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Stephen William Bragg (born 20 December 1957) is an English singer, songwriter, musician, author and political activist. His music blends elements of folk music, punk rock and protest songs, with lyrics that mostly span political or romantic themes. His activism is centred on social change and left-wing political causes.
96 people are crushed to death at the Hillsborough football stadium in Sheffield. The accident took place when Liverpool fans were all let into the stadium at once. Incoming crowds crushed people against a fence used to prevent pitch-invasions.
Oct 2, 2023 · Billy ‘Wintour’ Bragg weighed in accusing her of being a sell-out for not being scruffy, like him. But then there are photographs of him in a suit sucking up to the late Queen.
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Nov 18, 2023 · Marking the 40th anniversary of the release of his seminal song A New England, Billy Bragg is digging into the BBC archives to uncover the similarities and differences in the experience of...
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Jan 31, 2022 · On his first album of original material since 2013’s Tooth and Nail, British protest singer Billy Bragg takes a tender look at the impact of the pandemic. Recorded in December 2020, the new album is Bragg’s response to the alienation experienced by millions.
Mini Bio. Billy Bragg - the so-called 'Bard of Barking' - came to widespread attention as a sort of one-man Clash, busking around Britain, with a guitar and portable amp.
