Nancy Wilson Blasts Trump for Using Heart Song at Military Parade
Nancy Wilson says the Trump administration was not given permission to play one of Heart‘s songs at the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary parade on Saturday.
“Earlier today,” Wilson began on social media, “during a parade held in support of our nation’s military and organized by President Donald Trump, the song ‘Barracuda’ by Heart was played without permission or authorization from us.”
Wilson’s post also included a photo of herself wearing a hat that read “No kings but us,” a reference to the “No Kings” protests that took place across the country that same day in opposition to the current administration’s policies.
READ MORE: Rockers Who Told President Trump to Stop Using Their Songs
“‘Barracuda,’ written and performed by Ann [Wilson] and I, is a powerful piece of music that was never intended for political use,” Wilson continued. “As daughters of a U.S. Marine Corps major, we hold a deep and abiding respect for the men and women who serve in our Armed Forces. On a day meant to honor that service, it’s important that music used in such settings reflects not only the tone of the event but also the wishes of the artists who created it.”
Nancy Wilson ‘Embarrassed’ to Be American
This is not the first time Wilson (or her sister) have spoken out against President Trump and his political choices.
In March, the guitarist spoke with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel about a different Heart song, “Crazy on You,” which was written during another turbulent period of history.
“We were kind of embarrassed at that time to call ourselves American because of the dirty politics of the Vietnam War,” Wilson explained. “To be as subtle as possible, it’s more embarrassing [to be American] now.”
20 Artists Who Told Politicians to Stop Using Their Music
Politicians are consistently using songs by bands without their permission, and these artists had enough of it.
Musicians Who Ran for Political Office
These rockers not only made music, but also wanted to make a difference in the world.
Gallery Credit: Todd Fooks
Link to the source article – https://loudwire.com/nancy-wilson-blasts-trump-military-parade-heart-song/
-
Pioneer DJ DM-40D 4-inch Desktop Active Monitor Speaker – Black$149,00 Buy product
-
HYG Cymbal Sizzler Cymbal Chain, Big small 2pcs, Cymbal hiss, Sound effect adjustment Cymbal Chain for Rides, Crashes, Chinas, Drum Kits, Jazz Drums (2108092309)$9,99 Buy product
-
Best Choice Products 30in Kids Acoustic Guitar Beginner Starter Kit with Electric Tuner, Strap, Case, Strings – Blueburst$54,99 Buy product
-
OLIGHT MCC 3 Charger in Balck Upgraded Smart Magnetic Charging Cable Only Suitable for Odin/Odin Mini/PL-Pro/Baton3 Series/Warrior Mini2/Perun 2/Seeker 3 pro/Warrior 3s/Baldr Pro R/Arkfeld/Arkfeld UV$14,99 Buy product
-
Sound Innovations for Concert Band, Bk 1: A Revolutionary Method for Beginning Musicians (B-flat Clarinet), Book & Online Media$11,99 Buy product
-
Healifty Ukulele Carrying Bag Banjo Container 1Pc 4- String Banjo Bag Banjo Case Banjo Ukulele Kit Banjo Holder Organizer for Kids Teens Adults Beginners Resonator Banjos 4 String Banjo Bag$26,99 Buy product






Responses