There is a long and mixed history of musicians taking stands, writing songs and doing concerts to support causes. But it really is news when the usually reclusive and apolitical Prince pens a new tune and schedules a benefit concert in reaction to the recent unrest in Baltimore.
While we’ve been foaming at the mouth in the UK over the General Election hype, a much darker story has been unfolding across the pond. I can’t believe the blatant corruption and seemingly institutional racism at work in the 21st Century.
I haven’t heard the song yet, but even though it’s not the first time His Royal Badness has done benefit concerts, this is surely a most deserving and righteous cause to rally towards.