Various - Freedom Beat Artists Against Apartheid UK Freedom Festival

Review by Deedra Baker

The album Freedom Beat Artists Against Apartheid UK Freedom Festival by Various is a powerful collection of tracks that showcase the talents of artists who came together to protest against apartheid in South Africa. The album features a range of genres, from reggae to punk to hip-hop, and each track is infused with a spirit of resistance and social justice.

The standout tracks on the album include "Free Nelson Mandela" by The Special AKA, which became an anthem for the anti-apartheid movement, and "I Ain't Gonna Play Sun City" by Artists United Against Apartheid, which features a who's who of musicians, including Bruce Springsteen, Miles Davis, and Bob Dylan. Other notable tracks include "Soweto" by Malcolm McLaren, which incorporates African rhythms and chants, and "Papa's Got a Brand New Pigbag" by Pigbag, which is a funky instrumental that will get your feet moving.

Summary by Deedra Baker

Freedom Beat Artists Against Apartheid UK Freedom Festival is a must-have album for anyone interested in the history of social justice movements or who simply loves great music. The album is a testament to the power of music to inspire change and unite people from different backgrounds in a common cause.