Political Music; Legitimization and Contestation By Kimak, Izabella

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Politics & government books

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Wordery

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Internationaler verlag der wis

Political Music; Legitimization and Contestation : Peter Lang Edition : 9783631840368 : 3631840365 : 27 May 2021 : In the 12 chapters of this book the authors argue for the universal presence of music in public space and social relations. The examples of American, British, Hungarian, Polish and Russian music serve to elucidate two functions of political music, that of legitimizing and contesting political power. Both satirical songs with their ironic commentary on specific events and people as well as protest songs undermining the system corroborate the universal character of the legitimizing and delegitimizing function of music. The book is addressed to readers interested in countercultural movements and politically engaged music, especially to students of political studies, sociology and cultural studies.

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