to his resignation from his advisory role at the Kennedy Center following the Trump administration's takeover, recording the album just before his departure and announcing a U.S. tour.
Joan Baez reflects on America under Trump, her ongoing activism, and her life as a singer-songwriter, emphasizing the torn fabric of the nation and the importance of civil disobedience and resilience in challenging times.
Oliver Anthony, a previously unknown artist, has skyrocketed to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 with his song "Rich Men North of Richmond." While the song initially appears to be a protest against the wealthy, it also contains extremist and conspiratorial narratives. Far-right influencers have seized on the song, potentially opening up a wider audience for their ideas. Anthony's rise comes in the context of recent political and racial tensions in country music. Some speculate that his sudden fame is due to organized efforts by his fans, while others attribute it to his perceived authenticity in the country music genre.