In a world full of darkness and chaos, The Nth Power is on a mission to share the light.
Prior to their performances at the Caloundra Music Festival this weekend, the band have compiled their Top 5 music revolutionaries. “Obviously there are too many to name and could not be put in order of importance. But here are a couple of our favourites who should definitely be mentioned for their music and movements that they spearheaded.”
1. Bob Marley
He has, and continues to Influence many generations to make a change. He was at the forefront of Jamaica's political movement. He brought people of all nations together and preached peace throughout his life.2. Fela Kuti
He was a supporter of Pan-Africanism and socialism, and called for a united, democratic African republic. He was a candid supporter of human rights, and many of his songs are direct attacks against dictatorships, specifically the militaristic governments of Nigeria in the 1970s and 1980s. He spoke up for the injustices of Africans around the world.3. Curtis Mayfield
He wrote the songs to the soundtrack of Black American culture. His music was embedded in the movement for civil and social rights, heard at all the rallies and marches across the USA. He shouted from the roof tops against the Vietnam War.4. James Brown
James not only revolutionised music as we know it today, but he gave people of colour in America a sense of pride. He was instrumental in stopping the race riots in Boston on 5th April 1968, after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated.5. Nina Simone
She was a force to be reckoned with. Nina was extremely vocal about her disgust of the Vietnam War. She performed and spoke at many civil rights organisational meetings, including the iconic Selma to Montgomery march.“We would like to give honourable mentions to Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie, John Lennon, Marvin Gaye and Zach De La Roca.”
The Nth Power play the Caloundra Music Festival on 3rd & 4th October.
