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February 25, 2025 55 mins
In this explosive episode of Brew Crime, Mike kicks off a two-part deep dive into one of the most incendiary and politically charged bands of all time—Rage Against the Machine. From their revolutionary lyrics to their defiant stage presence, RATM has never been just a band—they're a movement, a call to action, and a middle finger to the establishment.In Part 1, we explore:🔥 How RATM’s members came together and the influences that shaped their sound📢 The political climate of the early ‘90s that fueled their rebellious fire🎶 The groundbreaking self-titled debut album and its impact on rock, rap, and activism💥 The band’s unapologetic stance on social justice, corporate greed, and government corruptionFrom Killing in the Name to Take the Power Back, Rage Against the Machine didn’t just write songs—they created anthems of resistance that still resonate today.So crack open a cold one, turn up the volume, and join us for Part 1 of this deep dive into music, rebellion, and revolution.Sources https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rage_Against_the_Machine https://www.ratm.com/rage-against-the-machine-to-be-inducted-into-rock-roll-hall-of-fame/ https://www.grammy.com/news/rage-against-the-machine-debut-album-30th-anniversary-creating-blueprint-for-rap-rock-with-a-message https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Political_views_and_activism_of_Rage_Against_the_Machine#:~:text=The%20band%20were%20vocal%20supporters,in%20the%20band's%20visual%20art. https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/politics-of-rage-against-the-machine-five-pivotal-moments/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1JaxqCBMSs https://loudwire.com/people-discover-rage-against-the-machine-sing-about-politics-angry/ https://www.songfacts.com/facts/rage-against-the-machine/bombtrack https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bombtrack https://www.songfacts.com/facts/rage-against-the-machine/guerilla-radio https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vietnow https://www.songfacts.com/facts/rage-against-the-machine/vietnow https://www.songfacts.com/facts/rage-against-the-machine/take-the-power-back Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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