A celebrated folk artist reflects on the enduring power of music as resistance in a new essay for Rolling Stone, linking its role in challenging oppression to the upcoming Power to the People Festival. The piece explores how art has historically confronted tyranny, framing it as both a defiant act and a call to collective action. With the festival set to amplify voices of dissent, the singer’s words serve as a timely reminder of music’s capacity to inspire movements. Readers will find a blend of personal reflection and broader commentary on art’s place in the fight for justice.


The legendary folk singer writes for Rolling Stone about standing up to tyrants ahead of the Power to the People Festival